JHStyle Summer 2013

Jackson Hole & the Teton Lifestyle

SUMMER/FALL 2013 | PREMIERE ISSUE

SKIS TO SADDLE

CRYSTAL WRIGHT AT HOME IN JACKSON HOLE

The art of...

12
345

67

. . . C reating your lifestyle.

8 9 10

1) Indian Springs Ranch 6) Sophisticated Mountain Urban Living
Incredible home |7 Bedrooms | 7 Fireplace | Gated Community | 289 acres Offering an unbeatable combination of Luxury Living, In Town Convenience,
open space | Trail systems | Equestrian Center/ Swimming Pool | Tennis Court: and “LEED Silver” certification, defining Mountain Urban Living in Jackson Hole.
Price Upon request $1,245,000

2) Greene & Greene | The Legacy 7) Stunning Anglers Cabin
This architecture masterpiece Indian Springs home is a tribute to Greene Just off the Buffalo Fork river resides this custom built Fishing Cabin on
and Greene architecture and the Arts and Crafts movement. Meticulous 6.75 acres in a natural setting with views of the Grand Teton & Mt Moran,
craftsmanship, $7,250,000 boarders Forest. $1,195,000

3) Grand View Estates 8) Solitude on The Snake River
Striking views of the Grand Tetons, magical setting, individual pond, mature Tremendous privacy on the Snake River, beneath the Grand Teton Mountain
landscaping, Prices starting at $845,000 range, over 5,000 sq ft living space designed to bring the outdoors in. $4,450,000

4) Jackson Hole Golf & Tennis 9) The NeVille Group
Craftsmanship defines this exquisite JHG&T home. Enchanting and situated on David A. NeVille, Associate Broker, Susan NeVille, Shawn M. Asbell, Sales
a gorgeous landscaped parcel on the 2nd Fairway, $2,800,000 Associate, Douglas Howard, Associate Broker

5) 360 Degree Views | Gated Community 10) 35 Acres | Crescent H Ranch
A rare find in Jackson Hole! Indian Springs home site Grand Teton views, The guest cabin rests & awaits the main home in an awe inspiring 35 acre
privacy, and comfort all within minutes of Jackson, Wilson and Teton Village, setting with serene views of The Grand Tetons, Sleeping Indian and the
$2,495,000 Jackson Hole Valley, $4,650,000

The NeVille Group | 270 W. Pearl Ave., Suite 101, Jackson Hole, WY 83001
Jackson Hole Real Estate Associates — Christie’s International Real Estate

307.734.9949 | [email protected] | www.jhreassociates.com

Words from the Publisher Jackson Hole & the Teton Lifestyle

EXPLORING the Mountain LIFESTYLE—JHStyle Summer/Fall 2013 | Premiere iSSue

affords—ski instructor, Ski Squad program
director, alpine race coach, Telluride Syn-
chro Ski Team founding member, The Skier’s
Pocket Guides and publishing mountain life-
style magazines.

Thirty years ago I initiated my childhood The inaugural issue of JHStyle Magazine con- SkiS to Saddle
dream of living, working and playing in tinues my journey by exploring the unique
a ski resort town by becoming the Uni- character of Jackson through what ultimately CryStal Wright at home in JaCkSon hole
versity of Wyoming skier (snowboarders had makes a place special beyond its natural
not descended on us quite yet) representative environment, architecture or even a world-re- On the COVER
for Snow King Resort. At 20 years old, this nowned ski mountain—its people.
was one cool job that not only led to fun trips While doing this shoot with Crystal, I reflected
to “The Hole,” but also gave me a free ski The narrative of JHStyle delves into the extreme on the 20-plus years we have known each other.
pass to “The King.” Three decades and three nature of Jackson and its denizens through illu- It has been a privilege watching her grow up,
Colorado ski towns later, I’m back. minating accounts and photography of the likes and seeing Crystal excel as an athlete, entrepre-
of Exum Mountain Guides, the oldest guide ser- neur and community member. She embodies
My career path has always been geared vice in America, Crystal Wright, world extreme the active JH lifestyle like no other. Her experi-
around the ski mountain and the lifestyle it skiing and rodeo champion, and Bill Briggs, the ence in front of the camera made this shoot very
first skier to descend the Grand. easy, aside from the pre-dawn wake up.

A drive to reach new heights in Jackson, FRONT COVER PHOTO BY
though, is not reserved just for the extreme JONATHAN SELKOWITZ
athletes and cowboys, but the entrepreneurs,
philanthropists and community volunteers SELKOPHOTO.COM
who always go full throttle as well.
We hope JHStyle and the stories within
After a great day of skiing together, my fian- inspires each of you to continue to strive for
cée, Jill, smiled as she said, “It’s a different your own personal summits, wherever they
type of culture here. Reaching the summit may be.
is not so much the exception, but more the
norm.” I have found this to be true. –Jeff BUSH

www.SingletonYoDer.com David Yoder (307) 690.0555
Scott Singleton (307) 413.3474

4

JHStyleMagazine.com | Summer/Fall 2013

FROM SteepTOChic

A vogue exchange for the traditional mountain
accommodations, yet still uniquely Jackson Hole. Offering
sophisticated mountain contemporary and Soho style suites.

Guests are treated to a full fitness & wellness center,
boutique spa, and fine dining at our Prime Steakhouse & Bar

888-256-8182 | 160 W. Gill Ave
www.whitebuffaloclub.com

The TEAM KRISTAL KRISTEN LINDLEY BRIELLE MATT

Kristal RHODES CREATIVE DIRECTOR

A Colorado girl through and through, Kristal was born in Telluride, the small, box canyon mining town turned world class ski resort.
Her keen eye for design work led her to Tempe, Arizona, where she received a degree in Visual Communications. Being independent
and loving travel, Kristal decided to work for herself and founded Kristal Graphics in 2004. Her knowledge of marketing and design
aptitude has landed her numerous clients throughout the state. She has worked with Jeff Bush since 1999, as designer and creative
director for his many magazine endeavors.

Kristen POPE MANAGING EDITOR

Kristen made her way to Jackson Hole after attending graduate school in Northern California and working in Alaska’s Denali National
Park. She has worked in environmental education and conservation in Wyoming, California, Alaska and New England. When she isn’t
writing, editing or working in conservation, she enjoys traveling, hiking and backpacking.

Lindley RUST PHOTOGRAPHER & WRITER

Born and raised in Louisiana, Lindley received her BFA in Photography from Louisiana Tech University. A few years ago she relocated
to Jackson Hole to build upon her photography portfolio and pursue a life outdoors. Lindley is a photographer for Edge Imaging. In
her spare time she loves adventuring around the area and being involved in the community.

Brielle SCHAEFFER WRITER

Brielle moved to Jackson Hole to find adventures and write about them. An Alaska native, she grew up in Eagle River and worked at news-
papers in both Kenai and Valdez. She’s a graduate of Washington State University’s Murrow School of Communication. Brielle plays roller
derby in Jackson’s only all-female flat-track roller derby league and likes to check out live music.

Matt DEEHAN SALES

A New Englander who was looking for room to roam found it in Jackson. Matt Deehan, a city kid with a deep love for nature, often
finds himself rushing home after time spent out in what he calls his “backyahd” to catch Boston sports on the tube.

MEAGAN KASE SETH MORGAN PUBLISHER
Jeffrey C. Bush
Meagan MURTAGH WRITER & PHOTOGRAPHER
CREATIVE DIRECTOR
Originally a Midwest girl, Meagan first fell in love with the mountains while attending the University of Kristal Rhodes
Colorado in Boulder. Looking for the ultimate mountain town to move to after college, she knew she had to
be in Jackson Hole. When not selling real estate, Meagan writes, photographs and documents her mountain MANAGING EDITOR
lifestyle for the popular local blog, The Egg. Kristen Pope

Kase PAUL PHOTOGRAPHER & SALES ADVERTISING SALES
Matt Deehan
Growing up surrounded by the Wasatch mountains, Kase developed a passion for the outdoors early on.
Over the past six years, he has worked as a photographer throughout the Rocky Mountain West. He now CONTRIBUTING EDITORS
calls Jackson home and you might find him splitboarding, swing dancing or making a mess in his kitchen. Eileen Burns, K. Elise, Cindy Fusting

Seth HEETER PHOTOGRAPHER PHOTOGRAPHERS
Arnica Spring Photography, Andy Bardon,
Seth is a local photographer and guide who enjoys showing guests around the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem Brent Blue, Kali Collado, Aaron Davis, Jessie
with Jackson Hole Wildlife Safaris. Born in Wisconsin, he is now a Jackson Hole transplant who can be found Denny, Edge Imaging, Chris Figenshau, Mary
in one of the parks every day searching for wildlife and educating visitors. Grossman, Eric Helgoth, Evan Huggins, Gary
Hunt, Jeffrey Kaphan, Chis Leigh, Thomas D.
Morgan McGLASHON WRITER Mangelsen, Selko Photo, Jeff Porter, Shutterstock.
com, David Swift, Karissa Tuthill, Donna Wanser
A 2013 graduate of Jackson Hole Community School, Morgan is an avid outdoor athlete. She ski races at
the FIS level, mountaineers, rock climbs, waterskis, surfs, mountain bikes....anything that brings adventure. J.C. BUSH CREATIVE MEDIA, LLC
Morgan will be attending Middlebury College in Vermont in the fall. P.O. Box 1985 • Jackson, WY 83001

6 (307) 699-5190
P.O. Box 577 • Telluride, CO 81435
JHStyleMagazine.com | Summer/Fall 2013
(970) 728-3422
email: [email protected] | jhstylemagazine.com

Copyright© No part of this publication may be reproduced
without the written consent of the publishers. Copyright©
2013. As a contribution to this body of work, writing,
photography and illustrations will be reproduced in hard copy
form as well as posted on the worldwide web and is the full
property of the publisher. Writers, photographers and subjects
agree to indemnify and hold publishers harmless against any
expense or loss by reason of claims arising out of publications.
At the time of press, all material was considered up-to-date.

VERIFIED CIRCULATION
CIRCULATION REPORTS ARE AVAILABLE

Printed by Publication Printers, Inc.

Managing Jackson Hole’s Finest Homes since 1991

“P erhaps as important as the quality of service
is the manner in which it is delivered. Jeff is
an excellent communicator who always has

a smile and is eager to please his clients. my wife and i

have found Jeff to be completely trustworthy and we feel

fortunate to have him managing our property.”

Personal | trusted | security | tailored | ProFessional

“W e are pleased to offer a recommendation for an extremely reputable,
dependable, and trustworthy property manager, Jeff arnott. Whether
dealing with invited guests, relatives, or our immediate family members’
use of our Jackson vacation home, Jeff ensures the home is maintained in excellent
condition and showcased for the most discriminating owner. We rest comfortably at night
knowing that Jeff is attending to our home while we are many miles away.”

arnott management comPany

J e F F a r n ot t | 307.413.5963 | [email protected]

Jh

4 Words from the PublisherFontisModerne RickBlack

Exploring the Mountain Lifestyle

6 JHStyle

Meet The Team

JACKSON HOLE AND THE TETON LIFESTYLE

10 From Skis To Saddle
Crystal Wright At Home In Jackson Hole
Extreme Jackson
The Other Side Of Cowboy
14 Rodeo Jackson
The Spirit Of The Cowboy
Visitor’s Guidepost
Living On The Edge
18



20



INSPIRE

22 Exum Reaching Your Summit
26 Search & Rescue Jennifer Sparks
28 Old Bill’s Fun Run Spirit Of Community
34 More Than Dance Dancers’ Workshop
36 Global Connections InterConnections 21

HIGHSTYLE PROFILES

The CONTENTS 38 Bill Briggs
Mountains & Music
10 Kevin Getz
22 Years In The Pines Family
40 Jeff Arnott
A Personal Touch
Jeanette Woodling
”Moosie” Celebrates 63 Years In Jackson
41 Corie Rybak
Good Homes For Jackson Strays
Charlie Sands
49 Years In The River Business
42



43



44



14 22

IMAGES KARISSA TUTHILL,
SELKO PHOTO,
THOMAS D. MANGELSEN,
KALI COLLADO &
SHUTTERSTOCK.COM

8

JHStyleMagazine.com | Summer/Fall 2013

46 80 66

ADVENTURE ZONE

46 Tetons Equals Adventure
Seek, Explore, Discover
Responsibility On The River
Rendezvous River Sports
50 Teton Village & Jackson Hole Mountain Resort
Gateway To Grand Teton
Edge Imaging
Capturing Mountain Memories
52



56



DINE IN STYLE

58 The Handle Bar
Brings The Inside Out & The Outside In
Sean Wilson At The Rustic
Living The Mountain Lifestyle
60 The Calico
A Local’s Gathering Spot
Mangy Moose
A Visitor’s Treat
62



64



MUSIC IN THE MOUNTAINS

66 Downtown Digs
The Pink Garter Theatre
Music The “Hole” Summer
The Live Music Scene
68



JHSTYLE CATALOGUE

72 Kate Binger: dwelling Experience the wonder of nature through the lens
Modeled For Lifestyle of legendary photographer Thomas D. Mangelsen.
Ian McLennan: Grand Teton Gallery
Nourishment For The Soul 170 North Cache | Jackson, WY | 307-733-9752
74 Tom Matthews: Global Treasures 1/2 block north of the town square | 888-238-0177
A Sensory Wonderland
Stephen Sullivan: Stio LIMITED EDITION & ARTIST PROOF PRINTS
Rebirth of Modern Mountain Clothing
76 Thomas D. Mangelsen: Images Of Nature BOOKS | CALENDARS | ART CARDS | www.mangelsen.com
The Wild Side Of Photography
9

78 JHStyleMagazine.com | Summer/Fall 2013



80

From SKIS
to the SADDLE

At Home In JACKSON HOLE

WORDS KRISTEN POPE | IMAGES SELKO PHOTO AND KARISSA TUTHILL

Steeps, powder and air time—
Crystal Wright descending into the
clouds at the top of “Twice as Nice”
on Cody Peak. Top right insets:
Going big on No Name Peak and
competing at Jackson Hole Rodeo.
Bottom right: Crystal with her
horse Katie.

10

JHStyleMagazine.com | Summer/Fall 2013

Whether hurling herself off giant cliffs on skis or racing her horse around barrels, Crystal Wright is
at home in Jackson Hole. A professional big mountain skier in the winter, rodeo competitor in the
summer, gym owner and businesswoman year-round, Wright is a woman of constant action.

Born and raised in the valley, her family lived “The two sports have a lot in common –
on the Big Sandy Ranch in Pinedale, at the the mental aspect and the competition side and
base of the Wind River Range, every May
through November until she was 19 years the whole adrenaline rush.”
old. Located two hours from Jackson, the
ranch her parents managed had no electric- 11
ity but gave Wright an early start with roping
and riding, showing horses and barrel racing. JHStyleMagazine.com | Summer/Fall 2013

Growing up, she spent a lot of time caring
for horses and other animals, working on cor-
rals and fences, working with hay and taking
guests out horseback riding and mountain
biking. During this time, Wright became
involved in rodeo, showing horses and 4-H.
Her younger sister Autumn, who now lives in
Cheyenne, also rodeos. Wright competes in
barrel racing and breakaway roping.

“I like that I can do rodeo until I’m 60 or 70
or 80,” Wright said.

While she was able to experience two idyllic
locations during her childhood, Wright also
had the stress of switching schools every
year, beginning the year in Pinedale and
then transferring to Jackson for the rest of
the school year. As a teenager, switching
between two schools and competing in two
very different sports was challenging.

“The people are a lot different and I don’t fit
in with either group but I get along with both
groups,” Wright said. “I had good friends >>

but it was a different life. I would hang out At age nine, Wright started ski racing with the On this day, Crystal had already
at rodeos and come back and be with the ski Jackson Hole Ski Club. At 15, she began trav- guided five whitewater rafting trips,
girls. High school was hard.” eling with the Western Region Elite Ski Team worked with two personal training
and then the U.S. Ski Team. clients, went for a mountain bike
She began college at CU Boulder but trans- ride and then competed in the
ferred to Montana State after a year, finding In both 2012 and 2009 Wright earned the roping and barrels events at the
Boulder too big and lacking a rodeo option. title of Freeskiing World Tour Champion as rodeo. After winning one event, she
At Montana State, she earned a degree in well as the U.S. Freeskiing Tour Champion hurried home to prepare for a big
Health Promotion and competed in college in 2008. day of climbing in the Tetons the
rodeo and NCAA ski racing. next morning. Quite the all round
However, only eight months before the athlete and ultra-western woman!
“The two sports have a lot in common – the 2013 Freeskiing World Tour, Wright
mental aspect and the competition side and couldn’t walk at all. In May of 2012, she
the whole adrenaline rush,” Wright said. broke her tibia and fibula in a mountain
biking accident and had a rod surgically
She started skiing at the age of two on wooden implanted.
skis down her family’s driveway. Her parents,
came to Jackson as “ski bums” in the 1970s. “It was a tough road,” Wright said. “At first, I
Her mother works as a ski patroller. couldn’t even imagine walking.”

12

JHStyleMagazine.com | Summer/Fall 2013

In the fall of 2012, she also required unre- “I want to continue
lated shoulder surgery. Despite her injuries, to push myself and to
she placed sixth overall in the Women’s Ski-
ing division of the 2013 Freewide World Tour. become a better
endurance athlete.”
“I want to continue to push myself and to
become a better endurance athlete,” Wright Wright climbing up a couloir in
said. “I love mountains and glacier skiing. I Portillo, Chile. She is paralleling
love skiing super lines and being explosive. I the tracks of a viscacha, a large
really want to push myself.” rabbit-like creature with a long tail,
that has just bounded up the hill in
Along with pushing herself, she inspires front of her.
and encourages other women to accom-
plish their dreams. Wright is co-founder 13
of the Jackson Hole Babe Force, a group
of women dedicated to getting out and JHStyleMagazine.com | Summer/Fall 2013
enjoying the mountains and inspiring
other women. The group is modeled after
the Jackson Hole Air Force, a mainly male
group that was instrumental in opening up
Jackson Hole Mountain Resort’s backcoun-
try for skiing. The Babe Force’s motto is
“strong, sexy, soulful”.

“There are lots of women trying to ski our
mountain and rip Jackson,” Wright said.
“We’re feisty here. Women can feel inspired
by it and meet a friend and be able to go with
another female.”

Encouraging and inspiring other athletes is
very important to Wright. Last December,
she opened her own gym, Wright Training,
located just south of town.

“We see every demographic, from people
who haven’t worked out in 20 years to bad
ass climbers and skiers,” Wright said. “We
want to help them meet their goals and give
them confidence.”

Wright Training offers personal training and
classes as well as base fitness, sport-specific
training and performance, with an emphasis
on injury prevention.

No matter how much time she spends in
the gym, Wright is most at home in the
mountains.

“I’ve always loved being in and on top of
mountains,” Wright said. “I love the Tetons.
There are lots of other beautiful places to ski
but nothing like them. I like the Wyoming
mountain culture. Everybody shows the same
passion and enjoys the beauty of skiing, rid-
ing or climbing.” n

EXTREME Jackson
The OTHER SIDE of COWBOY
WORDS KRISTEN POPE | IMAGES SHUTTERSTOCK.COM AND JACKSON HOLE MOUNTAIN RESORT

14

JHStyleMagazine.com | Summer/Fall 2013

Jackson’s residents embrace a
challenge and are always eager to “get after it,”

as the locals say.

Jackson Hole is a land of extremes. From its Western cowboy
heritage to its modern day extreme athletes, Jackson’s inhabitants
have always pushed the limits. Whether freeskiiers like Crystal
Wright are hurling themselves off cliffs or bullriders are clinging to a
raging bull with one hand, Jackson residents are anything but tame.
This isn’t surprising in a land where temperatures reach the -40s
and an average winter brings 450 inches of snow to the mountains.
Jackson’s residents embrace a challenge and are always eager to “get
after it,” as the locals say.

GRAND TETON’S “FASTEST KNOWN TIME”

The Grand Teton presents challenge after challenge for local mountaineers. From Bill Briggs’
historic first ski decent to the race for the “Fastest Known Time” to the peak, the jagged hunk
of rock known as the Grand enthralls the imagination and inspires people to push their limits.
On August 22, 2012, Andy Anderson, a climbing ranger in Rocky Mountain National Park,
ran the Owen-Spalding route from the Lupine Meadows Trailhead to the top of the Grand (and
back) in two hours, 53 minutes and two seconds. He beat the 10-day-old record of Spain’s
Kilian Jornet by 59 seconds. Jornet caused controversy when he allegedly took shortcuts along
the trail to break Bryce Thatcher’s 29-year-old record of three hours, six minutes.

THE GRAND TRAVERSE

The Grand Traverse is a supreme Teton mountaineering achievement. With an elevation gain
of 12,000 feet, this 14 mile route is no walk in the park. The route links the mountains of
Teewinot, Owen, Grand Teton, Middle Teton, South Teton, Cloudveil Dome and Nez Perce. In
the summer of 2000, Rolando Garibotti completed the route in six hours and 49 minutes.
In the winter of 2004, two two-man teams set out for the winter record. Mark Newcomb and
Stephen Koch completed the journey in three days and Hans Johnstone and Renny Jackson
finished one day later.

JACKSON HOLE MARATHON

The third annual Jackson Hole Marathon is scheduled for Sunday, September 22. The race
starts near the Town Square, runs by the National Elk Refuge, the Snow King ski hill and
uses the community pathway system when possible as it winds over to Wilson and towards
the Teton Village finish line. This “cup free” green event requires runners to bring their own
water bottle or hydration system in order to reduce the environmental impact of the race.
Aid stations offer beverages but no cups. Participants can compete in a full marathon, a half
marathon or a two to four runner relay. >>

15

JHStyleMagazine.com | Summer/Fall 2013

DOWNHILL MOUNTAIN BIKING

Anyone can ride a bike but some downhill mountain bikers step it up to the next level with
bone-jarring, teeth-rattling downhill routes. Jackson Hole’s mountain biking community is
neither tame nor faint-hearted. Beginning and intermediate bikers can head to Teton Village
for lift-accessed and mellower rides while advanced riders can head up to Teton Pass for
adrenaline-packed action including technical riding and gap jumps.

LOTOJA

The LoToJa bicycle race, the longest one-day USAC-sanctioned race in the U.S., covers 206
miles and passes through three states in one day. The route features three mountain passes
and travels through Utah, Idaho and Wyoming, concluding at Teton Village. This year’s race
is on Saturday, September 7, the 31st year of the race.

POLE PEDAL PADDLE

Each spring the Jackson Hole Ski & Snowboard Club hosts this four-event competition where
teams and individuals ski a 3,500-foot vertical, three-mile-long giant slalom, nordic ski
approximately three miles, road bike 19.8 miles and then paddle eight miles down the Snake
River. Many contestants dress in costumes for this festive Jackson Hole rite of spring.

16

JHStyleMagazine.com | Summer/Fall 2013

Jackson Hole is a land of extremes. TOUGH TOWNER
From its Western cowboy heritage to its
modern day extreme athletes, Jackson’s inhabitants Billed as the “ultimate community obstacle
course,” Jackson will see two Tough Towner
have always pushed the limits. events in 2013 – the first on Mother’s Day
and the second on October 12. Participants
run straight up Snow King, get soaked by
the snow making machines, slink through
sand and mud, scale a slimy six-foot wall,
run through tires, complete the “mega-clas-
sic of all jungle-gym challenges” and con-
quer many more obstacles on their path to
Tough Towner glory.

WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP
SNOWMOBILE HILL CLIMB

Every March, snowmobile racers vie to be the
“King of the King” as competitors race their
snowmobiles 1,500 vertical feet up Snow
King’s steepest slope. The four-day event
draws over 300 racers and 10,000 specta-
tors each year. Not all competitors make it
to the top – YouTube is packed with videos
of spectacular tumbles and crashes. Nets
are set up to intercept wayward snowmobiles
before they fall into the crowds below.

U.S. SKI MOUNTAINEERING
NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS

Each January, Jackson Hole Mountain
Resort hosts the U.S. Ski Mountaineering
National Championships. In this competi-
tion, racers hike and climb up the mountain
then ski back down, repeating this along a
route that ascends a total of 8,000 vertical
feet. Top competitors can finish the route in
two and a half hours. If once isn’t enough,
many competitors head over the hill the
next day to compete in the Grand Targhee
Ski Mountaineering Classic. n

17

JHStyleMagazine.com | Summer/Fall 2013

“We’re brothers out there more RODEO
than competitors.”
The SPIRIT of the COWBOY

WORDS KRISTEN POPE | IMAGES GARY HUNT & JEFFREY KAPHAN

In 1890, Sylvester Wilson led five families over Teton Pass and into Jackson Hole. Shuttling the six
wagons over Teton Pass two at a time, the settlers used three teams of horses to pull each wagon over the
pass. The process took two weeks. The town of Wilson, at the base of Teton Pass, is named for the family.

Six generations later, the Wilson family still Chairman. He also spends his time working Wilson, said. “We’re brothers out there more
makes Jackson Hole their home and has with the Wyoming Cowboy Church. than competitors.”
contributed to the character and spirit of
the community by running the Jackson Hole All members of the Wilson family work Sportsmanship and teamwork are essential
Rodeo, which is a three generation family together to put on the rodeo and everyone to rodeo. Brandon Wilson calls it “the spirit
tradition. has a job, whether it is caring for stock or of the cowboy,” saying, “It’s not one of those
running the concession stand. The family sports when you’re out there and you hate
Rodeo in Jackson began when dude ranch enjoys their togetherness. the guy who’s doing good. You want him to
guests sought out entertainment in an era ride as good as he can. You’re competing
without television or radio. “We probably have meals together more than against an animal and everyone tries hard to
any family does because we work together,” make sure everyone has a fair chance. They
“Entertainment for the guests of Jackson is Philip Wilson said. “We all say the blessing don’t try to take advantage of someone. You
where it started and that is how it continues over the food together. We’re all together. don’t want to win cheap.”
today,” Philip Wilson, great-grandson of Syl- We’re blessed to be able to have the family all
vester Wilson, said. “We let them know this together doing things that they all like to do.” The 2013 rodeo season runs from May
is part of the culture that we came from and 25-August 31 at the Teton County Fair-
that we live with today.” The family atmosphere goes beyond blood rel- grounds on Snow King Avenue. The rodeo
atives and extends to all rodeo participants. runs rain or shine, the Jackson Hole Rodeo
Philip served as director of the Wyoming website proudly proclaiming, “You won’t find
High School Rodeo Association for 12 years “It’s a close knit family atmosphere,” Bran- any rain delays here, we’re cowboys, no mat-
and served for five years as President and don Wilson, great-great-grandson of Sylvester ter what the weather, we get the job done.”

18

JHStyleMagazine.com | Summer/Fall 2013

Rodeo EVENTS

BRONC RIDING:
Saddled or bareback, a rider attempts
to stay on a bronco. This event was
originally a competition in horse
breaking skills. It has evolved to be a
more stylized competition.

BAREBACK BRONC RIDING:
Cowboys ride a bucking horse with one
hand only while leaning back with their
spurs over the point on the horse’s
shoulders on the first jump when they
come out of the chute and touch the
horse on every jump. In order for the
ride to be scored, riders must stay on
the horse with the proper technique
for eight seconds. Riders are judged
for their spurring technique and con-
trol while horses are also judged on
power, speed and agility with these
two scores added for a total score.

BULL RIDING:
Known as “the most dangerous eight
seconds in sport,” riders get on a large
bull and attempt to stay on for eight
seconds, only touching the bull with one
hand. Bullfighters (a.k.a. rodeo clowns)
stay near to offer assistance if necessary.

BARREL RACING:
Racing as fast as they can, riders
attempt a clover-leaf pattern around
three barrels set in a triangle shape. At
the collegiate and professional levels,
this is mainly a women’s event.

CALF ROPING:
Riders race to throw a lariat around a
calf’s neck, dismount from the horse
and tie three of the calf’s legs together.

BREAKAWAY ROPING:
A mounted rider throws a rope around
a calf’s neck and the time is called
when the string connecting it to the
horse’s saddle horn breaks.

TEAM ROPING:
Two mounted riders rope a steer. One
ropes the front of the animal, typically
the horns, and another ropes the hind
feet. This is the only event where men
and women compete together at the
professional level. n

Visitor’s Guidepost Facts & Statistics

LIVINGEoDnGthEe • Time zone: ...........MST UTC-7 (Summer MDT UTC-6)
WORDS KRISTEN POPE | IMAGES SHUTTERSTOCK.COM • Teton County seat: ...................................... Jackson
• L argest town in Teton County: ...................... Jackson
Jackson has always been an edgy place. With winter temperatures that • Jackson’s 2010 year-round population: ............9,577
plunge past 40 below and nearly 40 feet of mountain snow, there’s some- • Teton County’s 2010 year-round population: ...21,294
thing a little different about this place and its inhabitants. From the cow- • Winter population increase: ...........................+5,000
boy way of life to the supercharged extreme athletes to the animals that live • Summer population increase: ......................+52,000
here, Jackson is extreme. • Zip codes: ................83001, 83002, 83014, 83025
• Elevation in town of Jackson:......................... 6,237’
This premiere issue of JHStyle is devoted to the JH lifestyle and the people that • Elevation in Jackson Hole Valley: ..........6,069-6,779’
make this special place home. • Grand Teton’s height: ..................................13,770’
• Length of Jackson Hole Valley: .................... 48 miles
From pushing the limits of human possibility with Bill Briggs’ “impossible” • Width of Jackson Hole Valley: ................... 8-15 miles
1971 first ski descent of the Grand Teton to pushing the limits of compassion • Year Snow King Ski Area, Wyoming’s
by adopting from the Jackson Animal Shelter, this is a special place to be.
first ski area, opened: ......................................1939
Settled by pioneers in horse-drawn wagons who struggled to make it over Teton • Year Jackson Hole Mountain Resort opened: ......1966
Pass, Jackson is the land of people who don’t quit, people who push the limits • Jackson Hole Mountain Resort vertical drop: ....4,139’
and burn the candle at both ends. • Year Yellowstone National Park established: .......1872
• Year Grand Teton National Park established: ......1929
It’s also the land where there is time to bring new neighbors a pot of elk chili, • Annual visitation in Grand Teton: ..............3-4 million
as Jeffrey Hileman learned when he moved his family here to work as Executive • Most valuable industry: .................................Tourism
Chef at The Handle Bar. And when you slide off an icy road, someone with a • Percentage of Teton County publicly owned: .......97%
“Live to ski” bumper sticker will stop to lend a hand. • Area of Bridger-Teton National Forest: .....3.4mil acres
• Number of feature films shot in Jackson Hole: .....15+
There isn’t one reason that 9,500 year-round residents brave the -40 tempera- • Mammal species in Jackson Hole/Yellowstone: .....60+
tures to make this land their home. There are a lot of them. • Bird species in Jackson Hole/Yellowstone: .........100+
• Active thermal features in Yellowstone: ..........10,000
With a unique blend of mountain culture and hard-charging, ripping • Climate: ............humid continental (almost subarctic)
mountain town vitality, Jackson is a place for movers and strivers.
Rustic Lounge Bar and Restaurant Manager Sean Wilson puts it WEATHER
best: “Jackson is superlative in so many ways.” n
Summer (July/Aug) Average High: 78 / Average Low: 40
Spring/Fall: Average High: 68 / Average Low: 30
Winter: Average 0-30
Record high: 97
Record low: -46

USEFUL PHONE NUMBERS

Area code (307)
Emergency ..........................................................911
Road Conditions ............................. 1.888.WYO.ROAD
Central Reservations ............................888.733.1093
Jackson Hole Mountain Resort .....................733.2292
START Bus ................................................733.4521
Hospital .....................................................733.3636
Airport .......................................................733.7682
Jackson Police ...........................................733.1430
Teton County Sheriff ...................................733.4052
Grand Targhee ............................................353.2300
Snow King .................................................733.5200
Grand Teton National Park ...........................739.3300
Yellowstone National Park ............................344.7381
Bridger-Teton National Forest .......................739.5500
Jackson Chamber of Commerce ....................733.3316

20

JHStyleMagazine.com | Summer/Fall 2013

Capture your mountain memories today! edgeimagingphoto.com

307.733.4311

edge

IMAGING

edge

IMAGING

Jackson Hole Mountain Resort • Bridger Building/Jackson Hole Sports • Base of Snow King Mountain/Alpine Slide • Town of Jackson

Immerse yourself in the peaceful pursuit of trout

225 W. BroadWay, Jackson, Wy • (307) 690-0910 • grandtetonflyfishing.com 21

JHStyleMagazine.com | Summer/Fall 2013

Inspire

“I had a misconception that since I was a
strong skier, hiker and climber that

mountaineering would be a piece of cake, but
after just one hour, I realized I couldn’t have

been more wrong.”

22

JHStyleMagazine.com | Summer/Fall 2013

EXUM

Reaching Your SUMMIT

WORDS MORGAN McGLASHON | IMAGES ANDY BARDON

Ilaugh out loud as the large Ford F150 bounces down the dirt road to
the Death Canyon trailhead. In addition to the seven people squeezed
into the cab, there are another 10 people sitting in the bed of the truck
amongst 20 packs with skis, boots and poles. A couple more are hanging
off the back while I see another darting through the forest, racing the
truck to our starting point.

The truck pulled up to the trailhead and we hopped out. Already, my excitement for the day
was mounting. We checked transceivers, packed our packs and set out hiking in tennis shoes
up the muddy Death Canyon trail towards Phelps Lake.

I knew the trail well. In the summer it is the easy go-to activity to hike to Phelps and jump off
the rocks into the lake. So I thought, okay, I know this trail. I can do this. However, we only
made it about a quarter of a mile before veering off the trail and heading essentially straight
up the mountain in front of us. It was slippery mud amongst a ton of sagebrush on what felt
like a 90 degree slope and every time I leaned forward for traction, my skis knocked me in the
head. As I looked towards the top, I wondered how I would ever make it. To top it off, I was one
of two girls in a group of extremely fit 30-year-old men who, within 10 minutes of hiking, had
already soared in front of me.

Brenton Reagan, who had graciously invited me to take part in the Exum Live to Ski Camp
that day, assured me this would be the hardest part, but somehow I didn’t quite believe him.
Eventually, after what felt like hours of taking one step forward and two steps back through the
mud and bushes, we stopped to put on our ski boots, skis and skins.

I was thrilled for a break and a change of pace from the rigorous hiking until I realized, just
as I was getting to the snow where everyone was regrouping, that the majority of the pack had
already taken off skinning up the hill. I hadn’t even gotten my pack off to begin putting on my
boots. We were barely an hour into the day and I was already frustrated.

I had a misconception that since I was a strong skier, hiker and climber that mountaineering
would be a piece of cake, but after just one hour, I realized I couldn’t have been more wrong.
My perception of having an upper hand when it comes to the mountain lifestyle and outdoor
experience quickly went out the door with this new sport called mountaineering.

After falling over once or twice, I managed to switch from my muddy tennis shoes to my ski
boots on the side of the steep slope. I began skinning up what looked like, from that angle, a
mountain with no summit. >>

23

JHStyleMagazine.com | Summer/Fall 2013

Inspire

“The feeling of euphoria that comes with
summiting a mountain is simply irreplaceable.”

As we began skinning up the side of the By the time we switched from skins to boot Exum has something to offer everyone.
mountain, I became overwhelmingly hot in packing the last section in crampons, we had Whether a person has never seen snow or a
my ski clothes. My thoughts wrapped around reconnected with rest of the group in front mountain with summit higher than 1,000
this group of people who clearly had vastly of us. In a matter of minutes I learned how feet or whether someone has spent their
more experience, understanding and knowl- to properly hike in crampons and use an ice whole life in the mountains, Exum provides
edge in the Tetons and mountaineering than axe. Soon, we were all hooting and hollering opportunities for everyone to climb incred-
I did. My appreciation for Brenton’s invita- on the summit of Albright Peak. ible peaks with the reassurance that it will
tion to share in this great learning adventure happen safely.
began to settle in. The feeling of euphoria that comes with
summiting a mountain is simply irreplace- The trips, camps and other programs Exum
Brenton patiently followed me, while I barely able. Accomplishment, tied with the endor- offers are amongst the most elite climb-
managed to stay standing using kick turns phins being released and the surrounding ing and mountaineering experiences in the
every time we switched directions. The skin- astonishing beauty, is unbeatable. world. I have never meet people with such
ning was a bit easier than the hiking, but a deep and profound appreciation for the
I was still slow, hot and afraid that I might Since 1925, Exum Mountain Guides has mountains, and for sharing that knowledge
be holding the group up, especially on one made it possible for tens of thousands of peo- with anyone willing to learn, than the Exum
particularly hard kick turn when I slipped, ple from around the world to have this summit guides.
landed on my face, slid down the hill and experience. With over 50 extremely qualified
had to be helped back up. and passionate guides, Exum leads trips up Thank you Exum,
every mountain in the Tetons and surrounding Morgan McGlashon n
Eventually, we reached a nook in the moun- areas for anyone ages 10 and up.
tain where, for the first time since beginning
our trek, I could see the summit. Suddenly,
the frustration seemed to flow from my head
down and out through my toes as I was sim-
ply awestruck. After what felt like hours of
drudging aimlessly upwards, the top seemed
within a reasonable distance. Showing crys-
tal clear against the crisp blue sky, it looked
just ready to be climbed and my exaspera-
tion was replaced with motivation.

“That’s called summit fever,” Brenton told
me. As soon as it seemed plausible I might
actually make it to the top of Albright Peak,
I wanted it. I had never wanted to make it to
the top of something so badly and I picked
up the pace.

24

JHStyleMagazine.com | Summer/Fall 2013

Ski • Hike • Bike • Paddle • FiSH • SnowBoard • CamP • BaCkPaCk • Ski Dangerous Toys BaCkPaCk • Ski • Hike • Bike • Paddle • FiSH • SnowBoard • CamP • BaCkPaCk
for Big Boys

The finest kitchen cutlery, custom
hunting and pocket knives, hand forged
tomahawks and axes, lassos, slingshots,

giant elk mount and more...

The Corner of Center and Deloney St
On the Jackson Town Square

307-733-4193

Newwestknifeworks.com

• Hike • Bike • Paddle • FiSH • SnowBoard • CamP • BaCkPaCk • Ski • Hike • Bike • Paddle • FiSH • SnowBoard • CamP •

New andforcoanlsl iygonumrenatdgveenatrures

Headwall Recycle Sports: 520 South Highway 89, k-mart Plaza • Jackson, wY 83001 • 301-734-8022 • www.Headwallsports.com 25

JHStyleMagazine.com | Summer/Fall 2013

Inspire

SEARCHTeton County SHERIFF’S OFFICE

and

RESCUE
JENNIFER Sparks
WORDS KRISTEN POPE
IMAGES CHRIS LEIGH AND ERIC HELGOTH

It could be twenty degrees below zero and of calls they receive varies but, on average,
blowing snow but when search and rescue Sparks personally responds to three or four
volunteer Jennifer Sparks' pager goes off, calls a month.
she heads to the Incident Command Post.
Volunteers join SAR for a variety of reasons.
Teton County Sheriff's Office Search and Three team members (not including Sparks)
Rescue volunteers are on call 24 hours a day joined after being rescued by the team them-
to respond to a wide range of emergencies selves. Sparks joined in 1998, wanting to
including lost and injured hikers, skiers and contribute to the community.
other outdoor adventurers in trouble, as well
as cars off the road and even downed aircraft. “I come from a family of volunteers,” Sparks
said. “I felt like I needed to give back to the
Volunteers devote many hours each month to community.”
training and rescues. The team has all-day
trainings once a month in addition to evening Her own family is also very supportive of her
trainings and other meetings. The number search and rescue work.

26

JHStyleMagazine.com | Summer/Fall 2013

“My husband is really supportive,” Sparks Kayak
said. “He is the first one to run around and get Canoe
gear, food and water in the car.” SUP
Raft
Their 7-year-old daughter Beatrix also gets in Rentals
on the action from time to time. Tours
Lessons
“She's come on a few rescues,” Sparks said. and more...
“If my husband is gone and I get a page out,
Beatrix and I bring food. She goes to school 945 W Broadway Jackson, Wy
and says she went on a rescue this weekend 307-733-2471
with mom.” 27

While many team mem- “We have each JHStyleMagazine.com | Summer/Fall 2013
bers enjoy the opportunity others’ backs out in the
to go out into the field on field and have to trust
a rescue, everyone on the
team knows that the non- one another.”
field tasks associated with
a rescue, including logis-
tics, communications and
providing food, are just as
important.

“Every role on a rescue is
significant,” Sparks said.
“There is no room for egos
on the team. We check
any attitude at the door
when we head out. We have each others' backs
out in the field and have to trust one another.”

She emphasizes how SAR volunteers are com-
munity members with normal lives who simply
return to their daily activities and routine after
a rescue is complete.

“We're a humble group,” Sparks said. “We're
at work, get called to a rescue, then we go
back to work. We're regular people.” n

Inspire

CThOe SMPIMRITUoNf tIhTYe
OLD BILL’S Fun Run for CHARITIES
WORDS K. ELISE | IMAGES COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF JACKSON HOLE

Seventeen years ago, an anonymous couple known as “Mr. and Mrs. Old Bill”
envisioned an event that would bring the Jackson Hole community together and
encourage all residents and visitors to participate in philanthropy. The couple
created Old Bill’s Fun Run for Charities, which is coordinated by the Community
Foundation of Jackson Hole.

28

JHStyleMagazine.com | Summer/Fall 2013

Old Bill’s Fun Run makes it easy for people to Each year, the anonymous “Mr. and Mrs. Old and other Co-Challengers matched with
donate to over 200 local nonprofits. Donors Bill” donate the first $500,000 to the event $2.3 million for an all-time high of $8.3
just fill out a simple form and make one dona- and then the “Co-Challengers” contribute million donated to local nonprofits through
tion in any amount which will be distributed between $25,000-100,000 in additional the event.
among the eligible organizations they select. matching funds. Nonprofits then raise money
In 2012, almost 3,000 separate donors con- from donors and the Foundation determines “Old Bill’s only exists because of the enthu-
tributed to causes in Teton County. Fire/EMS a “match percentage” and distributes the siasm and collaboration of the entire com-
received the greatest number of donations in funds from Mr. and Mrs. Old Bill and the munity,” Conover said. “Mr. and Mrs. Old
2012 with gifts from 510 donors. Co-Challengers among nonprofits based on Bill’s original vision set a standard of self-
this percentage. The Foundation coordinates less philanthropy that is fundamental to the
“One out of every three households in Jack- the event, including: receiving and process- soul of the event, but it is the hundreds of
son Hole participates and celebrates our ing donations, soliciting Co-Challengers, participating organizations, the thousands of
nonprofit community through this amazing hosting and promotion. donors and attendees that give Old Bill’s its
event,” Katharine Conover, President of the spirit – a spirit that has been recognized and
Community Foundation of Jackson Hole, Over the past 16 years, the event has raised emulated across the nation. Mr. and Mrs. Old
said. “Because of Old Bill’s Fun Run, every- a total of nearly $91 million for local non- Bill provide the inspiration while the commu-
one in Jackson Hole is a philanthropist – profits. In 2012, nonprofits raised over nity provides the perspiration. It is Jackson
regardless of net worth.” $5.9 million which Mr. and Mrs. Old Bill Hole at its best, and everyone wins.” >>

29

JHStyleMagazine.com | Summer/Fall 2013

Inspire

On the day of the Fun Run, the Jackson Hole lars, but with its spirit – it makes us strive for
community comes together with their time, the very best version of ourselves.”
effort and money to celebrate the local nonprof-
its that make this community so special. Over In 2012, Old Bill’s Fun Run became the first
3,600 people turned out in 2012, running, event in Wyoming to receive Silver Certifi-
walking and wheeling in the annual event. cation, a green event certification, from the
Council for Responsible Sport. Sustainable
The day’s events include 5K and 10K com- features of the event included: free bus ser-
petitive races (where winners donate their vice, bike valet service, recycling and sustain-
“prize money” to local nonprofits), as well able food service items.

as a fun walk and a Diaper This year, the 17th annual Old Bill’s Fun Run
Derby. Nonprofit booths pro- for Charities will take place Saturday, Sep-
vide information and activi- tember 7 on the Jackson Town Square begin-
ties for kids. ning at 10 am.

“Over the past “Old Bill’s Fun Run has The 2013 Old Bill’s Fun Run donation period
16 years, the event has become a not-to-be-missed is July 4 – September 13 and anyone can
raised a total of nearly annual community celebra- donate to participating Teton County nonprofits
tion,” Conover said. “On through the Community Foundation of Jackson
$91 million.” that day, 3,600 people come Hole during that period. More information is
together to show our com- available at www.oldbills.org. n
mitment to each other and
Jackson Hole.”

Over 300 volunteers help to make the race
day a success, including helping with pre-reg-
istration, folding t-shirts, making breakfast,
setting up tables and taking photos.

“For the past 16 years, no single event has CThOe SMPIMRITUoNf tIhTYe
defined the spirit of Jackson Hole more vis-
ibly than Old Bill’s Fun Run,” Conover said.
“Old Bill’s challenges us not only with its dol-

30

JHStyleMagazine.com | Summer/Fall 2013

a boutique gift, furniture & design store

80 W. Broadway, Suite 104
[doors open on Glenwood Ave across from Trio Restaurant]

P.O. Box 4027 • Jackson, WY 83001

307-733-8582 • www.designedinteriorsjh.com • www.dwellingjh.com

Inspire

Spotlight

on NONPROFITS

WORDS K. ELISE
IMAGES COURTESY OF KRISTEN POPE, GAP! AND TETON RAPTOR CENTER

Top: 6th grade GAP! girls jump for
joy on top of High School Butte,
Middle: Teton Raptor Center Founder
Roger Smith with Ruby the Red-
tailed Hawk, Bottom: Teton Raptor
Center’s Owly the Great-horned Owl

32

JHStyleMagazine.com | Summer/Fall 2013

OLD BILL’S FUN RUN Photo by Flo McCall Creating, enhancing
for Charities Benefits & protecting
Many TETON COUNTY
NONPROFITS Including: the smiles of Jackson Hole

WYOMING WILDERNESS ASSOCIATION TETON
DENTAL ARTS
MISSION: “Protecting Wyoming’s wild public lands”
General Family Dentistry
The Wyoming Wilderness Association’s Jackson office works
on education, outreach and community engagement for issues Catherine M. Tebay, D.D.S.
impacting the Bridger-Teton National Forest. WWA’s goal is to
permanently protect local wild lands through permanent Wil- (307) 734-5665
derness designation.
Smith’s Plaza
Each year, WWA hosts several local outings to bring residents tetondentalarts.com
and visitors out to explore the wild places surrounding Jackson
Hole. This year, WWA is starting the Young Ambassadors for 33
Wilderness program to help develop leadership, wilderness and
communication skills in young people and to cultivate the next JHStyleMagazine.com | Summer/Fall 2013
generation of wilderness leaders.

GIRLS ACTIVELY PARTICIPATING!

MISSION: “GAP! promotes the well-being of adolescent girls
in Jackson Hole, Wyoming, through active participation in
self-discovery, community building and service to others.”

This free after-school program for middle school girls in Teton
County provides girls with a “fun, safe, empowering space” in
order to explore a variety of hands-on activities and expand
their horizons, strengthen their friendships, develop their tal-
ents and gain self-confidence under the supervision and guid-
ance of caring adults in order to prepare the girls to become
successful, happy, contributing members of society.

TETON RAPTOR CENTER

MISSION: “Teton Raptor Center is a nonprofit organization of
conservation biologists, educators, wildlife rehabilitators and
volunteers, working together to help birds of prey and promote
environmental health through veterinary care and rehabilita-
tion, educational programs and conservation research.”

Teton Raptor Center provides up-close, live raptor learning expe-
riences for students of all ages, leads conservation initiatives to
sustain healthy populations of birds of prey and raptor habitat
and provides veterinary care and rehabilitation to injured, ill and
orphaned birds of prey in an effort to return them to the wild. n

MOREInspire
Than
DANCE

On any given day, Dancers’ Workshop is a blur of movement. Adults move to Latin beats WORDS BRIELLE SCHAEFFER
in the Zumba fitness classes or learn moves in special hip hop dance sessions. Children IMAGES BRENT BLUE AND DAVID SWIFT
plié and grand jeté their way through courses and performances in the organization’s
youth program. Dancers’ Workshop also has a professional company, Contemporary Dance Wyo-
ming, that performs original work in town and does outreach around the state.

“We have a lot going on,” Dancers’ Work- dance throughout the U.S., Europe, Asia,

shop Artistic Director Babs Case said. Canada and South America.

Students perform in Snow White, one Started in 1971 in the Nora’s Fish Creek In Jackson, she began Contemporary Dance
of DW’s annual Holiday Productions Inn building in Wilson, the nonprofit organi- Wyoming. Many of the company’s members
zation has evolved over the years to include teach classes through the workshop and help
34 a professional company, adult dance and do outreach 22 weeks per year around the
fitness workshops, a youth program and five state. The organization also hosts residencies
JHStyleMagazine.com | Summer/Fall 2013 studios at the Center for the Arts. Dancers’ for dance companies like the New York City
Workshop reaches 500 students and brings Ballet and Gallim Dance, with performances,
dance opportunities to 20,000 people in open rehearsals and classes.
Wyoming, its website says.
While Dancers’ Workshop focuses on move-
Case took the helm in 1999, after perform- ment, Case sees it more broadly as an arts
ing, choreographing, and teaching modern organization and tries to make the format as

BABS CASE

multi-disciplinary as possible with many collabo-
rations including visual artists and authors.

“As a painter, visual artist and dancer I
believe they all support each other and they
are all very interwoven,” Case said.

Because Jackson is such a small town, Dancers’
Workshop has become a meeting place for the
community.

“As a painter, “It’s a place where people meet each
visual artist and other and get to know each other and
dancer I believe continue to learn,” Case said. “The
they all support arts affect our quality of life and the
each other and economic development of our com-
munity. We transform communities
are all very and provide laughter, inspiration and
interwoven.” enrichment.”

Dancers’ Workshop is not just for
dancers - it’s for everyone. Visitors
and residents can drop in on any
adult fitness class, from Pilates to
ballet to salsa to tap for $16.

“People sometimes think it’s just an organiza-
tion for dance but we work so hard to create
access for people, for anyone to be involved,”
Case said.

The organization’s motto is “creating space for
artistic possibilities” and for Case that means so
much more than having the studio space itself.

“If you come in then that creates the artistic
space inside you for possibilities,” she said.

For more information, visit Dancers’ Work-
shop online at www.DWJH.org. n

35

JHStyleMagazine.com | Summer/Fall 2013

Inspire

InterConnections

21Fosters GLOBAL CONNECTIONS

WORDS KRISTEN POPE | IMAGES EVAN HUGGINS & MORGAN McGLASHON

36

JHStyleMagazine.com | Summer/Fall 2013

Each November, students brush up on Partners in Health Co-Founders Paul Farmer “We try to help people in this
their parliamentary procedure, put on and Ophelia Dahl, Former U.S. Ambassador to country become more aware of
their best clothes, and assemble in Jack- Egypt and Israel Daniel Kurtzer, former Sierra
son to practice diplomacy in the Teton County Leone child soldier Ishmael Baer and former issues around the world.”
Model United Nations Conference. Student “Lost Boy of Sudan” Valentino Achak Deng.
participants are assigned a country and work LIBRARY Bridges Gaps
as an ambassador representing that nation. Some students also attend the U.N. Student In GHANA
Students address each other in formal dip- Conference on Human Rights in New York
lomatic language, practice public speaking, City, which InterConnections 21 has co-spon- Last spring, students from Inter-
researching, teamwork, negotiation and using sored annually since 1999. Jordan Schreiber, Connections 21 spent two and a
Robert’s Rules of Order. Students join together a 2008 Jackson Hole High School graduate, half weeks building a library for
to craft resolutions and work to gain enough participated in the New York conference her kids in Cape Three Points at the south-
support from other delegates to pass their res- sophomore year. ernmost tip of Ghana.
olutions through the whole body.
“I grew up here in Jackson,” Schreiber said. The students worked to set up the
Representing a country that may hold differ- “That kind of exposure to the outside world library for Trinty Yard School, the local
ent views can be challenging when a student was not something I was able to get before. primary school and community mem-
does not personally share the cultural values The conference taught me a lot.” bers from nearby villages.
of a society.
After graduating, Schreiber studied Interna- “I thought the trip was really benefi-
“It’s a really important skill to hear other tional Relations, Political Science, Middle cial,” JHHS sophomore Reily Gibson
peoples’ perspectives, understand them and Eastern Studies and Arabic at the University said. “I have traveled a lot before but I
negotiate differences,” InterConnections 21 of the Pacific in Stockton, California She went have never been able to freely immerse
President and Founder Susan Rauch said. “We to Cairo, Egypt to spend a year abroad. How- myself in the culture and talk to kids my
hope they see the world as a bigger and more ever, the Egyptian revolution began within a own age. We were able to connect on a
complicated place than they might have before week of her arrival and she was soon evac- whole other level and it was really inter-
the conference.” uated by the U.S. State Department. That esting and not something you could just
semester was canceled but she was able to do on vacation with your family.”
Rauch founded the educational nonprofit return three months later.
in 1997 following her career working for the Reily hopes to go back to Ghana.
United Nations Educational, Scientific and “It was a great time to witness history,” Sch-
Cultural Organization (UNESCO) in Paris where reiber said. “It would be an amazing experience to
she focused on education programs in Africa. go back and see where all those kids
Global citizenship is a critical asset that Rauch have gone and how the library has come
“I thought the best way to promote change hopes InterConnections 21 will help foster. along,” Gibson said. “[InterConnections
in Africa was to come back and work on the 21] is an awesome organization for our
issues and try to help people in this country “The world is becoming increasingly interde- whole community and it really widens
become more aware of these issues around the pendent and increasingly competitive and I your whole view of the world.” n
world,” Rauch said. think to survive and be happy one is better off
if one is able to participate and be informed,” 37
InterConnections 21 provides students with Rauch said. “That is part of citizenship. I also
opportunities to participate in service projects feel some of the greatest pleasure I’ve had in JHStyleMagazine.com | Summer/Fall 2013
abroad as well as domestically and they also life has been from being engaged, understand-
host a wide variety of global speakers including ing and wrestling with different issues.” n

38

JHStyleMagazine.com | Summer/Fall 2013

BILL Briggs HighStyle Profile

MOUNTAINS and MUSIC in the TETONS

WORDS KRISTEN POPE | IMAGES LINDLEY RUST

Bill Briggs is not one to follow conven- His love of the outdoors led him to a life in These days, Briggs plays banjo at the Hoote-
tion. No one believed he could climb the mountains. nanny at Dornans on Monday nights. He also
the Grand Teton and ski back down – plays the Stagecoach Bar in Wilson on Sun-
he quickly proved the naysayers wrong. His “I determined in college that being a doctor day nights with his band, where attending is
family planned for him to be a doctor but was not for me,” Briggs said. “Everything in known as “Going to Church”. When he first
the call of the mountains lured him out west college trained you for a corporate environ- started playing the Stagecoach in the 1960s,
to embrace the mountain lifestyle and cul- ment and that was not going to suit me at it was a wild cowboy bar.
ture. He has spent decades climbing, skiing all. Growing up, I spent time out of doors
and inspiring others as a ski instructor and and was not particularly scholastic but my “We had cowboys fighting,” Briggs said.
ski school owner as well as making his own parents thought I was. My parents were very “We’d counteract the fight with music. It
unique brand of mountain music. convinced I would become a professional of would work – it would soothe the soul.”
some kind. Out of that I chose doctor and
When he became the first person to ski the they thought that was super. Being cooped Whether calming rowdy cowboys with his
Grand Teton in 1971, many people said the up in a hospital or in a doctor’s practice mountain music, performing epic ski descents
feat was simply not possible. was not for me. I was into climbing, ski- or teaching kids to ski, Briggs is truly a Jack-
ing and playing music. In college that was son icon. n
“I was interviewed before going up and it was not part of any program so I didn’t last long
like ‘we have this idiot who thinks he’s going there and instead took a course to be a ski
to ski the Grand’,” Briggs said. “I didn’t have instructor.”
any qualms about skiing it.”
Briggs eventually taught at Snow King and
Briggs, a mountain guide who had already
climbed the Grand Teton over 100 times ended up purchasing the Snow King ski
despite having a fused hip, found the biggest
challenge to be the trip up the mountain. school. Though he no longer owns the ski

“The hard part was getting on top,” Briggs school, he can still sometimes be found there
said. “Once I was on top it was the easy part.
Now all I had to do was ski.” training instructors at

The morning after he successfully skied the clinics. “I thoroughly enjoyed skiing
Grand, Briggs went to the airport to see if his
tracks were visible. When he saw them crys- In their early 20s, and being out of doors. I was
tal clear, he called Virginia Huidekoper at the
Jackson Hole News and Guide and invited her Briggs and friends charmed by the whole thing.
to come take a look. They went up in a plane traveled around west- It was delightful making tracks
and she took photographs of his tracks, includ- ern ski resorts, stop-
ing the iconic image seen on posters through-
out the world (including one that hangs in the ping to perform the in the snow.”
corner of the Virginian Restaurant where Briggs
enjoys breakfast many mornings). ski songs they wrote

Growing up in Maine, Briggs first put on a for rounds of beer. He
pair of his father’s long wooden skis at the
age of eight. learned to play the banjo while he was hitch-

“I thoroughly enjoyed skiing and being out of hiking around the west one summer, practic-
doors,” Briggs said. “I was charmed by the
whole thing. It was delightful making tracks ing while he waited for rides.
in the snow.”
When he first moved to Jackson, he worked
on the highway towards Moran. While work-
ing there, he discovered a good camping spot
under the bridge at Moose and invited some
friends out to play music. As word spread,
more and more people attended the “Teton
Tea Parties” where he brewed up a big batch
of “Teton Tea” which was tea mixed with
discount wine from Dornans. As the parties
became more popular, they moved to other
locations but still had difficulty accommodat-
ing the crowds.

39

JHStyleMagazine.com | Summer/Fall 2013

HighStyle Profile KEVIN Getz

22 YEARS in the PINES Family

WORDS KRISTEN POPE | IMAGES LINDLEY RUST

“It doesn’t seem like 22 years already,” Getz
said. “The Pines is like a family to me, the
owners, members and staff. The feeling I get
working here is very rewarding. The people
definitely make the club.”

Teton Pines is a great fit for Getz, who started
playing golf at the age of 13 and has been in
love with the sport ever since.

“I’m an addict,” Getz said. “I love playing the
game and watching the game. The Golf Chan-
nel is my favorite channel on TV.”

In addition to golf, the club offers year-round
tennis in a “pod” that covers three courts
as well as a seasonal swimming pool, cross
country ski center, fly fishing pond and the
Pines Restaurant. The club serves over 400
members.

In addition to enjoying his work at the Pines,
Getz also enjoys the opportunity to live in the
valley.

“I’ve learned to appreciate and enjoy every
day in Jackson Hole,” Getz said. “People
spend thousands of dollars to travel here on
a vacation basis. I couldn’t be happier to be
here 365 days a year. Jackson is an intercon-
nected, vibrant, wonderful, caring, generous
community.”

“I couldn’t be happier to be here Two weeks after Kevin Getz Getz’s wife Jane Carter owns Belle Cose and
365 days a year. Jackson is an graduated from college in Goodie 2 Shoes in town. They have a 3½-year-
interconnected, vibrant, wonderful, Pennsylvania, he arrived in old son, Jack.
caring, generous community.” Jackson in January, 1989. Lured by
the valley’s legendary skiing and an “I look at Jackson Hole as a community
invitation from his cousin, Ruth Ann first and a resort second and that’s not nec-
Petroff, now a member of the Wyo- essarily the case in a lot of resort-type ski
ming House of Representatives, he towns,” Getz said. “This is a phenomenal
decided to make Jackson his home. community with great friends and great
people from all over. People are passionate
Getz is now the General Manager of about the reasons they live here and some
Teton Pines Country Club, entering his 23rd are working two or three jobs and doing
year with the club. what they can to keep a foot in valley. I’m
very fortunate at the end of the day when I
drive home to be looking at the Tetons. Like
the Pines, Jackson Hole is such a special
and magical place.” n

40

JHStyleMagazine.com | Summer/Fall 2013

JEFF Arnott HighStyle Profile

A PERSONAL Touch

WORDS LINDLEY RUST | IMAGES J.C. MEDIA

In the early 1990s Jeff Arnott was a large
part of the “extreme skiing” movement.
Anyone rummaging through old ski memo-
rabilia just might find a vintage shot of Arnott
in Powder or Skiing magazines, dropping off
cliffs around Jackson Hole. These days, he is
most passionate about his two daughters, his
fiancée and serving his clients.

For over 22 years, Arnott has owned and run
Arnott Management Company, a luxury home
management business in Jackson Hole. He is
also very proud of the fact he was instrumen-
tal in recently changing Wyoming law and the
way the courts deal with situations where a
custodial parent wants to relocate with their
children. He has done it all but he won’t tell
you about it unless you ask.

Arnott’s success is a reflection of his skills
and modesty, not self-promotion. Arnott was
originally lured to Jackson in 1987 with the
promise of a job.

“I got a job offer doing dinner sleigh rides
out in the Village,” Arnott said. “I love skiing
Jackson and the guy said he’d give me a job
working nights and a ski pass to ski every day
and I’m like ‘Alright, I’ll be there’.”

Arnott, with his reputation for finesse on the he will oversee any project, large or small. “The proudest moment of my life was
slopes, soon landed a job as a representative His clients don’t have to worry about who to becoming a father—twice. My proudest
for Hart Skis as well. call in a pinch, all they need is his number achievement, by far, is changing Wyoming
and whatever it is they need he will take care law,” Jeff states with his natural warm
“I got hooked up with Bob Woodall and Wade of it. As one of his clients recently noted, smile. n
McKoy, local photographers and owners of “We are out of town for months
Focus Productions, and started going out and at a time and we always have
skiing with them,” Arnott said. “Pretty soon peace of mind knowing Jeff is
my picture started showing up in a few Pow- overseeing our property. Jeff is
der magazines. I guess that was one of those
‘right-place, right time’ things.” honest, dependable, very capa- “The proudest moment of my life
ble and always has a smile on was becoming a father—twice.”
These days, Arnott has toned down his pas-
sion for the ski and mountain life and finds his face.”
happiness concentrating on his family and
his business. Since 1991, his unique per- In every aspect of Arnott’s life,
sonal touch is what has kept his business whether it is the homes he man-
flourishing through word of mouth. Arnott ages or the family he loves, he is a caring and
not only prides himself on the day-to-day responsible man.
operations and upkeep of luxury properties,

41

JHStyleMagazine.com | Summer/Fall 2013

HighStyle Profile

JEANETTE Woodling

“MOOSIE” Celebrates 63 YEARS in Jackson Hole

WORDS LINDLEY RUST | IMAGES LINDLEY RUST

Moosie never minded being put to work. In
the summers, she worked the wood piles at
the lodge, and one day she wrote to the boss
asking if she could wear pants on the days
when she split wood. He never replied, but
“the next thing I know one of the park guys
came over and started splitting the wood,”
Moosie said. “That was the end of that.”

She worked at the Crandles gallery in Moran
during the summer of 1952, and at the end
of the summer she went to work for Skipper
Mapes at Snug Harbor, his beautiful log cabin
in Moose. She kept house for Skipper for 11
winters after that, working at Jackson Lake
Lodge in the summers.

Moosie first became an avid photographer
when she moved to Yellowstone. Her first
camera was a Kodak Brownie given to her by
her parents before relocating to the west, and
soon her brother brought a Voigtlander back
from Germany for her to take slides with.

Jeanette “Moosie” Woodling relocated “Skipper gave me some lessons on how to use
from Ohio to Yellowstone in the summer that,” Moosie said. “He did a lot of black and
of 1950 after being laid off from Good- white, so we turned the kitchen into a dark-
year at the end of World War II. She began her room and developed and printed our black
search for a new home by looking at National and white stuff.”
Geographic magazine and writing a letter to
every National Park mentioned. She acquired the moniker “Moosie” when work-
ing in Jackson Lake Lodge’s cafeteria. While
“Out of 58 letters, Yellowstone was the only she was the first one serving in the cafeteria
one to offer me a job,” Moosie said. line, Fred MacMurray, who was filming The
Far Horizons with Charlton Heston and Donna
It was a sunny May day when Moosie left Reed, came through the line wanting some of
what she was serving. The food was running low.
Ohio. As the train traveled farther west the MacMurray gave Moosie a wink, and she quickly
went through the double doors into the kitchen
snow got deeper and deeper. Ice to grab more food. A couple sitting in the corner
of the cafeteria saw her reaction, and said that
covered the train cars, and the she ran through there “like an old bull moose”
and she has had the nickname ever since.
“One of the first things I did train made multiple stops so rail-
was to send a telegram to my folks road employees could scrape the Moosie moved to the town of Jackson in 1963
ice from underneath the cars. and last year she celebrated her 90th birthday
soon after moving into River Rock Assisted
to have them send me a suitcase “You scratched the windows to Living. She is an enthusiastic bird watcher
of my snow clothes.” see out just a little bit,” Moosie and will beat almost any opponent at a game
of Scrabble. n
said. “Everybody was in summer

clothes. One of the first things I

did was to send a telegram to my folks to have

them send me a suitcase of my snow clothes.”

42
JHStyleMagazine.com | Summer/Fall 2013

HighStyle Profile

CORIE Rybak

Finding GOOD HOMES for JACKSON STRAYS

WORDS LINDLEY RUST | IMAGES LINDLEY RUST

Corie Rybak, manager of the Jackson/Teton
County Animal Shelter for over 15 years,
is determined to put herself out of a job.

“When I started, my goal was to put myself
out of work,” Rybak said. “You realize it’s
never gonna happen.”

However, she is getting closer to her goal. In
2012, residents adopted 86 dogs and 114
cats from the shelter and an additional 157
lost dogs were reclaimed by their owners. In
previous years, the shelter has often seen
twice as many animals.

“It was an unusually low year, number wise,”
Rybak said. “It really feels like spay and neu-
ter must be successful. Responsible pet own-
ership must be happening.”

Rybak first came to the area in the early ’80s
when she worked three consecutive summers
in Yellowstone. She earned an undergraduate
degree in Biological Science from the Univer-
sity of Vermont and a graduate degree in Public
Administration from the University of Wyoming.

“I fell in love with the west and couldn’t go
back east,” Rybak said.

She finds her position at the shelter a great
way to meld her love of animals and the area
with her studies.

“It is a wonderful fit and very fulfilling,”
Rybak said. “It feels so good when you match
the pets up with the right owner, and they
come back later and say ‘Oh, I just love this!’”

The shelter receives a significant amount of traveled to Africa and Patagonia “It feels so good when you match
their funding from Old Bill’s Fun Run each Sep- and has traveled extensively in the the pets up with the right owner,
tember. They also host the Home for the Holi- U.S., visiting all 50 states. and they come back later and say
days adoption event before Christmas and are
involved with the K-9 Carnival in September. ‘Oh, I just love this!’”

In her spare time Rybak pursues her love for “There are lots of great places 43
hiking, photography and travel. to see in the U.S.,” Rybak said.
“Sometimes we forget, because we JHStyleMagazine.com | Summer/Fall 2013
Last fall, she spent a month in Nepal and live here, that there’s so much to do
trekked to Everest Base Camp. She has also right here.” n

HighStyle Profile

CHARLIE Sands

Celebrates 49 YEARS in the RIVER BUSINESS

WORDS KRISTEN POPE | IMAGES LINDLEY RUST

In the summer of 1960, Charlie Sands hitch- This summer is Sands’ 49th year in the river
hiked from his home in New Hampshire out business. According to Sands, the biggest
to Indiana where he met a friend who joined change over the decades is the equipment
him on the journey out to Wyoming. When he which he says has improved greatly over the
arrived in Jackson, Sands got a job digging years. He looks forward to this season.
ditches at Jackson Lake Lodge for $2 an hour.
“I’m looking forward to it,” Sands said. “I
Soon after his arrival, he turned his atten- enjoy showing people a good time and making
tion towards the river. His friend John Simms a few bucks.”
heard of an opportunity to start a river busi-
ness and Sands drove him up to Flagg Ranch, In the summer, Sands still works every day,
near the southern entrance to Yellowstone though he doesn’t spend much time on the river.
National Park, to investigate. Sands walked
into Jackson State Bank and borrowed $600 “We hire excellent guides,” Sands said. “We
on a handshake, bought a raft and was soon enjoy giving good service to the guests. We
in the rafting business with Simms. take good care of people.”

In 1975, Sands bought out Simms’ share of In addition to his river business, Sands is also
the business and has been running Sands locally famous for his skiing. S&S Couloir at
Whitewater ever since. Jackson Hole Mountain Resort is named after
Sands and Simms.
“As tourism grew in the valley, my business grew
with it,” Sands said. “And here I am today.” “One day we went down to look at this chute
we hadn’t been in before and we decided to
Jackson was a very different place when pop into it,” Sands said. We made a blood
Sands originally came to town. oath never to tell who went first. For skiers
today, that’s old hat. They do things today
“In the ’60s it was small and everyone knew skiing that are mind-boggling.”
everyone,” Sands said. “I could go into the
Wort and sit down and have a 30 cent beer Over the years, Sands has spent time with a
with the locals, ranchers, fishermen. I was a number of well-known individuals both in and
laborer and everyone asked ‘how you doing?’ out of Jackson, including the late Hunter S.
and was friendly. It was not status oriented at Thompson.
all. Back then you could borrow money on a
handshake. The town’s gotten bigger. When I “Hunter Thompson kept me out of jail in Aspen,”
came there was one cop and one blinking light. Sands said. “The cops wanted to haul me away
I miss the old days when things were more and Hunter Thompson said to leave me alone.”
real. This town’s been good to me.”
During his time in Jackson, Sands has also
“We enjoy giving good service The growth and changes in town met a number of other well-known individ-
to the guests. We take good caused some conflict among res- uals, including sledding on Snow King with
idents, especially when some res- ’60s counterculture icon Ken Kesey and hav-
idents were wary of newcomers. ing a two-hour conversation with football leg-
end Johnny Unitus on the deck of Mountain
care of people.” “When I first came here in 1960, I High Pizza. He also met President Clinton
got in a fight because I was wearing and his family when they went rafting with
44 a button down shirt,” Sands said. Sands Whitewater in 1995.
“They said ‘go back East’. Cowboys
JHStyleMagazine.com | Summer/Fall 2013 were cutting the hair of hippies. The cowboys “That’s part of the fun of Jackson,” Sands
would go out and find a long-haired hippie and said. “I wouldn’t have done that in Dubuque,
cut his hair. That happened a few times.” Iowa.” n

45

JHStyleMagazine.com | Summer/Fall 2013

“Camping options abound in the
Jackson Hole Valley and beyond.”

46

JHStyleMagazine.com | Summer/Fall 2013

Adventure ZONE

Summer in the HEART of the TETONS Equals ADVENTURE

WORDS K. ELISE | IMAGES SETH HEETER AND SHUTTERSTOCK.COM

Hikers will find an abundance of trails in nearby Grand Teton take the Cascade Canyon Trailhead to Hidden
National Park and near the town of Jackson. Falls/Inspiration Point and Cascade Canyon.

In Grand Teton National Park, take an easy 1.8 Closer to town, the Cache Creek Trailhead
mile stroll along the east shore of String Lake offers numerous hiking options including the
up to Leigh Lake or enjoy a three mile round trip Cache Creek, Putt-Putt and Woods Canyon
to Taggart Lake with breathtaking views of the trails. The Snow King Summit Trail offers a
Grand Teton. For a strenuous hike, park at the steep, two mile hike with Teton and valley
Lupine Meadows trailhead and take the 10 mile views. Some hikers take the Snow King Sce-
roundtrip hike to glacial Amphitheater Lake nic Chairlift one way to rest their legs.
with Disappointment Peak towering overhead.
This hike includes a 3,000 foot elevation gain. With all hikes, be sure to check on weather and
trail conditions and be aware of the high altitude
The Jenny Lake Shuttle is a boat that departs (Jackson is at over 6,200 feet) and take proper
from south Jenny Lake every 15-20 minutes measures to prevent altitude illness. Bears are
through September (hours vary and a fee active so take bear precautions including mak-
applies). Once on the other side of the lake, ing noise while hiking, never leaving food unat-
tended and always carrying readily accessible
bear spray and knowing how to use it. Stop by
a ranger station for more information on bear
safety, hiking and current conditions.

Camping options abound in the Jackson Hole
Valley and beyond. In addition to popular
campgrounds in Grand Teton and Yellowstone
National Parks, there are abundant options
within the Bridger-Teton National Forest. Some
campgrounds are available by reservation while
many others are first-come-first-served. See park
and forest websites for more information. >>

47

JHStyleMagazine.com | Summer/Fall 2013

Adventure ZONE

“Driving through Backpackers in Grand Teton and Yellowstone Sept. 21. At the market, local farmers sell their
Grand Teton and National Parks must obtain backcountry per- farm fresh wares, attendees are entertained
Yellowstone National Parks mits in person 24-48 hours before beginning by local music, tasty food is available for pur-
offers incredible their trip. Contact the parks for more informa- chase and each week a different local nonprofit
opportunities to see tion on permits, rules, regulations, conditions receives 10% of the proceeds.
and bear safety.
wildlife.” The Jackson Hole Historical Society offers a
Driving through Grand Teton and Yellowstone free, hour-long walking tour of historic down-
48 National Parks offers incredible opportunities to town Jackson at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesdays and
view wildlife. A $25 per vehicle entrance fee Thursdays (May 28-Sept. 26) and Saturdays
JHStyleMagazine.com | Summer/Fall 2013 is good for both parks for seven days. An $80 at noon (June 1-Sept. 21). Just meet at the
annual Interagency Pass is good at all national center of the Town Square, rain or shine!
parks for one year. Drive yourself or go on a
guided wildlife tour with skilled naturalists from The Jackson Hole Shootout takes place on the
a number of different companies in Jackson. Town Square at 6:00 p.m. every Monday-Sat-
urday Memorial Day through Labor Day. This
Bicyclists will enjoy the smooth paved paths fictional reenactment of frontier justice is the
around the town of Jackson and alongside longest continuously running shootout in the
Teton Village Road. A popular family-friendly country. The event is free and reservations are
path connects Moose and Jenny Lake in not needed.
Grand Teton National Park. Riders can also
enjoy a tranquil ride alongside the National Snow King, located in Jackson, offers an
Elk Refuge. Alpine Slide for exciting thrills as well as a
scenic chairlift that brings visitors to an eleva-
Cross-country mountain biking options tion of 7,751 feet to panoramic views.
include Cache Creek area trails comprised
of a beginner Cache Creek Sidewalk Trail Several local companies offer hot air balloon
to Putt-Putt loop and an intermediate Putt- rides with panoramic views of the mountains
Putt to Hagen loop. Advanced downhill and valley.
mountain biking enthusiasts will enjoy the
heart-pumping downhill action up on Teton A number of local ranches offer horseback
Pass. Be sure to respect wilderness areas and rides and visitors looking for a touch of the
be aware that bikes are not allowed in wil- old west will enjoy a covered wagon cookout,
derness. Respect all signs and closures. Bike a classic western adventure on a horse drawn
rentals are available at a number of shops covered wagon with a Dutch oven dinner and
in town. For pathway and trail maps, go to entertainment.
www.friendsofpathways.org/resources.
Fly fishing guides offer local know-how, equip-
For fun out on the water, take a lazy float ment and transportation. Local outfitters can
down Flat Creek, try stand up paddleboarding set visitors up for a great day on local rivers.
on String Lake, or hit the rapids with a kayak-
ing or rafting trip down the Snake. Many local For those rainy days, the National Museum of
companies offer flat water tours and whitewa- Wildlife Art offers exhibits including National
ter excursions. Rentals are also available and Geographic Selections from Greatest Photo-
always wear a life vest. graphs of the American West, Amazing Ani-
mals: John James Audubon to Andy Warhol,
For a small town tradition, explore the Saturday George Catlin’s American Buffalo, Traveling
morning Farmers Market on the Town Square Trout and more. For latest exhibits, updates,
from 8 a.m. to noon on Saturdays from July 6 – and events, go to: www.wildlifeart.org. n

LIVElife

LAUGHlots

LOVEalways

wEddInGs
cOnVEntIOns
AccLAImEd LIVE mUsIc
LOcALLy sOUrcEd fOOd
rEstAUrAnt & sALOOn

EVEnts

“Working with the Mangy Moose Restaurant & Saloon in planning for one of the JH Wildlife Film Festival’s biggest events this past October
(2011) was wonderful. The party was sponsored by National Geographic and had over 450 attendees, and the Moose staff handled the event
like pros. The food was fantastic, the staff was attentive and proactive, and management was exceptional and ready for anything. It was
the highlight of every Festival delegates experience in Jackson Hole. National Geographic was thrilled and plans to have their next Festival
event at the Moose in 2013!”

– Jessica Weeman, Development Director JH Wildlife Film Festival

Mangy Moose 

saloon


cOntAct Us fOr yOUr nExt spEcIAL OccAsIOn. (307) 733.4913
Or VIst Us At www.mAnGymOOsE.cOm

Adventure ZONE

RIVERResponsibilityON THE

FUN, CONSERVATION go together
for PADDLE SHOP owner.

WORDS BRIELLE SCHAEFFER The Rendezvous River Sports staff has a attending college in Durango, Colorado. He
IMAGES KASE PAUL, DONNA WANSER saying: “You can’t sell fun if you’re not grew up on the water canoeing and eventually
AND RENDEZVOUS RIVER SPORTS having it.” digging into the whitewater.

And Aaron Pruzan, owner of the paddle shop Rendezvous River Sports began in 1995 as
and school, takes that to heart. strictly a whitewater shop and then expanded
over the years into the headquarters it is today
“We structure it so even in our busiest times it for all things paddle sports.
gives everyone an opportunity to get out on the
water,” he said. “I don’t think for anyone who Locals and visitors alike can stop in the shop to
works here it’s just a job. It’s part of a lifestyle.” peruse the impressive array of paddle sports
equipment. Kayaks, stand up paddle boards,
That lifestyle includes not only fun but also rafts, canoes and gear are all available for pur-
conservation and stewardship of the water. chase or rent and lessons or tours are available
daily for all abilities.
“We do it because it’s fun and we love it and
we love the area and we want to protect it,” “It’s an almost mind-boggling array of
Pruzan said. options,” Pruzan said. “We teach everyone
from beginners to advanced paddlers.”
At the forefront of the creation of the Snake
River Fund, Pruzan has taken that responsi- Rendezvous River Sports is also home to the
bility seriously. Jackson Hole Kayak Club, a program Pruzan
started in 1996 to introduce local kids to pad-
Conservation and stewardship go hand in dling. Now the club is its own nonprofit entity
hand “because the resource is valued not just and is thriving.
by this community but also by everyone all
around the country,” he said. And protecting “Several generations of kids have come
it ensures it will be available for future gener- through the kayak club program,” Pruzan
ations, including his own young children. said. “That’s been really rewarding. Those
kids will hopefully be as excited about river
Originally from Mercer Island, Washington, running and conserving the resource as we
Pruzan moved to Jackson in 1990 after have been and continue to be.”

50

JHStyleMagazine.com | Summer/Fall 2013