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Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Elk Rut
It’s September, which means it’s a magical time of year. The verdant blanket of summer shuffles aside just enough for fall to poke its rosy head out for a few tentative moments and signal its imminent arrival. Also, it’s time for some elk lovin’. [caption id="attachment_2217" align="aligncenter" width="480"] Photo by Thomas Torget[/caption] We at Flat Creek Inn know you’re secretly very curious about what goes on during elk rut, so we’re doing the responsible thing and answering...
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The Jackson Hole Antler Arches
Every year, more than 2.6 million visitors pass through Jackson, Wyoming—and according to Instagram, just about every one of them posted a picture of themselves under one of the four iconic antler arches found on the corners of Town Square, formally named George Washington Memorial Park. How much do you know about this must-see Jackson attraction? [caption id="attachment_2210" align="aligncenter" width="360"] My husband and I under the antler arches.[/caption] How old are these arches? The...
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Jackson Hole Wildlife, Part 7: Bighorn Sheep
It's the bighorn sheep's time for the limelight. If the 6th installment in this series was Return of the Jedi, our 7th installment is Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows—with fewer Horcruxes, but more headbutting. Latin name: Ovis canadensis How big are bighorn sheep? Bighorn sheep are the largest wild sheep in North America, ranging in size from 160 to over 300 pounds, depending on gender. What's up with the "bighorn?" As you may have deduced, bighorn sheep are famous for their—wai...
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What it’s Like Visiting Jackson Hole in June 2020
Here's a fun little interview with a traveler who recently went to Jackson Hole. If you're curious what it's like going to Jackson currently (during a pandemic!), here's a little insight from someone who hasn't let that stop her from traveling! *What is your name and where are you from? LeeAnn Cass. Springville, Utah *What made you decide to take a trip to Jackson Hole? I have ways wanted to go! I have been loving to going to National Parks and thought spending time in Jackson, alon...
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What to Expect at the Flat Creek Inn – Summer 2020
As the world is slowly reopening and restrictions are being lifted, we want to update you on our current Covid-19 safety precautions. Plus, scroll to the end for a discount code! All employees have their temperature checked when arriving at work Employees answer a health questionnaire each day to make sure they are well and healthy before starting work High-use areas are sanitized every 1-2 hours All motel rooms are deep cleaned between guests A contactless check-in optio...
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