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Pedigree Sled Dog Race

Posted on: January 23rd, 2019 by thcAdmin No Comments

January 25, 2019 at 6:00pm on the town square.

In 1996 Frank Teasley, with the help of public nurse Jayne Ottman, launched the Pedigree Stage Stop Sled Dog Race. Increasing awareness about the need to ensure childhood immunization is one of the race’s main goals. The race is the largest sled dog race held in the lower 48 states, hosting a number of teams from outside the U.S.

This year the race course will be taking teams through eight Wyoming and Idaho communities before finishing in Park City, UT. The course will covering roughly 300+ miles. The starting point for the sled dog race is on the town square. As the event has evolved since the first stage was moved to a Friday night start on the town square. The move to the town square has injected the event with new energy. The move to downtown Jackson has helped to draw a larger crowd and created a more festive atmosphere. There will be music, food and hot beverages are available. Fireworks and a torchlight parade will follow the conclusion of the race stage at base of Snow King Mountain.

sled dog race starting line panoramic jackson hole, wy

The course runs North along Broadway, then up Redmond and around to the base of Snow King Mountain. Following the event there is a chance to meet the mushers at a social mixer. Special public shuttles run from the town square to the finish line at the base of Snow King Mountain. Head downtown Friday night and take in this unique experience, The Sled Dog Race tends to be one of the highlights of the Winter season here in Jackson Hole. If there is a hockey game at the Snow King Center, take in the game after the race.

If the race inspires you to want to try your hand at dog sledding, there are vendors that offer a number of different tours in the area. You can even try your hand at mushing. Please contact us early, as these trips tend to book up well in advance.

Yellowstone National Park Winter

Posted on: January 15th, 2019 by The Hole Concierge No Comments

Yellowstone’s Winter Season is mid-December thru mid-March

During the winter months the majority of roads within the park are closed to automobiles. Snowmobiles and snowcoaches are really the only two ways to explore the park. Check out the snowmobile and snowcoach pages for further information.

Once inside the park you can snowshoe and cross country ski from various lodges. Yellowstone is truly awesome in the winter time. With the varied geothermal feature’s steam accented by the crisp winter air. Animals are often found clustered in small herds throughout the park. There are far fewer people in the park during the winter season, making tours much more unique.

Do not miss out on this remarkable adventure. It is an encounter with nature on a level rarely seen or experienced in the lower 48 states.

Be prepared for a long day. Tours usually pick up between 6 a.m. and 7 a.m. Breakfast and lunch are often included. The return time really depends on the weather, most tours generally arrive back in Jackson between 5 and 6 p.m.

Multi-day tours are also available through some vendors. These tours will venture into more areas of the park than the day tours. There is a much greater ability to see, know and understand this ecosytem and its inhabitants.

General Information

Be prepared. Dress warmly. Costs for these tours can be $300 or more per person, with peak season rates over $400.  National Park Entrance Fee – $20 per snowmobile.

Drivers in Yellowstone National Park must have a valid Driver’s License.

Bring your camera and enjoy.

For more information on wildlife and other activities in Jackson Hole, please contact us.

New Year’s Eve in Jackson Hole

Posted on: December 18th, 2018 by thcAdmin No Comments

New Year’s Eve 2018

The Christmas to New Year holiday season generally brings good snow and an energetic environment to the area. The spirit is all encompansing as visitors and locals rejoice and enjoy all that Winter has to offer. Usher in the New Year in true Western style.

Torchlight parades begin at dark at Snow King Mountain and Jackson Hole Mountain Resort followed by a fireworks display.

Town of Jackson

The Town of Jackson kicks things off with a torchlight parade followed by fireworks at Snow King Mountain. The town hosts a myriad of specialty dinners and parties at various restaurants and bars throughout the night. Town generally tends to hold the most abundant nightlife. Live music can be found at the Town Square Tavern, Million Dollar Cowboy Bar, and the Silver Dollar Bar in the Wort Hotel.

The Pink Garter Theater will be hosting Crystal Method, believe it or not!

Teton Village

Teton Village hosts a number of events throughout the day. Apres Ski tends to be followed by a “glow-stick” parade, fireworks and some music etc. Jackson Hole Mountain Resort Hosts the Gondi Gala, which is one of the hottest tickets in town. The Mangy Moose Saloon will be hosting live music.

newyears-gondigala

Utilize public transportation and taxi service to make your evening a success.

Ski/Snowboard Rental Delivery

Posted on: February 26th, 2016 by thcAdmin No Comments

Ski and snowboard rental delivery is quickly growing in popularity at resorts across the country. Getting your gear delivered to the hotel, condo or rental home helps streamline the vacation experience.

Let the shop come to you. No more scrambling to get to a rental shop on the day of arrival or early the next morning. This innovative and convenient service saves vacationers valuable time. Getting gear conveniently fitted and organized at your base of operations will get your stay in Jackson started off right.

ski rental delivery jackson hole wy

Simply register on-line. You will be contacted by the service’s representative to schedule your fitting. A friendly and knowledgable staff will take you through the fitting. All of the “latest and greatest” skis and snowboards are available. Beginner to Advanced equipment is available.

This service can be especially valuable during peak holiday times. Lines tend to swell a bit around the rental counters on busy days. Delivery services are often the best answer to more complicated group dynamics.

Ski Butler, JH SKis

The Met: Live in HD 2013/2014

Posted on: April 8th, 2014 by thcAdmin No Comments

The Grand Teton Music Festival in conjunction with the Performing Arts Center host a number of performances from the Metroplitan Opera in NY. The Met: Live in HD series is in its seventh season. The season kicks off  November 19 with the live transmission of Puccini’s Tosca. La Boheme will wrap up the season on April 11th. The series has gained tremendous popularity and has currently expanded to reach nearly 2000 theaters in 60 countries around the world.

The broadcasts have been moved this year from the Walk Festival Hall in Teton Village, to the Performing Arts Center in downtown Jackson.

The current season will wrap up on April 11th with La Bohème. This mid-April showing would be a perfect activity to take advantage of to get you out and about deep in the heart of the “off-season.”

Tickets are $20/Adults & $12/Students.

November 19, 2013………..Puccini – Tosca
January 9, 2014……………Verdi – Falstaff
February 14, 2014…………..Dvořák – Rusalka
March 19, 2014……………..Massenet – Werther
April 11, 2014……………..Puccini – La Bohème