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26 Dec 21 – Daily Trail Report

Betty Woolsey Classic Today | Get in Shape for Skiing | Grooming in GTNP

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Get in Shape for Nordic Skiing Even though the season is getting underway, there’s still time to get in shape for the long winter ahead. Trying to make it up that first small hill and having to stop to catch your breath, having to cut your ski shorter than you want because you are pooped, or waking up the next morning with burning muscles makes skiing a little less enjoyable. Click below to learn more… Read More

25 Dec 21 – Daily Trail Report

Merry Christmas! | Betty Woolsey Classic Tomorrow

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Header Photo: Ecotour Adventures Betty Woolsey Classic 2021 TOMORROW! TOMORROW SUNDAY, DECEMBER 2610am startTrail Creek Nordic Center Come work off your Christmas feast in style! This community event offers distances for every age and ability. 10 AM start time with 30 second interval start format. Racers can choose from 0.5k, 3k, 5k, and 10k options. There will be no laps or repeating loops to minimize racer overlap. DO NOT COME to Trail Creek if you… Read More

24 Dec 21 – Daily Trail Report

Snow on the Way | Winter Trails Challenge | Fun at the JHNordic Rec Clinic

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Fun at the First Masters Nordic Rec Clinic Fresh snow on the groomed trail at Teton Pines Nordic Center made for a great day! We divided into two small groups and practiced 4 climbing techniques, balance and posture. Next clinic is Thursday, December 30th for skate skiing. Winter Trails Challenge Starts January 15th TVTAP is challenging YOU–the community of winter trail users–to log 10,000 miles on Teton Valley Winter Trails in January and February. These are some… Read More

23 Dec 21 – Daily Trail Report

Hole Hiking Nature Update | Teton Adaptive Sports Coming to Annual Event | Multiday Yellowstone Trip

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December 22, 2021 Nature Update Provided by Cathy Shill founder of The Hole Hiking Experiencehttps://www.holehike.com/ Kindness is like snow; it beautifies everything it covers – Kahlil Gibran Fortunately, Old Man Winter blew into Jackson Hole and left over a foot of snow in the mountains last week with more on the way. What perfect timing for the Solstice on December 21 and start of winter. It is important that valley snow starts to accumulate so… Read More

22 Dec 21 – Daily Trail Report

JH Masters Nordic Clinic Tomorrow | Fat Bike Grooming Origins

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JH Nordic Masters Classic Ski Clinic TOMORROW THURSDAY DECEMBER 23, 202111am – 12:30pmTeton Pines Nordic CenterHosted by Scott Horn and JH Ski Club Nordic Team CoachesThere will be 10 clinics running every Thursday in January and February from 11am-12:30pm. The Nordic Masters clinics will focus on skate ski and classic cross country skiing every other week. Joining all 10 clinics is your best approach to developing your full Nordic skiing technique, balance, stride, stamina, and… Read More

21 Dec 21 – Daily Trail Report

First Timers Guide | Betty Woolsey Classic | Garmin Gear Review

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Guide to first-time Nordic skiing, fat biking, and snowshoeing in Jackson If you’re looking to get into Nordic skiing, fat biking, or snowshoeing, look no further than JH Nordic! This comprehensive resource guide can help you make the most of your winter recreation experience. Find where to go, where to rent, how to get to the trails, and ways to have fun! Get excited for the 2021 Betty Woolsey Classic this Sunday 12/26! Get excited… Read More

20 Dec 21 – Daily Trail Report

Winter Trail Resources | Events Happening This Week

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Winter Trail Resources Have you explored the JH Nordic winter trail resources page yet? Check it out – it’s one page with loads of links to Nordic Resources including publications, trip planners, rentals, instruction, and more. Plan you’re next adventure and pass it onto that one person who always asks… what should we do today? Betty Woolsey Classic 2021 Come work off your Christmas feast in style! This community event offers distances for every age… Read More

19 Dec 21 – Daily Trail Report

It's Happening | Snowshoeing | Betty Woolsey Classic

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JH Nordic Masters Classic Ski Clinic This Week After much anticipation the JH Nordic Masters Ski Clinic begins on Thursday December 23 with classic skiing at Teton Pines! Discover a Whole New Winter World by Snowshoe Exhilarating and peaceful describe a snowshoe experience. You walk to increase your heart rate while enjoying winter and the solitude of Grand Teton Park.  Journeying into the backcountry away from crowds makes the most of your visit. You get… Read More

18 Dec 21 – Trail Report

More Nordic Options Available | Holiday Bike Sale | Recreate Responsibly

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More Snow = More Nordic Options Available With more snow accumulating in the valley more Nordic options are becoming available. Teton Pines and Trail Creek Nordic Centers have opened their trails. Turpin Meadow Ranch will open their trails on Sunday and your public lands are available daily. Nancy L. contributed the following trail report from her recent outing on old pass road. “Snow was soft and a foot deep going up and down old pass… Read More

17 Dec 21 – Trail Report

Let it Snow! | 10 Activities that Aren't Skiing | Recreate Responsibly

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10 Activities that Aren’t SkiingJackson Hole Magazine – Winter Edition We’re excited to be featured in Jackson Hole Magazine’s winter edition alongside our friends at the Hole Hiking Experience and JH Ecotour Adventures! While everyone knows Jackson Hole has amazing alpine skiing, this article dives beyond the downhill and provides insight into cross-country adventures, snowshoeing tours, wildlife spotting opportunities and more. Masters Recreational Skate Ski Clinic Postponed Regrettably, the groomed trails at Teton Pines and… Read More