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5 Interesting Facts You Probably Didn’t Know About Jackson Hole
Whether you’re a lifelong Jackson Hole resident or just passin’ through, chances are the area still has a few mysteries you’ve never explored. This week we’re covering 5 interesting facts about Jackson Hole, ranging from the basic to the “wait, really?” First up … [caption id="attachment_2533" align="alignright" width="380"] The approximate location of the infamous Jackson shootout.[/caption] Maybe you’ve been to Jackson’s regular shootout, where duster jacket-clad cowbo...
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So, You Want to Work at Flat Creek?
It's that time of year again—when thousands of tourists descend upon Jackson, ready to enjoy the nature, culture, food, and everything else the area has to offer. Who's on hand to wash their laundry, give them directions, and otherwise make sure their stay in Jackson is a pleasant one? Every year, Flat Creek Inn brings in an eager group of hires (mostly college-age young adults) to handle all of our guests' needs. We talked to Quinn Kunz, a former Flat Creek employee and eternal Flat Cree...
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5 Movies Filmed in Wyoming
Last week, Hollywood’s brightest stars convened to hand each other awards. But if you missed this year’s Oscar ceremony, that’s okay! There’s one award they consistently forget to give out, for some reason: Best Picture Taking Place or Filmed Near the Tetons. And there have been quite a few over the years, as filmmakers have flocked the Jackson for their camera-ready, rugged beauty, so today we’ll talk about 5 movies filmed in Wyoming—including a few right here in Jackson Hole. &...
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Yellowstone Geysers that Aren’t Old Faithful
Admittedly, we’re on a bit of a Yellowstone kick lately. As one of the nation’s oldest and most popular national parks, not to mention the second largest in the continental United States, Yellowstone offers plenty to talk about. Over 4,000,000 visitors flock to the park each year and you can bet they’re all making a beeline to Old Faithful. And while Old Faithful is incredible, it’s also incredibly popular, welcoming approximately 2,000 guests per eruption. If you’d rather skip thos...
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Geysers Galore: Hydrothermal Features of Yellowstone
[caption id="attachment_2514" align="alignright" width="480"] Dietmar Rabich / Wikimedia Commons / “Yellowstone National Park (WY, USA), Old Faithful Geyser -- 2022 -- 2619” / CC BY-SA 4.0[/caption] A visit to Yellowstone National Park is almost certain to involve thrilling landscapes and wildlife sightings, but what really sets Yellowstone apart from the pack is the geysers and other hydrothermal features. Of course, “hydrothermal features” sounds a bit boring, but that’s only bec...
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