JHStyle Magazine Summer/Fall 2024

THE ENDURING 

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Al Fresco Dining 

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Reinvention 

An eternal tale of 

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History of Bison 

The tragic and miraculous 

saga of the bison. 

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DEPARTMENTS Summer/Fall 2024 

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60 104 

CALENDAR 

28 Your guide to local events 

in Jackson Hole 

SUMMERSCAPES 

32 Showcasing Jackson Hole 

photographers 

INSPIRE 

34 Wind River Tribal Buffalo 

Initiative 

Nonprofit works to restore 

bison to reservation lands 

38 Crista Valentino 

Promoting Jackson Hole 

in a sustainable way 

42 Composting 

The ultimate circular 

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44 Brittany Mauer 

An around-the-world 

sailing adventure 

HIGH STYLE 

48 Exploring Grit General 

Heirloom pieces that look 

good and last forever 

50 Sue Kolbas 

New Western-focused 

fashion show in the works 

54 Lyndsay Rowan 

A spiritual journey with 

nature as a guide 

MOUNTAIN LIVING 

58 Medicine Bird Gallery 

Wildlife photographer and 

Native artisans showcased 

at two locations 

60 Penny Lane 

Fresh, affordable fashion 

for everyone 

62 High-Altitude Gardening 

Get your hands dirty this 

summer 

BASECAMP 

65 Outdoor Adventures 

10 things to do this summer 

68 Voluntourism 

A way to give back 

70 Jackson Hole Shooting 

Experience 

Firearm recreation for 

first-timers and experienced 

gun enthusiasts 

TASTE 

87 Juan Morales 

Founder of Naughty Fruits, 

a popular local snack 

89 In The Kitchen 

Recipes 

94 Restaurant Guide 

Where to dine 

HISTORY 

100 Jackson Hole History 

Museum finds its new 

forever home 

TETON VALLEY 

102 Summer Fun in the Valley 

From rodeos to music, 

there’s lots to do in Teton 

Valley 

104 Teton Yoga Festival 

A memorable retreat in 

the mountains 

JHSTYLE CATALOGUE® 

109 Exclusive gallery of ad 

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20 Reader Services 

22 Publisher’s Note 

24 Editor’s Note 

26 Visitor’s Guidepost 

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ON THE COVER » 

A group of cow bison and their 

newborn calves enjoy the forage amidst 

abundant wildflowers on Antelope 

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A NEW CHAPTER 

As the new owners, we are happy to meet you here on the pages of JHStyle Magazine and we look forward to 

meeting you in person around town. I enjoy snow skiing, but I’m looking forward to trying out some of your 

hiking and biking trails with Emily, my life/business partner. She will also be working with lifestyle portions of 

the magazine, making sure fashion and beauty are top tier for quality and worthiness. 

This is a wonderful area, which is a major reason why, when the previous 

owner was looking to retire, we jumped at the opportunity to bring 

our 22+ years of magazine publishing experience and combine it with 

this venerable publication that has served its readers well for 11 years. 

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You’ll see fresh updates in this issue and a strong focus on quality editorial 

content, and we welcome your feedback. We’ll make the magazine 

the best it can be and although you’ll recognize some very familiar 

names, there are great writers and photographers who are joining our 

team of local experts. 

On these pages, you’ll discover the miraculous saga of the bison and 

how the Wind River Tribal Buffalo Initiative is restoring bison on reservation 

lands. We also highlight our top things to do during summer in 

Jackson Hole and in Teton Valley. Both sides of the Pass offer great fun 

and adventure. 

Food is always a part of our focus, so we’re sharing where to take in the 

great outdoors while enjoying a scrumptious meal in our Al Fresco dining 

story, plus recipes for sharing with family and friends. 

And there’s more. Gardens, an eight-month sailing trip around the world 

and one-on-one with the executive director at the Jackson Hole Travel 

and Tourism Board. 

As always, we cover the art scene from entertainment to artists, sharing 

what’s coming up, newsmakers, and so much more. Please join 

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TRANSFORMATION 

Jackson Hole’s splendor has inspired many 

to pursue a reinvention 

There’s no denying that Jackson Hole, like 

many other mountain towns, has gone 

through a profusion of changes over the 

course of its history. The staggering peaks of the 

Tetons have inspired humans for centuries, drawing 

to the area those seeking a new way of life, a 

rewriting of their future — a reinvention. 

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Jackson Hole living in itself has been reinvented numerous 

times. When the area’s early year-round settlers decided to 

brave the long winters in isolation — surrounded by peaks 

on all sides — it was mostly cattle ranching that sustained 

residents. Not long thereafter, as visitors to nearby national 

parks discovered the beauty of the Tetons, ranchers decided 

to cater to tourists, and dude ranches flourished. Tourism 

has only grown as Jackson became a winter ski destination, with modern amenities dissolving the area’s 

past harshness. 

It’s easy to see why so many people are drawn here. The natural beauty in itself is enough to make one want 

to disentangle from the grind of city life. But it’s also the network of dedicated residents who work tirelessly to 

not only challenge themselves physically, but who also strive to make Jackson Hole a better place for all as we 

grapple with a new set of challenges in the modern world. 

In this edition, we strive to highlight those dedicated folks who have reinvented a part of themselves, a business 

or organization, or a way of life for others. Driven individuals like Crista Valentino, who has led conservation 

efforts around the world (page 38), and organizations such as the Wind River Buffalo Initiative (page 34), 

which strives to right the wrongs of our past with bison conservation. We feature locals like Brittany Mauer, 

who challenged herself by embarking on an eight-month sailing trip around the world (page 44), and Juan 

Morales, who reinvented his career after returning to Jackson and founding Naughty Fruit, his family’s business 

(page 87). And efforts like Integrated Solid Waste and Recycling’s composting program, which tirelessly 

works to bring us to a less wasteful, more sustainable future (page 42). 

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WELCOME 

Your guide to Jackson 

Hole and the Tetons 

Kenneth Keifer 

Summer in the mountains is truly unlike anything else, especially in Jackson Hole. The abundance of outdoor recreation, mild temperatures 

and jaw-dropping scenery draw visitors from around the world. Longtime residents and recent transplants have discovered new versions 

of themselves, inspired by their surroundings and other intrepid denizens. Every hike, climb, shopping excursion or shared food experience 

is a chance to be reinvented. 

FACTS & STATS 

GENERAL INFORMATION 

• Time zone: MST (UTC-6) 

• Teton County seat: Jackson 

• Jackson’s 2022 population estimate: 10,698 

• Main industry: tourism 

• Number of feature films shot in Jackson Hole: 15+ 

GEOGRAPHY 

• Elevation in the town of Jackson: 6,237 feet 

• Elevation in Jackson Hole Valley: 6,069-6,779 feet 

• Elevation of Grand Teton: 13,775 feet 

• Percentage of publicly owned land in Teton County: 97 

• Mammal species in Jackson Hole/Yellowstone: 60+ 

• Bird species in Jackson Hole/Yellowstone: 100+ 

• Active thermal features in Yellowstone: 10,000+ 

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USEFUL PHONE NUMBERS 

• Emergency: 911 

• Teton County Public Health Update 

Hotline: (307) 732-8628 

• St. John’s Health Evaluation Hotline: (307) 739-4898 

• St. John’s Health Hospital: (307) 733-3636 

• Jackson Police: (307) 733-1430 

• Teton County Sheriff: (307) 733-4052 

• Road Conditions: (888) WYO-ROAD 

• Jackson Hole Airport (JAC): (307) 733-7682 

• START Bus: (307) 733-4521 

• Central Reservations: (888) 838-6606 

• Snow King Resort: (307) 733-5200 

• Grand Targhee Resort: (307) 353-2300 

• Jackson Hole Mountain Resort: (307) 733-2292 

• Yellowstone National Park: (307) 344-7381 

• Grand Teton National Park: (307) 739-3300 

• Bridger-Teton National Forest: (307) 739-5500 

• Jackson Hole Chamber of Commerce: (307) 733-3316 

• Grand Teton Association: (307) 739-3606 

SKI RESORT FACTS 

• Year Snow King Mountain Resort opened: 1939 

• Year Jackson Hole Mountain Resort opened: 1965 

• Year Grand Targhee Resort opened: 1969 

NATIONAL PARK FACTS 

• Yellowstone National Park established: 1872 

• Yellowstone National Park size: 3,472 square miles 

• Grand Teton National Park established: 1929 

• Grand Teton National Park size: 485 square miles 

WEATHER 

• Summer Average High: 78˙F / Average Low: 40˙F 

• Spring/Fall: Average High: 68˙F / Average Low: 30˙F 

• Winter: Average 0-30˙F 

• Record High: 101˙F 

• Record Low: -52˙F

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CALENDAR 

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SUMMER CALENDAR 

Your guide to summer in the Tetons 

JUNE 

2 

Met Opera in HD: La Rondine 

This rebroadcast from the Met’s award-winning 

“Live in HD” series tells the bittersweet love story 

of Magda and Ruggero, written by Italian composer 

Giacomo Puccini. gtmf.org 

14 

Jackson Hole Pride Celebration 

Live music from indie-pop band, Of Montreal 

and Tele Novella, followed by a DJ dance party along 

with LGBTQ+ community resources and information. 

jhcenterforthearts.org 

15 

Plein Air Fest, Etc. 

Watch as invited artists are given one day to 

create a new masterpiece en plein air. Artists paint 

from the National Museum of Wildlife Art’s Sculpture 

Trail overlooking the National Elk Refuge. 

wildlifeart.org 

June 

June 

June 

20–22 

Jackson Hole Food & Wine 

Summer Festival 

This intimate foodie festival highlights the Jackson 

food and beverage scene while instigating a culinary 

conversation. jhfoodandwine.com 

20 - 15 

Music on Main 

A series of free Thursday 

evening concerts held outdoors in Victor, Idaho. 

tetonvalleyfoundation.org 

Aug. 

24 - 2 

King Concerts 

This live music series takes place 

atop Snow King Mountain where listeners are treated 

to views of the Tetons while listening to music by 

artists like The String Cheese Incident and Old Crow 

Medicine Show. snowkingmountain.com 

Aug. 

27 - 17 

Grand Teton Music Festival 

This eight-week-long festival is 

in its 63rd season, featuring orchestral and chamber 

music, outdoor concerts and a special evening with 

cellist Yo-Yo Ma. gtmf.org 

Aug. 

JULY 

3–4 

Independence Day Celebrations 

The Fourth of July starts early in the 

Tetons with free music and fireworks in Teton 

Village on both July 3 and 4, along with a July 4th 

parade, live music and patriotic displays in 

downtown Jackson Hole and fireworks over 

Snow King Mountain. jacksonhole.com/july-4 

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Bikes and Brews 

Bikes and Brews is a family-friendly event on 

Jackson Hole Mountain Resort with lots of mountain 

biking, unlimited beer tastings and live music. 

jacksonhole.com 

30 - 1 

Horseshoe Music Festival 

A weekend of music, fashion, food 

and wellness offerings at The Virginian Lodge. 

horseshoemusicfestival.com 

Sept. 

4 

Skinny Skis 4th of July 10K Run 

This race starts and ends at Owen Bircher Park 

in Wilson and includes a 10K, 5K and an untimed 5K 

walk. jhskiclub.org 

12–14 MC Presents Art and Antique Show 

This weekend showcases award-winning artists and 

antique dealers set against Teton Village’s mountain 

backdrop. mcpresents.com 

20–29 

Teton County Fair 

This annual fair has carnival rides, 

live music, vendors and special night events. 

tetoncountyfair.com 

26–28 

Art Fair Jackson Hole 

The Art Association of Jackson 

Hole puts on this July and August art fair that 

features work from international, national and local 

artists along with live music, art demos and food. 

Also held Aug. 16-18. artassociation.org 

AUGUST 

3 

Rendezvous Mountain Hillclimb 

Runners take on over 4,100 feet of vertical 

in 6.1 miles as they climb to the top of the 

Aerial Tram on Jackson Hole Mountain Resort. 

jacksonhole.com 

3 

Pierre’s Hole 50/100 Mountain Bike Race 

A beautiful and strenuous mountain bike race 

that kicks off at Grand Targhee Resort and runs 

along the base of the Tetons. grandtarghee.com 

9–11 

Targhee Bluegrass Festival 

This popular bluegrass festival 

draws artists like Infamous Stringdusters, 

Trampled By Turtles and Leftover Salmon. 

grandtarghee.com/bluegrass 

16–18 

Art Fair Jackson Hole 

The Art Association of Jackson Hole 

puts on this July and August art fair that features 

work from international, national and local artists 

along with live music, art demos and food. 

artassociation.org 


SEPTEMBER 

4–15 

Fall Arts Festival 

Local galleries and venues host art 

events featuring the nation’s best wildlife and landscape 

artists. jacksonholechamber.com/events 

5–8 

Jackson Hole One Fly 

A single-fly team fishing contest that 

helps fund conservation, habitat preservation and 

rehabilitation projects in the Snake River Basin 

and the headwaters in Yellowstone Park. 

jacksonholeonefly.org 

7 

Old Bill’s Fun Run 

A running event where the winners receive prize 

money to donate to their favorite nonprofits. There 

is a 5K and 10K timed run, an untimed fun run and a 

lighthearted Dia per Der by. oldbills.org 

8 

Arts on the Green 

A juried fair of some of Jackson’s finest artists 

who come to sell their work — from ceramics and 

fiber arts to painting and photography. 

artassociation.org 

14 

Jackson Hole Art Auction 

This live auction at the Center for the Arts 

includes classic and contemporary pieces featuring 

the American West, wildlife, Native American culture 

and landscapes. jacksonholeartauction.com 

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Jackson Hole Marathon/Half Marathon/ 

Quarter Marathon 

These three races journey through the picturesque 

valley before finishing at the base of the Tetons. The 

next day there’s a post-race pub crawl aptly called, 

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BRINGING BACK THE BUFFALO 

Wind River Tribal Buffalo Initiative works to 

restore bison to reservation lands 


WORDS Brigid Mander | IMAGES David Bowers 

For all their perceived grandeur and 

glory, the open landscapes that remain 

in the United States have been 

missing something very important for 

almost two centuries: bison. The American 

bison once roamed North America from 

modern day Northern Mexico into Canada, 

and from California to Maine in the tens of 

millions of animals. As a keystone species, 

the bison were of tremendous importance 

ecologically for native plants, birds and 

other animals. 

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Modern Americans and tourists to the West, particularly 

to the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem, don’t 

often realize the impact of the loss of bison or even 

that they are the one native wildlife species that 

is, to this day, still not classified as wildlife. Yet for 

Native American people, including the members of 

Wyoming’s Eastern Shoshone tribe, their absence — 

both symbolic and practical — has been keenly felt 

for generations. 

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Today, dozens of tribes around the nation, including 

the Eastern Shoshone and Northern Arapahoe of 

Wyoming’s Wind River Reservation, have decided to 

rewrite the script. That means they have taken on 

the herculean task to rematriate bison back to their 

traditional homes where they can: on remaining 

reservation lands. It’s a huge and complex undertaking, 

with traumatic roots and current land, wildlife 

and livestock management complications stemming 

from the not too distant past. When European 

settlers fanned out across today’s Western states, 

purposeful extermination of the bison was promoted 

to both starve tribes of a main food source 

and, as put by the Civil War’s Lt. Gen. Philip Sheridan, 

“Let [the buffalo hunters] kill, skin and sell until the 

buffalo are exterminated. Then your prairies will be 

covered with speckled cattle and the festive cowboy.” 

The near total loss of bison — still referred to 

as buffalo by tribes — from the landscape and ecosystem 

was the result. 

Jason Baldes, an Eastern Shoshone member, has 

been spearheading the buffalo rematriation effort 

for years on the 2.2 million acre Wind River Reservation. 

As the executive director of the nonprofit 

Wind River Tribal Buffalo Initiative, he is tasked with 

acquiring lands to support buffalo habitat for both 

tribes and to restore and manage them as wildlife 

within the Wind River Reservation. 

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THERE IS MORE AND BETTER 

HABITAT FOR BUFFALO ON THE WIND 

RIVER RESERVATION THAN IN 

YELLOWSTONE, OR ANYWHERE ELSE.” 

Jason Baldes, executive director of the Wind 

River Tribal Buffalo Initiative 

anywhere else,” Jason says. “It’s perfect habitat, 

and we are part of the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem. 

The goal is thousands and thousands of buffalo 

on hundreds of thousands of acres.” In 2016, 

the first 10 bison returned to Shoshone lands in 

over a century. Today, between the Shoshone and 

Northern Arapahoe, that number is at almost 200 

animals. 

It’s an admirable and romantic undertaking at first 

glance. But it’s not as easy as it sounds. Contrary 

to popular belief, while tribal lands are theoretically 

sovereign, they are still managed by the federal 

government via the Bureau of Indian Affairs. “The 

Bureau of Indian Affairs is a trustee of our lands, 

and this makes it difficult to change the land back 

to what we want to use it for,” says Jason. That’s 

where Jason and the Tribal Buaffalo Initiative come 

into play: current and future land set aside for the 

buffalo on the Wind River Reservation must be 

bought by the nonprofit. They will then be owned 

and managed for both tribes by that nonprofit, thus 

evicting the Bureau of Indian Affairs from control. 

In order to help with the project, the Jackson Hole 

Land Trust has served as an advisor and fiscal sponsor 

during the nonprofit’s initial formation and is 

assisting in fundraising for land purchases. 

“Jason has an incredible vision to restore potentially 

half a million acres for buffalo, but they have to buy 

back their own land (lost when the Dawes Act of 1887 

opened reservation lands to non-tribal homesteading),” 

says Max Ludington, president of the Jackson 

Hole Land Trust. “It’s a complex issue of land ownership, 

but he’s got it all phased out. From an ecological 

and cultural point of view, this is an incredibly 

significant and impactful restoration.” 

In order to buy all the lands currently for sale within 

proposed buffalo habitat, the Buffalo Initiative would 

need about $20 million dollars. Undaunted, Jason 

fundraises for each parcel at a time. Currently, the 

tribal nonprofit and the Jackson Hole Land Trust 

have raised half of the $2 million needed for a new 

440-acre acquisition. 

In addition to partnering with the local Land Trust 

and other fundraising, Jason actively pursues 

grants and partnerships, and attends events with 

other tribal leaders from around the country, hosted 

by philanthropic organizations such as the Doris 

Duke Foundation. For Jason, the Eastern Shoshone, 

Northern Arapahoe and other tribes around the 

country, the significance of buffalo rematriation to 

the land can hardly be overstated. To that end, one 

of Jason’s most important current projects is youth 

education. “We want to ensure our youth are knowledgeable 

about their identity and culture. The buffalo 

are foundational to who we are. It’s very important 

our young people are connected to the land, 

plants, animals, water, fish.” 

This outreach will increase as the project grows and 

involves in a large part bringing young tribal members 

to see the current buffalo on the landscape, 

and education on traditional relationships with the 

natural world. For Jason, the return of the buffalo 

and the ability to reconnect tribal youth with the 

wilderness, buffalo and horse culture of the past is a 

symbol of success. “We will show our youth our lifeways, 

and we are creating leaders who will protect 

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REACHING 

COMMON GROUND 

Crista Valentino brings 

a big-world perspective to 

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It was 4 a.m. when Crista Valentino’s 

phone buzzed in her tent — a text from 

the other side of the world was the 

last thing she expected to see. A woman 

she met while hiking across Armenia the 

year prior was asking her to send over 

her resume. There was an opportunity 

in Saudi Arabia that she thought Crista 

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Polishing a resume from a phone in a tent isn’t ideal, 

but Crista says it was one of those moments “when 

things present themselves to you and you think, 

‘I have no reason to say no, I have to say yes,’” she 

says. “That’s the theme of my life. Things seem to 

come up and I can’t say no, so I don’t.” 

She landed the job, which had her working with The 

Royal Commission for AlUla, a project that protects 

the natural and cultural significance of northwest 

Saudi Arabia. And just like that, Crista moved to the 

middle of the desert in Saudi Arabia for a year, with 

a task of helping to develop five nature reserves and 

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Saying “yes” has been a recurring theme in Crista’s 

life. Eight years prior to her move to Saudi Arabia, 

Crista met the president of the WILD Foundation 

and ended up starting CoalitionWILD, a global, 

youth-run conservation initiative that gives young 

people the voice and support to make change. She 

was just 26 years old. 

“We got talking, and he goes, ‘Hey, every four years 

we put on a World Wilderness Congress and we 

need a youth delegate or youth voice. Would you be 

interested in putting that together?’” remembers 

Crista. “How could I say no to that?” 

During the forum, Crista talked with other young 

people from all over the world and found it surprising 

that there wasn’t an organization tasked with 

elevating the voice of the youth. 

“It was one of those things where we were like, we 

should do this, and it just kind of just took off,” she 

says. 

The venture connected her with like-minded young 

people and kicked off a string of youth-driven projects 

focused on conservation and climate. She went 

on to serve as a founding board member for Youth 

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THE ANSWER IS 

OPENING UP AND 

LOOKING OUT AND 

SEEING THAT 

EVERYONE WANTS 

THE SAME THING.” 

Crista Valentino 

calls on world leaders to take action on the climate 

and biodiversity crises, and worked with the International 

Union for the Conservation of Nature and 

the Global Youth Biodiversity Network. 

Closer to home, she teamed up with members of 

the Wind River Indian Reservation on a Native entrepreneurship 

project funded by the National Science 

Foundation, and works as an advocate for Jackson’s 

Community Safety Network. She earned a spot on 

Wyoming’s Top 40 Under 40 and recently got her 

master’s degree in global leadership. She also sat 

on the Jackson Hole Travel and Tourism Board for 

five and a half years before being appointed as the 

board’s executive director in June 2023. The role is 

tasked with promoting travel and tourism in a way 

that is sustainable — something that can be tricky to 

accomplish. 

“Quite honestly, in a lot of ways, I not only liked it, but 

I felt that I had the ability to move us as a community 

in the direction that we’ve heard from the community 

and the hospitality industry that they want to 

go,” she says. 

The new job might be located in Jackson, but it 

drew from her experience leading people and driving 

conservation efforts around the world. 

“It isn’t about finding compromise, but about finding 

common ground,” she says. “I’ve seen that around 

the world in different communities and situations. 

Coming back here has given me that patience and 

perspective to move without agendas and preconceived 

notions and to truly make decisions from 

a place of equality and equity versus being influenced 

by my viewpoint or one heavy-handed voice 

or perspective.” 

Her take? We all value the same thing. We all look 

at the mountains and feel awe and wonder. People’s 

reactions to tourism and conservation typically 

come “from a place of fear that the landscape 

is changing or they can’t pay their mortgage,” she 

says. But, “it all comes from a place of, ‘We all love 

this place.’ … The answer is opening up and looking 

out and seeing that everyone wants the same thing.” 

As someone who is the face of Jackson, it makes 

sense that when she’s off work, she likes to go into 

the wilderness. 

“I climb, I run, but what I find I really love are just 

long days in the mountains — exploring, scrambling, 

and getting a bit lost,” she says. “All of it is really just 

a way to see places that I haven’t seen before.” 

She also found solace in the construction of her 

home in Victor, which she built largely herself. 

“I learned how to tile an entire bathroom and lay 

1,000 square feet of flooring and build a kitchen, 

and I know more about wood-burning stoves for 

tiny spaces than you would ever need to know,” she 

laughs. The task of building a home isn’t in Crista’s 

wheelhouse, but she’s not the type to shy away from 

something new. 

In fact, saying “yes” has gotten her where she is 

today. 

“Every decision I’ve ever made or any step I’ve ever 

had to take has been right in front of me,” she says. 

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BACK TO THE EARTH 

Teton County works to divert residential and commercial 

food waste with composting program 

WORDS Danielle Shapiro 

We’ve all been there: buying a few too many bananas at the store and ultimately 

tossing the ones that turn mushy and brown before eating them. Seems 

harmless enough. But those innocent, discarded bananas are actually part of a 

massive environmental problem contributing to climate change. 

Thankfully, they’re also a problem that comes with a 

neat solution: composting. 

“This is the ultimate circular system,” says Becky 

Kiefer, superintendent of Teton County Integrated 

Solid Waste and Recycling (ISWR), with “a recognized 

solution today.” 

And since July 2022, when the county began 

accepting residential and commercial food waste 

for composting, Becky’s department has been a 

growing and significant part of that solution. 

Across the country, Americans waste about onethird 

of all food that was meant to be eaten. That 

amounts to 80 million tons of food waste annually, 

or the equivalent of 149 billion meals and $444 billion 

worth of food. 

The problem with all that wasted food is not just 

that it could have been fed to the nearly 17 million 

households that were food insecure in 2022. It’s also 

that discarded food goes to landfills, where it emits 

methane, a greenhouse gas “more than 28 times 

as potent as carbon dioxide at trapping heat in the 

atmosphere,” according to the Environmental Protection 

Agency. In Teton County, about 16 percent 

of landfill-bound waste is food and other organic or 

compostable material, Becky says. 

Courtesy Teton County Integrated Solid Waste & Recycling 


“ 

WE’RE JUST STEALING MOTHER 

NATURE’S DESIGN, THE BEST DESIGN 

IDEA IN THE WORLD.” 

Dane Buk, founder and owner of Terra Firma Organics, Inc. 

The problem of Jackson’s waste is compounded by the fact that there is no local 

landfill. All waste is transported by truck, spewing carbon dioxide along the way. 

Becky says that on average ISWR sends six trucks a day, carrying 22 tons of 

trash, 100 miles each way to Idaho Falls. There it’s added to landfills engineered 

for storage, not degradation or decomposition. “In a landfill, trash gets piled and 

packed so tightly that oxygen can’t reach it. Anything that would have been composted 

can’t break down without oxygen, so it’s there forever,” she says. 

Composting offers an elegant, natural alternative. 

“We’re just stealing Mother Nature’s design,” says Dane Buk, founder and owner of 

Terra Firma Organics, Inc., the county’s composting contractor, “the best design 

idea in the world.” His company manages the organic materials — food and yard 

waste mostly — that comes to ISWR’s trash transfer station. Transforming it into 

finished compost, he sells mostly to landscapers. 

“We degrade what we are supposed to degrade,” Dane says, “and put things back 

into the soil that are supposed to go back into the soil.” 

And once added to the soil, his finished compost improves the soil’s ability to hold 

water and feed vegetation. It also introduces more diverse microbial communities 

into the soil, i.e. tiny bugs that are crucial for healthy, more nutritious plant 

growth, as well as preventing insects and disease. 

JoJo Denmark, ISWR’s waste diversion outreach specialist, says between the 

program’s start and January 2024 they’ve diverted 127.92 tons of food waste and 

8,652 tons of all organic waste from the landfill. Not to mention the 346 truck 

hauls and 67,831 truck miles they avoided in that time, sparing the air 94 metric 

tons of carbon dioxide emissions and 4,499 metric ton equivalents of methane 

and nitrous oxide emissions in the process. 

But the county is not the only player in this composting game. Curtis Haderlie, 

owner of Haderlie Farms in Thayne, Wyoming, has been running a composting 

business since 2019. He says he has about 350 residential and 50 commercial 

customers in Jackson, including most concessionaires in Grand Teton National 

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His goal is to operate a closed-loop composting system, meaning someone buys 

a head of lettuce from him, gives back to him what they don’t eat to compost and 

add to his soil, allowing him to grow another bright, healthful head of lettuce. 

Having not purchased chemical fertilizers for four years, he says, he’s there. 

“There are no negatives to composting,” he says. 

On the contrary. Curtis says consuming food grown with recycled food scraps is 

“a pretty powerful, long-term, sustainable agricultural practice.” 

Becky, with the county, says her program is “ready to just blow the lid off.” They 

can handle up to 400 tons of food waste annually and would love to get there 

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Brittany Mauer embarks on an eight-month sailing trip around 

the world, only to run into unexpected turbulence 


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It was month four into the trip that things really started to 

fall apart — both literally and figuratively. Brittany Mauer, a 

10-plus year resident of Jackson Hole, was in the middle of 

her designated shift to sleep below deck when the sailboat she 

had been on for the last several months was knocked down in 

a 65-knot gust of wind, and the steering cable snapped. 

The captain had disregarded a detailed forecast sent to them from race control 

and was unprepared for the strong winds that blew in. It wasn’t the first 

hitch in their journey on Sterna, but it turned out to be the catalyst for Brittany 

to walk away from the trip of a lifetime. 

The Ocean Globe Race, an eight-month sailing adventure around the world, 

had been a culmination of two years of fundraising, preparation and dreams. 

Taking off in September 2023, Brittany and the crew completed the first leg of 

the race from Southampton, United Kingdom, to Cape Town, South Africa, in 

49 days — about a week longer than expected. The weather was “exciting,” as 

Brittany puts it, at one point riding 15- to 20-foot waves in a low pressure system 

with 50-knot winds. Other days offered no wind, withholding the power to 

propel them. The race doesn’t allow modern electronics — no computers, satellites, 

GPS or cell phones — relying on celestial navigation, HF and VHF radios, 

weather faxes, and keeping a keen eye on weather. 

“We were still learning how to work together,” Brittany says from her home in 

Jackson in February. “We had all sailed on the boat before at different points of 

the year before the race, but not altogether.” Even after four months of sailing 

together during the race, however, the crew was still not in sync. 

Brittany is no stranger to the ocean, having worked for sail training companies 

for the last 15 years, bouncing from Jackson to the Caribbean or South Pacific 

during the mountain town’s off-seasons. Brittany had been preparing both physically 

and mentally for the challenge since she was accepted to the eight-member 

team in 2021, and her friends and family had rallied behind her, supporting her 

both financially and emotionally in her efforts to land her dream. 

Two days out from their first port stop in Cape Town, a set of bolts broke off 

in the mast, preventing the team from using the main sail. They were blown 

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north, getting pummeled in massive waves, before finally limping into port about 

10 days after the rest of the fleet. Regardless of the drama, watching the sunrise 

over Table Mountain while heading into Cape Town was blissful, with over 100 

people waiting on the dock to offer them a warm reception. 

It was a quick turnaround before they set sail on Leg 2 of the race. “We left Cape 

Town in high spirits and had a really amazing sail down the coast and around the 

Cape of Good Hope,” Brittany says. “We thought we were catching a break, we were 

cruising and having a great time.” They rounded the Cape of Good Hope and Cape 

Agulhas and crossed the Aghulas current to head off into the South Indian Ocean. 

Soon they discovered a leak. Due to the possibility of the boat sinking with this 

injury, the team was forced to turn back. After spending a week onshore to make 

repairs, they were back out in the ocean. But their troubles didn’t end there. 

“ 

I spent four weeks trying to figure 

out my reasons for staying onboard. 

The only one I could come up with 

was that I paid for it. There are a 

lot of people who never made it off 

Everest for the same reason.” 

Brittany Mauer 

One night Brittany felt the steering cable slip. She informed the captain and 

owner, expecting they would check it at first light. No one did. This was the day 


the wind forecast was disregarded, and Brittany woke up to 65-knot winds and a 

snapped steering cable. 

“The owner was also told to replace the steering cable in Cape Town, but for 

some reason he chose not to,” Brittany says. “Regardless of being quite angry at 

the whole situation, it was time to stabilize the vessel and put the pieces back 

together.” 

While frustrated that the skipper ignored the forecast, it was ultimately the lack 

of communication and planning that led to Brittany walking away. The team’s 

leadership continually ignored Brittany’s requests to reevaluate what went wrong. 

“We never debriefed our mistakes to make sure something like that never happened 

again,” Brittany says. “Never in my wildest dreams did I think a ship would be 

run that way.” In Brittany’s line of work, she was taught to always be diligent. “There 

is no room for complacency in sailing.” 

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With four weeks still left on the boat before they would sail into Auckland, New 

Zealand, to complete Leg 2, Brittany decided she wouldn’t be getting back on 

with the team for Leg 3 unless they debriefed the incident as a team and really 

focused on good seamanship and teamwork. That never happened. 

“I spent four weeks trying to figure out my reasons for staying onboard,” she says. 

“The only one I could come up with was that I paid for it. There are a lot of people 

who never made it off Everest for the same reason.” 

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The disappointment is apparent in her voice as she relays her story over the 

phone from her home in Jackson, a month after stepping off the boat in Auckland. 

At the time, she was days away from finding out if she would be able to 

return to Uruguay for Leg 4 of the race — with a different team. Unfortunately, 

the dream never panned out. 

But, along with the turbulence, there was plenty of beauty in her journey. Brittany 

talks lovingly about being at the mercy of the elements, staying so in tune 

to the ocean and weather patterns, with 360-degree views of only ocean and 

sky for thousands of miles. She saw whales up close, dolphins played in the 

boat’s waves, and albatross became their overhead companions. The stars and 

moonlight guided them at night, and she saw countless shooting stars and 

meteors. 

“Everyone asks if the ocean is scary and it’s not,” Brittany says. “It’s the human 

interactions that are the scariest. You are at the mercy of the elements 24 

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Grit General combines fashion, inspiration and a sense 

of place through its unique collection 

WORDS Jessica Smith | IMAGES David Bowers 

If you take a stroll through Jackson, just a block off of the Town Square and its famous antler arches, you’ll come across the inviting 

doorstep of Grit General. A local business founded by Billy “Zeb” Smith and his wife Kate, Grit General is a place where city meets 

mountain, by way of high-end fashion. 


In this store, Zeb has manifested his own personal 

identity — a childhood split between the wild landscape 

of his father’s cabin in nearby Wilson, Wyoming, 

and the iron wilderness of New York City with 

his mother, a revered fashion designer. When he 

moved to Jackson Hole with his family several years 

ago, Zeb wasn’t exactly sure what he was going to 

do to leverage his professional expertise in filmmaking 

and fashion — he just knew he wanted to be 

involved in the community. 

In July 2022, Grit General opened its doors, and Zeb 

has been pouring himself into it ever since. Zeb utilizes 

his knowledge of the fashion industry to curate 

high-end, authentic and stylistic clothing that goes 

beyond what you would find in a conventional clothing 

store. “That first summer went by quicker than 

any of us expected,” Zeb says. “Now we are about to 

enter our third July, with more racks on the walls, 

more tables on the floor, a few more brands, a few 

more pieces of art, and lots more unique products 

and special collaborations that really set us apart. It 

was always important for us to create a space with 

pieces you couldn’t find anywhere else.” 

We recently took some time to talk with Zeb about 

his history, his community, and his goals for Grit. 

JHStyle: How do you describe your connection to 

Jackson Hole, Wyoming, and the West? 

Zeb: My family and I are deeply rooted to this place. 

My great-grandfather had a small ranch on Little 

Goose Creek in Sheridan, Wyoming, a hundred years 

ago, where he taught my grandfather how to hunt 

and fish as a small boy. The clothes one wore back 

then mattered. A rancher’s kid didn’t have three 

sets of clothes, so his pants had to be able to take 

him from the duck blind to the church pew. My dad 

taught me the same hunting and fishing skills down 

on Fish Creek when I was a boy, back when you 

could still go for ducks and geese in Wilson. And 

dressing in well-made wools, downs and waxed canvases 

was the only reason I didn’t lose a toe or two. 

I also grew up most of the year in a very different 

world, with my mom in downtown Manhattan. My 

personal style was born out of a rugged utilitarianism 

that reflects both sets of roots: the city and 

the mountains. Years later, honing my eye and my 

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chops in the design offices of Ralph Lauren and Marc 

Jacobs, the influence of the American West on fashion 

kind of became my thesis. Now, I travel about a 

week a month, going to source the best hides from 

Japan, or natural dyes from France, but always with 

those same influences and themes at play. The hope 

is that it all comes together to create a peak version 

of the “Jackson” aesthetic, and one that exemplifies 

my own heart, soul and style, too. 

JHStyle: Tell us about the clothing you’ll find at Grit 

General. 

Zeb: The brands we stock represent this same sense 

of community. Whether they’re from Montana, Maine, 

Italy, France, Scandinavia or Japan, the vast majority 

of our brands are made up of teams of 10 or less 

folks themselves. This means we aren’t just friends 

with the wholesale reps, but with the designers, and 

the sewers, and everyone in-between. This grants 

us incredible access to all of the details that make 

each of our pieces so special and unique. 

Separately, about our offerings, we really aim for 

authenticity. There are so many folks out there who 

create these garish, faux-Western caricatures, that 

we really strive to separate ourselves from completely. 

At Grit, we curate, cultivate, and make pieces 

that exemplify a classic aesthetic and style, while also 

stocking items that can be worn hard and tough like a 

true Jackson lifestyle might at times demand. 

JHStyle: What is one of your favorite things about 

working in the store? 

Zeb: Getting to share these stories, and introducing 

new customers to these brands and their attention 

to detail, is one of the best parts of running the 

shop. And, if customers want to go deeper, we often 

style full looks for people, or couples, or even entire 

wedding parties, and can craft fully custom pieces 

that we design with you from the ground up. 

JHStyle: What story are you hoping to tell with 

your clothing? 

Zeb: Everything we sell is meant to embody this 

place. And as a source of style, Jackson Hole works 

as well at the Cowboy Bar as it does in New York, 

Paris or Tokyo. It’s real, it’s authentic, it embodies 

a cool confidence, and it tells a story. Whether you 

live in Jackson or you’re just visiting, when you buy 

something from us, we want you to take it with you 

as a piece that represents and honors this place’s 

indelible spirit, everywhere you take it. We don’t sell 

trends. The pieces we sell are heirloom items that 

will look good, feel good, and last forever. n 


HIGH STYLE 

THE SOUL OF 

WESTERN FASHION 

Sue Kolbas is bringing a new fashion event to Jackson Hole 

that will celebrate the Western spirit 

WORDS Monica Fedrigo | IMAGES David Bowers 

Sue Kolbas wakes up at 3 a.m. 

thinking about fashion. “I think about 

it 24/7, but it’s a labor of love.” Sue 

is referring to her current project — the 

inaugural Jackson Hole Fashion Fringe, an 

event in the works that will include three 

nights of fashion shows. 

Sue’s excitement for the event is contagious. 

Runway shows each evening will anchor the celebration 

of fashion in the spirit of Jackson Hole. 

The spotlight will be squarely focused on Western 

fashion and sportswear, including leather, cowboy 

hats, fringe (of course), and “we have to honor our 

world-famous slopes, and ski wear is just so cool.” 

The idea was an amorphous notion in Sue’s mind, 

until a chance run-in with an old friend, Susan Stein. 

Stein has been at the helm of the largest consumer 

fashion event on the West Coast — in Palm Desert, 

California, near Palm Springs — for decades, and the 

serendipitous run-in began a partnership, with Sue 

as the executive producer and Stein as creative producer/director. 

Sue has high praise for her co-producer. 

“She is so chic, she has such an eye, she will 

curate a show that makes your jaw drop. This isn’t 

her first rodeo!” 

Sue views the Fashion Fringe as a fun event, but 

more importantly, a way to strengthen the Western 

spirit. “People say it is slipping away, but Jackson 

has a strong Western soul. I feel it every day, and I 

want this event to strengthen it. Fashion mirrors 

society — this is a way to reinvigorate Jackson’s 

heritage. Cowboy culture is very much alive, and we 

cannot let it slip away.” 

Sue’s personal views on fashion have evolved 

throughout her eclectic lifetime. Born in Marrakesh, 

Morocco, much of her childhood was spent in 

southern California. Fashion captivated her from a 


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young age. Sue fondly remembers spending hours 

perusing McCall’s and Butterick pattern catalogs 

with her mother, and a favorite rainbow halter summer 

dress she handmade. “I was in junior high, and I 

was so proud that I got the unique front cutout just 

right. I wore that dress to death.” 

She attended the Fashion Institute of Design and 

Merchandising in Los Angeles, but ended up beginning 

a real estate career spanning the state of California. 

She later transitioned into finance, earning 

series 7 and series 66 licenses and becoming a 

financial advisor. 

After many visits to a dear friend in Jackson Hole, 

her instincts told her it was time for a new chapter 

in life. “I had a great ride in California, but I was in my 

comfort zone — that’s a beautiful place, but nothing 

ever grows there.” In the Tetons, she’s found her way 

back to fashion. “It’s where I started, but I’m back 

with more wisdom and passion.” 

Sue strongly believes fashion is not reserved for 

special occasions, but is a vital component of 

everyday life. “Wearing something you love gives 

you an energy, a glow.” She somehow manages to 

be striking in a subtle way. When we meet in Teton 

Village, she’s wearing jeans, Sorel boots, a cashmere 

sweater, and a bead-trimmed cowboy hat. An adorable 

3-year-old boy can’t help but run to her with a 

huge smile on his face, and whispers to his mother. 

“He thinks your hat is so pretty!” she says, passing 

along the child’s joyful message. 

Sue’s closet contains “Levi’s, Chanel and everything 

in between,” with a growing collection of cowboy 

hats and boots to keep up with her Western fashionista 

friends in Jackson. She points out that Western 

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fashion began as utilitarian pieces. A cowboy hat 

shields eyes from the sun, and directs rain or snow 

away from the face, protecting the line of sight. 

“Fashion in Jackson Hole should be comfortable, 

functional and look great, too,” she says. 

Sue feels strongly that this event can reinforce 

that fashion and function can combine beautifully 

to honor the culture and heritage of our town. 

Another result she hopes to see from the Jackson 

Hole Fashion Fringe? “More fabulous ski outfits on 

the slopes!” n 


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HIGH STYLE 

FREE MUSIC, ART & THEATER IN 

DOWNTOWN DRIGGS, IDAHO 

Downtown Sounds Concerts 

presented by: 

Courtesy Lindsay Rowan and Shari Brownfield Fine Art 

AN ENERGETIC 

CALLING 

Artist Lyndsay Rowan harnesses the power of nature in her 

artwork, guided readings and wedding ceremonies 

WORDS Jenn Rein 

Meeting artist Lyndsay Rowan, a resident of Jackson for over 30 years, is a calming 

experience. Her relaxed demeanor is contagious, and her way with words brings 

warmth into the conversation with ease. Within the walls of her home art studio 

on East Pearl, a visual journey can be had that is both mysterious and gratifying. 

Lyndsay identifies as an artist who acts as an interpreter 

of nature. She hones her energy into the creation 

of work that is largely depicted through the use 

of bison skulls, resulting in art that reflects ancient 

symbolism. “Working on skulls is a process that is 

one of the oldest forms of divination. I work with 

them from an aesthetic place, but like everything I 

do, it’s also about ceremony, activating energies, and 

connecting with the natural world around us.” 

She speaks of honoring the being that once occupied 

these remnants, which are ethically sourced 

from Montana. “Bison support manifestation and 

abundance. This is their key energy,” she explains. 

When creating a piece of her art on commission, 

she sits down with the client to share intentions, 

and to discover what they might want infused into 

the work. This makes the end result even more personal 

to the recipient and breathes new life into the 

remains. 

The aesthetic talent that she brings to the table is 

amplified by her compilation of studies and experiences 

that embrace cultures from around the 

world. Her family’s own Celtic background feeds this 

knowledge, as does the Native American history 

that defines our Teton landscape. “I’ve studied many 

forms of shamanism, healing, energy work and 

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Nicolas Meier Trio - World Jazz 

September 5 - 6pm | Driggs Plaza 

Driggs Plein Air Festival 

July 21 - Opening Reception & Concert 

July 26 - Awards Ceremony & Concert 

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artwork. All of these things compile together when 

I’m working. I always try to be in ceremony when I’m 

creating.” 

A native of Massachusetts who was let to roam as 

a child on Five Islands, Maine, in the summers, she 

heralds her upbringing as being in harmony with the 

outdoors. Her path steered into the mainstream as 

a young adult who attended Princeton with a focus 

on the arts, but the healing power of nature continued 

to call. She tripped into the Teton region as a ski 

bum and took a variety of work to make ends meet. 

While doing so, she continually nurtured her fascination 

with the mystical forces she feels are inherent 

to the earth. 

Lyndsay has developed a talent for guided readings 

that harness the symbolism of earth totems. 

Earth medicine is similar to astrology but based on 

the cycles and rhythms of the earth instead of the 

stars. In this practice, she leans on the animals that 

occupy our world, and treats them as messengers 

who can act as our guides. 

Lyndsay’s totem readings are conducted with the use 

of altar cards that she has designed, representing 

all 12 months of the year. These symbolize the elemental 

forces and qualities that connect with one’s 

birthdate. In this vein, one of her clients might find 

themselves defined by the energy of an otter or falcon, 

among other animals. The wisdom imparted is 


“ 

THE WORK I DO, WHETHER 

IT IS A TOTEM READING, 

ART OR CEREMONIES, 

IS ULTIMATELY ABOUT 

PROVIDING ASPECTS OF 

HEALING FOR THE EARTH 

AS WELL AS US.” 

Lyndsay Rowan 

meant to aid in personal growth, enabling the recipient 

to tap into knowledge that is otherwise hidden. 

“The work I do, whether it is a totem reading, art or 

ceremonies, is ultimately about providing aspects 

of healing for the earth as well as us. Energy activation, 

even if it’s just as simple as providing awareness 

for people to tap into, offers messages and is 

grounded into what is happening on the earth,” she 

explains. Much of what she might achieve in a reading 

complements astrology, and the personalization 

of what can be found in those signs. Lyndsay’s readings 

can be a one-on-one experience or can be performed 

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She is also a wedding officiant who executes non-traditional 

ceremonies that typically take place outside. 

But she has also been called to grace a wedding with 

an opening blessing that proceeds the actual event, 

giving guests the opportunity to meditate collectively 

and to ground themselves in the experience. 

“I’ve often been complimented on how this guides 

the participants into being fully present and amplifies 

the meaning of the entire event,” she says. What she 

refers to as a “conscious ceremony” can also be performed 

to bless land or a home. 

Lyndsay’s artwork is not just available through 

commission. Her work can be found at Shari 

Brownfield Fine Art and Elevated Living in Jackson, 

and at ArtShop in Moose, Wyoming. The interface 

of her skull canvases holds deep reverence, no 

matter how one might encounter them. But electing 

to engage the artist herself in order to make a 

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MAGIC MOMENTS 

Get lost in the powerfully quiet work of a wildlife photographer 

and Native artisans at Medicine Bird Gallery 

WORDS Phil Lindeman 

Ask Gary Crandall for the secret to wildlife photography, and he’ll pause, chuckle, and then give you the story of the medicine bird. 

Several years ago he spotted a raven on a snowbank. He hadn’t been looking for one, but there it was. So he waited. Nearly four 

decades behind the lens told him: patience would pay off. 

“It wasn’t planned,” Gary tells me. “He turned his 

head and looked at me, and it was one of those 

magic moments where the light was just perfect. It’s 

like the old saying, ‘Better to be lucky than good.’” 

BIRDS AND BUFFS 

Gary began working with his friend and current 

business partner, Sean Love, in 1994. Their partnership 

grew over the years, with the opening of the 

Medicine Bird Gallery in Jackson, and then expanding 

to a second gallery in Livingston, Montana, on 

the north end of Yellowstone National Park, opened 

and operated by Sean’s wife, Alex Meador. 

Their success? Luck’s got nothing to do with it. 

“He is one of my closest friends, and that is rare in 

business,” Gary says of his partnership with Sean. 

“We see most things pretty much the same. He’s 

very supportive, very encouraging. Although I occasionally 

hear, ‘Another buff, man?’” 

He means buffalo and admits he was joking: Sean 

has never rejected one of his buffalo prints. Buffalo 

are this photographer’s muse. 

“They’re in their element in winter. It shows you my 

intelligence, but I go out in the crummiest weather I 

can find,” Gary chuckles. “But it shows who they are, 

what they can endure, and how they endure. It’s so 

impressive.” 

Gary fell in love with buffalo in the late ’70s, when 

he moved west from New Jersey. He has photographed 

hundreds of buffalo, maybe thousands. But 

that number, he reminds me, pales to the herds that 

once dominated the West. 

“They are a very majestic critter, and very protective 

of their young,” he says. “It is a testament to who 

they are, that they are still here.” 

He especially loves capturing buffalo and birds. He 

will spend hours watching magpies nestle on buffalo, 

picking bugs from their fur as songbirds whistle 

overhead. His favorite images evoke the scents 

and sounds of the prairie. 

Courtesy Medicine Bird Gallery 


“ 

HIS WORK AND CREATIVE 

JOURNEY HAVE SET THE 

TONE FOR THIS GALLERY. 

HE BEARS QUIET WITNESS 

TO THEIR STORY AND YOU 

FEEL IT IN HIS ART.” 

Alex Meador, Co-owner of 

Medicine Bird Gallery 

“You have that sound, that song, with a buff eating 

grass,” Gary says. “I can only imagine what it was like 

when you had millions of buffs with millions of birds 

following them. You would hear it for miles. You can 

understand why it was spiritual to so many people.” 

THE WEST ON DISPLAY 

Medicine Bird Gallery is more than wildlife photography. 

Co-owner Alex Meador is a fourth-generation 

Livingston local, and she scours the West for Native 

artisans. You’ll find handmade bracelets from Etkie, 

a collective of Navajo women, and headwear from 

ThunderVoice Hat Co., another Navajo maker. 

The gallery also sells “ledger art” from John Isaiah 

Pepion, a Blackfoot artist from Montana. Starting in 

the 1800s, Plains tribes would illustrate on old bank 

ledgers, and John carries on the tradition. 

“He has this cool blend of traditional and contemporary, 

and he’s pulling from something his family has 

been doing for generations,” Alex says. “It’s incredible 

to have an artist of that caliber.” 

Sean and Alex recently gutted the Jackson Hole gallery 

and rebuilt it from the ground up, using materials 

they found in Western junk stores. 

She hopes visitors get lost in the renovated gallery, 

the same way they get lost in Gary’s art. 

“His work and creative journey have set the tone for 

this gallery,” she says. “He bears quiet witness to 

their story and you feel it in his art.” 

Pieces at Medicine Bird Gallery begin at $30 for small 

prints. Visit medicinebirdgallery.com for more. n 

Chris Figenshau 

Wyatt Bradford, general manager of 

Medicine Bird Gallery, and Cider 



STYLE REMIX 

Penny Lane boutique offers a fresh, affordable take on fashion 

WORDS Caleigh Smith | IMAGES David Bowers 

In the heart of Jackson, where the mountains meet 

Glenwood Street, there’s a hidden gem shaking 

up the fashion scene. This isn’t your typical fancy 

mountain ski town boutique — it’s a place where flannel 

meets flair, and cowboy boots cozy up to chic dresses. 

Welcome to the go-to spot for women (and kiddos) who 

want to redefine their style without the fuss — or the 

typical price tag. 

Andi Dornan, the owner of Penny Lane, has carefully curated her store 

with intentionally picked pieces that are anything but what you might 

ordinarily find elsewhere in Jackson, and her main focus over the 

years has been to create an inventory and atmosphere that welcomes 

all, both aesthetically and financially. 

“I’ve always wanted to create a welcoming, approachable, affordable 

place for everyone that also actually carries on-trend, stylish pieces 

that everyone can wear,” Andi says, glancing around her colorful store 

from one rack of fun sweaters to her new line of children’s clothes: 

Mini Penny. 

Penny Lane has had quite the tour-de-Jackson over the years, as 

some may remember its stints on both Scott Lane and, more recently, 

across the street on Glenwood. Andi has worked tirelessly to move 

closer and closer to Town Square, but this new location is where she 

now calls home and where she intends to stay. “It’s close enough that 

we get the foot traffic from people walking down Broadway from Town 

Square and hanging a left ... it’s just been a better opportunity here in 

this space so far.” 

Andi also has the unique opportunity to feature local artists in a small 

extra room cordoned off by hazy glass doors in the back of the shop. 

She hopes to expand this feature to include makeup bars, florists 

and pop-up art shows, to name just a few future ideas. Andi says that 

other store owners around town help push her to be better, expand, 

and better harness her creativity. “They sharpen me. We sharpen each 

other, is what I would actually say,” she explains. “They’re helping push 

me to try new things.” 

In her down-to-earth boutique, fashion isn’t about following rules; it’s 

about having fun and discovering the style that feels uniquely you. “I 

just want to have a really thoughtful and curated collection of clothes 

that’s fun,” Andi says. “I don’t want fashion pieces to be too serious for 

people. Either you like something or you don’t. It isn’t supposed to be 

the greatest decision in your life. It’s supposed to be fun!” 

No fashion elitism here — just good vibes, great finds and a whole lot 

of style remixing in the Tetons. n 


“ 

I’VE ALWAYS WANTED TO CREATE 

A WELCOMING, APPROACHABLE, 

AFFORDABLE PLACE FOR EVERYONE 

THAT ALSO ACTUALLY CARRIES 

ON-TREND, STYLISH PIECES THAT 

EVERYONE CAN WEAR.” 

Andi Dornan, Owner 

of Penny Lane 


White Yura 

Alexander Raths 



GARDENING IN 

THE TETONS 

From patio planters to custom 

ponds, spruce up your yard with these 

tips from local landscapers 


Gardening in the Rockies isn’t rocket science. All you need 

is a little patience and a few bags of mulch. “The soils in 

this area are described as clay soils, which means they 

don’t drain well and plant roots have a hard time growing in 

them,” says Carrie Baysek of MD Landscaping in Driggs, Idaho. 

“To help amend clay soil add organic matter when planting, and 

every year after. I like to top dress all my garden beds with bags 

of compost each spring.” 

It’s a simple solution for a common problem in the arid West, where the gardening 

season is just a little shorter, and the perfect combination of flowers and 

shrubs might take a little longer to blossom. 

Mulch isn’t exactly a miracle cure. But it comes close. 

“Mulch helps keep in moisture and weeds out,” Carrie says. “Mulch can be bark, a 

thin layer of aged compost, or landscape rock bark. Early spring is a great time to 

do it while the weeds are still small and easy to pull out.” 

Small gardens and hanging pots are easy ways to spruce up your front yard. But 

when it’s time to reimagine the entire property? Carrie says, call the experts. 

Gardening in the West might not be rocket science, but landscaping is hardly an 

afternoon project. 

“We specialize in premium landscape design and installation from start to finish,” 

Carrie says. “We love to build relationships and work with our clients for years 

after as well, maintaining the landscape and plant materials.” 

Carrie has been with MD Landscaping for 25 years, almost as long as they have 

been curating custom landscapes at homes and businesses across the Teton 

Valley. Her home away from home is a 50-acre nursery off Highway 33, where MD 

experts tend for perennials, annuals, trees and shrubs that are hardy enough to 

thrive in the Rocky Mountains. You’ll also find the compost you need to spruce up 

your garden every spring, plus fertilizer, grass seed, bark and pest control products. 

And when you’re done shopping? Stop by the Marigold Cafe for a snack or 

latte, and then visit the in-house gift shop for bird feeders, gardening books or 


1 

3 PRO TIPS 

Want to make your property pop? 

Career gardening pro Carrie Baysek of 

MD Landscaping has three easy tips 

Plant with the season. This varies from year to year based on 

snowmelt, temperatures, site location and what you are planting, 

but for the novice gardener, Carrie recommends waiting until 

Memorial Day. Just be aware that it can still freeze in mid-June, or 

even later. 

Plant a few pots. Potted flowers and hanging pots on your patio 

2 or entryway will brighten up your outdoor living area in a snap. 

They’re a smaller commitment than in-ground gardens and easier 

to keep alive when the frost hits. If you don’t know what flowers to 

plant, visit a nursery for advice. 

Mulch before you plant. Carrie says mulch is a natural weed block. 

3 Do it early, and don’t be afraid to refresh if it washes away or pools 

up in a heavy rainstorm. 

Edgars Melkis 

Courtesy MD Landscaping 

houseplants. Stop by during the Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays to find a 

slew of local gifts for the season. 

LIGHT IT UP 

Based in Jackson is Wyoming Landscape Maintenance. Founder, owner and 

president Nick Orsillo offers full-service landscaping for residential and commercial 

properties. 

If you’re redoing your property from the dirt up, Wyoming Landscape Maintenance 

will take your yard to a new level. Nick and his team of landscape architects 

work with clients to personalize every project for any budget. They design 

custom waterfalls and ponds using stones cut by in-house masons. If grass is in 

your vision, they install irrigation systems for any size yard or garden. They will 

even make your property pop after dark with unique “nightscapes,” using ground 

and suspended lighting. 

When your project is finished, Wyoming Landscape Maintenance can maintain it 

with mowing, weed control, slash removal, pruning and planting. 

Ronstik 

Wyoming Landscape Maintenance has been working with property owners, managers 

and caretakers on summer projects for over two decades. And when the snow 

flies? Give them a call. They plow properties of all sizes, all across the valley. n 


BASECAMP 


JACKSON HOLE’S TOP 10 

SUMMER EXPERIENCES 

Get outside and enjoy all the 

mountains have to offer 


Refreshing one’s perspective by trying something new is a great way 

to feel alive. Here are the top 10 activities in Jackson Hole that will 

take you into the territory of the unexpected. 


Whit Griffin 

Courtesy Wyoming Balloon Company 


IMMERSE YOURSELF AT THE KING 

It is possible to experience a bountiful Jackson summer while staying 

close to town. Snow King Mountain delves into the experiential with many 

choices. Visit snowkingmountain.com to learn more about the fun options 

that can be had by the whole family. 

• Strap into a harness and take 

a ride on the steepest zipline 

in North America 

• Make your way to the top 

of the mountain on the new 

eight-passenger Leitner- 

Poma gondola 

• The Treetop Adventure is a 

ropes course that will both 

challenge and elevate you 

• Take a ride on the alpine slide, 

with nearly a mile of curves and 

some mild g-forces 

• King Concerts at the summit 

stage offer spectacular views 

while live music drifts through 

the mountain air 

Jess Bernstein 


1 

Hot air ballooning in the Tetons 

The Wyoming Balloon Company is ready to take you for a ride over gorgeous, 

peak-filled territory. You will launch into the sky with an experienced pilot, 

and take in views of our beloved Teton Range, the Snake River and Jackson Hole. 

Lifting to various altitudes that top off at 1,000 feet, this hour-long flight will elevate 

your soul. Visit wyomingballoon.com to book your skyward excursion. 

2 

Spend the night at Granite Hot Springs 

This classic Jackson experience will have you celebrating the bliss of 

nature and feeling new all at the same time. Although the springs are 

developed and feature a pool, visitors are still surrounded by dense forest. The 

bumpy dirt road to the springs is accessible in the summer by vehicle, and the 

experience can be amplified by camping overnight in one of the first-come, firstserved 

sites near the healing waters. Learn more on the USDA Forest Service 

site: fs.usda.gov. 

3 

Hurl yourself into Phelps Lake 

A hike to Grand Teton National Park’s Phelps Lake is rich in views and 

wildlife, but many consider Jumping Rock to be the main attraction. This 

daring leap of almost 30 feet will plunge you into water that can be as cold as 

40 degrees. Do not take this goal lightly, as your safety is paramount. Do the 

research necessary to ensure that your body is ready to take on the shock of the 

water and prepare to safely visit the park by clicking your way to nps.gov. 

4 

Paddleboard the park 

The pristine mountain waters of Leigh and String lakes reflect the soaring 

peaks of the Teton Range, and part of the charm for these two bodies of 

water is that only human-powered vessels are permitted. The choice of paddle 

boarding is just the right thing to take you into a placid experience you won’t soon 

forget. This outing requires a permit and visiting nps.gov provides the details you 

need to get it right. As far as renting equipment is concerned, there are multiple 

vendors in the area who would be happy to aid in your adventure. SUPerior Paddlesports 

is one option — when you book through this outfit, they take care of the 

park permit that is needed. Go to superiorpaddlesports.com for more. 

5 

Spread your wings with paragliding 

You do not need experience in paragliding if you elect to take a tandem 

flight with Jackson Hole Paragliding Services. This is a singular way of 

absorbing Jackson’s views, and the lofty feeling of flight will set you free. Visit 

jhparagliding.com to plan the ride of a lifetime. 

6 

Take in a celestial view at the new Snow King Observatory 

Star-gazing tourism is growing, and the long-awaited completion of this 

facility has visitors captivated. The one-meter PlaneWave telescope at 

the observatory is considered one of the world’s largest. Featuring a planetarium 

theater that seats 35, it is the only observatory in North America that sits at the 

peak of a ski resort. 

7 

Whitewater ride or scenic float 

The Snake River is calling, and you must go. There are ample options in 

whitewater outfits that will take you into these scenic waters. Choices 

abound as well with regard to the pace you would like to enjoy. Whether you are 

looking for the thrill of whitewater, or a relaxing scenic float, Jackson’s rafting 

guides have got you covered. 

8 

Jump into the saddle, and sleep under the stars 

If you are taken by the lore of this region, and crave a cowboy experience, 

there are options to be had. Taking a day trip in the saddle has its appeal 

but choosing an overnight stay in the Tetons will bolster your experience. One of 

the many professional outfitters in our region will guide you safely and greet you 

in the morning with a strong dose of cowboy coffee. 

Courtesy Wyoming Balloon Company 

9 

Hike to Lake Solitude via South Jenny Lake Loop Trail 

Not for the faint of heart, this hike is considered strenuous. During this 

out-and-back, you will gain 2,910 feet in elevation. Don’t let the steep 

switchbacks and narrow sections stop you. The pay-off is splendid grandeur, 

with views that will live in your memory long after the challenge is over. The full 

trek is just over 18 miles, and depending on your level of fitness, can take anywhere 

from nine to 14 hours to accomplish. 

10 

Roll through the Jackson Hole Bike Park 

Located at Jackson Hole Mountain Resort, the varied terrain appeals to 

multiple experience levels, from novice to advanced. Choose the path 

that suits your skills, and take your sweet time rolling to the base. Once you’ve 

landed, jump on the Teewinot lift or take the Sweetwater Gondola back to the top, 

and do it again. Visit jacksonhole.com for all the details. 

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GO WILD, DO GOOD 

Leave your mark on Jackson Hole with ‘voluntourism,’ your 

new favorite way to adventure and give back 


Here’s a sight you won’t find in any guidebook, and it’s more common than bison or bears: barbed wire. Thousands of miles of it. 

“Historically, a lot of what is today Grand Teton National Park started as parcels of private land, much of it used for ranching,” 

says Kyle Kissock of the Jackson Hole Wildlife Foundation. “As many parcels were sold to what would become the park, the 

fencing was still there. We had a need to pull this down, but we didn’t always have the manpower.” 

It’s known as “pulling fence,” and it’s restoring the landscape, mile by mile. 

“Jackson Hole is known for the iconic wildlife we have here,” Kyle says. “They are 

wild and free, completing long-distance movements and migrations in ways they 

don’t in other places. But just because we have these animals doesn’t mean they 

aren’t threatened by old and new challenges.” 

BEING WILD 

Since 1996, volunteers with the foundation have pulled or repaired hundreds 

of miles of fence. Many volunteers come year after year, and some even come 

from out of state. 

But Kyle knows pulling barbed wire isn’t for everyone. The foundation recently 

launched its Being Wild Initiative for locals and visitors to engage in authentic 

volunteer and conservation-based experiences suited to their interests. “The 

idea is these are ways someone who is visiting to ski, or visiting to hike, can give 

back to the landscape,” Kyle says, “and improve the habitat.” 

BIRD BANDING 

The most popular Being Wild program is bird banding for migrating songbirds. 

During peak summer season, starting in June, volunteers can observe and assist 

wildlife experts managing the local bird-tracking program. It is one of the oldest 

in the Mountain West. 

Here’s how it works: Experts fit the birds with bands, recording a bird’s species, 

age and origins for the bird-banding database. It is perfect for families and kids 

who may even be called upon to help record data or release a bird. 

Courtesy Jackson Hole Wildlife Foundation 


“ 

THE IDEA IS THESE ARE WAYS 

SOMEONE WHO IS VISITING TO SKI, 

OR VISITING TO HIKE, CAN GIVE 

BACK TO THE LANDSCAPE AND 

IMPROVE THE HABITAT.” 

Kyle Kissock, Jackson Hole 

Wildlife Foundation 

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“At the banding station the banders have birds in their hands,” Kyle says. “You’ve 

got this tiny songbird that has migrated from as far as Mexico, or South America. 

It is very, very special.” 

Wanna see a bigger beastie? Come back every March for Moose Day, when volunteers 

search for moose, collecting observations that are used to support the 

Wyoming Game and Fish Department’s official population estimate. 

HABITAT RESTORATION 

Pulling weeds might sound like a chore, but not in this park. 

“We’re not using chemicals,” Kyle says of the summertime noxious weed program. 

“We’re using shovels and bags, targeting noxious weeds, and we need to get rid of 

them because they choke out the native species which wildlife rely on.” 

Find your next voluntourism adventure on the Being Wild Jackson Hole calendar 

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VOLUNTOURISM 101 

Hunting for ways to do good on vacation, but don’t know where to start? 

Try these simple tips from Scott Kosiba, executive director with Friends of 

the Bridger-Teton: a nonprofit supporting 3.4 million acres of public land. 

LEAVE IT BETTER THAN YOU FOUND IT 

“It is a simple thing. You might not get a handshake or a pat on the back, but 

every time I go backpacking with my dog in the Winds (Wind River Range), I 

tend to bring out more weight in trash than I brought in with me.” 

GET SOCIAL 

“We’re a social media culture. Say on Instagram, ‘I was at the national forest 

and I picked up three pounds of trash, and it felt amazing.’ You don’t give 

the trail tag, but share what you did. It’s worth celebrating. It’s fostering 

that culture of stewardship.” 

GIVE PENNIES 

“Support us with cash. Even a few bucks helps these small nonprofits.” 

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HAVE A BLAST 

Jackson Hole Shooting Experience offers first-timers or longtime 

firearm enthusiasts a safe place to learn and recreate 

WORDS Jessica Smith 

The Jackson Hole Shooting Experience blends the Wild West with modern day for a whole lot of fun. Started by Lynn Sherwood and 

her husband Shepard Humphries in 2010, the Jackson Hole Shooting Experience offers guests of all backgrounds and experience 

levels a chance to safely learn and recreate with firearms in a controlled environment alongside a knowledgeable instructor. 

Entrepreneurship isn’t new to the couple — they’ve 

shepherded a number of business ventures over the 

years, but the Jackson Hole Shooting Experience is 

the one they’ve held onto the longest, and it’s clear 

why. Both Lynn and Shepard share a passion for the 

shooting sports, and are eager to share this appreciation 

with as many others as possible. 

For Shepard, the business wasn’t just a natural 

extension of his career experience in law enforcement 

in both California and Wyoming. A catalyst of 

starting the Jackson Hole Shooting Experience was 

a friend who’d enlisted Shepard’s help. The friend 

had inherited a number of firearms after his father 

had passed, and asked to tap into Shepard’s expertise. 

After their lesson, his friend said, “That was 

amazing, you’re a good teacher. You know, you could 

start a business teaching city slickers like me!” 

For Lynn, shooting is not a sport that she grew 

up with, and she admits to feeling nervous when 

she took her first pistol class at 37 years old. She 

described being teary and trembling before taking 

her first shots on the range, but she was determined 

to give it a try and face her fears. 

“I took a few shots with my coach and I looked 

around and I was like, ‘hmm, that’s actually not what 

I thought this would be like,’” Lynn says, remembering 

that first class. “About 10 shots in, I was just 

hooked. It’s like this lightbulb went off in my head.” 

Joining her first range competition just two weeks 

later “for the camaraderie and community,” she 

says, now she’s a true enthusiast, a trained instructor, 

and dedicated to giving other newcomers that 

exact same opportunity. 

THE EXPERIENCE 

Newcomers are, in fact, welcome at the Jackson 

Hole Shooting Experience. Many groups are family 

units, within which several members may have 

experience with firearms and several may not. “This 


family dynamic is our niche, our specialty,” says 

Lynn. The most popular option is their Multi-Gun 

Rifle & Pistol Experience, which allows clients to 

learn about and get comfortable with a variety of 

different firearms and target distances. 

Once an experience is booked, the guests will meet 

their instructor, receive their safety gear and then 

be escorted to their reserved space on the range. 

“Each family or group has their own private coach, 

with 100% attention dedicated to them,” says Lynn. 

The coach begins with a safety briefing and will then 

walk through the fundamentals of several small caliber 

firearms, working their way through the different 

types, allowing the guests to become familiar 

and comfortable with a variety of options. 

“The coach will engage the family in some competitions 

against their personal best and against 

each other,” Lynn explains. “It’s a really fun and safe 

way to learn about shooting before getting into the 

larger calibers and longer distances.” The company 

has over 70 guns at the ready, with steel targets 

placed between 15 and 600 yards. “It’s so satisfying 

to hear that ‘ding’ when your bullet hits exactly 

where you wanted it to,” says Shephard. 

Courtesy Jackson Hole Shooting Experience 

MAKING CONNECTIONS 

Building an afternoon of family bonding and memories 

is the true experience that Lynn, Shepard and the 

instructors seek to create for their guests. 

“We want families to have big connections,” Lynn 

says, and what better way to do that than through a 

unique experience that pairs new knowledge, new 

skills, and a healthy dose of friendly competition. 

Lynn has numerous heart-warming and humorous 

stories about guests moving through their fears and 

blossoming on the range. Some family members 

remember their previous shooting experiences, and 

offer tips. Instead of texting or scrolling on their 

phones, kids are taking photos and videos of their 

family members hitting the target. An ideal situation, 

Lynn posits, is that, 10 years from now, a family is sitting 

around the dinner table, reminiscing about their 

Jackson Hole shooting experience, and sharing fond 

memories of being together. 

Personable instructors are an integral part of the 

Jackson Hole Shooting Experience — spending 

several hours one-on-one with guests to make sure 

they feel safe and have an enjoyable time. 

“We’re incredibly fortunate to have such an amazing 

team,” Lynn says. Many of their instructors have been 

working with them for over five years, and some more 

than a decade. The instructors and employees also 

make lasting connections with their guests. 

“A longtime guest in her 80s feels like an old friend,” 

says reservationist and booking guru Ashleigh Allan 

Read. “Every time she calls, I jump to answer the 

phone because I know we’re going to have a fun 

conversation. And I love it when I get to give her 

hugs on the range and see how well she knows all 

the longtime coaches!” 

CHOOSE YOUR EXPERIENCE 

In addition to the family favorite Multi-Gun Rifle & 

Pistol Experience, guests can opt for a number of 

experiences, including shotgun clays or archery. 

“Some of my wonderful memories have been with 

“ 

ABOUT 10 SHOTS IN, 

I WAS JUST HOOKED. IT’S 

LIKE THIS LIGHTBULB 

WENT OFF IN MY HEAD.” 

Lynn Sherwood, Co-owner 

families enjoying archery,” says longtime instructor 

Scott Austin. “I have watched many families develop 

tighter relationships while enjoying their newfound 

family sport.” 

Those interested in extreme long-range options can 

choose the Nomad Rifleman experience, which features 

steel targets for guests out to 2.5 miles away. 

In fact, in September 2022, the team and friends 

achieved a new world record, hitting a target at a 

mind-boggling distance of 4.4 miles. 

Whether your group consists of family members, 

friends, co-workers or you want to ‘give it a shot’ 

solo, and whether you’re learning something new or 

simply eager to enjoy a familiar hobby — the Jackson 

Hole Shooting Experience has something to 

offer. Learn more by calling (307) 690-7921 or going 

online to www.shootinjh.com. n 


ESSENTIAL 

PATIO 

PROVISIONS 

Amy Jimmerson / Courtesy 

Jackson Hole Mountain Resort 


Our TOP 20 spots 

to soak up the 

sun and savor 

every bite 

Deck at Piste 


Dornan’s Chuckwagon 

Jeff Bernhard Photography / 

Courtesy Dornan’s 

WORDS Fanny Slater 

Whether you’re craving a sun-kissed supper, settling into the shade, or snuggling under a heat lamp, there’s no wrong way 

to dine outside in Jackson. From the crisp mountain air to the alpine ambiance, every al fresco bite in our stunning corner 

of the country is savored alongside nature’s beauty. Forget what Guy Fieri said about triple-D; our version of this acronym 

stands for delicious deck dining. And if eating in the open air is a mandatory part of your culinary criteria, you’ve come to the right 

page. Below is our top 20 eateries for relishing the outdoors. 

1 

Calico Bar & Restaurant 

(307) 733-2460 | calicorestaurant.com 

Calico’s idyllic exterior — marked by a verdant floral aesthetic, twinkling string 

lights and an all-encompassing view of the Teton Mountains — provides a noteworthy 

evening for the whole family. The open-air sanctuary is only outdone by 

the Italian provisions pristinely designed by Chef Cody Allen. Much of the menu 

features locally sourced ingredients from the restaurant’s summer gardens 

cooked in a fruitwood burning oven. Let the kiddos frolic on the spacious lawn 

while you indulge in the Bruschetta — a medley of marinated tomatoes, fragrant 

roasted garlic, herby pesto and crostini. 

Calico Bar & Restaurant 

Courtesy Calico Restaurant & Bar 

2 

Dornan’s Chuckwagon 

(307) 733-2415 | dornans.com/dining/chuckwagon 

Tri-tip melt in a teepee, anyone? With its picturesque outdoor seating and grand 

mountain range backdrop, Dornan’s has Western hospitality written all over it. 

Since 1948, the Chuckwagon has been a landmark for hungry tourists looking for 

a post-hike nosh. Align the rugged beauty of the Tetons with hearty cowboy cuisine, 

and you’ll suddenly be in the mood for breakfast, lunch, dinner and corn hole. 

Open June through September, the offerings stretch from sourdough pancakes to 

in-house smoked BBQ. Don’t pass up the boozy sloshies and ice cream cart. 

3 

Gun Barrel Steak and Game House 

(307) 733-3287 | gunbarrel.com 

While Gun Barrel is widely known for its eclectic Old West fixtures inside — see: 

the sprawling display of full-mount game trophies and antique cowboy artifacts 

— the charming patio makes for an equally memorable meal. Overlook the 

expansive valleys of Jackson’s landscape while slicing into the superior mesquite-grilled 

elk loin. For the indecisive diners, the mixed game grill (a generous 

combination of elk steak, bison prime rib and venison bratwurst) is a great way to 

sample the best of the best. 

4 

Jackson Drug & Original Soda Fountain 

(307) 201-1275 | jacksondrug.com 

If a creamy huckleberry malt gives you all the feels, you’re in good company. Nestled 

into the northwest corner of the Town Square, Jackson Drug is an institution 

with a century of history. Originally opened in 1919 as a pharmacy, this beloved 

eatery and soda fountain now slings classic American lunch counter delights in 

a retro setting. It’s the canopied terrace that provides some of the best seats in 

the house, however. The menu exudes nostalgia but embraces modernity with 

munchies like chewy queso-dipped soft pretzels and crispy Brussel sprouts. 

Enjoy your local double smash bison burger streetside for some of the best people 

watching around. 


Persephone Bakery Café 

Jackson Drug & Original Soda Fountain 

Courtesy Persephone Bakery Café 

Courtesy Jackson Drug & Original Soda 

5 

King’s Grill Restaurant 

(307) 201-5464 | kingsgrilljh.com 

Chill out atop Snow King Mountain while chowing down on a white cheddar and 

bacon jam burger at King’s Grill. Opened in May 2016, this casual family-friendly 

restaurant at the Rafferty lift base offers traditional American favorites with 

a regional twist alongside soaring mountain views. After your al fresco feast of 

loaded fries, belly up to the outdoor games. Throw in a chocolate milkshake and 

you’ve got an unforgettable experience for little ones — not to mention mini golf, 

the Cowboy Coaster, Alpine Slide and a ropes course. 

6 

Melvin Taproom & Kitchen 

(307) 654-201-0427 | melvinbrewing.com 

Crushable craft beer meets mountain vibes at the Alpine, WY Taproom by Melvin 

Brewing. While the vast interior boasts large community tables and local art, it’s 

the outdoor space that steals the show. Located just south of Jackson Hole (in 

an area often referred to as Wydaho), this thriving taproom’s lawn is a sunlit oasis 

serving up big, bold IPAs and beef barbacoa tacos. Cozy up to a picnic table overlooking 

the Palisades Reservoir while live music and expertly layered nachos set 

the tone. 

7 

Nora’s Fish Creek Inn 

(307) 733-7662 | norasfishcreekinn.com 

Escape to the enchanting Nora’s Fish Creek Inn for even one bite of the banana 

bread French toast (as seen on “Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives”) and you’ll see what 

the buzz is about. Tucked amidst the serene beauty of Fish Creek, this treasured 

destination is a testament to the untamed wonder of Wyoming’s wilderness and 

has been serving robust breakfast and lunch items at the base of Teton Pass for 

over 40 years. The patio is a prime venue to grub down, and the tangy Huevos 

Ranchero live up to their legendary status. 

8 

North Grille 

(307) 733-7788 | jhgtc.com/dining 

The best views in the valley in addition to exquisitely plated New American fare 

certainly make for a hole-in-one at the North Grille at Jackson Hole Golf & Tennis 

Club. The staff is celebrated for their warm demeanor and dedicated efforts to 

ensure guests feel completely at ease. On top of local mountain cuisine, dazzling 

desserts and a seasonally rotating menu, the restaurant’s courtyard features glorious 

unobstructed fireside views of the Tetons overlooking the course. 

9 Palate 

(307) 201-5208 | palatejh.com 

Perched at the peak of East Gros Ventre Butte within the National Museum of 

Wildlife Art, Palate genuinely embodies the expression “an artful lunch in Jackson 

Hole.” With the stunning backdrop of Sleeping Indian Mountain, Snow King Mountain, 

and the National Elk Refuge, diners dig into locally inspired soups, salads 

and handhelds. Pull up a shaded table and soak in the panoramic views on the 

patio while feasting on the trout po boi: a seamless fusion of Cajun-dusted Idaho 

red trout with smoky onion remoulade and homemade pickles. 

10 

Persephone Bakery Café 

(307) 200-6708 | persephonebakery.com 

French finesse overlaps with wild Wyoming at this European-inspired, James 

Beard semi-finalist bakery in Jackson Hole. Breathe in the morning air, but 

mostly the fragrant scent of fresh-baked brioche from the dreamy deck. For the 

chilly times of year, snag a turmeric latte and a blanket and curl up by the fire 

pit. Early bird gets first dibs on the artisanal breads and delicate pastries since 

being a “scratch bakery” means Persephone only sells items baked that day. On 

the savory side, the BEC croissant with Gruyère and life-changing Shakshuka are 

top sellers. 


Snake River Roasting Company 

Spur Restaurant & Bar 

The Silver Dollar Bar 

Courtesy The Silver Dollar Bar Courtesy Spur Restaurant & Bar 

Courtesy Snake River Roasting Company 

11 RPK3 

(307) 739-2738 | jacksonhole.com/rpk3 

After an adventure on the mountain, you’ll be ready to refuel at RPK3. This 

fast-casual kitchen and bar specializes in everything from small bites to hearty 

favorites and every happy hour indulgence in between. Conveniently located 

under the Aerial Tram, the ample deck on this lively slopeside spot is an ideal pit 

stop for coffee cocktails and bison lettuce wraps. Heaters and fire pits are perpetually 

on standby for brisk afternoons, but the bustling surroundings will help 

keep you warm. 

12 

Snake River Grill 

(307) 733-0557 | snakerivergrill.com 

Impeccably prepared New American fare plus exquisite desserts in a refined logcabin 

setting are the crucial deets on the delightful Snake River Grill. When the 

weather allows, score a seat on the shady patio, and get ready to devour a woodfired 

steak tartare pizza you’ll be dreaming about for weeks. Atmosphere, food 

and service are equally as flawless at SRG, so it’s no surprise it’s a locals’ favorite 

for fine dining. Start with the black Périgord truffle gnocchi and Royal Kaluga 

caviar service because YOLO. 

13 

Snake River Roasting Company 

(307) 312-2382 | snakeriverroastingco.com 

Stationed in the heart of Jackson Hole’s bustling Town Square, Snake River 

Roasting Company unveiled their newest gem in the Pink Garter Plaza. Championing 

artisanal coffee culture, they teamed up with world-class chefs Clark 

Myers and Chas Baki to curate a breakfast and lunch menu that blends graband-go 

convenience with gourmet goodies. The café’s outdoor space is perfect 

for savoring an orange zest mocha and the masterfully crafted Filipino Breakfast 

with crispy pork belly, jasmine rice, cashew furikake sweet soy, and a runny egg. 

14 

Spur Restaurant & Bar 

(307) 732-6932 | tetonlodge.com/spur-restaurant 

After undergoing a spectacular makeover last year, Spur continues to be 

renowned as a top-rated foodie hotspot for modern mountain cuisine. The culinary 

minds behind the curtain flawlessly mingle American West flavors with 

Alpine European techniques. Newly revitalized, Spur’s après ski scene radiates 

chic sophistication while maintaining its inviting allure, and eating on the cozy 

tree-lined patio elevates everything to the next level. Deviled eggs are always a 

standout to start with and the 307 Fries with braised elk gravy are a must-have. 

15 

StillWest Brewery & Grill 

(307) 201-5955 | stillwestbreweryandgrill.com 

Experience the epitome of Western charm at StillWest, where outdoor dining 

takes center stage in the middle of Snow King Mountain. Homestyle bar food, a 

dog-friendly taproom, and a broad lineup of exceptional in-house brews are the 

standard at this airy hangout. In the snowy months, the mountainside exterior is 

the place to be to catch skiers flying down the hill, but the truffle fries are delicious 

any time of year. For the best of what StillWest has to offer in one bite, go 

for the steamed mussels simmered with chorizo, peppers and their Una Más — a 

crisp Mexican lager perfumed with orange blossom. 

16 

Teton Thai 

(307) 733-0022 / (307) 699-9783 | tetonthaivillage.com 

If basil-spiked green coconut curry, a vibrant leafy landscape, and fun, friendly 

servers top your list of dining prerequisites — Teton Thai’s outdoor arena will 

satisfy all your senses in one fell swoop. With just six tables inside, it’s the lush 

lanai that fills up quickly for lunch and dinner when the temperature is just right. 

Signature cocktails like the lychee sake martini are an appropriate match for the 

crispy fried dumplings and tangy, ever-popular pad Thai with tofu and peanuts. 


17 

The Blue Lion 

(307) 733-3912 | bluelionrestaurant.com 

Since its inception in 1978, The Blue Lion has wooed guests with its knowledgeable 

staff, romantic ambiance, and timeless, French-inspired courses within the 

quaint confines of a historic downtown Jackson house. For over four decades, 

it’s remained a cornerstone of Jackson Hole’s culinary landscape and the gorgeous 

covered patio enhances the appeal. The grilled New Zealand rack of lamb 

remains king, but starters like crab and cream cheese-stuffed ’shrooms and 

homemade mud pie for dessert are can’t-miss items. For a memorable date 

night, book an al fresco table when the live acoustic guitarist can provide the 

background music for your meal. 

18 

Piste Mountain Bistro 

(307) 732-3177 | jacksonhole.com/piste-mountain-bistro 

Situated on the summit of the Bridger Gondola in Teton Village within Jackson 

Hole Mountain Resort is Chef Wes Hamilton’s latest epicurean paradise, Piste. 

Prepare for an elegant array of locally sourced dishes (like the grilled bison tenderloin), 

optimal for solo enjoyment or sharing with friends. With its floor-to-ceiling 

windows, the bistro offers an immersive indoor/outdoor vibe. If through-theglass 

views don’t do the trick (or you’re waiting on a reservation), pop outside to 

the first-come, first-serve patio for fresh air and more casual eats. 

The Blue Lion 

Courtesy The Blue Lion 

Amy Jimmerson / Courtesy Jackson Hole Mountain Resort 

RPK 3 

19 

The Kitchen 

(307) 734-1633 | kitchenjacksonhole.com 

This Town Square-adjacent restaurant is rooted in contemporary American cuisine, 

but draws influence from Asian flavors. The Kitchen prides itself on presenting 

each ingredient in its best light and the imaginative seasonal plates are 

always the talk of the town. The breezy front porch is a stellar landing zone to 

unwind in the summer with a boozy libation. Fan favorites of the aforementioned 

include the Al Pastor with jalapeno-infused vodka, pineapple, and a tajin rim. 

Pair with an equally zippy crudo or ceviche creation from the raw samplings. 

20 

The Silver Dollar Bar 

(307) 732-3939 | worthotel.com/silver-dollar-bar 

Known for being a great bar with even better food, you’ll find this one-of-a-kind 

downtown haunt in the historic Wort Hotel. Before you ask — yes, SDB earned its 

namesake from those 2,032 uncirculated 1921 Morgan Silver Dollars embedded in 

the bar’s surface. Sunny streetside seating is just one of the many perks of this 

Western-themed establishment, along with the live music and dancing throughout 

the week. Regulars rave over the cheesy, bacon-y corn chowder, elk sliders, 

and smoked trout app. 


MOUNTAIN 

METAMO 


RPHOSIS 

An eternal tale of 

transformation 


“ 

JACKSON HOLE IS, AT ITS LITERAL CORE, 

A PLACE OF WILD REINVENTION.” 


WORDS Melissa Thomasma | IMAGES Mark Gocke 

There once was an ocean here. Its Cambrian-era 

fingerprints linger, even through the last 500 million 

years. The rocks of the Teton Range are some of the 

oldest in North America, but the mountains themselves? 

Toddlers, at least geologically speaking. 

Thrust skyward by the forces of the Teton Fault, much of the rock in the peaks is 

metamorphic; gneiss and schist forged through unimaginable heat and pressure, 

leaving their sea-floor genesis behind and evolving into one of the planet’s most dramatic 

skylines.Then came the ice. Creeping and unstoppable, glaciers ground themselves 

through the towers of stone. When they receded, they left a newly sculpted 

place behind; steep valleys, rolling heaps of moraine, deep-scooped alpine lakes. 

It would be easy to believe that the landscape surrounding Jackson Hole is a feature 

that is consistent. A backdrop. But the evidence surrounds us: it has undergone 

tremendous metamorphosis. It is a fitting backstory for the cultures that 

have inhabited this region since. The Tetons have long enthralled humans, and 

as they’ve dwelled in the mountain’s shadows, have found themselves inspired to 

their own transformations. 

Jackson Hole is, at its literal earthly core, a place of wild reinvention. 

Before Wyoming was even enshrined as a state, trappers and explorers knew 

that there was something deeply special about the Tetons and the otherworldly 

geologic and thermal features of the caldera to the north. In 1872, President 

Ulysses S. Grant officially established Yellowstone National Park; a groundbreaking 

step in what would become a nationwide constellation of areas preserved for 

all Americans. Public lands, owned by all — stewarded carefully for present and 

future generations — was then something of a revolutionary concept. 

The following decades saw Jackson Hole’s first homesteaders and year-round 

settlers stake claims in the valley. Into the early 1900s, more families arrived and 

tried their hand at ranching, but it proved difficult in the hardscrabble earth of 

the Tetons. Rocky ground twisted with stubborn sagebrush, grueling winters, and 

dry summers made it tough — especially on the western side of the Snake River. 

And yet, something irresistible kept drawing people to the valley. 

In 1908, Louis Joy and Struthers Burt had an idea. Instead of shipping beef out 

of Jackson Hole, they decided to welcome visitors in. The JY Ranch became the 

first dude ranch in the valley. Quickly followed by the Bar BC and White Grass, dude 

ranching blossomed into a thriving facet of the area’s economy. According to History 

Jackson Hole, the summer of 1925 tallied 400 locals eclipsed by 600 “dudes.” 

Though these ranches typically kept a half dozen or so cows on hand — largely 

to enhance guests’ experience at “playing cowboy” — they welcomed guests 

from across the country to connect with the landscape through hunting, fishing, 

horseback riding and more. 

Operations of this nature, however, were next to impossible when the valley was 

blanketed in feet of snow. As early as the late 1890s, people had been utilizing 

skis to transport mail and other goods from neighboring Teton Valley, Idaho; 

it wasn’t long before locals were hopping on the slopes for their own entertainment. 

In 1939, Snow King opened as the state’s first commercially operated ski 

facility, making the uphill part of the sport much easier. 

Today, Snow King and Jackson Hole Mountain Resort host a combined 750,000 

skiers each season. No longer are winters in the valley anticipated as long, 


grueling slogs of frostbite and cabin fever; the community’s enthusiastic 

embrace of boundary-pushing athleticism and passion for powder has made 

Jackson Hole one of the world’s premier ski destinations. 

EXPLORING MORE 

Cultivating a deeper understanding of Jackson Hole’s natural and 

human history is guaranteed to make your visit even more unforgettable. 

Plan a visit to a few — or all! — of the area’s interpretive sites to discover 

fascinating stories and information. 

Craig Thomas Discovery &Visitor Center 

Located in Moose, Wy., the visitor center offers modern displays that 

explore the themes of place, people, preservation and mountaineering. 

Explore exhibits on your own, or join in a ranger-led program to get all 

your questions answered. 

Laurance S. Rockefeller Preserve Center 

Nestled in the heart of Grand Teton National Park, this center offers exhibits 

that delve into the preservation efforts that led to the establishment of 

the park. A junior ranger journaling program is aimed at connecting kids to 

nature, and a daily ranger-led hike brings visitors to nearby Phelps Lake. 

Jackson Hole History Museum 

In the heart of downtown, visit Jackson Hole History’s new museum campus 

to dive deep into the area’s rich history. With plenty of family friendly 

and interactive displays, the stories you’ll learn will deepen 

your appreciation for the area’s colorful past. 

Grant Visitor Center 

At Grant Village in Yellowstone National Park, this interpretive center offers 

a deep dive into the wildfires that reshaped vast swaths of the park in 1988. 

Other visitor centers in the park include the Norris Geyser Basin Museum, 

Old Faithful Visitor Education Center, Albright Visitor Center and more. 

A community’s continual metamorphosis brings a kaleidoscope of impacts; 

opportunity and challenge, emergence and loss, growth and destruction, inspiration 

and grief. A spirit of reinvention runs deep in those who live here; it shines 

in a diversity of ways. People come for a visit, perhaps intending to stay for a season 

or two, and discover a part of themselves that somehow feels more authentic. 

They leave behind the buzz and glow of cities to embrace the version of their 

life that includes lazy summer days on the river, cozy coffee shops where one 

always encounters a friend, miles of meandering bike paths, and wild animals 

that weave throughout neighborhoods unperturbed. 

They bring new ideas — akin to the national parks, dude ranches, or ski hills of 

yesteryear — like world-class outdoor gear and clothing, envelope-pushing culinary 

influences from across the globe, innovative artistic perspectives, and other 

passions. As their energy and dedication finds root in Jackson Hole, they find 

themselves forever transformed. 

It’s not without cost, of course. We struggle when it comes to the fairness of who 

owes the tab. Our expanding footprint on the landscape demands more from the 

wildness around us, and her native inhabitants. Our welcoming community character 

leaves many puzzling over how we can ensure a roof over all heads, food on 

all tables. 

How is it, we wonder, that we keep the best parts of ourselves while having the 

courage to transform? 

Echoing the intensity of heat and pressure that forged the Tetons from the sediment 

of a sea floor, our landscape requires fire to thrive. Lodgepole pine — the 

towering, skinny trees that line the roads of Grand Teton National Park — clutch 

their seeds in cones that resist opening until heated past 120 degrees, a temperature 

that demands flame. New trees cannot begin until the forest, like a 

phoenix, burns. 

But young lodgepole aren’t the only species that flourish in the forest’s new chapter. 

Vibrant grasses and wildflowers draw deer and elk to graze, small mammals 

and birds find new homes in the fallen trees, even the soil is rejuvenated. Disruption 

creates space for creation. 

In Jackson Hole, we are consistently immersed in a landscape that reminds us of 

the limitless power of reinvention; perhaps that’s why it’s such an integral part of 

our community and ourselves. We trust that the heat and pressure isn’t destined 

to destroy, but rather to inspire and challenge us to rise. To grow. Because while 

what’s next isn’t entirely certain, we can ensure that it is magnificent. n 


AN EXTRAORDINARY 

JOURNEY 

The tragic and miraculous saga of the bison 

WORDS Melissa Thomasma | IMAGES Mark Gocke 

It’s nearly impossible to imagine Grand Teton and Yellowstone national parks without bison. Unlike many of their fellow 

creatures, they seem to be ever-present from our human vantage points. Thick herds stroll lackadaisically down park 

roadways, snarling traffic, and offering (from the safety of a vehicle) a shockingly up-close view of their thick fur, curved 

horns, and dark shining eyes. 


MOUNTAIN METAMORPHOSIS 


“ 

AS JOHN MUIR ONCE MUSED, “WHEN 

ONE TUGS AT A SINGLE THING IN NATURE, 

HE FINDS IT ATTACHED TO THE REST 

OF THE WORLD.” 

These massive mammals — that can weigh up to 2,000 pounds and stand 6 feet 

tall — seem to be the untamed heartbeat of the parks themselves. And while 

they’ve always been here — they also haven’t. 

When North America was inhabited exclusively by Indigenous peoples, bison 

numbered in the tens of millions. As settlers forged west, the tribes and bison 

faced similar brutality and annihilation. It wasn’t a coincidence. “Kill every buffalo 

you can! Every buffalo dead is an Indian gone,” urged Colonel Richard I. Dodge in 

1867, deftly distilling the oppressive policies of General William Tecumseh Sherman 

and the U.S. Government at large. 

The campaign was crushingly successful. Between 1830 and 1885, more than 40 

million bison were slaughtered in a no-holds-barred effort to clear the plains of 

its Indigenous inhabitants and establish railroads. Few survived, even fewer in 

the wild. 

“A cold wind blew on the prairie on the day the last buffalo fell,” lamented Sitting 

Bull, Lakota chief and spiritual leader. “A death wind for my people.” 

One small herd managed to escape this grim fate, safe in the heart of Yellowstone 

National Park. Since its inception in 1872, hunters couldn’t threaten the 

bison within its borders, but park managers worried that the diminutive herd 

would disappear. In the spring of 1902, they counted just 23 individual animals. 

In a series of wildly misguided efforts — from attempting to corral the bison and 

hatching plans to abduct and domesticate bison calves and beyond — those 

looking out for the park’s wildlife made a variety of efforts to protect the herd. 

They also systematically killed predators including wolves, coyotes and mountain 

lions in an effort to assist the bison; of course, this short-sighted management 


tactic triggered its own cascade of detrimental effects on the landscape, some 

of which are still felt a century later. 

Ultimately, park managers decided it best to bolster the Yellowstone herd by 

importing more pure-blooded bison. Many of the bison that ended up in private 

herds after the decimation of wild populations had been cross-bred with cattle, 

and very few were genetically wild. In 1903, 21 bison traveled to the national park 

and were introduced to the herd. Eighteen females were purchased at $500 each 

from Howard Eaton, a dude ranch owner, and brought from the Flathead Reservation 

in Montana. Three bulls were purchased from legendary Texas rancher 

Charles Goodnight at $460 a piece (a per-animal price tag that’s roughly equivalent 

to $16,500 today). 

The herd began to grow, reestablishing itself within the safe confines of Yellowstone 

National Park. In 1948, Laurance S. Rockefeller’s Jackson Hole Preserve 

worked in collaboration with the New York Zoological Society and Wyoming Game 

and Fish Commission to establish the Jackson Hole Wildlife Park — a fenced 

wildlife viewing opportunity located near Moran. The collection included around 

20 bison, transferred from the Yellowstone herd. 

This fenced-in approach was controversial even at the time, and led to the 

departure of famed naturalist Olaus Murie from the managing board of the Jackson 

Hole Preserve. 

In 1963, brucellosis — an infectious disease caused by bacteria — was detected 

in the herd, and all but four yearlings were removed to prevent further spread of 

the disease. The following year, a dozen wild bison were transferred from Theodore 

Roosevelt National Park in North Dakota to bolster the numbers. Perhaps 

the bison themselves grew weary of the fences; in 1968, the entire herd escaped 

the confines of the Wildlife Park. After unsuccessful attempts to recapture the 

rogue ungulates, managers of what had since become Grand Teton National Park 

decided to let them roam free. 

Today, Yellowstone is home to nearly 6,000 wild bison. Grand Teton boasts another 

600 or so. Experts on these bison herds confirm how special they truly are. Less 

than 2% of the bison that roam North America are genetically pure — exclusively 

the descendants of the wild bison that populated the plains so many years ago. The 

bison you see grazing beneath the Tetons? Wallowing near a thermal feature or 

geyser? They are among the 2%. 

More than an exceptional conservation comeback story, the bison have returned 

to fill the critical roles they once held within the ecosystem. Their grazing patterns 

provide healthy competition with other ungulates like elk and deer, as well 

as recycle plant matter back into the soil. Their wallows create depressions in the 

earth, creating small pockets of wetland that other animals rely on. They provide 

critical food for predators and scavengers, from wolves, coyotes and bears to 

birds and smaller mammals. 

As John Muir once mused, “When one tugs at a single thing in nature, he finds it 

attached to the rest of the world.” 

Kristin Combs, executive director of the conservation and coexistence nonprofit 

Wyoming Wildlife Advocates, couldn’t agree with Muir’s words more strongly. “The 

return of bison to Grand Teton National Park is an example of how important it 

is for humans to right the wrongs of the past once we know better,” she says. 

“The valley wouldn’t be the same without these amazing creatures present; not 

only for their benefit to us by being quintessentially Jackson Hole, but also by the 

balance they bring to the ecosystem. Other species that evolved with bison rely 

on them in a diversity of ways. From cowbirds to native plants like antelope bitterbrush, 

bison provide a slew of benefits. 

“Thankfully, the previous residents of Jackson Hole had the foresight to ensure 

bison were returned to their rightful place, and we now have them to enjoy.” n 


TASTE 

A FAMILY AFFAIR 

Juan Morales finds his passion with Naughty Fruit company 

WORDS Brigid Mander | IMAGES Chris Figenshau 

Juan Morales is no stranger to hard work. He’s also no stranger to, perhaps most importantly, the joy of family, celebrating 

culture and heritage, and then sharing these delights. And as the CEO and founder of Naughty Fruit, a fast-growing, Victor, 

Idaho-based natural fruit snack company, the community Juan shares all that joy with is about to get a lot larger. His popular, 

dehydrated spiced fruit snacks are now in retailers in nine states, and poised for the national scene. The backstory, however, has 

been a long time in the making. 


“ 

I am so blessed to be able 

to work with my parents 

and have them as my 

business partners. Our 

relationship has improved 

as a family overall, and 

even though we have had 

our ups and downs, 

I find a better version 

of myself after 

every challenge.” 

Juan Morales 

When Rosa and Horacio Morales informed their children 

they were leaving bustling Ventura, California, 

for someplace called Wyoming, then 12-year-old 

Juan and his siblings thought their life was over. But 

their parents wanted the tranquility of a small town 

and healthy lifestyle. “We thought it was terrible!” 

said Juan, now 37, of the move. “It took a year to 

adjust, but we did adapt.” 

Winters were full of snowboarding, summers of 

community soccer. Rosa and Horacio also taught 

their children a serious work ethic. They had moved 

from Mexico a decade earlier, and they worked in 

housekeeping and construction to support their 

family. As soon as Juan was out of college, he 

beelined for Los Angeles to work in commercials, 

and began to do work for global brands. Just four 

years later, however, he found himself back in the 

Tetons: Horacio needed back surgery, and the 

family needed help. The recovery was slow, and 

Juan found himself back in his old lifestyle, helping 

his parents and playing soccer. Creativity plus the 

Morales work ethic began to click. 

“La Liga is the all day, all weekend soccer league 

that is a huge part of Latino life here,” Juan says. “I 

noticed there was no good food at the fields. So my 

parents and I began to sell shaved ice, like in Mexico. 

Ours had chunks of mango, spices and tamarind.” 

The business was a hit. Importantly, Juan 

Courtesy Juan Morales 

realized his future wasn’t in production in Los Angeles. 

The joy of working with his family, cultural and 

culinary heritage had already filled him with more 

passion than anything in LA. 

The family next opened a tamale business at the 

local farmers market in 2015. On the first day, they 

sold out of the few hundred tamales they’d made 

— in the first hour. Since then, the tamale business 

has become a famed part of the local farmers markets, 

and enabled Rosa and Horacio to stop working 

their other jobs, and spend winters back in Mexico. 

But Juan’s biggest idea was born on the soccer field 

sidelines. “We always had extra mangoes, so I ended 

up dehydrating them and adding some spices. I’d 

just hand them out.” These were another hit, and 

resulted in Naughty Fruit, which Juan and his parents 

formed in 2017. “I am so blessed to be able to 

work with my parents and have them as my business 

partners. Our relationship has improved as a 

family overall, and even though we have had our ups 

and downs, I find a better version of myself after 

every challenge,” says Juan. 

Naughty Fruit is now sold in 47 locations in Idaho, 

Wyoming and Montana, and is about to add six more 

states through a Bozeman-based distributor, and 

national online sales. Naughty Fruit has also kept 

a firm grasp on responsible sourcing, working with 

other producers, and, as it scales up, it is already 

beginning a transition to biodegradable packaging 

while working to expand its product line. For Juan, 

it’s a lot of hard work, but he can’t imagine things 

having turned out any better. n 


TASTE 

AVOCADO, HEIRLOOM 

TOMATO, & CHEDDAR 

SANDWICHES 

Recipe on page 93 

SUMMERTIME AND THE 

EATING’S EASY 

Seasonal recipes crafted with convenience in mind 

WORDS | IMAGES | RECIPES Fanny Slater 

Is it just me or is everything suddenly designed to be taken on the go? I blame the Stanley® craze. Tumbler trends aside, let’s talk 

food. We’ve fully shifted into summer weather which signals extended outdoor days ripe for picnicking. I’ve curated a compact menu 

of portable pleasures ideal for all your cooler-packed adventures. 


With offseason behind us, you’ll need to beat the 

morning rush by skipping the drive-thru for your 

morning buzz and breakfast. Make my frothy coconut-chocolate 

coffee smoothie instead. Cocoa 

powder lends a mocha vibe, coconut milk brings 

tropical flavor, and frozen bananas and honey add 

sweetness. A wax-paper-wrapped sandwich is a 

picnic basket’s BFF and a generous helping of gooey 

cheddar and buttery avocado give this handheld 

its creaminess. Lightly toasted bread, sprouts, and 

peppery arugula add crunch while juicy heirloom 

tomatoes are a mouthful of summer. 

Squash is at its peak this time of year and these 

tangy, turmeric-infused bread and butter zucchini 

pickles are a genius way to preserve the vegetable’s 

bounty. Slip these briny bites in your sandwich or 

snack on them between meals. If you’ve got BLTs 

on the brain, your taste buds will do somersaults for 

my ranch-spiked pasta salad complete with crispy 

bacon and cherry tomatoes. 

A light, lemony supper is clutch after a day in the 

sun. After swimming in a tangy pan sauce, tender 

chicken breasts are dotted with briny capers and 

scattered with fresh parsley in this simple buttery 

Picatta. Serve hot for dinner or stick a few pieces 

cold in your cooler. From salty to sweet, last up is a 

fruity spin on tapioca pudding loaded with red berries 

and vanilla. Rich cherries, strawberries, and tart 

raspberries come together with the starch to create 

a sweet, jelly-like dessert that’s heavenly solo or 

spooned with cream. Eat warm at home or chill and 

layer parfait-style and enjoy poolside. 

Crafted with convenience in mind, this menu is sure 

to make waves in Jackson this summer! 

MOCHA-COCONUT COFFEE SMOOTHIE 

Yield: 2 servings 

Ingredients 

• 1 cup coffee or cold brew, chilled or cooled 

to room temperature 

• 1-1 1/2 cups unsweetened coconut milk 

beverage (not canned) 

• 2 teaspoons honey or agave 

• 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder 

• 2 ripe bananas, frozen 

• 1 cup ice cubes 

• 2 tablespoons toasted coconut flakes, 

for garnish 

Directions 

In a high-powered blender, pulse the coffee, 1 cup 

of coconut milk, honey, cocoa powder, bananas, 

and ice cubes until frothy and smooth. 

Check for consistency and make sure the 

smoothie is pourable. If it’s too thick, add a little 

more coconut milk, a few tablespoons at a time, 

until it’s at your desired thinness. If it’s too thin, 

add more ice. 

Divide among glasses and garnish with the coconut 

flakes. 


BREAD & BUTTER ZUCCHINI PICKLES 

Yield: 2-3 16-ounce pint jars 

Ingredients 

• 1 pound zucchini (about 3-4 medium-size 

zucchini), trimmed 

• 1 small sweet onion (about 1/2 cup), very 

thinly sliced into half-moons 

• 1/4 cup plus one tablespoon coarse sea salt 

or kosher salt (not iodized), divided 

• 1 1/2 cups white distilled vinegar 

• 1 cup apple cider vinegar 

• 1/2 cup granulated sugar 

• 3 tablespoons light brown sugar 

• 2 teaspoons mustard seeds 

• 1/2 teaspoon celery seeds 

• 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric 

• 2-3 whole allspice berries (optional) 

• 2-3 whole cloves (optional) 

Directions 

Using a sharp knife or mandoline, slice the zucchini 

into 1/2-inch-thick chips. Place the zucchini 

and onions in a large bowl, sprinkle with 1 tablespoon 

of the salt, and toss to combine. Cover the 

veggies in a layer of ice and then pour in enough 

water so it comes up about 1 inch above the surface 

of the topmost veg. Soak for 2 hours. 

In a medium saucepot over medium heat, add the 

white vinegar and apple cider vinegar. Whisk in 

the remaining 1/4 cup salt the granulated sugar 

and brown sugar until dissolved, about 5 minutes. 

Bring the mixture to a boil and then remove it 

from heat. 

Drain the zucchini and onions and evenly divide 

them between sterile canning jars, so they fit 

comfortably. Add the mustard seeds, celery 

seeds, turmeric, allspice berries, and cloves, also 

evenly distributed between the jars. Pour the 

brine into the jars leaving 1/2-inch headspace 

from the top. 

Tightly screw on the lids and process the jars in 

a boiling water bath for 10 minutes. Remove the 

jars from the pot (making sure that the lids have 

popped) and set them aside to cool completely 

before storing or refrigerating. 

Store the pickles in a cool, dry place like a pantry 

for up to 1 year. Once opened, refrigerate, and 

consume within about 1 month for best quality 

and flavor. 


CLASSIC CHICKEN PICCATA 

Yield: 2-3 servings 

RANCH-SPIKED BLT 

PASTA SALAD 

Yield: 6 servings (at about 1 cup each) 

Ingredients 

• 1 1/2 cups good-quality ranch dressing 

• 2 tablespoons minced green onions, 

green parts only 

• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley 

• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill 

• 1/2 teaspoon coarse salt, plus more to taste 

• 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, 

plus more to taste 

• 8 ounces rotini pasta (about 2 cups 

uncooked) 

• 1/2 cup chopped cooked bacon (about 

5 ounces), divided 

• 2 cups roughly chopped Romaine lettuce 

• 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes 

• 1 cup cubed mild cheese (such as Swiss, 

Monterey Jack, or cheddar) 

Directions 

In a large mixing bowl, whisk the ranch, green 

onions, parsley, dill, salt, and pepper. 

Cook the pasta to al dente according to the package 

instructions. Drain and add to the bowl with 

the dressing. Toss the noodles with the dressing 

until thoroughly coated, cover with plastic wrap, 

and refrigerate until chilled (about 1 hour). 

Just before serving, fold half of the bacon, lettuce, 

tomato, and cheese into the pasta salad. 

Season to taste with additional salt and pepper 

if necessary, top with the remaining bacon, and 

serve. 

Ingredients 

• 4 boneless skinless chicken breast 

halves, pounded to 1/2-inch thick 

• 1 teaspoon coarse salt 

• 1 teaspoon freshly ground black 

pepper 

• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour 

• 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided 

• 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided 

• 2 large cloves garlic, minced 

• 1 cup dry white wine 

• 1 cup lower-sodium chicken stock 

• Zest and juice of 1 large lemon 

• 2 tablespoons capers 

• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh 

Italian parsley 

Directions 

Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, 

and then dredge them in the flour. Shake off any 

excess. 

In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of the olive 

oil and 2 tablespoons of the butter over medium-high 

heat. When the butter begins to foam 

and sizzle, add the chicken, and cook until golden 

brown, about 2 minutes per side. Remove the 

chicken and set it aside on a plate. 

Reduce the heat to medium-low, add the remaining 

1 tablespoon of olive oil, and swirl to coat the 

pan. Add the garlic and cook until it becomes 

lightly golden brown, about 30 seconds. Whisking 

as you pour to scrape up any brown bits 

from the bottom, add in the white wine, chicken 

stock, lemon juice, and capers. Bring the mixture 

to a boil, return the chicken and its juices to the 

pan. Simmer uncovered, occasionally spooning 

the sauce onto the chicken, until it’s cooked 

through and the sauce reduces by about half, 3-5 

minutes. 

Divide the chicken among 4 plates, and then 

vigorously whisk the remaining butter into the 

pan sauce. Once the butter has melted and the 

sauce has thickened, whisk in 1 tablespoon of the 

parsley. 

Season the sauce to taste with additional salt 

and pepper, and then evenly pour over the 

chicken and garnish with the remaining parsley. 


AVOCADO, HEIRLOOM 

TOMATO, & CHEDDAR 

SANDWICHES 

Yield: 4 sandwiches 

Ingredients 

• 1 1/2 cups pitted sweet cherries 

• 1 1/2 cups strawberries, hulled 

and roughly chopped 

• 1 cup raspberries 

• 1/2 cup unsweetened black or 

tart 100% cherry juice 

• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract 

• 1/4 cup granulated sugar, plus 

more to taste 

• 2 tablespoons minute or 

instant tapioca 

VANILLA-BERRY PUDDING 

Yield: 4 to 6 servings (1 1/2 cups) 

Directions 

In a medium saucepot over medium-high heat, 

add the cherries, strawberries, raspberries, 

cherry juice, vanilla, and sugar. Stir to combine. 

Bring the mixture to a gentle boil. Reduce the 

heat to medium-low and gently simmer, stirring 

occasionally, until the fruit is very soft and has 

begun to break down, about 10 minutes. 

Place a strainer or colander over a bowl, and 

gently separate the cooked fruit from the juice. 

Being careful since the mixture is hot, taste and 

add additional sugar if necessary. Set aside. 

Add the liquid back to the pot and whisk in the 

tapioca. Cook according to package instructions 

until the liquid has gelled. Return the reserved 

fruit to the pot and stir to combine. 

Serve warm, at room temperature, or chilled with 

dollops of whipped cream or vanilla ice cream. 

Ingredients 

• 8 slices whole wheat or seeded 

multigrain sandwich bread 

• 8 thick deli slices of mild or medium 

cheddar cheese (about 8 ounces) 

• 1 large ripe avocado, pitted and 

lightly mashed 

• 2 cups lightly packed arugula 

• 1 large heirloom, sliced 

• Extra-virgin olive oil 

• Coarse salt and freshly cracked 

black pepper 

• 1 cup lightly packed sprouts (such 

as alfalfa, clover, or radish) 

Directions 

Lightly toast the bread, then preheat the oven or 

toaster oven to broil. 

Arrange 4 slices of toast on an unlined baking 

sheet. Top each with 2 slices of cheese. Transfer 

the baking sheet to the oven and broil until the 

cheese is melted (about 1 minute). 

Arrange the plain toasted bread slices in a row on 

a clean cutting board or work surface. Top each 

with even portions of the mashed avocado, arugula, 

tomatoes, a drizzle of oil, a pinch each of 

salt and pepper, and sprouts. 

Top with the remaining slices of toast melted 

cheese-side down. 


TASTE 

RESTAURANT GUIDE 

READY TO EAT? 

Use our restaurant listings to find the best eating and drinking in Teton County 

Locations: (J) Jackson . (T) Teton Village . (W) Wilson . (D) Driggs, ID . (V) Victor, ID 

AMERICAN 

Forage Bistro & Lounge (D) 235 Warbird Lane, 208-354-2858. Voted best 

restaurant in Idaho, enjoy craft food and drinks while watching planes take off 

and land at the Driggs Airport. Lunch and dinner daily. 

Gather (J) 72 S Glenwood St, 307-264-1820. Step inside this award-winning eatery 

for chic-mountain ambiance and modern eclectic cuisine, like elk Bolognese 

or bison short ribs. Dinner nightly. 

Haydens Post (J) 400 E Snow King Ave, 307-734-3187. Located in the Snow King 

Resort, enjoy rustic-chic settings and mountain views complemented with 

inventive dishes and signature cocktails. Breakfast, lunch and dinner. 

Jackson Drug (J) 15 E Deloney Ave, 307-201-1275. 

Dating back to 1919, this retro eatery serves up classic 

dishes like burgers, sandwiches, malts and ice cream. 

Open daily 11am-9pm. 

Knotty Pine (V) 58 S Main St, 208-787-2866. A legendary venue for classic 

American dishes and live music, situated in a rustic log cabin. Steaks, seafood, 

salads and more. Dinner nightly. 

Liberty Burger (J) 160 N Cache St, 307-200-6071. Serving up artisanal specialty 

burgers, salads, sandwiches and milkshakes in airy, laid-back digs. Open daily 

11:30am-9pm. 

Nora’s Fish Creek Inn (W) 5600 W Hwy 22, 307-733-7662. 

Located in a landmark log cabin, Nora’s is a James Beard 

Award winner serving up plate-sized pancakes, trout 

amandine and more. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. 

Palate (J) 2820 Rungius Rd, 307-201-5208. Located inside the National Museum 

of Wildlife Art, enjoy a creative lunch with inspiring views of the Tetons and 

beautiful art. Open Tue-Sun, 11am-2:30pm. 

Piste Mountain Bistro (T) 3395 Cody Lane, 307-732-3177. 

Located at the top of the Bridger Gondola, Piste offers a 

lively dining experience with an upscale twist. Large outside deck during season. 

Open daily 11am-3pm. 

Rendezvous Alpine Kitchen (T) 3395 Cody Lane, 307-733-2292. Located at the 

summit of the Bridger Gondola, this eatery offers stunning views, full bar and 

multiple food stations. Open daily 11am-3pm. 

RPK3 (J) 3395 W Cody Lane, 307-739-2738. Located adjacent to the Tram, 

this kitchen and bar offers fast casual lunch and a fun après scene. Open daily 

11am-6pm. 

Rustic Inn Bistro (J) 475 N Cache St, 800-323-9279. Located in the Rustic Inn 

Creekside Resort & Spa, enjoy a gourmet breakfast or an elegant dinner with 

seasonal menus, like wild game or prime steak. Dinner nightly. 

WINNER 

Gold 

HALL OF 

Best Asian 

FAME 

Cuisine 

‘09 - ‘19 

2024 

- JH Weekly 

WWW.TETONTHAIVILLAGE.COM 307.733.0022 

Sidewinders American Grill (J) 945 W Broadway, 307-734-5766; (W) 2550 Moose 

Wilson Rd, 307-200-6745. A family friendly casual grill, serving sandwiches, burgers, 

pizza, entrees, homemade desserts and craft beer. Open 

daily 11:30am-9:30pm. 

Spur Restaurant & Bar (T) 3385 W Village Dr, 307-732-6932. 

Located in the Teton Mountain Lodge & Spa, the ambiance 

of sophistication pairs with seasonal cuisine crafted with 


Alpine European techniques. Breakfast, lunch and 

dinner daily. 

Come discover why Nora’s is 

where the locals go! 

The Bird (J) 4125 Hwy 89, 307-732-2473. Owned by 

two high school friends, this laid-back eatery is a 

locals’ hangout, serving up tasty burgers, steak, 

wings and a wide selection of beer with a large 

outdoor deck. Open daily. 

The Blue Lion (J) 160 N Millward St, 307-733-3912. 

Located in an historic house, serving up inventive 

dishes like rack of lamb, fresh fish, wild game and 

homemade desserts. Beer, wine and spirits. 

Dinner nightly. 

The Brakeman American Grill (V) 27 N Main St, 

208-787-2020. A laid-back eatery serving up juicy 

burgers, sandwiches, beer, wine and root beer 

floats. Lunch and dinner Wed-Sat. 

The Kitchen (J) 155 N Glenwood St, 307-734-1633. 

A refined, casual dining experience with modern 

cuisine embracing Asian influence, including seafood, 

meats and seasonal vegetables. Dinner Tue-Sat. 

Three Peaks (D) 15 S Main St, 208-354-9463. 

Featuring a contemporary Western setting with an 

old-world twist and a menu offering locally sourced 

food like trout piccata and elk Bolognese. Dinner 

Thur-Sun. 

Serving Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner and Pizza daily. 

307.733.7662 • 5600 W. Hwy 22 • Wilson, WY • norasfishcreekinn.com 

Trio (J) 45 S Glenwood St, 307-734-8038. A contemporary 

bistro with an open kitchen, serving up an 

inventive seasonal menu like Wagyu beef carpaccio, 

duck confit and pizza. Dinner Mon-Sat. 

Virginian (J) 740 W Broadway, 307-733-4330. 

Family-owned eatery serving up scratch-made 

breakfast and lunch, like corned beef hash and 

pancakes, roast beef, and more. Open daily. 

ASIAN 

AmeriAsia Bistro (V) 185 West E Center St, 

208-787-5678. An Asian fusion bistro serving 

SE Asian cuisine with an American twist. Dinner 

Mon-Sat. 

Annie’s Thai Kitchen (J) 265 W Broadway, 

307-203-2442. A casual Thai eatery serving curry 

dishes, rice dishes, noodle dishes like pad Thai, 

soups and salad. Lunch and dinner, closed Wed. 

Ascent Lounge (T) 7680 Granite Loop Rd, 

307-732-5620. Located slopeside at the Four 

Seasons, offering an intimate living room atmosphere 

with creative cocktails, pan-Asian dishes 

and a heated patio. Lunch and dinner daily. 

BAPP Korean (J) 340 W Broadway, 307-201-1818. 

Authentic Korean cuisine with classic American 

options, like Korean BBQ, rice bowls, and stir-fried 

noodles. Lunch and dinner Wed-Mon. 

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Kampai (J) 175 Center St, 307-201-5329. Refined Japanese cuisine and top-tier 

service in a modern aesthetic with warm mountain architecture. Dinner Tue-Sat. 

King Sushi (J) 75 S King St, 307-264-1630. Offering popular Japanese fare in a log 

cabin with a relaxed atmosphere. Sushi, sashimi and rolls menu. Dinner Tue-Sun. 

Koi Sushi & Poke (J) 36 E Broadway Ave, 307-201-5033. A relaxed Japanese 

eatery serving sushi, sashimi, nigiri plus rice and poke bowls. Large selection of 

Asian drinks. Lunch and dinner daily. 

Noodle Kitchen (J) 945 W Broadway, 307-734-1997. A stylish and casual eatery 

serving build-your-own Asian rice and noodle bowls, plus cocktails, sake and 

beer. Dinner nightly. 

Shin Shin (T) 3275 Village Dr, 307-201-5358. A top-tier sushi eatery, serving 

bluefin tuna with osetra caviar and Wagyu beef tartare along with sake, whiskey 

and wine. 3:30-8pm Wed-Sun. 

Sudachi (W) 3465 N Pines Way, 307-734-7832. Serving top quality Japanese 

cuisine, providing a world-class sushi experience, craft dishes and cocktails. 

Dinner Tue-Sun. 

Teton Thai (T) 7342 Granite Loop Rd, 307-733-0022. An 

authentic, family-owned Thai eatery, serving regional 

dishes like crispy duck, Masaman curry, noodle and rice 

dishes. Lunch and dinner Mon-Sat. 

Teton Tiger Restaurant & Cocktail Bar (J) 165 Center St, 307-733-4111. Inspired 

by adventures in the Far East, this modern eatery serves up Pan-Asian cuisine 

and craft cocktails. Dinner nightly. 

Thai Plate (J) 145 N Glenwood St, 307-734-2654. A buzzing eatery serving traditional 

Thai dishes like pad Thai, cashew nut, and curry dishes. Lunch and dinner daily. 

BAKERY 

Persephone Bakery (J) 145 E Broadway Ave, 307-200-6708; (W) 3445 N Pines 

Way, 307-201-1944. Serving artisanal breads, scratch-made sweets and locally 

roasted coffee, plus breakfast and lunch daily. 

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The Bunnery Bakery & Restaurant (J) 130 N Cache St, 307-733-5474. Casual 

dining spot serving traditional American breakfast, homemade baked pastry 

goods, sandwiches and desserts. Open daily. 

BAR/ PUB/TAVERN 

Bin22 (J) 200 W Broadway, 307-739-9463. A stylish wine and tapas bar serving 

Italian and Spanish fare with an expansive bottle shop and specialty grocer. Open 

daily at 10am. 

Cutty’s Bar & Grill (J) 1140 Hwy 22, 307-201-1079. A relaxed tavern with a patio, 

serving up authentic Philly cheesesteaks, pizza, burgers and pub fare. Craft beer 

and cocktails. Lunch and dinner daily. 

Mangy Moose Restaurant & Saloon (T) 3295 Village Dr, 307-733-4913. An Apres 

ski bar since 1967, it’s known for live music, good food and the place to hang after 

a day on the mountain. Lunch and dinner daily. 

O’Rourkes Bar & Grille (D) 42 E Little Ave, 208-354-8115. A laid-back sports bar 

serving American pub fare, craft beer and wine. Opens 11am, Mon-Sat. 

Silver Dollar Bar & Grill (J) 50 N Glenwood St, 307-732-3939. Located in historic 

Wort Hotel, this Western-themed eatery serves traditional American eats and 

has live music. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. 


Streetfood (W) 5755 W Hwy 22, 307-200-6633. Located inside Stagecoach Bar, 

this eatery serves globally influenced scratch-made cuisine, like streetcorn 

fritters, fish tacos, poke bowls and burgers. Lunch and dinner daily. 

Tatanka Tavern (D) 18 N Main St, 208-227-8744. An energetic tavern with a rooftop 

serving up Neapolitan-style wood-fired pizza, salads and craft beers. Open 

daily at 4pm. 

The Handle Bar (T) 7680 Granite Loop Rd, 307-732-5157. A contemporary American 

pub and beer hall located in the Four Seasons Resort, serving an array of 

beers, whiskeys and superb pub fare. Open daily 11am. 

The Whistling Grizzly (J) 930 W Broadway, 307-699-7227. Located in the Wyoming 

Inn, this Western-style eatery serves a bistro inspired menu like Idaho trout. 

Full bar, wine and beer. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. 

West Side Yard (V) 31 W Center St, 208-787-5000. A vibrant eatery and watering 

hole, serving sandwiches, tacos, pizza and salads. Has outdoor seating and live 

music. Open daily. 

BARBECUE 

Big Hole BBQ (J) 325 W Pearl Ave, 307-264-1996; (V) 22 W Center St, 208-270-9919. 

An American BBQ eatery offering scratch-made hickory-smoked meats, sandwiches, 

burgers and more. Open daily at 11:30am. 

Bubba’s Bar-B-Que (J) 100 Flat Creek Dr, 307-733-2288. For over 40 years, this 

old-school eatery has served specialty BBQ meats, hearty breakfasts, burgers, 

sandwiches and homemade pies. Open daily at 6:30am. 

BREWERY 

Grand Teton Brewing Co (V) 430 Old Jackson Hwy, 888-899-1656. A craft brewer 

located at the base of the Teton Mountains, serving up high-quality ales and 

lagers plus burgers, fries and salads. Open daily at 12pm. 

Roadhouse Pub & Eatery (J) 20 E Broadway Ave, 307-739-0700. A modern 

brewery serving lunch and dinner, plus craft beers and cocktails and extensive 

wine list. Open daily. 

Snake River Brewing Co. (J) 265 S Millward St, 307-739-2337. Wyoming’s oldest 

award-winning brewery, serving refined comfort food like bison & beef chili, elk 

Bolognese, burgers and pizza. Lunch and dinner daily. 

StillWest Brewery & Grill (J) 45 E Snow King Ave, 307-201-5955. An open-air 

hangout overlooking Snow King Mtn, serving scratch-made cooking, craft beer, 

wine and cocktails. Open daily 11am-10pm. 

CAFÉ 

Butter Cafe (V) 57 S Main St, 208-399-2872. A charming eatery serving up handcrafted 

espresso drinks, baked goods and delectable breakfast, lunch and dinner 

fare. 8am-2pm daily. 

In 2018, siblings Nikki, Jessica and Patrick Gill reopened the 

historic Jackson Drug and Original Soda Fountain 

started by their great-grandfather, Bruce Porter, in 1919. 

Sidle up to the 100-year-old bar and try their homemade 

ice cream and milkshakes or one of the 

delicious burgers — all sourced from their cattle ranch, 

the Jackson Hole Hereford Ranch. 

Café Genevieve (J) 135 E Broadway Ave, 307-732-1910. Located in an historic log 

cabin with a pet-friendly deck, serving up home-cooked classic American fare, 

plus wine and spirits. 8am-2pm daily. 

Healthy Being Cafe & Juicery (J) 165 E Broadway, 

307-200-9006. An inviting organic, health focused eatery 

and market serving cold pressed juice and scratch-made 

breakfast, lunch, desserts, coffee, and smoothies. 

Supplements and cleanse packages. Open daily. 

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Picnic (J) 1110 Maple Way, 307-264-2956. Stylish eatery serving local coffee, 

baked pastry goods, breakfast, salads, sandwiches and wine. Open daily 

7am-3pm. 

Snake River Roasting Company (J) 50 W Broadway, 307-312-2382. Enjoy smallbatch, 

hand-roasted coffee along with delicious pastries, breakfast and lunch, 

like OG bison sausage and carnitas pork belly panini. 7am-6pm daily. 

Southcable Café (T) 3275 Village Dr, 307-200-4220. Located in the Caldera 

House Hotel, this casual food eatery is perfect for fueling up for an active day. 

Pizza, salads, breakfast sandwiches, bagels, beer and more. 7am-3pm daily. 

FINE DINING 

Coelette (J) 85 S King St, 307-201-5026. A refined restaurant serving snowline 

cuisine with an Asian and European twist, using Old-World recipes and traditions. 

Dinner nightly. 

North Grille (J) 5000 N Spring Gulch Rd, 307-733-7788. Located at the Jackson 

Hole Golf & Tennis Club, enjoy lunch or dinner with a view of the Tetons and 

Greens. Lunch is daily and dinner during the summer season. 

Snake River Grill (J) 84 E Broadway Ave, 307-733-0557. A locals’ favorite, this 

refined eatery offers elegantly plated New American cuisine, signature cocktails 

and extensive wine list. Dinner Mon-Sat. 

The Restaurant at White Buffalo Club (J) 160 W Gill Ave, 307-734-4901. A 

refined speakeasy chophouse, serving prime steaks, local fare and seafood, 

extensive wine list, cocktails and a fireplace lounge. Dinner nightly. 

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Westbank Grill (T) 7680 Granite Loop Rd, 307-732-5620. Located in the Four 

Seasons Resort, take in the mountain views at this refined steakhouse serving 

prime cuts, seafood and fine wines. Dinner nightly. 

INTERNATIONAL 

Everest Momo Shack (J) 245 W Pearl Ave, 307-201-1674. Authentic Nepali and 

East Indian cuisine in downtown Jackson. Enjoy homemade momos, curries, 

noodles and samosas. Dinner Tue-Sun. 

FIGS (J) 120 N Glenwood St, 307-733-2200. Located inside Hotel Jackson, this 

rustic-chic eatery offers authentic Lebanese cuisine for lunch and dinner, and 

Western-style breakfast. Tapas, craft cocktails, wine and beer. Open daily. 

II Villaggio Osteria (T) 3335 Village Dr, 307-739-4100. Located slopeside, this 

elegant eatery serves up homemade Italian comfort food with Mediterranean 

influences, including a salumi bar and pizza oven. Brunch and dinner daily. 

KALU (J) 140 N Cache St, 307-200-6490. Authentic Latin-American cuisine 

served in a casual dining atmosphere. Tacos, tortas, burritos, pozole and more. 

Lunch and dinner daily. 

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coldpressed juice, and smoothies. Salads, bowls, sandwiches, desserts. 

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Miazga’s (J) 399 W Broadway, 307-733-2784. A modest eatery serving homemade 

Polish classics and Italian comfort food, like pasta primavera, Kielbasa, Bison 

burger and more. Lunch and dinner Mon-Sat. 

The Bistro (J) 112 Center St, 307-739-1100. Drawing inspiration from Parisian style 

brasseries, this bistro offers an intimate setting while serving up European-style 

cuisine and an oyster bar. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. 

ITALIAN 

Calico Bar & Restaurant (W) 2650 Moose Wilson Rd, 307-733-2460. A casual and 

friendly atmosphere, this American-Italian eatery has been serving traditional, 

house-made favorites since 1966. Outside deck and lawn area. Dinner nightly. 


Corsa (T) 3275 Village Dr, 307-201-5350. A rustic and laid-back eatery serving 

dishes with a nod to authentic trattorias in the Italian Alps. Tapas and Neapolitan-style 

pizza. Lunch and dinner daily. 

Glorietta Trattoria (J) 242 N Glenwood St, 307-733-3888. Authentic Italian eatery 

with a focus on handmade pasta and wood-fired cooking, paired with an extensive 

selection of wines. Dinner nightly. 

Orsetto Italian Bar & Eatery (J) 161 Center St, 307-203-2664. Serving Italian- 

American classics in a contemporary setting. Richly flavored dishes like Bolognese, 

veal chop marsala and homemade pasta. All Italian wine list. Dinner nightly. 

MEXICAN 

Code Red (J) 20 E Broadway Ave, 307-249-3015. An East L.A. style eatery serving 

authentic Mexican cuisine, like tacos, posole, burritos and more. Cocktails and 

craft beer. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. 

El Abuelito (J) 385 W Broadway, 307-733-1207. A family-friendly eatery serving 

Authentic Mexican cuisine, like broiled lamb chops, pan fried tilapia, enchiladas 

and more. Lunch and dinner daily. 

Hatch Taqueria & Tequilas (J) 120 W Broadway, 307-203-2780. Modern settings 

and traditional Mexican fare with a twist are served at this lively eatery. Voted 

best margaritas. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. 

Merry Piglets (J) 160 N Cache St, 307-733-2966. A fun and lively atmosphere, 

serving up traditional Tex-Mex fare, like house-fried tortilla chips, street tacos, 

burritos and more. Cocktails and beer. Lunch and dinner daily. 

Pica’s Mexican Taqueria (J) 1160 Alpine Lane, 307-734-4457. A relaxed Mexican eatery 

serving traditional fare, house-made tortillas and margaritas. Lunch and dinner daily. 

PIZZA 

Hand Fire Pizza (J) 120 N Cache St, 307-733-7199. A modern-rustic pizzeria 

serving up organic, wood-fired pizzas in the historic Teton Theater. Lunch and 

dinner daily. 

Pinky G’s Pizzeria (J) 50 W Broadway, 307-734-7465; (V) 37 S 

Main, 208-787-7465. A casual, tavern-style pizzeria serving up 

NY hand-tossed pizzas with unique toppings since 2011. Full 

bar. Lunch and dinner daily. 

Wilsons Pizza (W) 1295 West St, 307-733-3326. Serving up thin crust and Chicago-style 

deep dish pizzas and take-home Italian meals. 

Yeah Buddy Pizza (J) 20 W Broadway, 307-201-1472. A laid-back nook serving 

wood-fired Neapolitan pizza, sandwiches, pasta and salads. Lunch and dinner daily. 

SEAFOOD & STEAKS 

Gun Barrel Steak & Game House (J) 862 W Broadway, 307-733-3287. A unique 

steakhouse with a rustic setting and cowboy artifacts, serving up buffalo, venison 

and other exotic game cooked over an open mesquite grill. Cocktails, wine and 

beer. Dinner nightly. 

Local Restaurant & Bar (J) 55 N Cache St, 307-201-1717. A modern chophouse 

serving dry-aged steaks and sausages, along with seafood, shellfish and seasonal 

dishes. Extensive wine list. Lunch and dinner Mon-Sat. 

Million Dollar Cowboy Steakhouse (J) 25 N Cache St, 307-733-1270. Located 

underneath the legendary Million Dollar Cowboy Bar, this eatery features traditional 

steakhouse fare, with choice cuts of meats, seafood and an extensive 

cocktail and wine list. Dinner nightly and Sunday brunch. 


HISTORY 

Rendering of the History Museum Campus from East Broadway Avenue. 

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Community members sign the structural beam at 

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View of the Town Square looking east, circa 1930. 

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A NEW CHAPTER IN HISTORY 

History Jackson Hole welcomes all to discover 

a vibrant past in its new museum 

WORDS Melissa Thomasma 

Do you find yourself gazing up at the Tetons, or at the clear water of the Snake River, and wondering about the people who 

enjoyed these views before you? From a diversity of Indigenous groups to the earliest fur trappers, from the first hardy 

homesteaders to those who established the amenities of town, Jackson Hole’s history is rich with colorful characters. 

Now, visitors and locals alike can delve into the 

area’s past in a new way; early summer of 2024 

will mark the opening of the Jackson Hole History 

Museum in the heart of historic downtown. 

“What was formerly called the Historical Society 

and their museum’s first iteration began in 1958, 

and there have been many chapters and eras of our 

organization along the way,” says Morgan Jaouen, 

executive director of what’s now named History 

Jackson Hole. “We’re really excited to have our forever 

home on the historic Van Vleck Block; it’s the 

first time we’ve been able to purchase and own the 

land that our museum sits on.” 

Morgan says the museum’s design was a lengthy, 

intentional process in order to create a space that 

accommodates the array of the organization’s 

facets. Including archival space for documents, 

photos and artifacts, alongside exhibit space, classrooms, 

outdoor programming areas and research 

space, the new campus will welcome people to 

expand their understanding of Jackson’s history in a 

variety of ways. 

“It’s going to be a building of its time,” Morgan adds. 

“We will have modern standards to care for our 


precious objects and collections, and the contemporary 

design will be paired with two historic log 

cabins. The visitor experience will be a melding of 

the past, present and future. 

“We consider the museum as a jumping off point and 

a way for visitors to orient themselves to what Jackson 

Hole is all about. A lot of visitors come here for 

the parks, wildlife and recreation, and we help provide 

context to all of those things by focusing on human 

and cultural history. It invites people to build a strong 

connection to the place and the community.” 

The stories that History Jackson Hole will showcase 

in the museum will inspire guests to not only get 

familiar with the valley’s historic highlights, but also 

delve deeper into some unexpected or misunderstood 

aspects of the region’s past. 

“The story of Jackson Hole goes back at least 11,000 

years,” Morgan explains. “People surviving here, 

thriving, loving it here — we work to share pieces of 

that really lengthy history. We’re excited to tell the 

depth of our history, as well as bring it more up to 

“ 

We consider the museum as a jumping off point and 

a way for visitors to orient themselves to what Jackson 

Hole is all about. … It invites people to build a strong 

connection to the place and the community.” 

current times. We’re really trying to connect how 

history got us to where we are today.” 

The museum’s permanent exhibit, an overview of 

Jackson Hole history, was curated in concert with 

local historians, researchers and writers. “In addition 

to displays, there will be interactive components. 

People will get to hear the story of Jackson 

Hole told by those who know and love it,” Morgan 

says. A second, upstairs gallery will showcase rotating 

exhibits, featuring traveling exhibitions and ones 

co-curated with a variety of local partners. 

The new museum will feature not only displays, but 

also more multimedia and sensory experiences. 

Guests will have opportunities to engage with interpretive 

text, objects, photos and touchables, in 

addition to family-friendly programming and self-led 

activities throughout the space. 

“Beyond this being our permanent home and a 

major milestone, this new location is really meaningful,” 

Morgan concludes. “Right in downtown Jackson 

Hole, it really is the perfect stage to be sharing 

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TETON VALLEY 

WESTSIDE STORY 

The “quiet side” has plenty to offer 

WORDS Melissa Thomasma 

Had you been making your visit to Jackson Hole a century ago, there’s a good chance you would have made much of that journey via 

train. The closest stop? Victor — tucked into the southern end of Teton Valley, Idaho. Local legend has it that before this infusion of 

industrialized “civilization,” the valley’s remote location made it a favorite haven of scofflaws and ruffians living on the lam. 

A spur of the Oregon Short Line — part of the West’s 

widespread Union Pacific network of railways — the 

train began delivering visitors in late 1912. Of course, 

the grind of crossing Teton Pass still lay ahead, if 

you wanted to reach the heart of Jackson. 

Though the Victor depot’s final whistle blew in the 

late 1960s, the community continued to flourish on 

the western slope of the Teton Range. Compared to 

the bustle of Jackson, it’s always been considered 

a little quieter. A touch more relaxed. And it’s just 

that energy that’s proven irresistible over the last 

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few decades. In 1980, the county’s population tallied 

under 3,000. Today, it’s home to 10,000 more. 

Even so, Teton Valley has continued to embrace its 

identity as the “quiet side” of the mountains; a quality 

that it proudly touts to locals and visitors alike. 

While you can’t hop a train to Victor anymore, you 

certainly shouldn’t miss some of the summertime 

happenings in the valley next door. 

ASHTON TO TETONIA RAIL TRAIL 

Just because you can’t ride the rail on a train 

doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy the route that brought 

many visitors to the area over the decades. Completed 

in 2010, the nearly 30-mile trail follows the 

historic train route: over trestle bridges spanning 

crystal creeks, through old-growth forests, and 

along scenic ridgelines. It’s an excellent place for 

biking — easily accessible for the whole family — or 

to lace up your boots and take a hike. 

TETON VALLEY RODEO 

Every Friday night at 8 p.m., the Teton County Fairgrounds 

in Driggs is abuzz. In true Old West style, 

the county’s rodeo brings plenty of rowdy entertainment, 

food and fun. From barrel racing and roping 

to fearless bull riders and untamed broncs, it’s an 

unforgettable experience. 

MUSIC ON MAIN 

A true local favorite, this weekly music lineup is on 

everyone’s Thursday night calendar. Enjoy food from 

local food trucks, locally crafted microbrew beer, 

and fantastic live music in Victor Park. And this 

family-friendly concert won’t break the bank; it’s just 

a $5 donation to get in. Past artists have included 

the Young Dubliners, The Ghost of Paul Revere, 

James McMurtry, Reckless Kelly and dozens more. 

TARGHEE BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL 

Now in its 34th year, this long-standing celebration 

of the nation’s greatest bluegrass musicians 

runs from Aug. 9-11. The 2024 lineup includes The 

Infamous Stringdusters, Leftover Salmon, Yonder 

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Mountain String Band, Keller Williams and more. 

Outside of the festival weekend, Grand Targhee 

offers a wide array of other events and activities, 

too. From disc golf and mountain biking to swimming 

and horseback riding, there’s no shortage of 

fun to be had at this Alta-based resort. 

CAST A LINE 

On a hot summer afternoon, there’s no place better 

to be than floating on the river. Teton Valley has 

no shortage of exceptional trout fishing — even if 

you’ve never tried before! Join a seasoned guide 

from one of the valley’s fly shops and let them show 

you the ins and outs of the valley’s spectacular 

waterways, as well as how to get acquainted with 

their wild aquatic inhabitants. 

SADDLE UP 

What better way to embrace your inner cowgirl (or 

cowboy) than to climb onto a trusty pony? Several 

outfitters around Teton Valley offer trail riding experiences 

of varying lengths into the Bridger-Teton 

and Caribou-Targhee national forests. It’s a spectacular 

way to explore the vast network of trails that 

weaves throughout the beautiful woods and mountain 

meadows — as well as to enjoy some unforgettable 

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PICNIC AT PALISADES 

A short drive from Victor, you’ll find Palisades Reservoir, 

the lake that feeds into the spectacular South 

Fork of the Snake River. There are plenty of access 

points to reach the lakeside, and it’s an ideal spot 

to ditch the crowds and enjoy an old-fashioned picnic. 

You can make your own, of course, or you can 

pop into the Victor Market and snag a few gourmet 

sandwiches and sides to fill your basket. Swim, skip 

stones, watch the clouds slide by — it’s all good. 

SIP SOME LOCAL FLAVOR 

Teton Valley is home to some exceptionally crafted 

beer and liquor. Grand Teton Distillery, founded in 

2011, is a small-batch distillery, utilizing mountain 

water and locally sourced ingredients. Book a free 

tour and tasting online, and peek behind the curtain 

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Teton Yoga Festival fosters 

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The wellness community in Teton Valley is growing, and one 

of the significant markers of this movement is the Teton 

Yoga Festival. For event founders Sea Marie Biladeau and 

Crystal Borup, coming together in the name of balance has been 

a gratifying exploration in energy. Now in its sophomore year, 

the festival is a strong representation of what can happen when 

two passionate individuals create a whole experience. 

SHARING A LOVE OF PLACE 

Sea Marie Biladeau is no stranger to Idaho. In fact, she is a native to the Gem 

State. Her curious nature took her to Colorado years ago, where she ultimately 

settled in the Aspen community. Her business partner Crystal Borup hails from 

the Columbia Gorge area of Washington State. With a deep background in business 

that features work with wineries and restaurants, Crystal also maintained a 

yoga studio for years. 

These two like-minded women found themselves drawn to Teton Valley during 

the pandemic. Sea Marie had already purchased property in Tetonia that she 

regarded as a safe haven away from her home in Aspen, while Crystal was facing 

more flexibility in her life. The older children in her household had flown the 

coop. She and her husband were suddenly in an empty nest situation. 

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It’s important for us to tap in 

energetically to the land. We need to 

ask permission to be there and ask 

for support from the land. It’s important to 

us yogis, and this is integral for us in 

order to shape a good experience for 

presenters and participants.” 

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The global crisis encouraged Sea Marie to make her getaway in the valley a permanent 

home base. As for Crystal, she sold her home and her yoga studio. “The 

pandemic provided some stillness, and we decided we were ready for change,” 

she says. “We were van traveling all over but had been to Teton Valley before. We 

could not help from keeping our eyes on this place.” A convergence of souls was 

about to occur between two yogis who share a belief in regular practice, and a 

devotion to community. 

THE WELLNESS EQUATION 

When these partners discuss their love of Teton Valley, it comes down to nurturing 

connections. “I think we had similar reasons regarding growing more of 

a wellness community. We both knew it could be done here, and knew that we 

could do it together,” says Sea Marie. 

“Our partnership feels effortless,” adds Crystal. “The two of us work really well 

together, and that is part of our shared yoga background. Moving to Idaho for me 

was really healthy for my nervous system. To feel a deep sense of peace, but to 

also feel expansive in this valley is very different from the feel in Washington. I 

needed that sense of being grounded and connected.” 

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The partners both agree that hosting the Teton Yoga Festival on the Idaho side 

of the Tetons was a natural progression. Honoring local practitioners by offering 

a quality experience in the place they are both drawn to was a consideration as 

well. When the kismet started to present itself in making it all come together, 

Sea Marie states, “All of the opportunities were coming our way as far as programs 

and location. It came so easily.” 

THE MAKINGS OF MAGIC 

Crystal’s intentions that came with moving to Idaho had her considering all aspects 

of how she could contribute to her new home. “Leaving my studio behind along with 

a really strong yoga community led me to question how I could show up in this new 

space. How could I serve?” Then she encountered 

Moose Creek Ranch and was immediately drawn to 

the idea of a retreat. 

In 2023, Moose Creek Ranch had held off on booking 

summer events due to scheduled renovations. 

Fortunately, the work on the property was completed 

early. Once the ranch opened their books up 

to summer events again, the founders of the Teton 

Yoga Festival were ready to secure a venue. The 

timing was a perfect match. Discovering Moose 

Creek not only granted the retreat a chance at 

reality, it also leant to the magic of the gathering. 

“When you step onto that property, you get this 

immediate feeling of being grounded and at home,” 

Crystal explains. “It’s important for us to tap in 

energetically to the land. We need to ask permission 

to be there and ask for support from the land. 

It’s important to us yogis, and this is integral for us 

in order to shape a good experience for presenters 

and participants.” 

A MEMORABLE RETREAT 

Attending the Teton Yoga Festival provides the gratification 

of experiencing the Moose Creek Ranch 

property, and of fostering connection with other 

participants. This has proven to be a large part of 

the festival’s success. 

“We were so pleased with the feedback regarding 

staying on the property,” says Sea Marie. Crystal 

echoes this sentiment. “I literally left knowing that it 

was the most magical experience I have ever been 

to. The weather was perfect, the community aspect 

was huge, and we all walked away so satisfied.” n 


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