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
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Nature News: May
The moisture in May was perfect to launch into spring, balance our mild winter, and start nature thriving. Presently, the valley is green, green, green! It rained throughout the month so spring flowers hang heavy on the vine. Herbivores are migrating as they follow new plant shoots. Young bison and moose can been seen. May strums with life. It means morel … [Read more...] about Nature News: May
Nature News: November
November has been a snowy month. Early moisture helps increase winter visitation as people watch the weather and choose where to ski. Everyone gets excited. Skiing by the end of the month is quite good. The weather pattern has been a bit warm creating a solid snow pack around trees, rocks, stumps and vegetation. The month ends with almost 100 inches of fresh … [Read more...] about Nature News: November
Nature News: August
August is usually a hot and dry month in Jackson Hole. However, this year has been cool and damp with frequent showers and temperatures below normal. These conditions made mushroom hunting ideal. Chanterelles and Puffball mushrooms were found and enjoyed. The third week covered the Tetons with fresh snow. August is also berry month and the cool, wet … [Read more...] about Nature News: August
Nature News: May
The Hole Hiking Experience is starting it's 25th season! I am so grateful that my vision has allowed us to share the natural world and increase awareness! It's been an awesome journey! We just received a 2014 Certificate of Excellence from Trip Advisor and our new "look" to the web site is almost complete. A NEW Summer 2014 tour is the Wildlife + Walk. … [Read more...] about Nature News: May