Jackson Hole
Mama Mimi: The Jackson Hole Troll
Photo credit: Scott & JustinefromWyo, Flickr Looking for something a little more unique to add to your trip to Jackson? Nestled among the trees in Rendezvous Park is a giant whimsical troll named Mama Mimi, who stands watch. Built entirely from recycled materials, she’s not just an art installation—she’s a statement about sustainability, creativity, and community. This is the story of a dedicated dumpster diver turned artist, a troll, and a worldwide treasure-hunting phenome...
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UFOs in Jackson Hole
Wyoming has long been a hotspot for mysterious lights in the sky, strange aerial phenomena, and things that go whoosh in the night. Just look at Steven Spielberg’s Close Encounters of the Third Kind—the film’s epic climax takes place over Wyoming’s own Devils Tower. But did you know that Jackson Hole has hosted close encounters of its own? Over the years, locals and visitors alike have reported sightings of unexplainable objects hovering over the Tetons, zipping through the starry s...
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Elk, Exploration, and an Epic Upgrade: The National Elk Refuge is Getting a Makeover
The National Elk Refuge is gearing up for an exciting $39 million upgrade to its visitor center, and this isn’t just a fresh coat of paint — we’re talking about a complete transformation designed to inspire, educate, and make your visits even more unforgettable. After all, when you’ve got 500,000 human visitors and thousands of majestic elk dropping by every winter, it’s only fitting that the space be as awe-inspiring as the wildlife it celebrates. The current visitor center is ...
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Holiday Events in Jackson Hole
Photo credit: Jackson Hole Chamber of Commerce / Orijin Media With Thanksgiving over, the Christmas season is now in full swing! Whether you’re visiting to ski or just planning a holiday getaway, Jackson is always the place to be. December always fills up fast with so many holiday activities, so here are five upcoming events in Jackson, WY, courtesy of the Jackson Hole Chamber of Commerce. Holiday Spectacular Ice Show - Enchanted Christmas and ice skating go hand in hand, crea...
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When Will the Yellowstone Eruption Happen?
On July 24, 2024, Yellowstone exploded. Or at least, one particular locale within Yellowstone National Park (Biscuit Basin) experienced a hydrothermal event that shot rocks three feet wide hundreds of feet in the air and destroyed a large section of boardwalk. (You can watch it here.) Okay, but doesn't the whole park sit on top of a giant volcano? How soon we can expect the next big Yellowstone eruption? I can’t help thinking back to that movie 2012, where the Mayans correctly predicted...
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