Endorphins surged as riders hiked the serpentine boot-pack to Casper Bowl and The Crags. The weightless descent epitomized the epic runs of recent days. Like the rings of a tree, each inch of snow told the tale of this early winter. Arching turns, riders carved their names into the prologue of this fairy tale season.

Freshly stomped boot-packs led riders to new depths as the Headwall opened today. Thanks to the diligent work of ski patrol, the all-familiar pilgrimages up Pepi’s Bench and White Spider began soon after the gondola’s first spin. With legs and lungs ablaze, Jackson locals shocked their bodies into mid-season condition as they punched their way ... Read More

The intense silence of deep powder cast the Village in a spell of winter fantasy. Like snow- breathing dragons, riders descended in a fury, leaving a smoky tail in their wake. The only connection to the outside world was two gloves peeking through the mist. The epic tale continues tomorrow as the Headwall will open. ... Read More

The Jackson local forgoes much to live and ride in the Tetons; sacrifice is at the base of the social snow pack. Days like today affirm this precarious life choice. Charging deep, untracked lines in utter solitude, we are swiftly reminded why we live here. And it’s only getting better as whispers of a looming ... Read More

With no lift lines and stashes galore, the Village felt like a good old western speakeasy where the password is POWDER. All riders could do was grin and shake their heads as they effortlessly glided up to the lifty at Thunder for a countless time. Snowing throughout the day, the air was thick with a ... Read More

Cold temps and flat light combined with light crowds for a mellow winter day at Jackson Hole. Sublette and Casper chairs remain closed for the week..rumors of the inbounds backcountry terrain opening later this week dant and a welcome sign that the 2010/11 winter season has begun.

The clouds parted and the sun was out for the first time in weeks in Jackson Hole. It seems this clarity will not last as the storms continue to line up, heading for the Teton Range.

The morning started out as foggy as most people’s heads after an opening day powder hangover. No crowd and great windblown snow, Jackson Hole Mountain Resort has picked up right where it left off last April.

Opening Day Jackson Hole Mountain Resort: Anticipation filled the air in Teton Village. The aroma of coffee warmed the crowd. A right of passage was under way: Braving freezing temps in a 300+ person tram line at 8:00am. New gear, rock skis, fresh smiles and welcome greetings were abundant.