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5 Things to Do in Jackson Hole Over the Holidays
Around here, we’re the type who starts listening to Christmas music the moment the last Halloween decoration is packed. Which means we’re the type to start making holiday plans well before that. So we’ve compiled a list of some of the holiday highlights here in town. If you’re in Jackson Hole for the holidays, or you want to pretend you’re there by studiously following along the calendar, read on to see what you can look forward to. Click on the names of the events for tickets and m...
Read MoreBeavers in Jackson Hole
Knock, knock. Who’s there? Beaver. Beaver, who? Beaver-y glad that beaver restoration in Jackson is well underway! (And be very glad you won’t have to suffer through another joke like that, too.) After decades of trapping in the early to mid-1800s that decimated the beaver population, wildlife biologists and conservationists are happy to report that the restoration of this keystone species is going well. (We’re sure you’ve been on the edge of your seat wondering.) What is a keystone s...
Read MoreStargazing in Jackson Hole
Imagine a place where the stars shine brighter, and the night sky feels like a velvet canvas painted with constellations. Or just look at the picture below: Pretty great, right? Jackson Hole is a stargazer’s paradise. You’ll find darker and more remote places to view the stars, but few with so many amenities close by (including a certain motel, of course). Whether you’re a seasoned astronomer or just want to know more about those giant balls of gas burning millions of miles away, let...
Read MoreGhosts of Jackson Hole
Everybody who visits Jackson Hole wants to stay a while. Some end up staying for a lot longer … forever, in fact. Or at least that’s what local ghost stories say, and this is October, the month when all such stories are suddenly true. So pull up a fancy old armchair next to a roaring hearth, turn down the lights, listen to the thunder crack outside your window, and hear Jackson Hole’s most famous ghost stories. Bob Tomingas The beautiful Wort Hotel was built in 1941 by brothers John...
Read More5 Things to Do in Jackson Hole in October
As the calendar page turns from September, a subtle change happens here in Jackson Hole. The summer crowds dwindle and an easygoing spirit settles on the streets. We fall into a nice, quiet limbo between the peak of summer and ski season, but that doesn’t mean there’s nothing to do. Far from it, actually. The valley comes alive with events that cater to every taste and interest. Seriously, every taste. Here’s a starter list of some of the things to do in Jackson in October. October 2:...
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