In the spring, when the Snake River runs high, the rapid known as Lunch Counter can offer whitewater rafters enormous swells. Later in the season, when the river flows are lower, Big Kahuna, a rapid you might have peacefully floated over in the spring, offers frothing swells up to 7 feet high. That’s the thing
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Seventeen years ago, Cat Watsabaugh—now the food and beverage director at luxury hotel Caldera House—was fresh out of high school and ready to dive into her next chapter. She was set to study engineering at Montana State University and explore beyond her hometown of Jackson. But her plans soon changed. After attending the Montana college
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Bill Schreiber’s office looks directly out on Jackson Hole Mountain Resort’s world-class tram, which played a central role in designing and installing in 2007-2008. And he’s used the tram plenty over the years. Schreiber has been the resort’s Director of Engineering and Planning for 29 years, and he’s always been an avid skier. Even when
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Jacob Urban has a birthday tradition. On the day before his birthday, he climbs the Grand Teton, hoping to best his time from the previous year. This year, to celebrate his 47th birthday, he went from car to summit to car in less than six hours, and he thinks he can knock it below
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Sitting on a mountaintop in the Italian Dolomites alongside world-renowned photographer Chris Figenshau, waiting for the late Teton Gravity Research athlete Erik Roner to ski-base jump from a 1,000-foot cliff, may be an unusual way to start a business. But for Marvin Howard, drawing creativity from experiences like this is second nature. The longtime
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Tucked away on Granite Creek Road, off the grid from the hustle and bustle of everyday Jackson life, eight-time Iditarod veteran Frank Teasley tends to his troupe of 187 dogs. “I started out living out here in a wall tent with seven dogs in 1981,” he recalls. Now, his operation has grown to be
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When Jessica Milligan came to the Tetons from New York in 1996, she began working as Jackson Hole Mountain Resort’s retail director. She is now the resort’s vice president and chief of product sales and services. “The resort looked a lot different then,” Milligan says. “We operated out of a multipurpose room in a
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Last winter was one for the record books. Jackson Hole Mountain Resort’s 2016-2017 season finished with 593 inches of snow in Rendezvous Bowl—marking the deepest amount on snowfall recorded there in the resort’s 51-year history. That’s over 49 feet of snow. All that powder is bringing skiers and snowboarders to the resort in droves.
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Jackson Hole is a winter-lover’s paradise. Any visitor will find more to do here than they can possibly fit into a single trip. Here are 10 of our favorite winter activities to get a running start of your vacation. 1. SKI JACKSON HOLE MOUNTAIN RESORT There’s a reason Jackson Hole is frequently listed as
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Whether hiking the trails of Jackson Hole Mountain Resort in the summer, or carving turns down the slopes when the flakes are flying, it’s easy to develop a deep appreciation for the resort’s pristine mountain environment. And it’s not surprising that those operating the world-class resort are ecologically sensitive people who work diligently to
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At any one time, dozens of studies can be underway in Grand Teton National Park on topics ranging from climate change’s effect on glaciers, to American bullfrogs, pathway use, grizzlies, ancient culture, bighorn sheep, and even the park’s fire history. Researchers come from universities, a variety of agencies, and some are employed by the
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It was October 2015 and many of the 18 Jenny Lake Climbing Rangers and already left for the season. A call came into dispatch that a woman fell hiking, tumble down about 25 feet, then fell another 20 feet to where she lie, severely injured on a steep, rocky slope. The Jenny Lake Climbing
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During World War I, troops used fixed ropes and ladders to cross the treacherous Dolomites Mountains in Italy. Called Via Ferratas—Italian for “iron road”—these routes were intended to help move personnel and equipment through the mountains. Now, instead of being used for military maneuvers, Via Ferratas are for entertainment. Over the last few years,
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Eight years ago, Rendezvous Lodge at the top of Jackson Hole Mountain Resort’s Bridger Gondola opened a restaurant at the south end of the building, offering a small deck with views of the surrounding mountains. “Within a week, they realized how popular it was getting and knew that deck was not a big enough
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For Mike Dawkins, an operating partner at Worldcast Anglers in Victor, Idaho, the beauty of fly-fishing is that you never stop learning. There’s always a new fly to try, an uncharted area of water to explore, or a different type of fish to catch. During Teton Valley’s busy summer months, Dawkins’ days start bright
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Brent Nielsen, Spur Catering’s sous chef, cracks a jovial smile and gestures with his sturdy hands, beaming with pride as he talks salmon tartare cornets, a kitchen on wheels, and raising four daughters to love food. A native of Washington state, Nielsen grew up around food and worked for his stepfather’s smoked salmon company
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Taylor Phillips’ first experience with wildlife watching was as a child growing up in Richmond, Virginia. He and his family would drive the dirt roads outside of town at dusk and dawn looking for turkey, deer, and owls. Now, as owner of Jackson Hole EcoTour Adventures, looking for animals is Phillips’ job. He opened
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When the days warm up, get outside and enjoy summer in the Tetons. Outdoor activities beckon and indoor options abound for rainy days. Marvel in the scenery, wildlife, heritage, and culture of the region while indulging in some of the best outdoor activities available anywhere. Below is a sampling of what this area has
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Every day before she goes to work, Four Seasons head concierge Hope Maloney takes a moment to affix a pin to each of lapels. While the pins, depiction sets of crossed golden keys, may just look like jewelry to some, insiders know these pins mean she’s a member of Les Clefs D’Or (pronounced “lay
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If you left the boundaries of Jackson Hole Mountain Resort to go backcountry skiing last winter, chances are you encountered a backcountry zero intern equipped with questions. “Did you read the day’s avalanche reports?” “What’s in your pack?” “Are you heading to the backcountry with a group?” Started last year by the Teton County
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Winter camping is often associated with misery, frostbite, and hauling huge loads of gear to a frigid tent. Even those who camp in yurts often have to split wood, build fires, melt snow, cook meals, and scrub dishes. But, for those who want the overnight backcountry experience without the toil, Jackson Hole Mountain Resort
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