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Winter 2015-16

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Avy Ready? Know before you go

table of contents

Winter photo tips Make the most of snow season

12 So, you want to ice fish?

8 Advice from a pro for driving on snow

Teton Valley Map

36 Local groomed Nordic trails 48

Cross-country skiing: worth the sore legs (and Lycra)

Snow sculpture viewer's guide

26 Movies — ski related and otherwise — to check out this winter

Know before you go: how to be safe in avalanche land

"Ride the Tetons" doesn't have to mean you're on a snowboard

The non-skier’s guide to the outdoors in Teton Valley

Enjoy the winter wonderland of West Yellowstone, Montana

a t Te t o n Av i a t i o n C e n t e r

G r e a t H a p p y H o u r, Fo o d & A m b i a n c e

Getting the details right

Scenic Flights

Teton Valley: A fine place for a sled

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Teresa was born and raised in the Pennsylvania wilds, where she fell in love with winter and learned to fear downhill skiing. In her first winter in Teton Valley, she is looking forward to experiencing the anomaly that is simultaneous snow and sunshine. She is also eager to test out her Subaru’s snow tires, try some snowshoeing and Nordic skiing, and take an excessive number of pictures every time Driggs or Victor turns into a sparkly snow globe town. Look for Teresa covering snow events this season all around the valley. She may also be found by a cozy fire curled up with flannel, Fitzgerald and a mug of cocoa.

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hoever makes it into the sheriff’s report gets 50 bucks,” my boss announced as he left the office one afternoon. We have a habit of egging each other on here at the TVN. But not long after, a description of me appeared in a short paragraph in the police blotter. The previous week, it stated, a rescue operation was, thankfully, called off one night when the temperature in Teton Canyon was supposed to dip well below zero. I was suddenly $50 richer. We’ll rewind. The facts of the incident are easy enough to grasp: We had started our ascent up a snowcovered mountain way too late, we had gotten off the path in feet of heavy powder and we had forgotten to pack the essentials. No bueno, indeed. By the time my wife called SAR, the sun had gone down, the moon had risen, and we were forced to pick our way down the final stretch of a (still) Roaring Creek — a thin, icy veneer covers it in winter. Thankfully, it was a cloudless night and the moon was just bright enough for us to pick our way through a maze of braided waterways, in the snow, without flashlights (No, we hadn’t brought any. Why do you ask?). I owe a big thanks to whoever established a skin track up the Alaska Basin trail. It led the way to safety. We made it to the trailhead with enough time and cell phone battery to call off the (still) rallying Teton County Wyoming Search and Rescue, but with bruised psyches, for sure. I don’t think I touched anything in the back-

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country for the rest of the season. So, I had violated rule number one: I’d gotten search and rescue called on me. Was it worth it? That’s debatable. This is the part where I’m supposed to tell you how important it is to stretch yourself, to push your limits, to go where no other explorer has gone before, to go all Jeremy Jones on all your friends and family. Sadly, I’m not going to repeat any quotes from TED talks about living life to the fullest. It may sound old-school, but it’s still important to let someone know your plans and when you’ll be home. It’s still important to bring the essentials, like extra food, light, layers, a knife and fire starter. It’s still important to be smart, no matter what you do. Whether you’re riding the chair three times a week, learning to ice skate at the Kotler Ice Arena or marking as high as you can on your new sled, just promise me one thing this winter: promise me you’ll GET OUT and enjoy all that Teton Valley has to offer, and promise me you’ll stay safe.

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Advice from a pro for

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Teresa Mull Get Out! Staff

inter brings to Teton Valley a landscape of brilliant, dazzling white. As the long-awaited snow settles on the ground, the area sees a flurry of activity as people flock to the slopes to take part in all types of frosty fun. Navigating a motorized vehicle in inclement weather or a snowpacked road, however, can put a damper on making the most of the season. David Higgins makes driving in unpredictable conditions his business, literally. He’s a professional rally car driver for the Subaru Rally Team USA. He’s won the Rally America championship six times and is the current champion. He also owns the Higgins Rally School and Off Road Centre in the U.K., “where champions have literally been born and bred.” Higgins offered some advice to the TVN about how to prepare for winter driving, what to do in dangerous situations, and why you should probably own a Subaru if you live here.

As an instructor, what are the three most common mistakes you see drivers make when trying to navigate on snow and ice, and how should they correct them? First they should allow more time and be prepared; don’t expect to do your journey in the same time as you do in good weather. Secondly, make sure you don’t panic. Look ahead and keep your momentum. Try to avoid sudden brake movements or throttle inputs. Look ahead and try and find the best grip in the road. Snow is always better than ice for grip. Try and avoid any polished-looking sections which would be icier. Braking into [intersections] and pulling away are always slippery as they polish the most from the other cars, so allow longer braking distances.

What are some common mistakes you see the average driver making in general, and what should be done differently?

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Most accidents are very often caused by over-correction when the car slides, so try not to counter-steer too much and always be ready to get the steering straight again as soon as the car comes back with some light throttle. Lifting off power while counter-steering normally ends badly.

What should drivers do when they find themselves losing control on a slippery surface? Well, this is a tricky one. In competition at the wheel of my purpose-built Subaru rally car I normally give a load of power and hope I can pull out of trouble. But if you know the car is really not coming back to you, try and look for a runoff area that you can slide into rather than hitting the back of a car in ahead of you. No point wrecking two people’s days! Snow driving continued on page 10

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Subaru.com/rally A hard-charging David Higgins won every stage of the Sno*Drift Rally 2015.

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What makes Subaru a smart choice for people who live in areas with harsh winters and mountainous terrain? Subarus are fantastic cars in slippy conditions, because they have by far the best all-wheel drive system and the cars are fairly light compared to some others out there. Also the flat-four engine (horizontally opposed BOXER engine) offers smooth power delivery and a low center of gravity, which helps the car feel nimble. Also going a little sideways is in the brand’s DNA. It’s not just luck that has given this brand so many rally titles.

What should people who do not own all-wheel drive cars do differently while driving in inclement weather?

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Subaru.com/rally Subaru Rally Team USA's first 2015 WRX STI rally car ploughs through the snowy roads of Michigan at Sno*Drift Rally.

My suggestion would be to dress up warm and bring some snacks, [so] when you are stuck on the side of the road you can at least watch the drivers who made a smarter car choice without getting cold and hungry! Oh, and charge your phone so you can start shopping for your next Subaru. But honestly, always make sure you have the best winter tires you can get; they are the only contact your car has with the road. For a two-wheel drive car, winter tires will make a huge difference from a safety standpoint.

What should people be aware of as far as the effects of cold weather on their vehicles, and what should they do to prepare?

Check to make sure that your screen wash is full and have some spare in the car. And when you are following other cars, be careful that the snow that kicks up does not get into your air filters or block your car’s radiators. Keep your distance.

What is your favorite U.S. rally course and why?

I don’t really have a favorite event but I would say the Sno*Drift is the biggest challenge and an event that, if it goes well, is the most rewarding. Driving over 120 mph on snow and ice with no studs on your tires (studded winter tires are not allowed at Sno*Drift) is a real buzz, although trying to get stopped can be a little hairy at times!

What it’s like being in a professional rally racer?

It’s a huge challenge. We have to trust our co-drivers and our cars so much as we are doing crazy speeds on roads that we don’t know. It’s very intense and very busy but I love the fact that we drive in so many different types of conditions.

How did you get started in rallying? What advice would you give to someone who wants to get started? My grandparents rallied and then my parents did as well, so it’s in the blood. Both my brother and I have been professional rally drivers now for over 20 years. We both started on motor bikes then raced karts before we were old enough to rally. ❆

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eton Valley is renowned as a world-class fly-fishing destination. While hardcore anglers continue to pursue their passion into the icy river waters well into the coldest months, many fishermen choose to walk on top of the water instead. Andy Asadorian, an employee of WorldCast Anglers in Victor, has been ice fishing all his life. He got his start in the lake-rich state of Michigan, where he grew up, and has been living and fishing in Teton Valley for the past 15 years. “Having the right warm stuff” is key to making your ice fishing venture successful and enjoyable,

Asadorian said. Layers that you can remove and put back on will make sure you don’t overheat while hiking out to your fishing spot, and will ensure you’ll be able to stay warm once you arrive and are sitting still. Asadorian said all lakes are different, but that most in the area do have fish in them. It’s best to ask someone who has already fished a particular lake for advice. “If you see a frozen lake, wait a few days,” Asadorian said. “It’s better to be safe than sorry.” According to Asadorian, ice fishermen should look for good, hard, clear ice that is at least six to eight inches thick. Shallower lakes, he said, ice over more

Andy Asadorian proves that frigid temperatures don't keep fish from biting, as he shows off a trophy specimen caught while on the ice.

quickly, while deeper lakes take longer to get ice, but also keep their ice for longer periods. Every ice angler should also be equipped with safety equipment, such as a jacket that floats and an ice pick. Shelters with heaters are another friend to the ice fisherman. “It’s like a little city inside there,” Asadorian said. Modern technology can also guide fishermen to greater success. Tools like sonar can sense fish beneath the ice's surface, and cameras can be dropped down the fishing holes to determine the lake’s terrain.

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Kerry Fisher, a fly-fishing guide at Three Rivers Ranch (TRR) Outfitters in Driggs, said he got his start ice fishing at age five or six, and has since fished competitively. Fisher said a lot of factors go into being prepared for an icefishing excursion. “Watch your weather,” he said. “38 degrees is plenty warm if you’re on thin ice.” Bitterly cold weather, of course, can be just as dangerous. “A five-mph wind can freeze you off the ice,” Fisher said. “In Idaho we’re always pre-

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Asadorian presents a fish he caught while winter fly-fishing.

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pared. Dress properly. Your feet are probably the most important because there’s slush, and you’ll be wading in six inches of water.” Dave Heib of TRR Outfitters said getting to know the lake, its bottom characteristics and structure, during the summer season will be immensely useful in the winter, when snow cover makes the landscape appear different. Knowing how fish behave in various temperatures is yet another thing ice fishermen pay attention to. Regulations also vary by state, and fishermen should inform themselves about rules that dictate the number of holes permitted per fisherman, licenses and the

number of fish one is allowed to keep.

A five-mph wind can freeze you off the ice. In Idaho we’re always prepared. Dress properly. Your feet are probably the most important because there’s slush, and you’ll be wading in six inches of water.

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Some ice fishermen and their best friends on the lake.

Some favorite ice fishing spots in the area are Jackson Lake, Palisades Reservoir and Henry’s Lake. Asadorian described ice fishing as “beautiful and peaceful,” and a “great way to get some fresh air and exercise.” “Go with friends,” he said, “it’s lots of fun.”

Fisher agreed that ice fishing is a great way to spend time with friends and family. “That’s the thing about ice fishing,” he said. “Catching a fish is just a bonus.” ❆

An ice fisherman with his catch of the day.

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e d i u g ’s r e i k s n o n The Valley n to e T in rs o o td u o e th to Scott Stuntz Get Out! Staff Ever heard the phrase that one person’s trash is another’s treasure? Well some people have similar feelings about fun. Tell one person you are going to strap skis on their feet, haul them up a mountain and then send them flying down, and they will be stoked. Tell the same thing to another person and they might be terrified. So what do you do in Teton Valley if you want to be outside but don’t want to alpine ski? Snowshoe Do you want to see nature, but be able to see a few more details than when you avoid trees or scare the occasional bird while zooming down a hill? Do you want to see the forest beyond groomed crosscountry skiing trails? “The point of snow shoes is that they give you the freedom to get off that trail,” said Colin Boeh, who for the past few seasons led snowshoe tours at Grand Targhee Resort and who is now leading tours in Yellowstone National Park. You can also go off-trail with the right type of cross-country ski. However, for those who have never tried Nordic skiing before, it can be tough. Even gentle hills can be difficult to negotiate, since only your toe is attached to the ski. “For people who aren’t so coordinated [nordic skis] don’t work, but with snow shoes, you can charge up hills and then go right down,” Boeh said. A good place to try snowshoeing, and see some interesting wildlife, is the Sheep Bridge Trail in Teton Canyon. “I guess I choose that trail because the birds are really good,” Boeh said. He said you can see brown creepers, mountain chickadees, pine siskins, ruby crowned

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pers, since you're able to see them up close. “It almost makes you feel warm.”

Boeh said the dipper is the only aquatic songbird in the United States. He said instead of craning your neck to see something the size of a golfball high in the treetops, you can snowshoe next to the creek in Teton Canyon and watch an American Dipper swim under the ice and hunt for dragonfly larvae.

Besides Sheep Bridge, Grand Targhee has snowshoeing trails and there are Forest Service trails off the road to the resort that offer great wildlife viewing. Boeh said he’s even seen wolf tracks in that area. He said the best way to find Forest Service trails is to visit the USFS Ranger Station in Driggs and ask for the winter use map.

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Fat Biking (AKA Snow biking) What many people don’t realize about fatbikes is how similar they feel to traditional mountain bikes. Many people also fail to realize that just like biking in the summer, fatbiking can be hard work. “I’ve seen a lot of people come overdressed, ready for the downhill skiing scene,” said Bryce Broderick at Peaked Sports. He said layering — giving you the option of removing layers of clothing as not to overheat — is key and that people getting ready for their first fatbike ride should dress more along the lines of nordic skiing than if they were gearing up to go alpine skiing at a resort. “I’ve seen people come in wearing snow goggles,” Brod-

erick said. “You’re going to sweat out of those right away.” A good pair of gloves is important, too. Foot warmers can be a good touch as well, he said, since some people want to wear their summer cycling shoes, even though they may not be insulated enough for winter. As far as pedals go, Broderick said clipless pedals are usually not a good idea as they can get clogged with snow and that platform pedals are a better idea. He said many people already have an idea of where they want to go when they rent a fatbike, but Teton Canyon and Grand Targhee, which have singletrack fatbiking, are good options. For those using groomed trails like Teton Canyon, Broderick

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Winter photo tips Make the most of snow season Stephen Henderson Get Out! Managing Editor

ou step off the trail to capture the winter wonderland. You crouch in the snow and snap away. When you get home, you realize all of your photos are fuzzy blurs of white. Whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s wrong? It could be a number of problems (including using the wrong settings) but either way, winter photography can have the added challenge of too much light, possibly boring backgrounds and harsh weather. But, if you know how to use them to your advantage, these conditions can be blessings.

Weather Most photographers run from harsh weather. But pros understand that weather changes can produce some of the most striking images out there. Swirling clouds, a wall of rain or snow, sheets of light through the clouds and fog are all opportunities to capture an interesting image. Don’t be foolish (be sure you’re equipped with an umbrella or plastic bags) but don’t be afraid of the weather, either. If you’re caught in a downpour, figure out how to take shelter and still capture an image.

Cold & Humidity Cold and humidity can wreck an expensive camera or lens in an instant. Extreme, sudden changes in humidity, for example, can end up fogging up the inside of a camera lens, and wide temperature changes can do the same. One easy way to overcome the possibility of messing up your gear is to slowly acclimate it to the change. Set your camera inside its carry bag or backpack outside before you leave to shoot a snow scene. This way, the insulation of the bag helps the camera's temperature change at a slower rate. If it's been sitting out for a while (say, 30 minutes) hopefully that’s enough time. The same goes for returning indoors. Just bring it inside its bag and let it come back up to temperature.

Remember, the cold can quickly sap the energy from your camera battery. Keep your batteries in your pocket or somewhere they’ll stay warm (some people pack them in a pocket with instant hand warmers) so you’ll have enough juice to shoot. Photo tips continued on page 22

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Basic settings

During the winter daylight hours, there’s plenty of light to work with. For starters, find your ISO setting and turn it way down (to 100 or 200) because your camera’s sensors don’t need to be as sensitive to light (there’s plenty around). Plus, you'll avoid shooting noisy images.

Light and dark

Look for the play between light and shadow. Many photographers expose their images for the highlights, adding drama and texture. It can be easy to find a dark scene with a light accent. Here, set your camera to spot metering mode, and point the center of your image at the lightest spot in the scene to measure the light. Then, shoot the scene to capture the lightest part of the image correctly, and let the darks be darks. It’s a nice departure from HDR (high dynamic range) shooting, where everything is exposed to perfection and often fake-looking.

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Get up early, stay out late

On the eastern side of the Tetons, the name of the game is morning, morning, morning. Get up early, even before sunrise, to capture the glow of the sun hitting peaks and hills. On the western side in Teton Valley, evening provides epic sunsets. Check the times for sunrise and sunset, and make it a point to be on time. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s often worth it. Photo tips continued on page 24

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Top photo spots around Teton Valley

The overlook at Highway 33 (west of Tetonia) is a great vantage point for capturing the entire valley as well as the mountains. Try heading north on Highway 32 for a change in the everyday Teton angle seen from Driggs. â?&#x2020;

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Movies

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Scott Stuntz Get Out! Staff

The classic

The Blizzard of AAHHH’s (1988) If you've ever been bored by a Warren Miller movie, then you know why this movie was made. A wicked sense of humor and a modern soundtrack, for 1988, made this movie revelatory. Now with ski movies having to resort to ever steeper and more dangerous terrain or naked skiing segments, it’s healthy to look back to what shook up the industry over 25 years ago.

The movie to explain the classic to your kids Legend of Aahhh’s (2012) This making-of and tribute film is great for those who remember Blizzard’s impact and for those who are used to the current era of extra-steep shots and nudity.

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Ski Movies on Netflix For those who don’t have an extensive ski-movie collection hidden away somewhere, Netflix offers several solid ski movies. For those who want some

reflection and a hippie-artistic vibe with their pow shots, "Valhalla" is a great pick. Oh, and it ends with the aforementioned naked skiing scene.

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Also check out “Into the Mind” and “All I Can.” They are both solid skiflicks and are on Netflix, as of Nov. 2015.

The obligatory Christmas movie National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation (1989) If you’re on a Christmas ski vacation, you should probably pack at least one holidaythemed movie. Christmas Vacation is set during Christmas but is funny and wicked enough, really, to be enjoyed any time of the year. It doesn’t have anything to do with skiing, but few things are as gnarly as the scene of Clark screaming down a sledding hill thanks to his nonnutrative cereal varnish. Movies continued on page 28

Movies continued from page 27

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In the adventure documentary 180° South, a young man follows in the footsteps of Yvon Chouinard on a southbound journey into Chile's Patagonia region.

The inspirational 180° South (2010) Again, not a ski film, but it offers climbing, surfing and the soul-searching, adventure vibe that brings many to the mountains in the first place. The film follows Jeff Johnson as he tries to re-create Yvon Chouinard and Doug Tompkin’s 60s trip to Patagonia. It includes internal turmoil, mountains and heart-to-hearts about the value of wild places. Throw this on after a day of falling too much, or in late winter when your motivation is waning. It should recharge your batteries.

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The one you love but shouldn’t think too hard about Out Cold (2001) The story revolves around saving the local ski mountain and a painfully cliché romance, but that doesn’t keep it from being flat-out funny. The main charm from this movie doesn’t come from the main character or the storyline but from the supporting cast. It features a pre-“The Hangover” Zack Galifianakis and Thomas Lennon from “The State” and “Reno 911.” Yeah, the humor is a bit on the frat-boy side and none of the acting was in danger of winning an Oscar, but if you just want to chill at the end of the day it’s a great movie. Just remember to turn your brain off a bit. ❆

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Teton Valley:

A fine place for a sled American Dog Derby Ashton, Feb. 18-20

Stephen Henderson Get Out! Managing Editor

he northern Rockies might be famous for skiing, but they’re also the birthplace of dog sled racing in the contiguous U.S. In fact, the American Dog Derby, which takes place just north of Teton Valley in Ashton, Idaho, is America’s oldest and longest-running sled dog race. The Ashton races began in 1917 and continue to this day (the Iditarod didn’t get its start until 1973). Other professional races make their way through the Greater Yellowstone area, as well, including this year’s Eukanuba Stage Stop Race. Experience these and other races in person this winter, and visit the Teton Valley Museum or Teton Geotourism Center for recommendations on where to catch a local ride on a sled.

Between Feb. 18 and 20, the American Dog Derby takes to the streets and hills north of Ashton, Idaho, including to the lower corner of Yellowstone National Park. The race includes 100-mile and 60-mile versions, as well as shorter seven-mile races and a four-mile skijor race (dogs pull mushers, who are riding cross country skis). Make sure to bundle up, as the weather in February can be extra cold. Here are a few suggestions for staying warm: • Dress in layers • Wear a windproof coat • Wear well-insulated footwear and a warm hat • Instead of standing in the cold snow, bring a chair or foam seat to sit on • Bring binoculars to watch mushers from a distance Be sure to ask mushers beforehand if you'd like to pet a dog. Most dogs get extra excited before racing, and some might even get a bit aggressive. Always do the safe thing, and ask first. Another fun part of the Ashton Dog Derby is the 100-yard mutt race, as well as the weighted sled pull, in which muscular dogs of all breeds try to drag the sled as far as they can through the snow.

Eukanuba Stage Stop Race Jackson Hole to Evanston, Wyoming, Jan. 29 to Feb. 6 The annual race starts in Jackson, travels through four states, and finishes in Evanston, Wyoming. One of its stops the last few years has been Driggs. This year, it rolls through Teton Valley on Saturday, Jan. 30 after Day One in Jackson Hole on Friday, Jan. 29.

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Last year’s venue was the steep Kay’s Wall southwest of Tetonia, where mushers raced through a section of

the Big Hole Mountains. This year’s race could happen in the same location, but might change due to snow conditions. Check back with the Teton Valley News as race day gets closer. Professional mushers, who travel from all over, competing in this race can win over $10,000 after nine days of racing. Sled dogs continued on page 34

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Rodeo Run SledDog Races West Yellowstone, Montana, Dec. 17-19

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This winter looks to be exceptional in West Yellowstone, with an annual snowfall average of 143 inches. The streets of West Yellowstone will remain snow-packed all season, providing a trailhead literally at your front door.

local experts and can provide a wealth of information about Yellowstone and personal experiences that you would never read in a guidebook. No other season rivals the wonder of Yellowstone in winter. Erupting geysers and hissing vents propel amazing clouds of steam into clear blue skies. This winter looks to be exceptional in West Yellowstone, with an annual snowfall average of 143 inches. The streets of West Yellowstone will remain snow-packed all season, providing a trailhead literally at your front door. Ski or snowmobile from your hotel or motel to an extensive trail system, including a 400-mile groomed snowmobile trail system that winds through the southern reaches of Montana and into Island Park, Idaho, and over 35 kilometers of varied terrain on the Rendezvous Ski Trails on the southwest edge of town. Not to mention all of the miles of trails to the north and west of town. The Grizzly & Wolf Discovery Center The Grizzly & Wolf Discovery Center is open yearround (these grizzlies don’t hibernate) and offers kid-friendly activities and presentations, including “Birds of Prey” and Keeper Kids. Weekly presentations

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by Yellowstone Park rangers can be found right in West Yellowstone at the Visitor Information Center. The local skating rink and sledding hill, located at Pioneer Park, are open daily to the public and rentals are available. Kids’N’Snow weekends Winter brings a variety of events to West Yellowstone. Monthly, Kids’N’Snow weekends offer an assortment of lowcost activities introducing families to winter activities including ice skating and sledding, snowshoeing, sled dog rides, M120 Snowmobile demo rides, winter learning programs and Saturday night S’mores. This year’s winter series runs Dec. 17, 2015 through March 6, 2016. Yellowstone Ski Festival Ski events include the annual Yellowstone Ski Festival held Thanksgiving week each November, and the annual Yellowstone Rendezvous Race in March, the area’s only marathon cross-country ski race. Make it a weekend and bring your camera

for the Youth Ski Festival on March 6. Young skiers compete in light-hearted events like musical chairs, relay races and the obstacle course. Or try one of the citizen ski races, open to every age and racing ability. Winners take home the highly coveted SPAM can trophies. The Rendezvous Ski Trails also host the growing sport of winter biathlon which combines Nordic skiing and shooting. For a fun time, visit the second week of February for the annual Taste of Trails, a casual snowshoe or ski event with food stations along the way.

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on March 6. Young skiers compete in light-hearted events like musical chairs, relay races and the obstacle course. Or try one of the citizen ski races, open to every age and racing ability. Winners take home the highly coveted SPAM can trophies.

West Yellowstone Sled Dog Races December kicks off the beginning of the sled dog race series in West Yellowstone as well. West Yellowstone Sled Dog Races will host three events this winter, starting with the Rodeo Run Races in December that includes ski-joring (dog and human). Mushers and their teams will be available for a meet and greet during the Christmas West continued on page 42

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Stroll on December 17th. The series continues in January with the Fun Run when professional mushers from all over the world converge on West Yellowstone to train their teams at high elevation in preparation for the International Pedigree Stage Stop Sled Dog Race (IPSSSDR). The 2nd Annual Yellowstone Special Stage Race is a three-day stage race designed with the smaller kennels in mind, and will take place February 29-March 2, 2016 (See p. 30 for more sled dog races). NAIFC Ice Fishing Tournament In January, the NAIFC Ice Fishing Tournament takes place on Hebgen Lake, just north of town. This official North American Ice Fishing Circuit event on Hebgen Lake at Kirkwood Resort & Marina, is winter’s equivalent of summer’s big time bass and walleye tournaments, filled with seminars, a kid’s workshop and the fishing competition itself. The West

Yellowstone/Hebgen Lake Tournament, like all NAIFC qualifiers, is a three-day event, two-thirds education and onethird competition, with a maximum entry of 150 two-persons teams. For those three days, West Yellowstone becomes the center of Ice Fishing with tremendous Fishing Education opportunities on Friday & Saturday and World Class Competition on Sunday. The 26th Annual Snowmobile & Powersports Expo The Expo will culminate the winter with snowmobile events, a vintage snowmobile show and racing, M120s, concerts and the Exhibition Hall where snowmobile manufacturers showcase the next year’s models all at one place at one time. We look forward to seeing you in West Yellowstone, Montana this winter. For more information visit us at DestinationYellowstone.com. ❆

World class skiing You don’t have to go too far to find some of the best powder in the world.

Grand Targhee Resort

Only 12 miles from downtown Driggs, Grand Targhee offers 2,270 vertical feet of skiing in over 2,600 acres of terrain. The resort offers a local vibe, four chairlifts, a magic carpet for the kiddos, and even offers tubing. Full-day adult lift tickets cost $75.

Jackson Hole Mountain Resort Targhee’s big

brother, Jackson includes 13 lifts, 140 trails and over 4,000 vertical feet of skiing. JHMR’s powder rivals Targhee’s many years, but don’t forget your fur coat and PataGucci. Full-day adult lift tickets cost $88 in early season and then jump to $125.

Snow King Mountain

skiing, Snow King isn’t the biggest in the neighborhood. But with lifts moving literally steps from downtown, it makes skiing from the town of Jackson easy as anything. The resort also offers night skiing from 4-7 p.m. Tues.-Sat. Full-day adult lift tickets cost $47.

Kelly Canyon Resort

Head over Pine Creek Pass and through Swan Valley toward Ririe, Idaho. Nestled in the hills northeast of Idaho Falls, you’ll find Kelly Canyon. It’s only 1,000 vertical feet of skiing, but it’s not bad with short lift lines and over 600 skiable acres. They also keep a fun terrain park (watch for vans to huck over) and a half pipe, as well as great night skiing.

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Getting the details right Stephen Henderson Get Out! Managing Editor Marian Butler turns 90 this winter, and she’s still getting the details just right. On a given day, it’s possible to find the Alta, Wyoming resident working on a new 24-by-48-inch work of the Teton peaks. She refers to the Tetons, which loom just around the corner from her home

as “The Peaks.” For her, there’s no need to specify. She’s painted them dozens of times, taking many hours to complete tiny details in her work. Art critics and teachers throughout her life, she said, have frowned on her attention to detail. After one class many years ago in which the teacher insisted she was “doing it all wrong,” she even quit painting for a few years.

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“I didn’t paint because I thought I couldn’t paint the way I was supposed to,” she said. “It comes out of everyone differently.” Years later, she said she can’t change the way she paints. “That little patch of rocks took me a whole day,” she said, pointing to a reprint of the Tetons in the summer, painted from the viewpoint on the top of Grand Targhee. “To this day, there’s not one rock out of place. I enjoy that.” This artist, whose work could be

confused for photographs, has painted the local peaks—and more—for most of her life. It was a 50-cent prize she won at age 13 that helped her realize her talent was more than just an interest. And decades later, when her first husband was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease and with children living both in and out of the house, she began painting more regularly to supplement the family income.

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“I didn’t paint because I was a painter,” Butler said. “I painted because I needed the money.”

Butler said, is to cover only the cost of printing, as well as shipping.

Today, she paints as a way of leaving something behind for the growing number of her descendants. Butler calls nine living children hers, as well as over 40 grandchildren. Now, her daughter has taken up the task of getting prints created.

These days, Butler's goal is to leave each of her children with three paintings: a portrait of each, a painting of “The Peaks” and a painting of the Swiss landscapes from which her first husband’s family came. It’s a way of helping the children remember their heritage.

“My daughter said, ‘Let’s duplicate them!’” Butler said. They’re now reproduced by a professional in Salt Lake City. 24-by-48-inch prints sell for $310, and 18-by-36-inch prints for $235. The price her daughter charges,

“It sometimes makes you a little more serious about living when you know where you come from and you know where you’re going,” she said. ❆

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Cross-country skiing Worth the sore legs (and Lycra) Stephen Henderson Get Out! Managing Editor I bought my first pair of skate skis before I’d ever tried the sport. I know; not the wisest tactic. But if the thought of downhill skiing scares you and you’re not into trudging through the snow on snowshoes, consider cross-country skiing this season.

Luckily, I had great trails to fool around on in Teton Valley last winter before my crosscountry technique resembled amateur status. The Alta, Wyoming track (which begins near the Alta Library) was somewhat challenging for a beginner, but worth a shot. I ended up falling a couple of times, mostly because of my poor technique and due to the fact that I was using downhill ski poles. Turns out there’s a reason for those extra-long poles. Whatever your poison—classic or skate—, cross-country skiing is a great way to get outside and get the blood flowing. Despite their differences, both offer a great cardiovascular workout, if done correctly.

A study by researchers at Ball State University found that cross-country skiers have a much higher fitness level than those who live sedentary lives. In fact, the magnitude of the differences was “jaw-dropping,” according to The Globe and Mail. “The results of a battery of physical tests … show that the skiers had approximately twice the cardiovascular and muscular fitness of the untrained group,” the news outlet published. The findings make sense. As opposed to biking or running, cross-country skiing involves the legs as well as the upper body and arm muscles, which are used for poling forward. If you’re new to the sport, ask for a lesson at a local shop or find a friend who can coach you. That’s important,

because you want to get the most out of the experience, avoid injury and build on correct habits. Here are a few simple things to remember when starting to cross-country ski. Take a look, then put down this magazine and get outside.

Classic skiing Classic skiing involves a forward motion, usually on a groomed track of narrow grooves, and is also used for breaking trail when going crosscountry. It’s fairly self-explanatory: get out there, strap on your skis, and try it out. Try to stick to the established track, and push with your poles on the opposite side of the leg you’re using. XC continued on page 50

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Left: Cross-country skiers work the tracks near Taggart Lake in Grand Teton National Park. Below: Cross-country skiers getting going in the morning.

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Skate skiing The more technically-involved side of the sport is what you’ll remember from the Olympic games (their thighs are usually stunning). Much like learning to ride a bike or ice skate, skate-skiing takes more time to learn, but comes back with muscle memory. Don’t be discouraged if you don’t get it the first time, and everyone else on the trail is flying by you. It took me a few different days. The general technique is to push with one leg, much like ice skating,

and then glide on the other ski. The poles, behind you, either push with each stride or every other. Use the inner edge of your pushing leg’s ski to keep solid contact with the snow, and when you go to glide on the other side, flatten the gliding ski out for a quicker ride. Hopefully, you’ll get the hang of it without too many falls or crisscrossing your skis too much. Downhill skiers should keep in mind that skate skiing will not keep your tips together and pointed down the mountain. Again, it will take some

Cross-country skiers along Teton Canyon Road.

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A coach for the Teton Nordic Team explains the course for the 2.4K kids' race at the inaugural Alta Skate Race.

getting used to. Head to the nearest groomed track and watch the skate skiers in action. Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be overwhelmed by the movement of skis, poles and arms. Focus on the feet and skis first: how they move, when they push. Then, analyze the

angle the skier is using when placing the skis themselves (think parallel for downhill skiing, wider like an open pizza slice for skating). Then, watch how and when the skiers use their poles. The complete package will come together after lots of careful observation. â?&#x2020;

Snow sculpture viewer's guide Great Snow Fest Jan. 22-31

Scott Stuntz Get Out! Staff

here is a lot going on at the Great Snow Fest every winter, but one of the highlights has to be the snow sculptures outside of the Driggs city building. They're built in a surprisingly short amount of time by locals and competitors who drive hundreds of miles to work in freezing temperatures for days.

Ralph Mossman has seen the sculpture contest grow and mature in the few years it has been around and last year was part of team Bullshirters, which took the top prize with “That Snow Bull.” It’s obvious from the level of detail that each sculpture takes hard work and skill. Here’s what Mossman recommends people pay attention to if they want insights into how these fleeting works of art are put together.

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Images from previous Great Snow Festivals.

Sculpture overview Mossman said when the idea for a snow sculpture competition was first discussed, many people thought the sculptures would be small. “I was like, ‘Oh no, they can be a really big deal,” he said. “These things happen all over the world and are amazing.” He said since that time four years ago, the competition

has grown and so has the talent of the teams involved. Though people like to watch the teams hacking and sawing at the large blocks of snow, he said the most crucial, and difficult phase, comes before all of that activity. “The hardest part, when you see the most head scratching, is right at the beginSculptures continued on page 54

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Artists carve last year's awardwinning sculpture, "That Snow Bull," during the annual Great Snow Fest.

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ning,” he said. If the plan isn’t well thought out, either there won’t be enough snow where the team needs it, or the team will have wasted precious time hacking away snow that they didn’t need to. “Ideally the captain has a vision of it and can see it and direct people to do the right thing,” Mossman said. That means the team can cut out sections with a saw instead of chipping or grinding the snow off with rasps. He equated that process with trying to “make a whole chair out of a block of wood with sandpaper.” Once work has begun, Mossman said recognizable features like faces and hands can take a major amount of time and effort to look

right, since people easily tell if something is even just a bit off. He said in the competition’s second year, one team from Laramie created a sculpture of a cowboy feeding a calf. One sculptor, he said, looked at the cowboy for an entire day before coming in the following morning and chopping his head and arm, and relocating them a few inches because they didn’t look just right.

What to look for

Size - It may be self-explanatory to an extent, but increasing a sculpture's size can make it harder to make. On “That Snow Bull,” the bull was so big that the team had to cut a block of snow off the side and put it on top to make the animal's leg. That

means the bigger the sculpture, the more forethought and teamwork needed. Texture – If you wait a few days to take a stroll between the sculptures you may not see the fine detail work that makes each different part of the sculpture unique. The fine lines that make a building look like it was truly made of brick, or the grain in a piece of timber, is one of the things judges are looking for. It takes time, skill and minute attention to detail. Get there before the sun has a chance to melt the results of that effort to appreciate all of the time each team puts in. Negative spaces – The greater the risk, the greater the reward. The snow used in the sculptures is

stomped down and compacted, making it heavy. That means spaces and gaps need to be designed well enough to hold that weight. A man has his hand on his hip? Be careful when you cut out the space between his elbow and his body. Otherwise, half his body might be lying on the ground before too long.

Human features – What does a yeti’s face look like? It’s open to interpretation. What does a human’s face look like? That one is a bit more agreed upon. If you make the eyes too far apart or the nose too far down the face, people will notice. Mossman said he once spent an hour sculpting just one hand in order to make it look realistic. ❆

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“Before you even leave the house, check the Bridger-Teton avalanche [web]page for avalanche conditions,” advises Dan Verbeten, assistant director at the National Outdoor Leadership School (NOLS) in Teton Valley. “Update yourself. Once you have the information, you know how to stay away from [avalanches] more easily.”

“It depends on the season and it depends on snowpack,” Rinaldi said. Shallower snowpack makes avalanches more likely, Rinaldi said, as do wind and fluctuations in temperature. According to National Geographic, avalanche slides are most likely to occur within 24 hours of a storm that brings a foot or more of snow. Assessing one’s surroundings is also very important. Slopes between 30 and 45 degrees are more likely to result in snow slide, Rinaldi said.

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shooting cracks in the snow and a “whumpfing” sound indicate instability or avalanche activity. “If you’re seeing or hearing those kinds of things, it’s best that you stay away,” Verbeten said. Both Verbeten and Rinaldi advise traveling with another person who is trained in avalanche awareness. Also be sure to bring appropriate rescue gear such as a beacon, a shovel, a probe and extra gear, just in case. And, why not ask a local guide or gearhead how to use the equipment before you go? “You should have extra layers and food in your backpack that would help you be out for the

day in whatever the weather may bring,” Verbeten said. Snowpack, terrain and weather are the basic factors to look for when evaluating avalanche activity. Verbeten said the fourth element is “the choices we make,” and whether we put ourselves in avalanche conditions or not. “Learn from a safe distance,” he said. The Bridger-Teton National Forest Avalanche Center website is www. jhavalanche.org/index.php. For more information on avalanche awareness seminars and courses from Yostmark, visit www.yostmarktours.com. ❆

"Ride the Tetons" doesn’t have to mean

you're on a snowboard A visitors guide to snowmachining Teton Valley Scott Stuntz Get Out! Staff

he same powder that draws people to Grand Targhee, Jackson Hole Mountain Resort and Teton Pass also makes the area great for riding snow machines. Eric Kunz grew up riding in St.

Anthony and now runs a chiropractic business in Driggs in addition to belonging to Skyliners Motor Club, a local group “dedicated to preservation and enhancement of motor user rights on public lands.” Last winter, he said, he ran into a man from Minnesota who was riding in the valley for the first time. The out-of-towner told him that Minnesota has extensive trail sysSnowmachine continued on page 60

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tems but he was amazed by being able to climb up mountains through powder. The man said he was sold and went out and bought a mountainspecific snowmobile. People who have never ridden out west, Kunz said, need to keep aware of snow conditions. As for riding technique, he said for people not used to riding in powder, it is important to maintain your momentum, so you don’t sink in the deep snow. Manager at Driggs-based snowmobile touring company Teton Valley Adventures Melissa Moulton said most beginners go on one of the company’s tours. For those renting, she recommends that they stay close to the groomed trail, so they don’t get stuck. Teton Basin District Ranger Jay Pence said people need to stick to designated winter routes in order not to disturb wildlife. The official winter use map can be found at the US Forest Service Ranger District in Driggs. Pence also said smartphone users can download the Avenza app, which has the winter use map loaded on it. Riders can also download a file at wilderness.net that has the GPS coordinates of wilderness boundaries, which will work with Garmin devices or smartphones. Snowmobiles are allowed on forest service land but not in

wilderness areas. He said if people have questions or need help making sure their GPS equipment is working, they can always come in and ask for help at the ranger station.

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Smartphone users can download the Avenza App, which has the winter use map loaded on it

“We want you to have a good time and to be within the rules and safe.” He also stressed that riders need to have the proper knowledge and training to stay safe in avalanche country. In addition, people need to take the appropriate supplies and clothing. Snowmobiling is hard work, Pence said, meaning people can get sweaty and if they get stranded, they could get dangerously cold, fast. Kunz also said how important it is for riders to know their surroundings and have the knowledge to be safe. He said Rexburg Motor Sports and Teton County Search and Rescue conduct snowmobile avalanche safety courses. That knowledge is especially important, he said, in the “big boy country” in the steep terrain

south of the valley.

"Whether you are a skier or a snow-machiner, you still have to respect Mother Nature." However, Kunz said there are plenty of other trails that are not as advanced, but still offer great views and fun. Both Kunz and Moulton said the Big Hole range offers 200 miles of groomed trails that are perfect for novice riders. Kunz also highlighted the Tetonia to Ashton rail trail. It’s a groomed path that connects up to the extensive trail networks around Ashton and Island Park. He said the amount of terrain that can be accessed in

the Big Holes is incredible and that you don’t need insanely steep slopes to get deep into the mountains. For example, taking Kay’s Wall up to Relay Ridge over to Elk Flats and then canyons like Red Creek near Pine Creek Pass allows riders to get deep into the Big Holes. In the north end of the valley, the Rammell Mountain area also has great riding. Kunz said he fondly remembers trips up to Relay Ridge and cooking hot dogs for lunch. He said being able to reach that terrain in the winter offered a completely different experience than in the summer. “When you get there in the winter,” he said, “everything is insulated, muffled quiet and still.” ❆

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