January has been a stormy month. Approximately 110 inches of snow has fallen at the Raymer Plot in Teton Village, elevation 9,300 feet. This is reported on the avalanche forecast site by the Bridger-Teton Avalanche Center. It’s a comprehensive site that shares the weather forecast, advisories, snow conditions, and avalanche information. It’s the go-to site … [Read more...] about Nature News: January
Bridger-Teton National Forest
Nature News: December
The month’s weather varied. Temperatures were a bit warm early in December, followed by cooling, a period of stormy weather, then frigid. When winter began, Jackson weather was snowy and cold. The winter Solstice was on December 21 so about 7.5 hours of daylight in Jackson and a storm raged. By the end of the month, 162 inches of snow has fallen at the … [Read more...] about Nature News: December
Nature News: November
Transition to winter continues. November brings more snow to the Tetons moving animals to winter habitats. Lakes freeze for early season skating. Cold, frigid temperatures drive movements as species prepare for short days, snowy weather, and the season of dormancy. Winter is the time for wildlife viewing near the town of Jackson. Town is located in the … [Read more...] about Nature News: November
Nature News: October
October. This month signifies change. Frost blankets the meadows. A morning breath glistens with steam in the crisp, clear air. Snow accumulates in the high country. Larger animals continue to mate. Nature pulls in and begins to rest to survive the upcoming winter. She becomes quiet and dormant. Bears establish dens. The rifle shot echoes off … [Read more...] about Nature News: October
Nature News: August
August has been a cool month with haze from western fires. The high temperature on August 5 was only 61 degrees. Temperatures have been perfect with a few rainy days. Some storms arrived with strong winds and rain. As the month draws to a close locals report the “feel” of fall in the air as days shorten and temperatures cool. Flowers continue but month … [Read more...] about Nature News: August