Teton Valley Vibes Spend a day exploring the quieter side of the Tetons. // By Molly Absolon Located on the western—quiet—side of the Teton Range, Teton Valley, Idaho, offers quaint one-stoplight towns, uncrowded outdoor recreational spaces, and spectacular scenery. Home…
Rendezvous at R Park Sled, hike, cross-country ski, and hang with a troll at this community park. //By Emily Cohen Once a gravel pit, the 40-acre R Park is one of Jackson Hole’s most beloved community spaces. At the intersection of…
Moose on the Loose Where to see everyone’s favorite ungulate. // By Emily Cohen If you know where to look, winter is your best bet for spotting moose in Jackson Hole. Their hulking, dark bodies stand out against the snowy…
Where the Wild Women Are Women: you might learn more and gain more confidence in your outdoor skills alongside other women. // By Bevin Wallace “It had been on my bucket list for many years, and it was so phenomenal, I…
Environmental Engine Half of the Equality State is federal land, and its wild, open, publicly accessible spaces are underpinning a concerted effort to promote outdoor recreation in Wyoming, get visitors to branch out from the well-known Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem, and diversify…
Diamond Anniversary Take a look back at Jackson Hole Mountain Resort’s inaugural season 60 years ago. // By Katherine Wonson Cruising through the RFID scanner to hop on a detachable high-speed quad ride that ends before you can finish eating…
The Forest Phantom of the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem Local resident and PhD scientist Katherine Gura has devoted much of her career to understanding the great gray owl, whose survival along the southern extent of its range might depend on how…
Bonds That Endure Being a ski or snowboard instructor at JHMR is more than a job, and many do it for decades. // By Dina Mishev // photography by KATHRYN ZIESIG In 1982, Lexey Wauters was one of 14…
Cold, Hard Facts The cold can be invigorating, or downright mean. Here are some things to consider when planning a winter outing in Jackson Hole. // By Bevin Wallace If you haven’t experienced a Jackson Hole winter, get ready for…
All the Light One of Jackson’s busiest architectural photographers shares some of his favorite photos from the last decade. // By maggie theodora // photography by aaron kraft Aaron Kraft has been shooting homes in and around Jackson Hole for…
Look Closer For a truly memorable souvenir. // By Jim Mahaffie // photograPHY By PEARL SPURLOCK We all love the classic Jackson Hole or national park t-shirt. And a baseball cap with a bison on the front is always cool,…
Mangy Moose Short Ribs However it’s prepared, this long-time entree at one of Teton Village’s oldest restaurants is a classic. // By lila edythe The executive chef at the Mangy Moose, Shannon Chandler, doesn’t know how long the iconic Teton Village…
O.S.M. Created more than 50 years ago, The Bunnery’s Oats, Sunflower Seeds, and Millet mix is as popular as ever. //By Samantha Simma On a crisp morning in Jackson Hole, a line forms outside The Bunnery. Inside, cast iron skillets…
Golden Age 2.0 The Million Dollar Cowboy Bar and the Silver Dollar Bar & Grill are intimate venues that bring in big country names thanks to the late owner’s vision and love of music. // By Richard Anderson // photography…
Coziness on a Plate When you’ve got winters like we do here in Jackson Hole, comfort food is always a great choice. // By Samantha Simma Snow falls silently on the arches of Jackson’s Town Square, while the scent of something…
A Pack of Ammo and Pepto, Please For recreation or rehabilitation, Stone Drug has your fix. // Illustrations and Text by Emily Cohen Keeping watch over the aisles of painkillers and toothpaste at Stone Drug is a dozen-strong collection of…
Q&A: Gary Duquette // By Jim Mahaffie How do you get hundreds of mountain town kids fired up about something that doesn’t involve skiing, snowboarding, fishing, or climbing? Gary Duquette has that magic. Duquette runs the Jackson Hole RoboBroncs, which has…
AS TOLD BY: Rob Dearing Restoring antique furniture takes patience and an appreciation for the past. // By Samantha Simma In the corner of a workshop in an industrial park south of downtown Jackson, wood shavings curl onto the floor…
PROFILE: Tracy Poduska // By Emily Cohen Jackson Elementary School principal Tracy Poduska is on the go most days. It’s how she’s wired—constantly moving, thinking, leading. Originally from Ohio, Poduska knew she wanted to be a teacher from the time…
