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The Art
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story board, so to speak. They are my “tools of craft,” Photographer Florence McCall cap-
which in essence allow me to capture, and share, what tured this issue’s cover shot in her
makes our community so unique—the people. Jackson photo studio. McCall and
To chronicle, share and compile their stories, to tell the the little girl’s mother worked together for
broader narrative, is intrinsically, the art of life. months to plan the shoot, hand-selecting
You will find each issue of JHStyle presents a new theme, outfits and desired looks. This image cap-
a path of discovery, an element of the community worth tures the young girl’s artistic personality,
exploring. Last summer, our inaugural edition explored using props to add a touch of whimsical
the extreme athletic nature of Jackson. This winter/spring magic. “We all had a ball,” McCall said. “I set
we delved into the entrepreneurial spirit of our denizens. her up with some fun props and was ready
In this edition we thread the artistic fabric of JH into each for anything she wanted to do.” Florence
of our narratives. From the fine brush of the “en plein air” McCall Photography has been in business
festival and local artist profiles, to the art of mountain guid- for 18 years, with an established fine art
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Teton Lifestyle.
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ABOUT US Jackson Hole & the Teton Lifestyle
Meet the Team Summer/Fall 2013 | Premiere iSSue
KRISTAL RHODES KRISTEN POPE SkiS to SaddleCryStal Wright at home in JaCkSon hole
CREATIVE DIRECTOR MANAGING EDITOR
A Colorado girl through and Kristen Pope is a freelance Jackson Hole & the Teton Lifestyle ®
through, Kristal was born writer and the manag-
in Telluride, the small, box ing editor of JHStyle. Her
canyon mining town turned writing credits include
world class ski resort. Her the International Journal
keen eye for design work of Wilderness, Mountain
led her to Tempe, Ari-
zona, where she received Outlaw, Teton Family Mag-
a degree in Visual Commu-
nications. Kristal founded azine, Student Health 101,
Kristal Graphics in 2004. Her knowledge of marketing Big Sky Weekly and Dish-
and her design aptitude has landed her numerous ing. She made her way to
clients throughout the West. She has worked as the Jackson after living in Alaska and California and has a
creative director with J.C. Bush Media and their many background in conservation and environmental edu-
publishing ventures since 1999. cation. In her free time, she enjoys traveling, hiking
and backpacking. kepope.com
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to the Tetons via Kauai in Idaho, on a documentary
2010 to be near family in film project. So captivated by
Victor, Idaho. She is an avid the beauty and hometown
yogini who teaches Hatha embrace, she ultimately
yoga in Driggs, Jackson and relocated to Victor. With 15
Kauai, where she escapes years in film and documen-
for a while each winter. tary as an artist and segment
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JHStyle, she rides horses and volunteers with Music nic backdrops. She enjoys being out on the Snake River,
on Main, Grand Teton Music Festival and Jackson Hole biking or running, especially when she’s lucky enough to
Therapeutic Riding Association. be graced by the presence of local wildlife. She is just fin-
ishing her first fiction novel this summer.
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THE CONTENTS
What’s Inside
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JHStyle explores the “Art of JH.” From the brushFont is Moderne Rick Black
to the written word, to the art of fly tying and
mountain guiding, each of us has our own canvas
to create.
16 THE ART OF JACKSON HOLE
Living in Jackson Hole is truly an art form. From
the natural beauty captured in the Plein Air Fest
to the innovative Community Supported Art pro-
gram, JH celebrates art in all forms.
28 INSPIRE
Find your inspiration, whether it’s a “day in the
office” with the Jenny Lake Climbing Rangers or
organic farming with Cosmic Apple Gardens.
38 HIGHSTYLE PROFILES
For the love of what they do—Martha Bancroft,
director of Center for the Arts; Noah Robertson
of Mountain Khakis; Mark Barron and Ruth Ann
Petroff, Jackson politicians.
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44 SUMMER ADVENTURES
Meet some of Jackson Hole’s best guides—David Bowers, Carsten
Stuhr, David Hunger, Cathy Shill, Scott Smith—and explore “the
lure of the fly” with Scott Sanchez.
52 TETON VILLAGE
Teton Village is an epicenter for summer adventures and the gate-
way to Grand Teton National Park. Enjoy the stories of Rob DesLau-
riers and Margot Walk and their contributions to Teton Village.
60 MOUNTAINSTYLE LIVING
The art of Teton Living—bringing the inside out and the outside
in; livin’ the Wyoming dream; and stone artist Neal Arguello.
68 ADVENTURES IN TETON VALLEY, IDAHO
Adventure awaits just over Teton Pass in Victor and Driggs—
music, festivals, rodeo, fishing, boating, biking, golf, museums,
dining, breweries and more.
78 DINE IN STYLE
Tantalize your taste buds at some of Jackson’s finest dining estab-
lishments from the southern charm and flavor of Sweetwater, to
the organic Lotus Café and Jackson’s newest dining experience,
The Indian.
90 NIGHTLIFE AND MUSIC IN JH
Play into the night with Jackson Hole’s entertainment and night-
life scene and enjoy some of Jackson’s own musical talent.
94 HEALTHYSTYLE LIVING
Chase dreams with the ultra-running Batchens, smile with den-
tist Catherine Tebay and embrace art at St. John’s.
100 JHSTYLE CATALOGUE®
From women’s fashions at Terra to the comfort of Scandia Down
and Festive Living, visit the boutiques and galleries of JH, a style
of its own. Discover the art of Amy Ringholz.
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VISITOR’S GUIDEPOST
ArtThe
of Jackson Hole
WORDS KRISTEN POPE
Living in Jackson Hole is truly an art form. paint “en plein air,” to the innovative Commu- In this issue, Story Clark shares tales of the IMAGE Centrill Media-Shutterstock.com
Time and time again, people move here nity Supported Art program, to the 30th anni- Tetons through her innovative storytelling
to live out their dreams and cultivate versary of the Fall Arts Festival. These events Smartphone app while Neal Arguello crafts
the drive and creative spirit to make it work. showcase the collaboration and love of the slabs of granite into custom countertops. Noah
From the innovators who thrive and excel in arts that keep this community vibrant. Robertson at Mountain Khakis shares the art
every field imaginable to those who hold down From there, we delve into other art forms, of making a true mountain pant, designed for
multiple jobs to live out their powder-hound from the art of fly-tying to the art of the whole mountain town lifestyle, not just
dreams, this is a land of creative spirits. The beer-making to the art of mountain guiding. the peak-bagging part. St. John’s Medical Cen-
natural beauty of this valley has inspired gen- We showcase the Jenny Lake Climbing Rang- ter also offers a peek into their art collection
erations of artists, including Ansel Adams, who ers and Helitack team, who perfect the art of and provides insight on how they place art
captured the Tetons and Snake River in his the mountain rescue. We profile the Cosmic throughout the facility with healing and com-
iconic 1942 image. Apple Gardens family, who work together forting in mind.
This issue of JHStyle opens with a celebration with our challenging climate to cultivate crops With all these stories and many more, this
of our local arts community, from the paint- using organic and bio-dynamic farming tech- issue offers just a small peek into the art that is
ers who congregate outdoors each summer to niques—truly an art form. Jackson Hole. n
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Jackson Hole Facts & Statistics
• Time zone:……..……..……..MST UTC-7 (Summer MDT UTC-6)
• Teton County seat: ……..……..……..……..……..……..…… Jackson
• Largest town in Teton County: ……..……..……..……..… Jackson
• Jackson’s 2010 year-round population: ……..……..…….9,577
• Teton County’s 2010 year-round population: ……..…… 21,294
• Winter population increase: ……..……..……..……..……. +5,000
• Summer population increase: ……..……..……..……..… +52,000
• Zip codes: ……..……..……..…….. 83001, 83002, 83014, 83025
• Elevation in town of Jackson: ……..……..……..……..……. 6,237’
• Elevation in Jackson Hole Valley: ……..……..…… 6,069-6,779’
• Grand Teton’s height: ……..……..……..……..……..……. 13,775’
• Length of Jackson Hole Valley: ……..……..……..……..… 48 miles
• Width of Jackson Hole Valley: ……..……..……..…….8-15 miles
• Year Snow King Ski Area, Wyoming’s
first ski area, opened: ……..……..……..……..……..……..……1939
• Year Jackson Hole Mountain Resort opened: ……..……..1966
• Jackson Hole Mountain Resort vertical drop: ……..…… 4,139’
• Year Yellowstone National Park established: ……..……..1872
• Year Grand Teton National Park established: ……..……..1929
• Annual visitation in Grand Teton: ……..……..……. 3-4 million
• Most valuable industry: ……..……..……..……..……..…… Tourism
• Percentage of Teton County publicly owned: ……..……..…97%
• Area of Bridger-Teton National Forest: ……..…….3.4mil acres
• Number of feature films shot in Jackson Hole: ……..……. 15+
• Mammal species in Jackson Hole/Yellowstone: ……..…… 60+
• Bird species in Jackson Hole/Yellowstone: ……..……..…100+
• Active thermal features in Yellowstone: ……..……..…… 10,000
• Climate: ……..……..……. humid continental (almost subarctic)
WEATHER
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
Grand Teton Association ……..……..……..……..……..…… 739.3606
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THE ART OF JACKSON HOLE
ArtTOAUKTINDGOORS
Plein Air Fests Bring Painters Out
WORDS KRISTEN POPE | IMAGES GRAND TETON ASSOCIATION,
KATHRYN TURNER, SCOTT CHRISTENSEN AND OFF SQUARE THEATRE COMPANY
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Painters from around the world gather each summer in the Tetons to Nature Inspires
create art “en plein air.” The French expression simply means “in the
open air,” and for many painters, it is their preferred way of captur- PAINTER SCOTT CHRISTENSEN
ing the magic of the Tetons.
Growing up in Lander, Wyoming, painter
Driving or walking through Grand “The artists are Forty-four artists are participating in Scott Christensen was surrounded by
Teton National Park each summer, vis- everywhere and this year’s event, which will take place natural beauty. However, it wasn’t until an
itors can see numerous painters and anywhere. Some will July 14-20. Highlights include the injury derailed his college football career that
artists in seemingly unusual places. opening reception on Wednesday, July he began to focus on art. After his injury, he
Some can be found in packed vehicle go off trail or down 16 at 7 pm and a Quick Draw and Sale started spending time fly fishing and visiting
pullouts, standing behind an easel by a stream. on Saturday, July 19 from 9am-noon. his grandfather, an oil painter. Christensen
painting the towering peaks above, Artworks created at the event are soon realized his love of art and earned a
while others are quietly perched on There are always then sold, with 60 percent going to degree in art education.
the side of a creek, delicately captur- painters at iconic the artists and 40 percent benefiting
ing the subtler side of the park. places.” the Grand Teton Association, which Now, the Victor, Idaho based painter is a
provides educational, interpretive world-renowned artist, and his work is fea-
The Grand Teton Association, the offi- - GrandTeton Association and scientific programs within the tured in many prestigious gallery and museum
cial nonprofit partner of Grand Teton Executive Director park. “It’s not just for the fundraising exhibitions, including Prix de West in Oklahoma
National Park, sponsors “Plein Air for Jan Lynch and the benefit of the park,” Grand City and the permanent collection at Grand
Teton National Park’s Craig Thomas Discovery
the Park” each summer. Three years Teton Association Executive Director and Visitor Center. He is also the recipient of
ago, the Association partnered with Jan Lynch explained. “We want it to numerous awards and holds popular work-
the Rocky Mountain Plein Air Painters for the first be for the benefit of the artists. There are not a shops, attended by artists from throughout
Plein Air in the Park. The event was such a suc- lot of times when artists have the freedom to not the country. “A lot of my favorite Russian paint-
cess that it is now an annual occurrence. just have to produce to make money. They can be ers taught,” Christensen explained. “Teaching
helps me to understand my own struggles and
allows me to not only help progress other art-
ists’ work, but mine as well.”
Many of his paintings begin as “plein air”
works—created outdoors. “I like to get out
there and find the information to make a
painting,” Christensen said. “I create small
paintings to get the information and the ideas
for more mature paintings.” Being outdoors
also helps fuel his creativity. “I get inspira-
tion from everything out here,” Christensen
explained. “I love water, mountains, streams.
Inspiration is always finding me—I don’t usu-
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“Part of it is that you’re not sitting in a gallery.
Plein air is being outside in the environment, painting
what you’re seeing and experiencing right then.
That’s the difference between plein air and other styles.
It’s always really connected with the outside,
the outdoors and the environment.”
- Grand Teton Association Executive Director Jan Lynch
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“People hiking and driving by have the experience of seeing the artists paint.
The artists are so welcoming.They have people coming over and asking them what they’re doing.
I receive so many phone calls from people who were walking a trail and saw an artist
painting and thought it was such a wonderful surprise.”
- Grand Teton Association Executive Director Jan Lynch
out there and paint. We want it to be for them as to Washington, D.C. in order to help convey Thin Air
much as for everybody else.” the importance and magnificence of areas to
Selected artists are invited out for a two-week officials. These paintings ultimately helped con- Shakespeare
period, though many stay for a shorter time. vince them to establish the parks. “It’s wonder- Picnicking with family and friends is a great
The only requirement is that all work must be ful, it’s part of the whole establishment of the
performed in the park. “They just have to come parks,” Lynch explained. introduction to Shakespeare, according
out with blank canvasses,” Lynch explained. “It Grand Teton Association was founded in 1937 to Off Square Theatre Company’s Artistic
all has to be done on site. We have wet paint and runs the park stores in the visitor centers, Director Natalia Duncan. This summer, Off
signs all over the gallery.” publishes books, and helps keep ranger stations Square and the Center for the Arts are again
During the festival, artists will be scattered and visitors centers open during budget crises. offering free, family-friendly, Thin Air Shake-
around the park. “People hiking and driving by “Everything we do goes back to the Grand Teton speare on July 12-13 and 17-18 at the Center
have the experience of seeing the artists paint,” programs,” Lynch explained. “It doesn’t go back for the Arts amphitheater. The lawn opens
Lynch said. “The artists are so welcoming. They to D.C., it stays right here.” for picnicking at 7pm each night, followed
have people coming over and asking them what During the festival, painters spread out in the by the show—Twelfth Night, or What You
they’re doing. I receive so many phone calls park and valley, painting barns, rocks, peaks, Will—at 8pm.
from people who were walking a trail and saw flowers, even the sky. “That’s the fun part,” Lynch
an artist painting and thought it was such a explained. “Everyone gets to choose their own “The goal is to engage audiences in the sum-
wonderful surprise.” subjects and they’re out there seeing the same mer and not force them to sit inside a dark
The event is held during the park’s busiest time things, but everyone comes back with something theater,” Duncan explained. “It breaks down
of year. “They’re here at the height of the sea- different. And, since they are professional artists, barriers between performer and audience,
son, right in the middle of July,” Lynch explained. the quality of the work is amazing.” making it accessible, drawing people in and
“They’re in the thick of it. The artists are every- Art is an important focus of the Grand Teton introducing many to theater and Shakespeare
where and anywhere. Some will go off trail or Association, which donates to the park’s large for the first time.” Teton Botanical Garden
down by a stream. There are always painters at art collection. “The majority of it was purchased also partners to put on the show.
iconic places.” over the past 50 years by the Association and
Plein air painting has historical roots in the donated to the park,” Lynch explained. “Some Duncan emphasizes the community nature
national parks, according to Lynch. Before the of the best artists from around the area are part of the event. “It’s important to give people a
parks were established, paintings were brought of that collection.” place to laugh and cry along with your neigh-
Grand Teton Association also offers Artists in the bors,” she said. “It’s a safe space to interact
Environment, free programs every second Sat- with people you wouldn’t normally be with.
urday during the summer months. The National There could be a billionaire sitting next to a
Museum of Wildlife Art also offers a one-day homeless person in the midst of the theatri-
plein air celebration, held on June 21 this year. cal experience. It’s a way to share something
with people around you.” n
“Part of it is that you’re not sitting in a gallery,”
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ence between plein air and other styles. It’s
always really connected with the outside, the
outdoors and the environment.” n
THE ART OF JACKSON HOLE
Supporting the Artistic
COMMUNITY
Community Supported Art Program
Provides Unique Opportunity
WORDS KRISTEN POPE | IMAGES CSA JACKSON HOLE, PAULINE ZEREN,
WJENNY DOWD, AARON WALLIS, ANDY KINCAID AND JC JEWELERS
hen community-minded locals gather to pick up “CSA”
shares, they are usually collecting farm-fresh produce from
one of the “Community Supported Agriculture” farms in the
region. However, this summer offers the opportunity to pick up a different
kind of CSA share. “Community Supported Art” is a new Jackson endeavor
that enables local art lovers to receive nine unique artistic creations over
the course of a summer.
MEET THE ARTISTS
CSA Jackson Hole art pick-up parties are open to all visitors
and community members. Stop by to meet local artists and
enjoy live music, food and drink.
JUNE 20 – ITP Space, 130 South Jackson Street, 5-8pm
JULY 23 – Healthy Being Juicery, 165 E. Broadway, 5-8pm
AUG. 20 – People’s Market, Base of Snow King, 5-8pm
For details: CSAJacksonHole.com
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Participants sign up for one of the 40 available “Part of the fun is that it’s a JC Jewelers Creates
shares and pay $350 to receive artwork from surprise—just like when you pick up a While every piece of jewelry at JC Jew-
nine local artists throughout the summer. Three
“pick-up parties” are scheduled for CSA share- vegetable share. Sometimes you’re elers is handcrafted, some are espe-
holders to collect three works at a time and meet not sure what to do with the kohlrabi. cially memorable. Jeter Case once designed
and interact with the local artists who handcrafted a playful bear trap pendant for a customer,
each piece. All community members and visitors But you can always pay it setting a 3.5-carat, heart-shaped diamond
are welcome to share in the experience and attend forward to someone else.” that served as the “bait.” When touched, the
the parties, with live music, food and drinks. “trap” would gently close on a person’s finger.
Artist Alissa Davies is the driving force behind - CSA Jackson Hole Coordinator Alissa Davies “It was fun to make,” Jeter said.
CSA Jackson Hole. She first heard about art CSAs Creativity and innovative designs are key to
when reading a Food & Wine Magazine article tarily and exposure-wise. Amazing art creations the shop’s success. Husband-and-wife team
about the interconnectedness of art and cook- go on in this community that we don’t normally Jeter and Jan Case have owned JC Jewelers
ing. She was soon inspired to create one for the hear about.” National arts organization Fractured for 26 years. Jan is a Certified Gemologist
local community. Springboard for the Arts, a Min- Atlas helped sponsor CSA Jackson Hole, provid- Appraiser and Jeter is the artist/goldsmith
nesota-based arts organization, provides CSA kits ing fiscal sponsorship and also enabling the pro- that creates the shop’s handcrafted designs.
to help communities develop their own program. gram to receive tax-deductible contributions and “People don’t think of us as a gallery,” Jeter
“I sat on it for two years,” Davies said. She con- apply for arts-related grants. explained. “But we create small sculptures
templated whether or not to take on such a huge The element of surprise is an important part of that are one-of-a-kind, just like those at gal-
project and finally decided to put her ideas into the CSA experience, whether it’s art or agriculture. leries. My focus is fine jewelry, but within that
action, inspired by her 16-month-old son, Sam. “Part of the fun is that it’s a surprise—just like when parameter, I’m open to anything.”
Twenty-seven artists applied to participate in the you pick up a vegetable share,” Davies said. “Some- The Tetons feature prominently in a number
inaugural CSA Jackson Hole and a team of four times you’re not sure what to do with the kohlrabi. of pieces in the shop, and many engaged
distinguished jurors—Meg Daly, Bronwyn Min- But you can always pay it forward to someone else.” couples request the iconic peaks be featured
ton, Carolyn Ripps and Ben Roth—narrowed the Ceramic artist Jenny Dowd is one of the featured on their wedding rings. Jeter also creates
field down to nine. artists. She is creating a series of cups, each with pieces from elk ivory, which comes from an
Selected artists include Meleta Buckstaff, Jenny a unique design, depicting the secret lives of elk’s two ivory teeth, remnants of the tusks
Dowd, Wendell Field, Katy Ann Fox, Hole Dance furniture, from a lamp bending over, to a chair of their prehistoric ancestors. Of course, the
Films, Andy Kincaid, Cynthia Guild Stoetzer, learning how to roller skate. Her whimsical and shop’s fine jewelry also features a wide vari-
Pauline Zeren and Aaron Wallis, representing imaginative pieces are meant to inspire conver- ety of gems, including tanzanite, emeralds,
a diverse body of work, from mixed media to sation. “My thought was that all the people who tourmaline, alexandrite and Jeter’s favor-
dance to ceramics. had the cups could have a conversation with the ite—diamonds. The variety and creativity of
All local artists are paid for their work, receiving cup and their cups could have conversations his work inspires Jeter.
a $1,000 stipend. “It’s important to economically together,” she explained. She is especially excited “I love my job, probably more than anybody,”
support artists,” Davies said. “I want them to about the pick-up parties and the opportunity to Jeter said. “I truly love what I do. I love every
feel they have received something both mone- interact with the end users of the pieces. aspect of it, the designing, the craftsmanship,
“As a potter, it’s always nice to meet the people being creative and using my imagination.
who are going to be using your pots and have the What better job could you have?” n
interaction when picking it up,” Dowd explained.
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THE ART OF JACKSON HOLE
Fall Arts Festival
Celebrates 30Years
Over 50 Events Take Place September 3-14
E IMAGES COURTESY JACKSON HOLE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
ach September, over 10,000 art lovers congregate in Jackson Hole for the annual Fall Arts Festival. This year
marks the 30th anniversary of the event. This year’s Festival, which will take place Sept. 3-14, features over
50 events, including art, music, wine and gourmet cuisine.
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“The Fall Arts Festival 2014 Fall Arts Festival Schedule:
tries to focus on all of the amazing The 2014 Fall Arts Festival takes place from Sept. 3-14
For more details on events: www.JacksonHoleChamber.com/fall_arts_festival
arts and culture in our area.”
Wednesday, September 3: Wednesday, September 10:
- Maureen Murphy, director of special events for the WESTERN VISIONS JEWELRY & POSTER SIGNING WITH NANCY DUNLOP CAWDRY
Jackson Hole Chamber of Commerce
ARTISAN LUNCHEON Meet 2014 Fall Arts Festival featured artist, Nancy
“The Fall Arts Festival tries to focus on all of This elegant ladies luncheon provides opportunities Dunlop Cawdrey. Signed posters of “Forever Jackson”
the amazing arts and culture in our area,” to preview and purchase handmade pieces, including will be available. (West Lives on Contemporary Gallery,
Maureen Murphy, director of special events jewelry, leather, fiber and other wearable arts. This
for the Jackson Hole Chamber of Commerce, event is part of the Jewelry and Artisan portion of the 75 N. Glenwood, 3-5pm)
explained. “From fine art in all of our amaz- National Museum of Wildlife Art’s Western Visions. POSTER SIGNING WITH JOSHUA TOBEY
ing art galleries, to culinary, architectural and Meet 2014 Fall Arts Festival featured sculptor, Joshua
performance arts—attendees get a feel for ($100, registration required by Aug. 28, Tobey. Signed posters of “Teton Symphony” will be
any area they are searching for. They can also WesternVisions.org) available. (Astoria Fine Art Gallery, 35 E. Deloney)
get a feel for a real Jackson cultural experi-
ence on our Historical Ranch Tour.” Thursday, September 4: ART WALK
Festival highlights include the Palates & Pal- WESTERN DESIGN CONFERENCE GALA EVENT: Over 30 Jackson galleries open their doors to share art
ettes gallery walk, home and ranch tours,
Taste of the Tetons, the QuickDraw Art Sale FASHION AND JEWELRY SHOW with visitors. (5-8pm at participating galleries)
and Auction, Western Vision Wild West 100 Enjoy a jewelry show, live auction and Thursday, September 11:
Party, Wild 100 Show and Sale and the West- champagne celebration, followed by a WILD 100 ARTIST PARTY
ern Design Conference. runway show featuring both established and
This year, two works—a sculpture and a paint- Artists and patrons can view art, place bids and mingle
ing—were selected as the festival’s featured up-and-coming fashion designers. with artists while enjoying hors d’oeuvres and a full bar.
works. Joshua Tobey’s sculpture, “Jackson ($125, Snow King Events Center, 7:15 pm)
Symphony,” features howling coyotes and is ($100, registration required, WesternVisions.org)
meant to .invoke thoughts of Wyoming eve- Friday, September 5: Friday, September 12:
nings. Art collectors can enter the festival’s WESTERN DESIGN CONFERENCE EXHIBIT
intent-to-purchase drawing for a chance to THE JACKSON HOLE SHOWCASE OF HOMES
take one of 10 limited editions of “Jackson AND SALE This two-day self-guided fundraising tour offers the
Symphony” home. Explore the latest in western design as over
Nancy Dunlop Cawdrey is the featured painter 100 exhibitors showcase their one-of-a-kind fashion, opportunity to enjoy some of the area’s most
and her work, “Forever Jackson,” features a spectacular homes. This event features opportunities
moose with a Teton backdrop. The piece is jewelry, furniture and home creations.
crafted from French dye on Chinese silk, her sig- ($15 at the door, Snow King Center, to meet with the architects, builders, interior
nature medium. The work, which measures 68 WesternDesignConference.com) designers, landscapers and electronic system
inches high and 52 inches wide, is on display in
the Wort Hotel’s lobby until September, when PALATES & PALETTES GALLERY WALK designers who created these homes.
it will be sold at auction during the festival. The Over 30 galleries welcome guests with art, food, wine (Information and tickets: JacksonHoleShowcase.com)
bold, bright graphic image will appear on the
festival’s materials, including advertising, bro- and music. (5-8pm at participating galleries) WILD 100 SHOW & SALE
chures, wine labels and commemorative post- Saturday, September 6: This is the final opportunity to place a bid on artwork
ers. The festival will also offer opportunities to by 100 leading artists while enjoying a dinner buffet
meet both Cawdrey and Tobey. WESTERN DESIGN CONFERENCE EXHIBIT
The festival was initially conceived as a way to AND SALE CONTINUES and beverages. The names of winning bidders are
bring more visitors to Jackson Hole during the drawn at this event.
fall shoulder season. “When the Fall Arts Festi- ($15 at the door, Snow King Center,
val was initially created 30 years ago, the galler- WesternDesignConference.com) ($150, registration required, WesternVisions.org)
ies got together to try and extend the summer
season into September,” Murphy explained. HISTORIC RANCH TOURS Saturday, September 13:
“When it began, the strong summer season Tour historic valley ranches and enjoy western 19TH ANNUAL JACKSON HOLE QUICKDRAW ART
ended abruptly after Labor Day and it has con-
tinued to grow September into a month that entertainment and a barbecue. SALE AND AUCTION
rivals July and August in hotel occupancy.” ($50, more information: 307.733.3316) Artists spend 90 minutes creating original works while
The efforts were a fantastic success—the sec- spectators can watch the creative process at work. The
ond weekend of the festival now brings more Sunday, September 7: artwork is then auctioned off, along with the festival’s
private planes to Jackson than any other WESTERN DESIGN CONFERENCE EXHIBIT AND
weekend in the entire year. n featured works. (Jackson Town Square, 9am)
SALE CONTINUES FALL ARTS FESTIVAL ARTIST PARTY
($15 at the door, Snow King Center,
Meet artists, including both featured artists, Joshua
WesternDesignConference.com) Tobey and Nancy Dunlop Cawdrey, under the tent at
15TH ANNUAL TAKIN’ IT TO THE STREETS
Open-air, juried art fair with 40 local artists selling an the Town Square during this fun-filled reception.
array of artwork. (Jackson Town Square, 10am-4pm, THE JACKSON HOLE SHOWCASE OF
HOMES CONTINUES
more information: 307.733.8792)
TASTE OF THE TETONS (Information and tickets: JacksonHoleShowcase.com)
Sunday, September 14:
Enjoy tastes from valley chefs, restaurants and caterers
as well as wine tasting, a silent auction and live musi- ART BRUNCH GALLERY WALK
cal entertainment. Each taste ticket is $1 and tastes Over 30 galleries open their doors to share art and
brunch with visitors during this festive closing celebra-
generally require 2-4 tickets.
(Jackson Town Square, 11am-3pm) tion. (11am-3pm at participating galleries)
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CALENDAR OF EVENTS
Summer 2014WHAT’S HAPPENING IN JACKSON HOLE July 12
May 23-26 family nature outings, art activities. June 15 is the RISE OF THE FENIX
WILD RaptorFest in Wilson and June 21 is the Sol- Amy Ringholz brings her distinctive art to the
OLD WEST DAYS stice Street Fair and Parade. WildJacksonHole.org
Live music, theatrical entertainment, arts and National Museum of Wildlife Art for an
crafts, food, stagecoach rides, Mountain Man June 20-22 interactive opening celebration.
Rendezvous, parade and more. JACKSON HOLE MOUNTAIN GAMES July 11-13
This event celebrates the adventure lifestyle
May 24 with athletic events, music, food, drink and ART FAIR JACKSON HOLE
Miller Park. JHArtFair.org
OLD WEST BREWFEST outdoor industry representation.
Miller Park, 11-5 JHMountainGames.com July 12-13 & 17-18
THIN AIR SHAKESPEARE
May 31 June 26-28 Bring a picnic for this free, family-friendly
production in the amphitheater outside the
CLIMB THE KING KICKOFF GRAND TETON MUSIC FESTIVAL
The kickoff event for the JH Community Counsel- WINE AUCTION Center for the Arts.
ing Center’s summer-long fundraiser. Partici- 20th annual GTMF Wine Auction features four July 18-27
pants collect pledges for each hike, run or bike events, including wine tasting, Taste of Jackson
up Snow King this summer. ClimbtheKing.org Hole, Signature Private Dinners and an Auction TETON COUNTY FAIR
This year’s theme is “Horns & Hides, Laughs &
June 14 & Gala Dinner. JHWineAuction.com Rides.” Includes petting zoo, ventriloquist, clown,
comedy, jugglers, rides, 4H and even “Rattlesnake
JACKSON HOLE HALF MARATHON July 4 Dave.” Evening events include pig wrestling,
June 15-21 FOURTH OF JULY CELEBRATION rodeo and Figure 8 racing.
Parade, concert, “Music in the Hole,”
JACKSON HOLE WILD FESTIVAL August 8-10
Art camps, plein air painting, bird watching, rodeo, fireworks
ART FAIR JACKSON HOLE
26 Miller Park. JHArtFair.org
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JACKSON HOLE MARATHON
JacksonHoleMarathon.com
September 6
OLD BILL’S FUN RUN FOR CHARITIES
Annual fundraising event for local nonprofits,
Town Square.
September 6
LOTOJA BIKE RACE
Bikers head 206 miles from Logan, Utah to
Jackson. Finish line at Teton Village.
September 3-14
JACKSON HOLE FALL ARTS FESTIVAL
(see complete schedule on page 25)
October 6-12
SHIFT FESTIVAL
Sustainability-focused festival exploring nature,
culture and adventure. SHIFTjh.org.
Ongoing Events
FARMERS MARKET
Saturday mornings, July 5-Sept 20, 8 am – noon,
Jackson Town Square.
JACKSON HOLE PEOPLES MARKET
Wednesdays, June 18-Sept. 17, 4-7pm,
Base of Snow King
JACKSON HOLE RODEO
May 24-Aug. 30, Teton County Fairgrounds.
For schedule: JHRodeo.com.
IMAGES COURTESY REBECCA BREDEHOFT-
JACKSON HOLE MOUNTAIN GAMES AND
COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF JACKSON HOLE
HEAR PHOTO: J.D. SCOTT
IT
ALL
JULY 3 — AUGUST 16, 2014
JACKSON HOLE, WY
TICKETS AVAILABLE AT 307-733-1128 | GTMF.ORG
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INSPIRE
“While the dramatic helicopter and
short-haul rescues garner most of the attention,
those are only a small part
of the rangers’ job.”
HTEERTOOESNof tShe BACKGROUND IMAGE Andrew S-Shutterstock.com
Jenny Lake Climbing Rangers
aid backcountry users
WORDS KELSEY DAYTON
IMAGES NATIONAL PARK SERVICE
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Safety first for
Helitack
Helicopter crew fights
fires, performs rescues
WORDS KELSEY DAYTON
IMAGE COURTESY OF HELITACK
On an August morning in 2008, Richard Felder parted ways with his When the call comes in, the members
wife while the two were hiking the Teton Crest Trail. Felder wanted of Teton Interagency Helitack Crew
to explore an alternative route over Avalanche Divide. His wife have about 15 minutes to respond.
planned to hike out the traditional way via Cascade Canyon. They’d meet at The 20-person crew provides the initial attack
the Jenny Lake Ranger Station. and fire support for the U.S. Forest Service and
Grand Teton National Park. It also helps with
Felder never showed up. search and rescue when needed, according to
Helitack Supervisor Steve Markason.
By late the following day, dozens of people were four of those positions are seasonal, the rangers The crew, which began in 1973, has been sta-
searching for Felder, including those dropped average 14 years on the job. They are known for tioned in Jackson and Big Piney, but is now
into the backcountry by helicopter. He was found heroic efforts in major rescues, such as the 2010 based at the north end of the Jackson Hole Air-
that evening at the base of a snowfield, with a incident when 17 people were struck by lightning port and shares a helicopter contract with the
broken back and arm. He’d spent the night in his on the Grand Teton. Jenny Lake Climbing Rangers out of Grand Teton
t-shirt and shorts after he slipped on snow. While the dramatic helicopter and short-haul National Park. Starting in June, there will be two
Of all the rescues the Jenny Lake Climbing Rang- rescues garner most of the attention, those are helicopters stationed and ready for action.
ers perform, it was not the most glamorous. It only a small part of the rangers’ job. Search and From 1996 to 2009, it was customary for a crew
didn’t involve extensive rope rigging and hard rescue takes up about 10 percent of a Jenny Lake to rappel into fires, while the helicopter hovered
climbing. Yet it is the rescue that Jenny Lake Sub- Climbing Ranger’s time, according to Guenther. over the tree canopy. To mitigate risks, the proce-
district Ranger Scott Guenther says most epito- When not engaged in rescue efforts, rangers dure was changed and the team is now dropped
mizes why he and his 17 team members do what staff the Jenny Lake Ranger station, conduct- in farther away, where they can hike to the fire.
they do. “He was on the verge of death when we ing preventative search and rescue, providing A regular “day in the office” starts with a
found him,” Guenther said. “That was a save.” visitors with condition reports, route informa- morning briefing, including looking at the fire
The Jenny Lake Climbing Rangers trace their ori- tion and trip suggestions to meet each party’s forecast, going over potential risks for opera-
gins back to Fritiof Fryxell, a naturalist who arrived skill level. They patrol the backcountry, report tions, and physical training. The helicopters are
in the Tetons to study glacial geology and climb. and fix trail hazards, pick up trash and answer loaded and ready so the crew can be on scene
He and his friend Phil Smith became the first sea- questions from hikers. They conduct moun- in minutes, available for any agency that needs
sonal rangers in 1929 when Grand Teton became a tain patrols where they climb throughout the assistance for whatever emergency may arise.
national park. While not technically climbing rang- range to familiarize themselves with as many “It’s all about collaboration within the team
ers, their mountaineering skills set the standard routes on as many peaks as possible and keep and with our cooperators,” Markason said. n
for rescue rangers in Grand Teton National Park. condition reports up-to-date. And, of course,
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INSPIRE
TravelStorysGPS
features tales of local
lore, including:
Historic Downtown
Jackson Walking Tour
Jackson Drugstore
The Jackson Drug Company build-
ing is located on the corner just
north of Town Square. The early
drugstore in Jackson was started in 1912
by W. L. Simpson and was located in the
Clubhouse on the east side of the Town
Square. The mosaic tiles and the soda
fountain counter and stools are from
the original drugstore when it was in the
Clubhouse. The current owners have pre-
served them for their historic value.
Tales of theTetons Jackson Drug offered almost every-
thing except groceries. When Prohibi-
Story Clark Develops Innovative Storytelling App tion ended in 1933, the drugstore was
the only place in town where you could
WORDS KRISTEN POPE | IMAGE DAVID BOWERS legally buy liquor because pharmacies
could sell alcohol “for medicinal pur-
Five years ago, Story Clark was working with fascinating stories and entertaining content with poses” until the government could get
a nonprofit client alongside the Blue Ridge the public, also offering an opportunity to donate around to issuing liquor licenses. Jack-
Parkway, parked in a pullout near an inter- to local nonprofits. son Drug was also the valley’s first film
pretive sign, and noticing all the cars driving by distributor for Kodak film. n
without stopping to learn about the area’s ecol- The app’s tours delve into the rich heritage and
ogy and heritage. Clark, a conservation finance history of the area, sharing Teton lore through the (Courtesy of the JH Historical Society
consultant, wanted to reach out to the people ancient art of storytelling. The audio tours are synced and Museum & TravelStorysGPS)
driving by and educate them about the area— to sites of interest so that users can learn about what
thus the idea for TravelStorysGPS was born. they are seeing. The app features images and text Ranch—where he ran a boys’ camp for many
and will soon include a video feature. “Locals and years. He went on to become mayor of Philadel-
“Connecting people to land through stories” is the visitors really want to understand a place,” Clark phia and then a U.S. Senator.
mantra of Clark’s free smartphone app, which offers explained. “But they don’t just want facts—we for- Clark herself has lived in the Tetons for 35 years. She
tours of Grand Teton National Park, routes follow- get facts. But we remember those incredible stories.” is married to Bill Resor, who manages his family’s
ing Highway 22, the airport and two walking forays ranch, and the couple have two grown daughters,
into downtown Jackson, including a historical tour Clark’s life is filled with incredible stories from her Felicia and Avery Resor. Her conservation experience
and a gallery tour. Users can select a focus for each family’s rich heritage in the region, which began runs deep—she has worked as a county land planner,
tour, such as wildlife, kids or history. There is also an when her grandfather, Joseph S. Clark, fell in love the founding director of the Jackson Hole Conserva-
interactive channel where users can share content. with the Tetons after visiting a friend on Leigh tion Alliance and for the Jackson Hole Land Trust.
“We meet people where their interests are,” Clark Lake. In 1923, when he was a law student, he Fifteen years ago, she started her own conservation
explained. The tours are sponsored by nonprofits, purchased land under the Grand Teton and built finance consulting firm where she works nation-
public agencies and businesses that want to share the Double Diamond Ranch—now the Climbers’ ally to help organizations and landowners find new
sources of money to conserve land and open spaces.
TravelStorysGPS is also working on a growing
number of Wyoming and out-of-state tours. Clark
sums up the appeal of the tours, saying, “We are
still primitive beings who love nothing more than
to listen to great stories.” n
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SPOTLIGHT on Nonprofits Established in 1998, Craighead Beringia South is
a science and education institute that promotes a
In each issue of JHStyle, we highlight several organizations balanced approach to conservation, management
that work to make this community a better place. and educational programs by pursuing long-term,
innovative wildlife investigations. They are currently
working on a multi-year Great Gray Owl Study,
examining the ecology of this state-sensitive spe-
cies. Craighead Beringia South is also working on
the Mongolian Gobi Bear and Gobi Education Proj-
ect. With only 30 of the bears remaining, Mongolia
designated 2013 as the Year of the Gobi Bear. The
organization helped develop a science-based con-
servation plan for the bear, as well as working with
other organizations to create an interactive, educa-
tional book for Mongolian students. Additionally,
the Integrated Wildlife Research Education Pro-
gram provides students with innovative educational
opportunities, including opportunities in the arts.
BeringiaSouth.org
JACKSON HOLE WILDLIFE
FOUNDATION
The Jackson Hole Wildlife Foundation promotes
ways for our community to live compatibly with
wildlife through focused, on-the-ground projects
and wildlife education through four main pro-
grams. Bear Wise Jackson Hole focuses on reducing
human-bear conflicts in Teton County by educating
community members on living compatibly with
bears, working with homeowners to implement
bear-resistant garbage container usage and hang-
ing bird feeders in a bear-resistant manner. Give
Wildlife a Brake focuses on reducing collisions with
wildlife on area roads, including providing signage.
Wildlife Friendly Fencing works to remove fences
from retired cattle allotments on public lands,
allowing natural wildlife movement, as well as
providing education on modifying existing fences
to allow wildlife to pass. Nature Mapping Jackson
Hole is a citizen science effort that allows trained
observers to record wildlife sightings in the area.
JHWildlife.org
IMAGES JH WILDLIFE FOUNDATION, CHRISTINE
PAIGE, GRAHAM KOTEN, JACKSON CUPBOARD,
CRAIGHEAD BERINGIA SOUTH AND CLIMB WYOMING
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CLIMB WYOMING
CLIMB Wyoming is a state-
wide nonprofit that provides
resources and career services
for low-income single moth-
ers, including life skills, parent-
ing workshops and group and
individual counseling as well
as job placement assistance.
They work to place women in
positions that offer competitive
wages and benefits to support
a family. In 2012, CLIMB Wyo-
ming was recognized as one
of the nation’s top 10 orga-
nizations that move families
towards self-sufficiency.
CLIMBwyoming.org
“Jackson Cupboard is run solely by volunteers,
without a single paid staff member, and 94 percent of monetary
donations are spent directly on food.”
JACKSON CUPBOARD Serving vibrant, organic, freshly made world cuisine.
Something for everyone:
The Jackson Cupboard opened in 2001 to meet the short-term
emergency food needs of community members. The group’s work is Meat, vegetarian, vegan, raw & gluten-free choices.
focused on linking the collection and distribution of food. Run solely Bakery, breakfast (served until 2:30pm), lunch & dinner.
by volunteers, without a single paid staff member, 94 percent of Super smoothies, fresh extracted juices, espresso & tea.
monetary donations are spent directly on food. In 2013, 3,617 peo-
ple walked through the doors, representing 8,849 family members Full bar & house infused botanical spirits.
served. New programs include the Teton County Library Snack Pro-
gram to provide snacks to kids who spend great amounts of time in 145 North Glenwood Street
the library after school. Hole Food Rescue partners with local grocery 307-734-0882
stores to collect consumable food about to be thrown away, distrib-
uting it to several organizations in town, including the Cupboard. The www.tetonlotuscafe.com
Senior Center Grocery Gift Card Program allows seniors in need to
access a more diverse array of food options. The Cupboard is located 33
in the basement of St. John’s Church and open to the public Mon-
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is open for donations Monday and Thursday from 11am-1pm. Those
in need can come up to three times without a referral. After that, a
referral must be obtained from a local social service agency.
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Feeding theValley
Cosmic Apple Farms Practices Organic, Biodynamic Farming
WORDS KRISTEN POPE | IMAGES JONATHAN SELKOWITZ
“There is a complete, homegrown, unique personal experience on each biodynamic farm, and that is why
there are such pronounced flavors and the nutritional quality is very good.”
- Jed Restuccia
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They run Cosmic Apple as an organic, biodynamic,
closed-loop system. “Biodynamics is unique in
the sense that it recycles all the farm nutrients,
which some forms of organic agriculture also do,”
Jed said. “It’s a really complete system of farming
where we have the right number of cattle to fer-
tilize our fields, and we intentionally focus on pro-
ducing the correct amount of fertility to grow the
vegetables and run the whole farm system. There
is a complete, homegrown, unique personal expe-
rience on each biodynamic farm, and that is why
there are such pronounced flavors and the nutri-
tional quality is very good.”
Cosmic Apple distributes their farm fresh goods
through CSA (Community Supported Agriculture)
memberships, where people pay a membership
fee and receive a weekly share of produce from
the farm throughout the summer months. They
also sell at local farmer’s markets, including the
Driggs Friday market and the Jackson markets on
Wednesdays and Saturdays. Additionally, they sell
plant starts of varieties they grow on the farm.
They sell pigs, eggs, beef, flowers, herbs and a wide
variety of seasonal vegetables, including greens,
salad mix, spinach, sorrel, peas, beans, carrots,
chard, kale, collards, potatoes, onions, garlic, car-
rots and many more. They also grow greenhouse
tomatoes and basil. However, growing in the
region’s harsh climate has its challenges. “There are
no frost-free months here,” Dale explained. “There
are big challenges with cold weather and such a
short season, but every place has its challenges.”
The couple has three kids, Dagan, 7, Axel, 5, and
Roxanne, 2. “They like being on the farm quite
a bit, they love the animals and vegetables, and
they eat tons of raw vegetables out of the fields,”
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INSPIRE
“Art is a gift we’ve been given
and it’s really been special
when that can make a significant
contribution.”
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Trio of Artists NanFcyODuRnlEopVCEawRdreJyACKSON 30TH ANNUAL
JACKSON HOLE FALL ARTS FESTIVAL
Capture the Landscape JAJoCshKuaSToObeNy SYMPHONY
A Visual, Performing & Culinary Arts Celebration
WORDS KELSEY DAYTON | IMAGES TRIO FINE ART GALLERY SEPTEMBER 3-14, 2014
Walking into Trio Fine Art Gallery, visitors are greeted by 37
the very artists whose work graces the gallery’s walls. In
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itself apart by being the work of three Jackson-based artists.
Trio became a collaboration of both art and business in 2005 when
painter Molly Martin recruited two other painters to share her gal-
lery and studio space. Kathryn Mapes Turner was one of those paint-
ers. At the time, the opportunity to show work was typically limited
to a traditional gallery model, according to Turner. But Trio offered a
new experience—an environment where artists could actually meet
the collectors.
Every time she makes a sale, Turner knows exactly where her paint-
ings are headed. She believes that there is something far more sat-
isfying about connecting directly with the collectors rather than just
getting the check in the mail from a far-flung gallery. “The experience
at Trio is very rich,” she explained.
Artistic control and full creative license were key parts of Trio’s incep-
tion. Galleries can often influence what an artist can exhibit, which
can influence the creative process. However, Trio allows artists free
reign over their creative process.
The trio that now defines the gallery includes Turner and her part-
ners, Bill Sawczuk and Jennifer L. Hoffman. Sawczuk’s favorite ele-
ment of Trio is the opportunity to share his thought process and
explain the thinking behind each of his paintings. Sometimes, when
he’s out plein air painting, he’ll talk to people who will then follow
him to the gallery.
Art can be intimidating, according to Hoffman. She believes that
walking into a gallery and being able to chat about the work on the
wall makes it more accessible. Trio also offers live demonstrations.
All three Trio artists have different and distinctive styles, but they
influence each other, according to Sawczuk. He has found himself
using moodier colors, which have sold well. Hoffman says she uses a
little more color now.
While the painters all have distinctive styles for their landscape
paintings, one thing they share is a desire to capture Jackson in the
way that only those who spend the entire year here can, according
to Turner. For instance, one day while spring skate-skiing she noticed
the light shimmering on the snow’s crust and it inspired her. “Unless
you live here, you don’t get the day-in and day-out nuances of the
area,” she explained.
The artists also participate in community events and make it a point
to give back to the community that supports them. They have col-
laborated with organizations like the Teton Raptor Center, creating
bird-inspired pieces and donating the proceeds from the work. They
also painted landscapes protected by the Jackson Hold Land Trust
and raised over $7,000 for the organization. “Art is a gift we’ve been
given and it’s really been special when that can make a significant
contribution,” Turner said. “It’s a really neat way to be connected
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Inspiring Creativity
Martha Bancroft Leads the Center for the Arts
WORDS KRISTEN POPE | IMAGE ANDY BARDON
As a young girl growing up near Wash- ular bands and other performers. They are also
ington, D.C., museums, art and culture focusing on collaboration, including working with
were a pivotal part of Martha Bancroft’s the Grand Teton Music Festival to co-present
childhood. She especially enjoyed visits to the the Met Opera. “It’s fun to collaborate with the
National Gallery of Art. “It was really neat to see festival,” Bancroft said. “It doesn’t feel like we’re
while I was growing up,” she said. Today, Bancroft competing with them, but we’re complementing
is the Director of the Center for the Arts, manag- what they offer.”
ing a facility that houses 19 organizations and a Bancroft enjoys working to guide the Center,
state-of-the-art theater. a pivotal creative outlet in the community. She
especially enjoys the education, culture, diversity
Like many in the valley, Bancroft first made her and out-of-the-box thinking. “We work with cre-
way to the Tetons shortly after college. After ative and vibrant people,” Bancroft said. “Every-
earning a degree in economics, she worked at an one is really smart and creative, and something
investment firm in Atlanta for a year before heed- is going on here all the time, from kids’ dance
ing the call of the mountains. Entranced by the classes to opening events.”
region, she spent her winters working at Jackson One of her favorite aspects of the Center is
Hole Mountain Resort and her summers at local offering kids the opportunity to succeed in cre-
restaurants until she landed a full-time job in the ative pursuits, emphasizing talents other than
resort’s human resources department. She left the adrenaline-packed outdoor sports that are
that position to serve often the focus in this community. “It’s such a
as Lynn Friess’ assis- family-oriented resource,” Bancroft said. “Some
tant and ultimately kids who don’t excel in outdoor sports find
moved her family— themselves here at the Center. Parents come for
“I think the natural beauty including husband openings and it’s a unique outlet for the whole
of our valley inspires art and culture. Chuck and sons Chris- community. It’s great how kids can shine.”
topher and Chase, She also believes the natural wonders of the
There are so many smart, talented, creative now 18 and 16—to area help fuel local creativity. “I think the natu-
individuals drawn to our community.” Arizona for nearly a ral beauty of our valley inspires art and culture,”
Bancroft explained. “There are so many smart,
- Martha Bancroft decade. talented, creative individuals drawn to our com-
munity. There are also the resources here to sup-
Looking to head back port the artists to realize their dreams.”
to Jackson, Bancroft The small-town atmosphere and daily interaction
received an offer to with community members are also aspects of the
serve as Business Manager at the Center and her position that she enjoys. “I love interacting with
family moved back in 2012, excited to join family people here,” Bancroft said. “It’s unbelievable to
and friends in the area. Soon after she arrived, be around such creative, educated, smart people.
the Center was in need of a new director and No day is ever the same. It’s fun to see familiar
Bancroft landed the position, working hard to faces, and work with an engaged staff and board
improve relationships with residents and com- who are committed to this community.”
munity members as well as improve the financial Bancroft is excited to see the Center move for-
stability of the organization as a whole. ward and develop. “I’m so proud of the Center
and how much it has changed,” she said. “It feels
“The Center is such a jewel and gift to our com- like we’re making a big difference here with the
munity,” Bancroft explained. “We want to do the Center, guests and community. It’s gratifying to
right thing as we expand wisely.” With 19 organi- hear people say supportive things. The Center is
zations housed in the Center and the theater to a great place to work and visit.” n
run, there is a lot to do.
The Center is working with residents and other
organizations on pulling in more visitors from
throughout the region by bringing in widely
known acts, such as David Sedaris, as well as pop-
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HIGHSTYLE PROFILE
Living the Mountain Lifestyle
Noah Robertson Leads Mountain Khakis
WORDS KRISTEN POPE | IMAGE DAVID BOWERS
The Mountain Khakis brand was born on show in Salt Lake City. They gave away 3,000 pairs
a napkin at the Shady Lady Saloon over at the show and the brand soon took off. Now,
a decade ago. Co-founder Noah Robert- their main headquarters is in North Carolina and
son and four other partners joined together to they have several satellite locations, including an
develop the concept for the iconic mountain office in Wilson.
brand. Starting with only three styles of pants,
the brand has grown to include over 100 differ- “Ultimately, Mountain Khakis is a really easy
ent styles of mountain clothing and accessories. brand for most people to connect with,” Robert-
The clothes are designed for all mountain town son said. “We’re a very open-armed company.
activities, not just the outdoor ones. “It was a We want people to feel good about what they’re
void that we saw nobody was really addressing,” wearing, and we want to support the environ-
Robertson explained. Designed to reflect the ment, the outdoors and living life to the fullest.”
style and culture of mountain towns, the duds
are worn by everyone from ski bums to business Mountain Khakis makes a
casual entrepreneurs to second homeowners. point to support environmen-
Made from custom-designed canvas and twill, tal and community causes
the garments are developed to be durable, styl- through the MK Fund. They “We’re a very open-armed
ish and functional, featuring action gussets and support numerous local and company. We want people to feel good
reinforcements for high-stress areas—perfect national organizations, includ- about what they’re wearing, and we want
for the mountain lifestyle. “It’s exciting to be on ing the Teton Raptor Center,
the lifestyle side of the industry,” Robertson said. Teton County Search and to support the environment, the outdoors
“Nobody makes a pair of pants like we do.” Rescue, Grand Teton National and living life to the fullest.”
Robertson’s path to Jackson was unconventional Park Foundation and the
in terms of Jackson stories—he came here for a Snake River Fund. The brand
job opportunity. The Massachusetts native had finds caring for the earth to - Noah Robertson
been living in Portland, Oregon, teaching out-
door education to sixth graders and leading teen be essential to their success,
adventure trips throughout the west when he using organic materials when-
landed in Jackson on a trip he was leading. While ever possible and supporting
he was in town, he happened to meet Cloudveil’s environmental causes. “It’s in the forefront of our
founders, who just so happened to be looking to minds to be a sustainable business,” Robertson
bring a new person on board—two weeks later, said. “Customers appreciate the work that we’ve
Robertson moved to Jackson and began work for done, that we’re doing it the right way.”
Cloudveil.
He spent five years at Cloudveil, involved in every Robertson and his wife, Amanda, have two avid
aspect of building the thriving brand from the adventurers—Rufus, 7, and Adelaide, 9. Amanda
ground up, including operations, sales, design owns the Rodeo women’s boutique in Teton Vil-
and supply chain management, as well as brand lage with her business partner, Anna Sullivan,
and message building. “It was priceless,” Robert- who is married to Steve Sullivan, one of Cloud-
son said. “I was very fortunate to be a part of it.” veil’s original founders. “I love the community
After Cloudveil, he worked for Mammut Sports and the people here,” Noah said. “It’s an amaz-
Group in Vermont for two years before commit- ing place to have a family. You can really feel safe
ting to make Mountain Khakis a reality in 2005. here. We get our inspiration from people who live
The brand launched with three styles of pants, here and the activities we know and love. It’s not
making their big debut at the Outdoor Retailer all outdoor sports—it’s team sports and chasing
children. We like to make people feel comfort-
able and confident in what they wear. But there’s
no denying Jackson people are hard on clothes,
so it’s important to make a very good product.” n
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HIGHSTYLE PROFILE
Mark Barron and Ruth Ann Petroff
Jackson politicians love each other and their hometown
WORDS LIZ COYLE | IMAGE JONATHAN SELKOWITZ
Mark Barron and Ruth Ann Petroff are Petroff was born and raised in Greeley, Colorado,
Jackson Hole’s power couple. Barron is and that’s where she got her start as a delivery
one of the town’s longest serving may- person for Domino’s Pizza. “In the early ‘80s,
ors. His better half, Petroff, serves as a Republi- they were the fastest growing restaurant chain in
can representative for District 16 in the Wyoming history,” she said. “Still no chain has come close
State Legislature. to what they were doing at that time.” Because
there was so much growth, she had a lot of
Not only do they make important decisions for opportunities and quickly worked her way up in
the town and state, they’re also savvy business the corporation and opened a store in Steamboat
owners. Barron owns High Country Linen Service Springs, Colorado.
and Petroff roasts and distributes gourmet coffee In 1988, she moved to Jackson to open a Dom-
beans as the owner of Snake River Roasting Com- ino’s storefront as a franchisee. Petroff owned
pany. Even though they both have know-how and and operated the store until 2006, when she
influence, they’re really down-to-earth and would decided to focus on her coffee business full-time.
probably prefer walking their two pups, Scout and She opened Hard Drive Café next to Domino’s in
Youk, on Snow King to any particular hobnobbing. 2003. Eventually, the shop moved to Maple Way,
which Petroff now leases to Café Boheme so she
“Every time I see the Tetons The two met in 2001 at a can work on Snake River Roasting Company.
I fall in love with them. meeting while they were both Barron was first elected mayor in 2003. He’s
Literally, every single time serving on the Jackson Hole served six terms and announced last year that
Community Counseling Center he will not be seeking reelection. His tenure
I look at them, Board. “I knew he had kids, so I makes him Jackson’s second-longest-serv-
they’re different. assumed he was married,” Pet- ing mayor, behind Harry Clissold, who served
Twenty-five years later, roff said recently, in their mod- from 1938 to 1965. Petroff was elected to the
I’m no less enthralled with ern central Jackson home. “We House of Representatives in 2010. She ran after
got to a meeting early and he the urging of her role model, Jackson business
the Tetons.” was talking about how his son owner and former legislator, Clarene Law. “I
wanted a motorcycle and he think I’m an effective voice for the community
- Ruth Ann Petroff said, ‘That’s the only thing my and I enjoy doing it,” she said. She’ll keep run-
ex-wife and I agree on,’ and he ning as long as she continues to feel she’s doing
meant the motorcycle but all I a good job, Petroff explained.
heard was ex-wife.” And when they’re not working or voting on deci-
sions that affect the town and state, the two are
The couple celebrated their 10th anniversary last involved with various nonprofit organizations
summer by bringing Celtic rockers Young Dublin- and boards and also ski, hike and bike.
ers to a Jackson Hole Live summer concert. The While Barron and Petroff are crazy about each
band played at their wedding in 2003. other, they both also love the Jackson Hole com-
munity, its people, and its beauty. “Every time I
Originally from Abington, Massachusetts, Barron see the Tetons I fall in love with them,” Petroff
has lived in Jackson since the 1970s, when he said. “Literally, every single time I look at them,
started working at Teton Laundry, which is now they’re different. Twenty-five years later, I’m no
High Country Linen Service. In 1981, he bought less enthralled with the Tetons.” n
the business with a friend and then bought him
out in 1990. He’s also a minority owner of Blue
Spruce, as his daughter, Mary Gieck, bought him
out and now runs the business.
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SUMMER ADVENTURES
WORDS LIZ COYLE
The Art of GuidingIMAGESDAVIDBOWERS
RIVER GUIDE CARSTEN STUHR • BIKING GUIDE DAVID HUNGER • MOUNTAIN GUIDE DAVID BOWERS • HIKING GUIDE CATHY SHILL
Whether it’s in the mountains or on the whitewater, guides in Jackson Hole know how to make their
guests have a one-of-a-kind experience. Guides combine know-how, confidence and charm to take
people out of their comfort zones and on to great adventures. The profession of guiding is all about
passion. And in many ways, it is truly an art. Here’s a glimpse into the lives of four different Jackson-based guides:
“I like getting people into a boat
and then bringing them into the mentality of it.”
– Carsten Stuhr
River Guide Carsten Stuhr Carsten Stuhr, a kayak instructor at Rendez- the West. After guiding in Utah and California, he
vous River Sports and guide at Black Dog moved to Jackson in the summer of 2005 to get
Raft Company, has been a river guide for more into river kayaking.
13 years, with nine of those years in Jackson. He Now, one of the most rewarding parts of his job
could probably tackle the whitewater or float is working with students as a part of the Jackson
the scenic part of the Snake River with his eyes Hole Kayak Club. “I like to get those kids into the
closed because of the numerous trips he’s taken whitewater and really get them hooked,” he said.
as a former Dave Hansen Whitewater head boat- His students affectionately call him “Wookie”
man. But don’t worry, he doesn’t. because of his dark blonde-striped beard and tall
“I like getting people into a boat and then bring- stature, according to Stuhr.
ing them into the mentality of it,” he explained. When he’s not guiding in Jackson, Stuhr is in West
“I’m always trying to show them the fun aspects Virginia guiding the Gauley River for Class VI River
of the river and not just survival down the river.” Runners. He also spent two summers guiding in
Stuhr wants all of his guests to play in the river, California on a “mid-career hiatus to explore new
have a good time and fall in love with the sport. water.” The Snake River at its highest can be con-
Originally from Alabama, Stuhr first came out to sidered a Class IV but is mostly a mellow river,
Jackson on a church mission trip when he was according to Stuhr. “It’s a family-friendly run. It’s
17 and that’s when he became enamored with a good one to get first-timers out on,” Stuhr said.
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Biking Guide David Hunger With a background in retail and outdoor leader- “People are looking
ship, David Hunger decided to combine the two, for something far more than
starting Teton Mountain Bike Tours in 1991. He
knew he didn’t want to be gone for long periods climbing a mountain.
of time like on the trips he had run with Outward As a guide, I’m a catalyst for
Bound and the National Outdoor Leadership
School. He also knew that he didn’t want to be helping people achieve
inside, selling people the gear that he wanted to whatever goal they have.”
be using. “The guided tour business was a nice
mix of the two,” he said. “I get paid to guide peo- – David Bowers
ple in the outdoors.”
Hunger grew up in New York State, spending a Mountain Guide David Bowers
couple childhood summers in Jackson Hole at
Teton Valley Ranch Camp. Those experiences David Bowers knows as well as anyone that for Exum and the winters as a ski patroller
always made him want to come back to the valley climbing mountains is more than just bag- at Jackson Hole Mountain Resort.
to live for good. He didn’t return with the inten- ging peaks. Bowers has led hundreds of Bowers is also a professional photographer
tion of starting a bike company, but it evolved. “I trips up the Grand Teton and other moun- who loves to capture people in their natural
like being outdoors,” he said. “I like sharing our tains in western Wyoming as an employee environments. He also shoots weddings.
backyard with the guests we get on tours and I of Exum Mountain Guides.
love to ride a bike.”
Teton Mountain Bike Tours’ most popular sum- He’s taken up dozens of couples, father-son The mountains offer him solace, and some-
mer routes include rides out to Antelope Flats duos and high-powered businessmen who times challenges. “The mountains have
and Jenny Lake in Grand Teton National Park. The have dreams of summiting a majestic crag. no respect for incompetence,” he said.
bike tours allow people to go “at a pace where “These people are looking for something far “They’re moody like all of us. They have
you can experience the Tetons,” he explained. more than climbing a mountain,” he said. personalities like we do, in a way.” He’s had
“You could drive the whole area in a car but it’s Bowers sees himself as a “catalyst for helping a lot of friends who have lost their lives at
a completely different experience … you’re not people achieve whatever goal they have.” the mountains’ mercy, he explained. But
smelling the smells, feeling the air and seeing the As a guide, he’s a good teacher, amateur people also die in car accidents everyday.
sights first-hand.” meteorologist and people person. Bowers “It’s a pretty fair trade-off,” he said.
Hunger and his employees also offer up tid- began climbing while growing up in Ten-
bits of natural and cultural history and wildlife nessee and the allure of bigger mountains A lot of his life is spent on the Grand Teton,
information during the day trips. According to drew him west for more adventures, but and he likes it that way. “It’s inarguably a
not necessarily as a guide. But his love for beautiful peak,” he said. “For its size, it’s
Hunger, good guides know the mountains got him into the business in very accessible. There are not many peaks
how to engage guests, keep 1998. Now, he spends the summers guiding in the country where you can climb 7,000
the trips safe and fun and vertical feet with virtually no approach.”
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travel to see stuff and you
can cover more mileage
than on foot.”
“You could drive the whole area in a car but
it’s a completely different experience …
you’re not smelling the smells, feeling the air and
seeing the sights first-hand.”
– David Hunger
Hiking Guide Cathy ShillSUMMER ADVENTURES
“Anybody can be an encyclopedia,
but you want to be personable and caring and
supportive of the group.”
– Cathy Shill
Nearly 30 years ago, Cathy Shill got her start
as a hiking guide when she led two bear-wary
flight attendants on a trip while working as a
naturalist at the Jackson Hole Mountain Resort.
That got her thinking about the need for hiking
guides in the valley and inspired her to start
her naturalist-guided tour company, The Hole
Hiking Experience. “In the ‘80s, pieces just fell
into place and a door opened for me to start to
share the natural world,” she said.
Twenty-five years later, her company is a suc-
cessful year-round touring outfit with guided
hiking and backpacking trips and wildlife tours
in Jackson Hole and the surrounding areas.
Shill, a trained biologist, enthusiastically
shares Teton County’s natural world, sharing
facts about the West Virginia-sized ecosystem
with the greatest wildlife diversity in the lower
48 states. “It’s a way to enhance and increase
awareness in the natural world,” she said
about her guided hikes.
Shill loves “meeting the peo-
ple, enhancing their visit,
giving them some ah-ha
moments,” she explained.
It’s easy to tell Shill gets a
kick out of her job and enjoys
being outdoors. She’s light-
hearted and always quick
to share fun facts about dif-
ferent plants and natural
history—that enthusiasm
is what makes her a stellar
guide. “Anybody can be an
encyclopedia, but you want
to be personable and car-
ing and supportive of the
group,” she said.
She also wants people to see the richness in
the environment and have them leave with
an awareness and appreciation to protect it,
according to Shill. “Hiking connects you more
deeply to the natural world and, ultimately, to
the web of life,” she said. “The Yellowstone eco-
system is unique. It’s really just here and Alaska
where you can be in an area that is complete
in a sense that the web and all the species that
were here historically are still here.”
And why should people join her or her guides
on a trip? “Why not?” Shill said. “You only
live once.” n
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SUMMER ADVENTURES
SuminmJaeckrsonAHolde ventures
Summer is a great time to explore Jackson Hole. Whether looking to experience outdoor adventure, enjoy the sum-
mer arts scene or simply soak in the beauty of the Tetons, there’s something for everyone. There are countless
reasons why millions of visitors pass through Jackson each summer—below are just a few of the highlights.
Grand Teton’s jagged peaks and Yellowstone’s For pedal pushers, biking options abound in Jackson are available at several locations. They typically IMAGES Mark Smith-Shutterstock.com, Planetphoto.ch-Shutterstock.com,
iconic geysers and unbeatable wildlife are not Hole. Take a cruise on the network of paved bike include a wagon ride, hearty homestyle dinner Dan Thornberg-Shutterstock.com, Geir Olav Lyngfjell-Shutterstock.com
to be missed on any trip to Jackson Hole. Either trails through town and up to Grand Teton National and Western entertainment. For those seeking
drive yourself or leave the driving to the pros on Park or enjoy cross-country biking trails from the a real Western experience, horseback rides are
a guided wildlife safari, offered by a number of popular Cache Creek Trailhead. For the adventurous, available near town and at many area ranches.
local companies. Naturalist guides do the driv- turn up the downhill mountain biking on Teton Pass Soar high above the valley on a hot air balloon
ing and provide expert eyes for wildlife spotting, or at Jackson Hole Mountain Resort. Bike rentals and ride in Teton Village. Then, learn what it’s like
with knowledge to share, binoculars and spotting equipment are available in town and at Teton Village. to soar like a bird with a Teton Raptor Center
scopes to lend, and some trips provide an added For maps and trail info: FriendsOfPathways.org tour. See TetonRaptorCenter.org for dates and
bonus—lunch. Get out on the river and enjoy whitewater thrills details.
Get out and explore Grand Teton and Yellow- or a fun, flatwater float. Rent kayaks, rafts In town, join the Jackson Hole Historical Soci-
stone National Parks, as well as the Bridger-Teton or inflatable kayak “duckies” or sign up for a ety for a free walking tour. Check Jackson-
and Caribou-Targhee National Forests. There guided trip. Or, grab an inner tube and float Flat HoleHistory.org for dates and details. Enjoy
are abundant hiking opportunities and plenty Creek through town. Stand Up Paddleboarding the nation’s longest continuously running
of places to pitch a tent and camp, whether at a is another popular way to get out on the water. Western shootout at the Town Square, daily
developed, primitive or backcountry site. Check Rentals are available in town and at Dornan’s, except for Sundays, at 6pm. Enjoy the collec-
rules and regulations and be sure to acquire just outside Grand Teton National Park. tions at the National Museum of Wildlife Art,
the correct permits. Also, be wildlife-savvy and The rivers and streams of Jackson Hole are para- just north of town.
take proper precautions when recreating in bear dise for fly-fishers. Stop by one of the outfitting Head over to Snow King for a scenic chairlift ride,
country. In Grand Teton National Park, the Jenny shops around town for gear, tips and to pick up hike, bike, or a thrilling ride down the Alpine Slide.
Lake Shuttle Boat transports visitors across the your fishing license. Guides are also available. Scale indoor rock climbing walls at Enclosure, just
lake. On the other side, there is a short hike to a Experience the “Wild West” with a covered south of town or check out the bouldering at Phil
waterfall. Summit a peak with one of the moun- wagon cookout. Chuckwagon dinners and shows Baux Park at the base of Snow King. n
tain guiding outfits licensed to lead mountain-
eers in the Tetons and beyond.
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Summer
75 At Snow King
Experience Alpine SlideSKI • HIKE • BIKE • PADDLE • FISH • SNOWBOARD • CAMP • BACKPACK • SKI BIKE • PADDLE • FISH • SNOWBOARD • CAMP • BACKPACK • SKI • HIKE • BIKE
Scenic Lift Rides
Jackson Hole Horseback Rides
Miniature Golf
Mountain Resort Hiking & Biking
Services Provides Array Paragliding
of Services
Photo:Edge Imaging
IMAGE ROB CAESAR
www.snowkingmountain.com
Rob Caesar has always loved sharing the
best of Jackson Hole with visitors. For • HIKE • BIKE • PADDLE • FISH • SNOWBOARD • CAMP • BACKPACK • SKI • HIKE •
years he worked as a rafting, fishing
and snowmobiling guide and outfitter and also New andforcoanlsl iygonumrenatdgveenatrures
guided interpretive and wildlife safaris. Now he
owns Mountain Resort Services, which is cele- Headwall Recycle Sports
brating its 17th year.
520 South Highway 89 • K-mart Plaza • Jackson, WY 83001 • 307-734-8022
He is still excited to share his hometown with www.Headwallsports.com
visitors. “When they arrive in Jackson Hole
they are unanimously in awe of the scenery,
the wildlife, the variety and quality of the activ-
ities and the people that make a life here,” he
explained. “They are, with rare exception, very
excited and enthusiastic to be here.”
Mountain Resort Services provides a wide
range of transportation options including
airport transport, VIP/executive services and
group transportation for weddings and spe-
cial events, as well as tours of Grand Teton
and Yellowstone National Parks. They also
provide a full range of home, property and
concierge services.
One of his passengers once explained to Cae-
sar why his clients always seemed to be in a
good mood. He explained, “This should not
be a surprise. You are usually helping people
accomplish something that is often one of the
most memorable times of their lives, whether
it is their wedding, a shuttle to a trailhead for
a backpacking adventure, their first ski trip in
Jackson or a wildlife safari to Yellowstone.” And
those satisfied clients are what keeps Caesar’s
business going strong. n
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SUMMER ADVENTURES
Glue, which turns into polyurethane foam when
dry. “It’s fun making stuff up and giving yourself
a challenge,” he said. “It’s like a little sculpture.”
Sanchez is well-known in the world of fly tying and
has won a number of prestigious awards, including
the Arnold Gingrich Memorial Life Award and the
Federation of Fly Fishers’ Buz Buszek Award—the
top honor in the fly tying world. His expertise led
him to write three books, A New Generation of
Trout Flies, The Never-Ending Stream and Intro-
duction to Saltwater Fly Tying, as well as freelanc-
ing as a writer and photographer for fly fishing
magazines in the U.S. and Japan.
The Lure of the Fly Known for developing a wide variety of innovative
flies, Sanchez created the Convertible Fly, which
Innovative Fly Tying Champ Scott Sanchez he uses for the annual Jackson Hole One-Fly com-
petition. Early each September, anglers gather on
WORDS KRISTEN POPE | IMAGES LINDSAY LINTON AND SCOTT SANCHEZ the Snake River to fish where they are allowed only
one fly per day. Ingenuity and craftsmanship are
“It’s an art that’s meant to be used, and functional art is definitely a cool deal.” key to mastering the art of one-fly competition—if
a fly falls apart or conditions change, an angler is
A - Scott Sanchez out of luck. With his convertible fly, anglers can cut
t the age of 12, Scott Sanchez discovered He enjoys seeing what his mind can conjure up and adapt it according to changing conditions and
his brother-in-law’s fly tying kit. Intrigued, and what his hands can create. “It’s great being needs. Sanchez is also well-known for his Double
he soon raided his mother’s sewing box able to do what you want, finding different ways to Bunny fly, developed on a fishing trip to Belize, as
and collected scraps of roadkill in order to begin catch fish,” Sanchez said. “Growing up and fly tying well as his Santa fly, depicting jolly old Saint Nick.
designing his own flies. By the age of 14, the pre- on my own, without a bunch of materials, taught His shop offers a variety of fly tying classes,
cocious fisherman was teaching adult fly tying me to be more creative and open minded. I have including a free class for kids that met once a
classes. Now, Sanchez runs the fly shop at JD High a reputation for using odd, unconventional mate- week over the winter. The drop-in class didn’t
Country Outfitters. rials.” One of Sanchez’s favorite materials is Gorilla require any kind of prior commitment or expe-
rience, just the desire to be creative and design
flies. “It’s a breath of fresh air,” Sanchez said.
Being able to use the flies he creates appeals to
Sanchez. “It’s a functional art,” he explained. “It’s
like gunsmithing or knifemaking, it’s an art that’s
not meant to be hung up and looked at. It’s an
art that’s meant to be used, and functional art is
definitely a cool deal.” n
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