Tag: #XCski

20 Mar 23 – Daily Trail Report

Pure Joy | Trip Report | Pizza for a Purpose Tomorrow

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Posted by Elee Deschu Posted on

Pure Joy “A joy that’s shared is a joy made double.” -Swedish Proverb Now here’s a happy dog, enjoying the freedom if the Nordic track with his owner close behind! Cute smile, pure joy! Responsible Nordic Skiing Looks Like This… With all of this snow, it’s no wonder we all feel winter will be a little longer this season. Despite what season may be upon us, recreating responsibly is the only way to enjoy the… Read More

19 Mar 23 – Daily Trail Report

Crust Cruising | Celebrating Nordic Athletes | Getting Outside, Responsibly

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Posted by Elee Deschu Posted on

Crust Cruising Season Has Begun! Whether you prefer Classic or Skate skiing, Crust cruising season is on!  What fun, freedom, open terrain to explore that only last week was too deep to ski! The crust cruising window is often intermittent -when the snow is frozen enough to support your weight, but the surface is soft enough (just barely) to create a smooth glide. Friends of Silicon Couloir ventured out Friday morning into south GTNP to… Read More

18 Mar 23 – Daily Trail Report

Weekend Review | Responsible Nordic Skiing | Congratulations JHSC Nordic

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Posted by Elee Deschu Posted on

JH NORDIC HEADLINES There have been some significant posts this week on JH Nordic but you might have missed one or some and we don’t want you to miss a thing! Today’s email is a recap of some of this week’s JH Nordic trail report highlights. Enjoy so that you can be fully informed as you head out on your next winter trail or off piste adventure! Spring Snow Removal to Begin Monday in GTNP… Read More

Responsible Nordic Skiing Looks Like This..

Leave No Trace | Know Before You Go

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It’s Mid-March now; typically, this time of year, we see many signs of Spring as Spring Break approaches more daylight, warm temperatures sweep in, and wildlife emerges. But with all of this snow, it’s no wonder we all feel winter will be a little longer this season. Despite what season may be upon us, recreating responsibly is the only way to enjoy the trails in this magnificent place. So here is a friendly reminder the… Read More

17 Mar 23 – Daily Trail Report

GTNP Web Cam | We Need Your Input! Take the Parks & Rec Survey

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Posted by Amy Partrick Posted on

GTNP – JH Nordic Web Cam Views Even thought GTNP’s Teton Park Road is no longer groomed this season, there’s still plenty of snow between Taggart trailhead, Jenny Lake and on to Signal Mountain for some superb non-groomed skiing and stunning views of the highest peak in the Teton Range.  Check out the view, weather, and snow conditionss before driving to the Taggart trailhead via the web cam on the JHNordic.com home page. The camera looks north… Read More

16 Mar 23 – Daily Trail Report

Last Women's Nordic Series Tonight | Avalanche Danger up Game Creek

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Help Determine Parks & Rec Grooming Schedules! Teton County/Jackson Parks & Recreation Winter Operations team needs your input  to determine if Parks & Rec will groom more often next winter, and connect pathways with snow covered pack & rolled surfaces. Imagine daily grooming on fave trails like Emily’s Pond, Cache, Game, Stilson, plus grooming on many bike paths ( vs current plowing), e.g.  connecting Wilson to R Park, then to Emily’s ( and more) , this… Read More

15 Mar 23 – Daily Trail Report

Trip Reports | Parks & Rec Needs Your Input

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Hole Hiking Experience Nature Update Day Light Savings time marks the beginning of change in our valley!  The first bear to wake up from its peaceful hibernation was spotted in Yellowstone and the end of Nordic trail grooming has begun.  For many, this time of year brings with it the rush to explore new areas while still accessible.  One adventurous example is the connection between Cache Creek and Game Creek where peaceful isolation is guaranteed. … Read More

14 Mar 23 – Daily Trail Report

Moose Alert | XC Ski Colter Bay

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Moose Alert! Give our moose some space!! Snow’s so deep, they’re using roads, driveways, parking lots, trails and pathways to get around!! XC Ski at Colter Bay Left photo is from a ski on Jackson Lake and the treed image is on the peninsula skiing back in. Photos courtesy of Barb C. Trip Report: Two Oceans Lake- GTNP After a super snowy, windy Friday, the clouds parted, the wind died, and Saturday was a perfect… Read More

13 Mar 23 – Daily Trail Report

Trip Report | Wanna Find a Great Trail? | Diggens 3rd in 50k

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Trip Report: Two Oceans Lake- GTNP After a super snowy, windy Friday, the clouds parted, the wind died, and Saturday was a perfect  bluebird day to explore one of our favorite GTNP non-groomed, backcountry Nordic trails, Two Oceans Lake.  With snow and wind blowing in the day before, there were virtually no tracks along the normally obvious summer road trail from the parking pullout to the lake. We followed our moving location position to follow… Read More

12 Mar 23 – Daily Trail Report

Watch History Being Made | Last Day of Grooming at TMR | Carry Bear Spray

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Her Turn: Women to Race First-Ever 50k Race at the Holmenkollen History is about to be made in Oslo, Norway over the weekend. For the first time ever, the women will race the 50k Holmenkollen – the same distance as the men – on the World Cup circuit. This year, four women will represent the United States on the start line and make history in doing so. 2023 World Champion and three-time Olympic medalist Jessie… Read More