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Grizzly Killed in Self- Defense in Island Park
In a recent encounter in Island Park, an area known for its wildlife, a local resident was forced to take drastic action when a young male grizzly bear charged at his girlfriend. The incident occurred on the evening of June 6 near Last Chance, as the couple was returning home. The man, while unloading their vehicle, quickly accessed a shotgun and fired at the bear, effectively stopping its charge.
Grand Teton National Park Releases Annual Report: A Glimpse into 2023
Grand Teton National Park has recently unveiled its annual “Grand Glimpse: 2024 State of the Park” report, summarizing the park’s achievements and progress in the past year. Park Superintendent Chip Jenkins highlighted the array of strategic initiatives that have been advancing throughout 2023 within the park and the adjoining John D. Rockefeller, Jr. Memorial Parkway.
First Wildland Fire of 2024 Extinguished in Yellowstone National Park
On June 9, Yellowstone National Park reported its first wildland fire of the season, the “Milepost 17 Fire”, which was detected by a motorist on Highway 191. The fire, sparked by lightning, affected a small area of 0.1 acres and burned a single tree almost a mile west of Highway 191 and 17 miles north of West Yellowstone, Montana.
Teton Pass Temporary Solution Could Be Just Weeks Away
When the Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) announced the extended closure of Wyoming State Highway 22/Teton Pass due to significant geological events, including a landslide at milepost 12.8 and a mudslide at milepost 15. It appeared that a solution would be hard to find. But as WYDOT crews and geologists assess the area’s stability and safety hazards, a temporary solution is in their sights.
START Bus Will Take Teton Valley Riders Through Star Valley
Starting Monday, START Bus will implement a revised Summer Season 2024 schedule for Teton Valley Commuter service to accommodate the closure of Teton Pass. These service revisions will remain in effect until further notice and will take commuter buses through Swan and Star Valleys. Transfers to Teton Village will be...
Eight Rafters Rescued on Snake River in Jackson Hole
Late Friday afternoon, a rafting trip got in trouble in Grand Teton National Park when a commercially guided raft struck a log jam and overturned in the river’s “Black Hole” area, near Bar BC Ranch north of Moose. The incident resulted in eight people, including the guide, being thrown into the river.
Teton Pass Closure Community Impact
Teton County, in coordination with the Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) and various partners, is actively managing the repercussions of the prolonged Teton Pass closure. The county’s Emergency Operations Center is now operational, focusing on the safety and well-being of residents and addressing the broader implications for commuters, local businesses, and tourists.
Teton Pass Set For Long-Term Closure
After a road failure on Teton Pass on Thursday, followed by a mudslide, Wyoming Department of Transportation officials are saying that repairs to the roadway will create a long-term closure. The roadway at milepost 12.8 on Wyoming State Highway 22, Teton Pass, has catastrophically failed, and a long term closure...
Ariel Korber Joins Jackson Hole Chamber of Commerce Executive Committee
The Jackson Hole Chamber of Commerce has announced the selection of Ariel Korber to join the Executive Committee of the Board of Directors. Her term will begin on July 1st. Chamber of Commerce CEO Rick Howe praised Korber’s dedication, stating, “Ariel’s involvement and passion have stood out in her six years of service on the YPT Committee and her service for five years on the Board of Directors. We are so lucky to have someone deeply rooted in our community who also has an experiential knowledge of the challenge young professionals have in making a life in our community. We look forward to her leadership as a member of the Executive Team for the next five years.”
Grizzly Bears to Move West: Restoration Plan in North Cascades
Grizzly bears aren’t just for the Rocky Mountains anymore.The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service has initiated a plan to restore grizzly bears to the North Cascades in Washington. This decision, effective today, is part of an effort to reintroduce grizzlies to their historic habitats under section 10(j) of the Endangered Species Act. This rule allows the establishment of experimental populations outside their current range.
Wyoming Game and Fish Commission Invests in Wildlife Crossings
Background: Last week, the Wyoming Game and Fish Commission met in Dubois, and focused on wildlife conservation and public safety. The Commission approved an additional $500,000 for the “Wind River to Grand Tetons – Connecting Wildlife on the Togwotee Trail Dubois” project on U.S. Highway 26. This funding will be used to construct new wildlife crossings and improve existing ones.
Grand Teton National Park Continues Sagebrush Habitat Restoration
Grand Teton National Park vegetation management specialists are moving forward with their efforts to restore native sagebrush habitat. This multi-phase effort aims to replace approximately 4,500 acres of non-native grass fields with native sagebrush, which is crucial for supporting local wildlife such as elk, bison, moose, pronghorn, and sage grouse.
Spring in Wyoming Brings Newborn Wildlife: View from a Distance
As Wyoming moves into the spring season, residents and visitors alike are likely to encounter newborn wildlife such as fawns and hatchlings. While these young animals are undoubtedly captivating, the Wyoming Game and Fish Department urges everyone to enjoy these moments from a distance and resist the urge to interact directly with the wildlife.
Town Puts Commercial Moratorium in Place
Jackson Town Council Implements Temporary Moratorium on Large Commercial Buildings. At its regular meeting yesterday evening, Jackson’s Town Council unanimously voted to place an emergency, temporary moratorium on the development of commercial buildings larger than 35,000 square feet. The ordinance states, “A moratorium is imposed on the submission and acceptance of applications to create, add, or change the use of the habitable floor area for non-residential buildings.” This moratorium applies to potential commercial buildings in the Downtown Core and Commercial Residential Zones. It does not affect development applications already under review, vested under current Land Development Regulations (LDRs), or those with existing zoning or building permit approval.
Turkey Hunter Attacked by Moose Near Blackfoot, Idaho
In a close encounter late on Friday afternoon, a turkey hunter was attacked by a female moose on Bureau of Land Management territory close to the Snake River, just south of Blackfoot, Idaho. The hunter, who was in pursuit of turkeys at the time, accidentally came too close to the moose and her twin calves, prompting the mama moose to charge.
Elderly Woman Injured by Bison in Yellowstone National Park
On Saturday, a human-wildlife incident occurred at Yellowstone National Park when an 83-year-old woman from Greenville, South Carolina was gored by a bison near the Storm Point Trail at Yellowstone Lake. The encounter highlights the critical importance of following park safety guidelines regarding wildlife. The woman, who was reportedly too...
Successful 2024 Elk Antler Auction
The 57th annual elk antler auction was held on Jackson’s Town Square, marking another successful year for this community event. This auction is a key part of the weekend-long ElkFest celebration, which takes place the Saturday before Memorial Day. This year, 8,170 pounds of antlers were sold, a decrease...
Grizzly Bear Spotted in Rafter J
With reports of a grizzly bear wandering near the Rafter J Neighborhood this weekend, Wildlife officials are reminding residents to increase their efforts to be Bear Aware. On Sunday morning a grizzly was photographed south of town. Game and Fish officials responded to the reports but it is unknown what became of the bear.
Grizzlies Injure Massachusetts Man In Grand Teton National Park
A visitor from Massachusetts was seriously injured by a bear on Sunday afternoon at Grand Teton National Park. The 35-year-old male was hiking near Signal Mountain Summit Road when he encountered two grizzly bears, resulting in the injury. Emergency responders, including park rangers and Teton County Search and Rescue, provided immediate medical care. The injured man was airlifted to St. John’s Hospital where he is reported to be in stable condition and expected to recover fully.
Dunraven Pass in Yellowstone Opens Early
Yellowstone National Park has announced the early opening of Dunraven Pass, allowing visitors access nearly a week ahead of schedule. The pass, which connects Canyon Village to Tower Fall, was originally slated to open on May 24 but is now accessible as of May 16. This early opening is thanks to the milder winter conditions this year, which allowed road crews to complete their spring plowing operations sooner than anticipated.
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