Summer Adventures
Yay or Nay—A Professional Baseball Game in the Tetons
How would you feel about a professional baseball game being played in Grand Teton National Park? Why do we ask? Major League Baseball asked the same question (though more broadly about playing in any national parks) last week to the White House, according to the Washington Post. MLB has previously held games outside of their typical stadiums a few times. One such example is at the Field of Dreams, a baseball field surrounded by corn in Iowa that was built for the movie by the same name. ...
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Jackson Hole Summer Activities: How to Beat the Heat
Baby, it's hot outside. As temperatures across the country continue to climb, it's time to find a summer getaway that doesn't involve turning into a pile of ooze on the sidewalk. That's why you’re in luck here in Jackson Hole—between alpine lakes, shady forests, scenic rivers, and crisp mountain mornings, we're overflowing with heat-resistant summer itinerary ideas. Cool Off on the Snake River If there’s one activity that belongs on every summer itinerary, it’s floating the Sna...
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Hiking in Grand Teton? 5 Ways Not to Be That Guy
The Tetons are stunning. The wildlife are wild. And when it comes to nature, you’re a guest, not a resident. You wouldn’t kick off your shoes and put your feet up on someone else’s coffee table, would you? If you’re ready to go hiking Grand Teton National Park (or any national park), here are five gentle ways to enjoy the great outdoors and still get invited back. 1. Stay on the Trail Have you ever looked at a pristine mountain meadow and thought, “Man, that would look even...
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The Enclosure: The Ancient Structure on the Grand Teton
Ancient Structure Found: On July 29, 1872, a group from the Hayden Expedition believed they were going to be the first to ever climb the Grand Teton. Though it’s a bit controversial whether or not they made it to the top, what they did find was of great significance. During a storm they found themselves on the west buttress (an adjoined peak to the Grand), where they found a prehistoric structure in which they took refuge, calling it the “Enclosure”. How Old is it? As it...
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7 Summer Activities in Jackson Hole To Do Before You Can’t Anymore
With cooler weather on the horizon and seasonal operations winding down, now is the time to make the most of what Jackson Hole has to offer before it’s too late. Here are some must-do summer activities with specific closing dates that you’ll want to catch before they’re gone. 1. Ride the Jackson Hole Aerial Tram (Closes: October 6) Rising 4,139 vertical feet in just 12 minutes, the Jackson Hole Aerial Tram takes you to the summit of Rendezvous Mountain at 10,450 feet. From th...
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