Grand Teton & Yellowstone Adventure Guide

13/06/2022

North part of Yellowstone has been hit hard by strong water.

13/06/2022

13/06/2022

EMAIL!!! From Yellowstone Public Affairs Office.

Yellowstone is completely closed.

16/05/2022

03/05/2022

17/04/2022

I'm sure you've heard by now, but Bear 399 and all 4 cubs have emerged from the den and all are looking healthy. More pics coming soon.

15/04/2022

Planning on visiting Yellowstone for opening day? Be sure to check out their website as some road openings have been delayed due to recent storms.

Heads Up! ANTICIPATE DELAYS for April 15 select road opening in Yellowstone; Stay informed about park road status and weather conditions.

Due to extremely heavy snow received this week in Yellowstone National Park, the park’s efforts to open interior roads by April 15 has been delayed.

Crews are working to clear nearly a foot of snow and remove large drifts from storms on Tuesday, April 12. Although progress has been made, the normal opening schedule will be altered.

The park will attempt to open the following road segments tomorrow as scheduled:
- West Entrance to Old Faithful
- Mammoth Hot Springs to Norris

However, more snow is forecasted in the park tonight with the potential for freezing rain over the weekend.

Other road segments will open as conditions allow.

The road between the North Entrance, Mammoth Hot Springs and Northeast Entrance is open year-round.

The public should be prepared to alter their park travel plans depending on weather conditions which could change rapidly. In-park services are very limited.

Crews will continue making every effort to ensure a safe road opening for the 2022 season.

Stay informed about up-to-date road conditions in Yellowstone:
- Visit go.nps.gov/YellRoads.
- Call (307) 344-2117 for a recorded message.
- Sign up to receive Yellowstone road alerts on your mobile phone by texting "82190" to 888-777.

For more info, visit: go.nps.gov/220414

17/02/2022

Bears are out and about. Even in winter, never hurts to pack your bear spray.

These grizzly tracks, spotted by guide, Josh Metten of EcoTour Adventures "were an exciting and unexpected find. Typically, bears in the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem hibernate for about five months, but this is not always the case. Not all bears hibernate, and this is becoming a more common occurrence as our planet warms. In fact, a 2017 study found that for every one degree Celsius that minimum temperatures increase in winter, bears hibernate for six fewer days. According to the study, the by the middle of the century, bears could be active for as much as 40 days longer. Be sure to keep this in mind when you're recreating in the GYE this winter, as carrying bear spray might become a year-round necessity!"

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02/02/2022

Mark you calendars for February 14th to book campsites in Yellowstone.

News Release: Beginning Feb.14, 2022, visitors will be able to make advance reservations for additional campgrounds in Yellowstone National Park on Recreation.gov.

The new system is a direct response to public requests for a reservation system at park campgrounds and prompted a collaborative effort between the National Park Service and Recreation.gov.

Reservations will go live on Recreation.gov Feb. 14 at 8 a.m. MST. Visitors will be able to book campsites up to six months in advance. Campgrounds are expected to fill quickly once sites are made available.

At Indian Creek, Lewis Lake, Pebble Creek, Mammoth and Slough Creek campgrounds, 80% of sites will be reservable six months in advance, while the remaining 20% of sites will be reservable two weeks in advance. Being able to make reservations two weeks in advance will allow visitors the flexibility to reserve campsites closer to their arrival dates.

View the full release to learn more: go.nps.gov/22006

27/01/2022

Planning a backcountry trip to Yellowstone? Make sure to check out the information below as the process for permits is changing for 2022.

News Release: Beginning spring 2022, visitors will be able to make advance online reservations for backcountry permits at Recreation.gov.

The new system is a direct response to public requests for an online backcountry permit reservation system and prompted a collaborative effort between the National Park Service and Recreation.gov. Moving to an online system allows backcountry users to check availability in real time and receive instant confirmation when reserving a trip.

The ability to make advance reservations will enable visitors to plan their trips ahead of time and provide assurance they will have a permit for their chosen itinerary upon arrival. It will enrich the visitor experience by eliminating uncertainty and frustration and improve safety.

The three options for obtaining a backcountry permit include:

Early Access Lottery: The Early Access Lottery application period will go live on Recreation.gov March 1, 2022, and will end March 20, 2022. This lottery is based on a fair and randomized process to provide an equal opportunity for each applicant to be selected. If selected, successful lottery applicants will be assigned a date and time to book their proposed reservation online during the Early Access Period from April 1 through April 24. Participants are limited to a single reservation during the Early Access Period but may create additional reservations beginning April 26.

General Permits: On April 26, remaining permits for open campsites will be available on Recreation.gov.

Walk-up Permits: These permits will be available on a first-come, first-served basis up to 48 hours in advance. Walk-up Permits cannot be reserved online in advance or through the Recreation.gov Call Center.

Early Access Lottery and General Permits will account for approximately 75% of permits issued for the season. The remaining permits will be available as Walk-up Permits.

Learn more: go.nps.gov/22004

04/01/2022

Get ready for your next trip to the Tetons by upgrading your equipment and getting $$ for your old.

Are looking to upgrade cameras or looking to sell your used photographic equipment?

We are now KEH Camera Affiliate we now can purchase back used photographic equipment. Customers can put the vsalue directly towards a trade or we can write you a check.

Questions call us 307-733-3831

31/12/2021

Currently there are 4,200 elk on the National Elk Refuge!

Refuge staff count all ungulates on a weekly basis in a standard 11,400 acre survey area, which roughly corresponds to the southern half of the National Elk Refuge where animals can be readily observed from the ground. As of December 28th 4,200 elk were observed.

Major elk movements to the Refuge did not occur until the week of 19 December, which is approximately 3 weeks later than typical. Record warm temperatures in late November and low Jackson Hole snow accumulations at lower and mid elevation areas during the fall likely contributed to late elk migration to the Refuge. Late migration also resulted in one of the lowest elk harvests on record for the Refuge hunt. Only 41 total elk were harvested on NER compared to the 10-year mean of 180 elk harvested (range= 41 to 373)Harvest data for other hunt areas in the Jackson herd unit will not be available until later in the winter, but if Refuge results are any indication, harvest totals could be below average for other hunt areas as well.

At least 36 pronghorn are currently using the Refuge, and anecdotal evidence suggests that pronghorn that fail to migrate out of Jackson Hole suffer significant mortality during severe winters. Pronghorn are poorly equipped to deal with deep snow because it prevents them from accessing forage, and they are more vulnerable to predation.

No bison have been observed so far this season on the south end of the Refuge, and most bison are well north of the Refuge at this time. In recent years late bison movement to the NER has become the typical pattern because bison hunting on the Refuge remains open until the end of January, and bison appear to have learned to avoid the Refuge until later in the winter (if they come to the Refuge at all). We view late bison arrival to the Refuge as beneficial to our efforts to reduce reliance on supplemental feeding. Late bison arrival conserves forage for when it is more critically needed later in the winter and allows us to delay the start of the feeding season.

Eric K. Cole
Senior wildlife biologist, USFWS National Elk Refuge
Jackson, WY
307-201-5432
Copyright © 2021 National Elk Refuge, U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service. All rights reserved.

31/12/2021

Ever wonder how moose navigate the deep snow? Now we know!

Navigating deep snow on a cold day takes a lot of energy. Moose have special joints that allow them to swing their legs over snow rather than push through it as elk do. They also have thick winter coats that include layers of fur designed to trap air and keep them warm. How do you conserve energy in winter?

Visit https://www.nps.gov/yell/learn/nature/moose.htm to learn more about moose.

30/12/2021

Time once again for winter activities in the Tetons.

Dust off those skinny skis and enjoy stellar views at the base of the Tetons! Grooming of the Teton Park Road has begun for the winter season.

Enjoy cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, and walking along the road, and take in all the park has to offer.

The 14-mile section of the Teton Park Road between the Taggart Lake Trailhead and Signal Mountain Lodge will be groomed approximately three times a week dependent on snow and weather conditions.

Schedule:
Tuesdays—Four lanes groomed Taggart to South Jenny Lake
Fridays—Two lanes groomed Taggart to Signal Mountain
Sundays—Four lanes groomed Taggart to South Jenny Lake

Grooming of the Teton Park Road is anticipated to continue through mid-March, as conditions allow. Grooming is made possible through the financial support of Grand Teton National Park Foundation and a Federal Highway Administration Recreational Trails Program grant managed by the State of Wyoming.

For grooming updates, call the park’s road information line at 307-739-3682.

Visit go.nps.gov/jooiu7 for more information on winter recreation in Grand Teton



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27/12/2021

Ever wonder what lies at the bottom of Yellowstone Lake? Well, a new exhibit in Cody, WY now answers that question.

A new display at the Buffalo Bill Center in Cody is allowing the public to share in the details uncovered by a research project about what lies at the bottom of Yellowstone Lake.

25/12/2021

Merry Christmas 🎁

From our Yellowstone family to yours, we hope you have a safe and wonderful Christmas and holiday season! ❄

Photo: Boot prints on a snowy boardwalk at Mud Volcano in winter.

21/12/2021

Happy first day of winter!

Today marks the winter solstice – which marks the beginning of astronomical winter in the Northern Hemisphere. As the temperatures drop, nature creates a whole new world in parks. Only in winter can you see and experience some of the truly unique wonders. A little cold only adds to the fun outdoor adventures you can have during winter. Grab your ice skates, snow shoes, or cross country skis and feel like you’re gliding through a snow globe. Learn more at https://www.nps.gov/articles/winter-listicle.htm

Photo of a snow-covered trees and mountains at California's Yosemite National Park by Yu Shi (www.sharetheexperience.org).

12/12/2021

Snow King Mountain's Cowboy Coaster is now open for the winter season. Experience this exhilarating ride between the hours of 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. daily. The experience includes almost a mile of loops, curves and hairpin turns as riders descend the equivalent of a 45-story building. Not to mention, the excitement of this ride is accentuated by inspiring Teton views... if you dare to look up!⁠
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This family friendly activity requires that drivers be at least 54" tall, and passengers must be at least 38" tall. Book your tickets in advance at snowkingmountain.com or purchase them onsite at the base of Snow King Mountain.

08/12/2021

Always smart to be wildlife prepared anytime of year.

While it’s possible to see a bear during any month of the year, it’s more likely that you’ll come across other wildlife while skiing or snowshoeing. Bison, elk, coyotes, and mountain lions are all active in winter, so carry bear spray and know how to use it. Be alert, make noise, and travel in groups while you enjoy the snow! ❄

Learn how to for a winter visit to the park: go.nps.gov/YELLtop10winter

08/12/2021

Update on one of our favorite bears, 399.

We reached out to the US FWS over the weekend and received this reply this morning:

Hi Jack,

Thanks for reaching out. While we do not have a visual confirmation, based on the latest collar data received from the two yearlings, it is most likely that #399 and yearlings are now at a den site.

Joe Szuszwalak
Public Affairs Specialist
U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service - Interior Regions 5 & 7

It would appear that Grizzly 399 and all four of her cubs are safe at home for the winter...

Photo is a repost of a photo we took in August when she was teaching the kids how to fish.

02/12/2021

Keep the airport closure in mind as you plan your next trip to Jackson.

The Jackson Hole Airport will be closed this Spring from April 11th to June 27th for runway reconstruction and a few other improvements.⁠
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Don’t fret though! It will be worth the wait ;)⁠
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Learn more about what projects this renovation will include at the link: https://www.jacksonholeairport.com/jac-projects/

23/11/2021

If you are in Jackson check out the show!

We've got some shows coming up! Tuesday we head down to Jackson Wyoming to play the Silver Dollar Bar & Grill. Wednesday, we play a fundraiser for Eagle Mount Billings at the The Pub Station in Billings. Finally, Friday we rock out at The ELM in Bozeman!
📷 GetRel Photography

17/11/2021

Save the date for Jackson's famous Town Square Lighting! On November 26, visit Town Square as early as 3 pm to hear Christmas carols, sip hot chocolate, and indulge in holiday cookies. Shop small businesses for one-of-a-kind gifts and stop in locally-owned restaurants for incredible winter cuisine. Be on Town Square 5 minutes before 5 pm to countdown to the moment Jackson's famous Town Square comes alive with lights! Then, Santa makes his way to the Square on a fire truck. Kids can visit Santa from 5-7 pm.

10/11/2021

399 and family made their way through town last night and are believed to be headed north once again 🎉

07/11/2021

399 Update:
News release below about 399 and her cubs. 3 cubs were captured yesterday with 2 of them being collared to help with tracking efforts. Captured cubs were released in the presence of 399 and the family is once again reunited.

07/11/2021

399 and cubs fate…