Author: JHNordic

You may have seen these free Trailhead Cross Country Ski Guide from Skinny Skis all over town. In there you’ll find pretty valuable resources on recommended cross-country ski trails in Jackson, tour guides, where to snag some gear and tips on what to pack to make your day trip just a little more comfortable and prepared. Some essentials we all can’t do without in a medium-sized day pack: Water Food Headlamp (be sure to check your… Read More

Fast skis are something special. Most skiers are emotionally attached to their fastest pair of skis because they are really worth something. Fast skis make a person more “fit” (faster) and they certainly make skiing more fun as well. New skis or freshly stoneground skis have the potential to be your “fastest skis ever”. Following this advice will give new skis the best chance possible to reach their potential. First off, check the skis for… Read More

14 Jan 2019 – Daily Trail Report

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Photo credit: Danielle & Adam – Travel Helix “Snowshoes & Slumber on Taggart Lake” Thank you for continually sharing your photos with us of Nordic skiing in Jackson Hole Danielle & Adam with TravelHelix shared these two cute photos of their time spent 4 fabulous days in Jackson Hole by Taggart Lake The Beauty of Nordic Skiing off the Beaten Path Off trail near Moose Wilson Road -photo by C&C Please keep sharing your images with us… Read More

13 Jan 2019 – Daily Trail Report

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Chamber Mixer This Week! Tribute to Sean O’Malley and Nordic News Sean O’Malley, one of the early members of Jackson Hole Nordic Alliance who also previously published the local Nordic News is retiring from Teton County at the end of January 2019. We value Sean’s sparkle and local knowledge that he put into this and wanted to commemorate his contributions over the years to the Nordic community by looking back at an all-time favorite Nordic… Read More

12 Jan 2019 – Daily Trail Report

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Chamber Mixer Next Week! JHSC Club and Community Update Happenings of the JHSC Nordic Program, Trail Creek Nordic Center, and Local Nordic Community Welcome to the January 11th edition of “What’s Going On”.  Read on for all the scoop… Lollipopper Team              Lollipops are busy, busy, busy!  We have 27 kiddos this year ranging in age from 5 to 8.  Head Coach Kathy Neiley (a JHSC alumni) is joined by Assistant… Read More

9 Jan 2019 – Daily Trail Report

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A Jackson Hole Nordic Legend is Stepping Down Sean O’Malley, one of the early members of Jackson Hole Nordic Alliance who also previously published the local Nordic News is retiring from Teton County at the end of January 2019. We value Sean’s sparkle and local knowledge that he put into this and wanted to commemorate his contributions over the years to the Nordic community by looking back at an all-time favorite Nordic News issue from… Read More

8 Jan 2019 – Daily Trail Report

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A Jackson Hole Nordic Legend is Stepping Down Sean O’Malley, one of the early members of Jackson Hole Nordic Alliance who also previously published the local Nordic News is retiring from Teton County at the end of January 2019. We value Sean’s sparkle and local knowledge that he put into this and wanted to commemorate his contributions over the years to the Nordic community by looking back at an all-time favorite Nordic News issue from… Read More

Jackson Hole Nordic News Archive: April 8, 2005 by Sean O’Malley

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Sean O’Malley, one of the early members of Jackson Hole Nordic Alliance who also previously published the local Nordic News is retiring from Teton County at the end of January 2019. We value Sean’s sparkle and local knowledge that he put into this and wanted to commemorate his contributions over the years to the Nordic community by looking back at an all-time favorite Nordic News issue from 2005.   Jackson Hole Nordic News April 8,… Read More

4 Jan 2019 – Daily Trail Report

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  Nordic Recreational  Master clinic: Jan 17th Skate Next The Nordic Masters Rec Program worked on classic Nordic ski fundamentals on Jan 3rd, including longer glide, diagonal stride, climbing short hills, strengthening the kick, keeping the head and vision high. Coaches Scott Horn and Cody Downard provided tips to refine everyone’s technique, with group exercises and personal attention. Next clinic will focus on Skate technique -Join us on Thursday, January 17th at 11am-12:30pm at Teton… Read More

3 Jan 2019 – Daily Trail Report

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Nordic Recreational  Master clinic: Join us this Thursday! After a good turnout on Dec 20th, the Nordic Masters Rec Program will focus on Classic cross-coutry ski technique. Even dedicated skate skiers will benefit from improving their classic technique, as well as those who simply prefer classic. Thursday Jan 3rd -11am-12:30pm at Teton Pines Nordic Center. Come a few minutes early to sign in upstairs in the Nordic Center shop. If this is your first clinic, bring payment (cash… Read More