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Posted on March 27, 2021March 31, 2021 by Jeff — Leave a comment

3/26/2021 First Ride of the Season to Jenny Lake

Grand Teton National Park began plowing the inner park road five days ago, on Monday March 22nd 2021. Today they announced via their facebook page that the road would open to non-motorized travel tomorrow, Saturday, March 27th. I decided to beat the weekend crowds and head up today to check out the conditions and get some much needed exercise. Living in Moose, WY I frequently ride the bike path to Jenny Lake but I definably enjoy this time of year when there are no cars and very few people around.

This can be a very windy area throughout the year, but it’s especially annoying in the spring when snow and freezing cold air exacerbates the problem. I rode 24 miles today but if felt like a lot more battling the wind nearly the entire time!

Windy as usual

Posted on January 6, 2021March 31, 2021 by Jeff — Leave a comment

Jackson Hole Moose Herd

Checking in on the Jackson Hole Moose Herd on January 5th 2021 in Grand Teton National Park.

I’ve been hearing reports as of late that the herd of moose on the eastern edge of Grand Teton National Park has been putting on a show, so I headed out to see for myself. It did not disappoint! I found some bulls locking antlers, some bulls that had already dropped their antlers, and some cows laying down taking in the warm sun on this unseasonably warm January day.

Posted on January 2, 2021March 31, 2021 by Jeff — Leave a comment

Grizzly Bear 399 with four cubs in tow, en route to their den on December 31st 2020 in Grand Teton National Park.

I definitely ended 2020 on a good note, watching the sunset being the Tetons with grizzly bear 399 and her four cubs.

I’ve felt like I was missing out lately as she was sighted around @grandtetonnps while I was busy working, but today made up for it and more! I’m surprised she’s still not hibernating, it must be difficult to get the kids to bed! Hopefully she gets some much needed rest and crossing my fingers for more opportunities to see this beautiful bruin family in 2021.

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Posted on December 29, 2020December 29, 2020 by Jeff — Leave a comment

Bald Eagle on the Elk Refuge

I saw this beautiful bald eagle today on the fence that forms the western boundary of the National Elk Refuge in Jackson Hole, Wyoming. This eagle seems large, but actually it was quite a bit smaller than a couple other eagles that were feeding on an apparent carcass. I say apparent because I never actually saw the carcass, it was hidden just out of view behind the fence . It seemed like this eagle was just waiting its turn for a bite. I’m sure it’s a nice bird once you get to know it, but I would describe it as having resting bitch face.

Posted on December 14, 2020December 16, 2020 by Jeff — Leave a comment

Aurora Borealis in the Tetons

I got a heads up from my friend that the northern lights may be visible in Wyoming on 12/9/2020.

I was excited but pretty skeptical because I have never seen the aurora borealis and I wasn’t sure what to expect. I first headed out to the Snake River in Grand Teton National Park. Western Wyoming is currently experiencing some high pressure, resulting in inverted temperatures and cold, clear nights. The temperature was about 0 degrees Fahrenheit this night, and consequently there was a lot of steam coming off the Snake River, impairing my view of the aurora borealis. That’s when I decided to head out to my buddies grandpa’s barn. There was no fog this far off the river and I was surprised at the sky to say the least! I had read on a CNN article that the sky may appear pink and sure enough. It looked like alpenglow but at 1am! Let me know what your favorite image ins in the comments below!

For more information on viewing the northern lights, see: https://www.wyomingstargazing.org/how-to-see-the-northern-lights-from-jackson-hole-wyoming/

Posted on December 9, 2020December 9, 2020 by Jeff — Leave a comment

Bears at Dornan’s Spur Ranch Cabins

A sow black bear and her cub visit Dornan’s for lunch with a view.

It’s not unusual to see bears around Dornan’s in Grand Teton National Park. Luckily these bears did not attract a huge crowd as they munched on clovers. It’s important to remember that a fed bear is a dead bear. Don’t allow bears to receive human food or garbage!

Posted on December 9, 2020December 9, 2020 by Jeff — Leave a comment

Hidden Falls and Jenny Lake in Fresh Snow

Hidden Falls in Grand Teton National Park

We had just one day left before the park road closes for winter, perfect opportunity to get out to hidden falls for a icy adventure. Despite being the most popular tourist attraction in Grand Teton National Park, we had the whole place to ourselves!

Posted on December 9, 2020December 9, 2020 by Jeff — Leave a comment

Bison in Grand Teton National Park

When the harsh Wyoming winter descends into Jackson Hole, animals have three choices; hibernate, migrate, or tolerate. North American Bison stand their ground, despite deep snow and sub-zero temperatures. Such hearty animals!

Posted on December 9, 2020December 9, 2020 by Jeff — 1 Comment

Kai Jones, Mikey Marohn, and Erich Tucker Jump Session

The legendary backcountry surrounding Jackson Hole Wyoming lures all kinds of winter enthusiasts. Professional skier wunderkind Kai Jones, professional snowboarder Mikey Marohn , and professional snowmobiler Erich Tucker put their philosophical differences aside and bonded over a common love; giant backcountry jumps. Who hit it better? Let me know in the comments below!

Posted on December 9, 2020December 9, 2020 by Jeff — Leave a comment

Comet Neowise in Grand Teton National Park

Comet Neowise in Grand Teton National Park
Comet Neowise in Grand Teton National Park
Comet Neowise in Grand Teton National Park
Comet Neowise in Grand Teton National Park
Comet Neowise WInd RIver Mountains
Comet Neowise in Grand Teton National Park

C/2020 F3 or Comet NEOWISE above Grand Teton National Park. Photographed from Dornan’s in July 2020. Discovered in March 2020, the comet will be visible again in the year 8786.