Wildlife
The Return of Grizzly 399!
A month or so ago, we posted about Grizzly 399, the famous mama bear for whom the world (or at least a small, bear-aware segment of the population) was awaiting with bated breath. As a recap, grizzly bears usually live 20-25 years. Not only is 399 still alive and kicking at 27, but she’s still Bear Mother of the Year. If she were human, she’d be collecting Social Security and driving the kids to soccer practice. Now 399 has emerged from hibernation at last with one more healthy cub ...
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Catching Up with Grizzly 399
Did you wake up this morning and wonder, “Hey, I wonder what Grizzly 399 is up to?” Maybe you’re the sort of person who only follows human social media influencers, occasionally making exceptions for raccoons who do tricks or cute British puppies. But if you’re into bears, you may have read our post a few years ago about Grizzly 399, a famous mama bear who roams the Grand Teton area. She’s poised to make history this year. We’ll tell you why. But first, here’s a recap for those ...
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7 Tips for Conservation in Jackson Hole
The West—and Jackson Hole is no exception—is home to some of the most stunning scenery on earth: jagged, towering mountains; glimmering rivers and tinkling streams; and unspoiled forests brimming with life. They’re the kinds of sights that fuel dreamers and inspire travelers, the stuff of endless John Muir quotes. Not to get all Pocahontas here, but we can’t really own the wild, not really. When you get down to it, we’re all guests here. So whatever your political stripes, whatever ...
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What’s the Difference Between an Elk, a Reindeer, and a Caribou?
Elk, Reindeer, and Caribou are three animals that are similar and can easily be confused. We wanted to clear the air and get some facts straight on these animals so you never have to wonder which one is which ever again! ELK Here at the Flat Creek Inn we have a special love for elk because we have a whole herd of them RIGHT ACROSS THE STREET! It's pretty amazing to have these animals as our neighbors. Check out our live web cam showing the elk right here. Elk have light colored fur and are ...
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25 Best Gifts to Get the Outdoor Lover in Your Life 2020
It's that time of year again, and we've got some great ideas for you of what to get that outdoor lover in your life. We collected gift ideas that should appeal to just about anyone! Our personal favorite? The National Parks map (#4 below). Have fun shopping! 1. "Climb More Worry Less" mug complete with a carabiner handle 2. Pine tree necklace 3. "Explore More" T-shirt 4. National Parks map 5. Firestarter Kit 6. "Little Adventurer" baby onesie 7. Hiking Trails bucket lis...
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