park events

Winter 2012

Ranger-led Hikes in Grand Teton: Join a ranger for an educational and fun hike through the snow. Rangers offer guided snowshoe hikes from the Craig Thomas Discovery and Visitor Center. Programs begin on December 26th and run through mid-March, conditions permitting. Reservations are required, call (307) 739-3399 for more details and to make reservations. Reservations are accepted beginning on December 1, 2012. A $5 donation is suggested for the rental of snowshoes (provided during the ranger program), the program is free. Please wear appropriate winter clothing (e.g. hat, gloves, snow/wind pants, boots, etc.) and don't forget your sunscreen and sunglasses.

Programs are offered daily at 1:30 p.m. and last two hours, ending at 3:30 p.m.

past events

bigger steeper faster:
a history of ski mountainering in the tetons

On Tuesday, March 20th, 2012 outdoor enthusiasts gathered at the Craig Thomas Discovery and Visitor Center to attend Bigger Steeper Faster: A History of Ski Mountaineering in the Tetons, hosted by Grand Teton National Park Foundation. It was an evening of insightful reflection and riveting stories about the evolution of Teton ski mountaineering by Tom Turiano, Greater Yellowstone ski pioneer, Brian Harder, premier endurance athlete, and Foundation board member, American ski mountaineer, and Marmot athlete and brand ambassador, Mark Newcomb.

Stay tuned for more winter events, or visit the park’s website for information about other non-guided winter events and activities. You can also refer to our Facebook and Twitter pages for daily updates on all things Grand Teton. See you in the park!