Autumn is a dynamic time of year here in Jackson Hole with sunshine, rain, snow and sleet. Each day brings a new surprise. The high peaks are enshrouded in snow, most of our local birds have migrated to southern climates and animals are on the move seeking lower elevations and winter territories. The Hole Hiking Experience is closed for fall break. We … [Read more...] about November Nature News: Autumn is a dynamic time in Jackson Hole
Bridger-Teton National Forest
October Nature News: Autumn brings frosty mornings and bugling bull elk
Fall is a favorite time of the year for our team of naturalists. Autumn arrives with frosty mornings, the sound of bugling bull elk, and vibrant foliage dotting the hillsides. We've had unseasonably warm, dry weather, what is referred to as Indian summer, and the trees and plants are showing their colors once again. Both the dogwood and huckleberry bushes … [Read more...] about October Nature News: Autumn brings frosty mornings and bugling bull elk
September Nature News: Tremendous change in the air as daylight wanes and we shift to fall
Local — A Shift to Fall Last month set records as one of the wettest Augusts ever! Full days of rain are typically uncommon at this time of year but we all welcomed the rain to offset this hot and dry summer. Snow fell on some of the high peaks reminding us that it can snow any time of year in Jackson Hole. The fire bans have been lifted, berries are … [Read more...] about September Nature News: Tremendous change in the air as daylight wanes and we shift to fall
August Nature News: The Relief of Sweet Rain in the Tetons
The haze of wildfire smoke from fires in Oregon, California and Canada is a common irritant this summer. Fortunately, there are no close fires to the Tetons and recent monsoonal moisture has come to the rescue of parched meadows and streams. Moose have been seen resting along waterways seeking cooler temperatures. Mature berries can be found along hiking … [Read more...] about August Nature News: The Relief of Sweet Rain in the Tetons
July Nature News: Stunning Wildflower Displays and Grizzly Bear Challenges
By the summer solstice, energy soars in the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem with long, sunny days, young animals frolicking about, young birds calling from their nests, blooming flowers, and lots of curious visitors. The snow continues to melt at higher elevations fueling wildflower jubilees in alpine meadows. With over 1,000 species of flowering plants in … [Read more...] about July Nature News: Stunning Wildflower Displays and Grizzly Bear Challenges
