Contact: Kelly Nelson
Kelly.Nelson@mac.com
(303) 909-5716

Your Inner Wild Is Calling to Experience
Winter in the Heart of the American West: Jackson Hole

Jackson, WY (Oct. 4, 2016)– Jackson Hole, a year-round destination for world-class outdoor recreation nestled between Wyoming’s Teton and Gros Ventre mountain ranges, has announced a refreshed line up of events, attractions and pricing specials for the 2016-2017 winter season.

Outdoor Winter Recreation
Visitors can feed their craving for fresh powder with a wide variety of outdoor activities. Not only is the area home to three ski resorts—the top-rated Jackson Hole Mountain Resort (JHMR), Grand Targhee Resort and Snow King Mountain Resort—the 48-mile long valley also neighbors Yellowstone National Park, Grand Teton National Park and Bridger Teton National Forest; that’s more than 9,000 square miles of majestic scenery with endless winter activity options, including:

• Snowmobile/Snow Coach Tours: Explore the slopes and the surrounding scenic area in the freedom of a snowmobile with Jackson Hole Snowmobile Tours or a more relaxing snow coach. Tours are available through Togwotee Mountain Lodge & Snowmobile Adventures and Scenic Safaris.
• Fat Biking/Winter Biking: Experience a winter wonderland on wheels specially designed to sail over untamed terrain. Schedule a tour with Teton Mountain Bike Tours and learn about the unique aspects of the greater Jackson Hole area from the experts, or grab a rental and take a spin solo. Fat Bike Tours are also available at Turpin Meadows Ranch located on the edge of Grand Teton National Park.
• Ice Climbing: Adventurers can test their mental stamina and physical agility at Exum Ice Park in Snow King. Group lessons, private lessons and open climbing sessions are available.
• Hot Springs: Ease sore muscles from outdoor adventures with a relaxing soak at Granite Hot Springs just south of Jackson Hole.
• Outdoor Exploration/Photography: Capture the unique and untamed wilderness of Jackson Hole’s many parks and protected areas including the National Elk Refuge.
• Winter Wildlife Tours: View the dazzling array of wildlife that have found refuge in Jackson Hole, Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks on a guided tour of their habitats. Jackson Hole Eco Tour Adventures and Jackson Hole Wildlife Safaris provide knowledgeable escorts who will ensure guests enjoy their expedition.
• Nordic Skiing and Winter Trails: Wind along the scenic Snake river or even directly in front of the Teton mountain range in Grand Teton National Park on cross-country skis. Teton County has more than 140 miles of groomed Nordic trails to choose from. Find a path perfect for each level of expertise at http://www.jhnordic.com.

• Food & Drink: Taste Executive Chef Christian Bustamante’s unique take on American classics like wild and domestic mushroom flatbread pizza at King’s Grill, Snow King Mountain’s newest family-friendly restaurant. Feeling fancy? Stop by FIGS, Hotel Jackson’s flagship restaurant, which features a Lebanese-inspired menu that utilizes local Wyoming ingredients such as Wyoming beef tartar and lamb meatballs. For sushi lovers, check out Jackson’s newest offering, King Sushi. For spirit aficionados, there is also the iconic Million Dollar Cowboy Bar, a western-themed watering hole offering handcrafted cocktails, wine, beer and grilled eats.
• Jackson Hole Food Tour: Follow a local foodie through Jackson Hole’s dining scene sampling dishes from handpicked restaurants paired with the perfect drink. For more information, visit www.jacksonholefoodtours.com.
• Spas: Want to unwind? Book an appointment at one of the area’s several highly rated spas such as the Wilderness Adventure Spa at Spring Creek Ranch, The Harmonic Spa and the Body Sage Spa.
• Hole Bowl: In addition to 10 bowling lanes, this new boutique bowling alley offers comfort food and fun with a bar, restaurant, lane-side food service, foosball, cornhole, Ping-Pong tables, pool tables, black lights and more. For more information, visit www.holebowljh.com.
• Shopping: Find one-of-a-kind items and gifts at Jackson Hole Town Square, the epicenter of designer boutiques, galleries and shops. Visit MADE to pick up handmade items from local artists, browse toys from around the world at the Jackson Hole Toy Store, or check out Terra for contemporary clothing for women and children.
• Arts & Culture Wonder at the country’s largest collection of nature-inspired creative works at the National Museum of Wildlife Art.
• Entertainment: Watch a performance at The Jackson Hole Center for the Arts, the valley’s hub for artistic, cultural and creative activity. View the calendar for a list of upcoming shows.

Mountain Resorts Winter Promotions & Enhancements
Gain access to pristine terrain, luxurious lodging and breathtaking views without breaking the bank by taking advantage of Jackson Hole’s winter promotions and on-mountain improvements.

• SKI FREE Christmas, JHMR: Book a minimum four-night lodging and lift package through Jackson Hole Central Reservations before Dec. 23 and earn two complimentary ski days at JHMR. This unprecedented deal can also be combined with a $300 airfare credit per person.
• Golden Ticket, JHMR: Back by popular demand for one weekend only (Jan. 9-31, 2017), JHMR is welcoming all skiers and snowboarders with a valid 2016-2017 winter season pass from anywhere in the world to visit and receive a 40 percent discount on lift tickets based on the current daily window rate.
• Ski Free, Stay Free: Jackson Hole Resort Lodging is offering an exclusive savings package for families visiting with children. Choose any condominium or home rental for a minimum of four nights and receive a 10 percent discount off the entire stay and for each paying adult. Children under 14 ski free. This program is valid for all winter stays, with the exclusion of stays between Dec. 25 - 31, 2016.
• Sweetwater Gondola, JHMR: Opening mid-December, the new eight-passenger gondola located between the Bridger Gondola and Teewinot High Speed Quad will provide access to mid-mountain terrain, the Casper Restaurant and to the new children’s ski school facility.
• Night Skiing, Snow King Mountain Resort: Night skiing returns near the Rafferty Activity Center with more lighting, more snowmaking and more grooming for beginner and intermediate skiers.
• Magic Carpet Rides, Snow King Mountain Resort: Ideal for children, visitors can take the new magic carpet ride at the beginner area on the eastern side of Rafferty Lift.
• Expanded Ski Hours, Snow King Mountain Resort: Beginning this winter, Snow King Mountain Resort will be open seven days a week.
• Cowboy Coaster and Treetop Adventure, Snow King Mountain Resort: Let loose on an exhilarating rollercoaster ride that takes riders 456 feet up Snow King Mountain then down twists and turns as high as four stories tall.
• Snowcat Adventures, Nordic Trail System, Fat Biking, Tube Park; Grand Targhee Resort: Pristine powdered slopes play host to a variety of downhill activities that are fun for the entire family. Play it safe on a tube, or kick it up a notch in a Snowcat.

For more information on available promotions, visitors can contact Jackson Hole Central Reservations at (800) 838-6666 or visit www.jacksonhole.com. Certain restrictions apply.

Winter Community Events
Celebrate all things winter in the company of locals and fellow travelers at Jackson Hole’s seasonal events.

• Town Square Lighting Ceremony (Nov. 27): This year, the annual tradition will take place from 5 - 7 p.m. in the idyllic Jackson Hole Town Square and will feature a visit from Santa Claus, holiday music, carols, cookies and cocoa.
• The Wizard of Oz (December 9-11):The Jackson Hole Center for the Arts is excited to present its version of this classic. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit www.jhcenterforthearts.org.
• Santa on the Square (Dec. 15-24):  Surrounded by the glittering lights of the Stage Stop building in the Jackson Hole Town Square, kiddos can visit with Santa. Available every evening from 5 - 7 p.m.
• Jackson Hole Public Art Winter Block Party (Dec. 8): Join Jackson Hole Public Art for a Winter Block Party. Held on Center Street in the historic and festive downtown, visitors can enjoy art, bonfires, cider and cocoa, and even art making at the Mobile Studio.
• Glow Worm Parade, JHMR (Dec. 31): Perfect for kids, the Parade meets at 4:50 p.m. by the Teewinot Lift and substitutes glow sticks for torch lights. 
• Fireworks and Torchlight Parade, Snow King Mountain Resort, Grand Targhee Resort, JHMR (Dec.31): Families can ring in the New Year with fireworks, torchlight parades and New Years events at Snow King Mountain Resort, JHMR or Grand Targhee Resort.
• Eukanuba Stage Stop Race:  (Jan. 27-29):  family friendly event will a sled dog race in the Jackson Hole Town Square, mushers, refreshments and fireworks. Festivities begin at 5 p.m.
• Jackson Hole Ski Joring & Cutter Races (Feb. 4-5, 11-12): Cross-country skiing and horsepower collide in continuation of a Jackson Hole Western tradition that began over 75 years ago. Proceeds benefit The Shriner’s Children’s Hospitals. For more information, visit www.jhshriners.org.
• Moose Chase (Feb. 18): The Jackson Hole Ski & Snowboard Club hosts the 24th Annual Moose Chase Nordic Ski race at the legendary Trail Creek Nordic Center. Includes a 30k, 15k, 5k, 3k and a free 1/2k. Athletes can skate or ski the course. All ages are welcome. For more information or to register, visit www.jhskiclub.org.  
• Mini Hahnenkamm Town Downhill (March 11-12): A community favorite that draws more than 200 competitors and 500 spectators, The Jackson Town Downhill is one of the last non-sanctioned downhill races. The event features the heart-throbbing Mini-Hahnenkamm course on Snow King Mountain with divisions for Pro, Recreation, Telemark, Junior, Fat and Baggy, and Snowboard. Spectators can enjoy live music, food and a great race. For more information or to register, visit www.jhskiclub.org/towndownhill.
• Rendezvous Festival (End of Season, Dates TBD): The four-day lifestyle and music festival returns with nationally acclaimed acts like Nathaniel Rateliff, the Zach Brown Band and the Chris Robinson Brotherhood headlining last year, the upcoming line up is sure to be equally impressive.
• 41st Annual World Championship Snowmobile Hill Climb (March 23-26) The World Championship Snowmobile Hill Climb challenges more than 300 brave and daring racers from across North America. Held at Snow King Mountain, the racecourse travels straight up Exhibition, a double black diamond run rising 1,500 vertical feet above the Town of Jackson. For more information or to register, visit www.snowdevils.org.
• Karen Oatey Pole Pedal Paddle (March 25):A tradition in Jackson Hole, the four-event race consists of an alpine ski leg, cross-country ski leg, bicycle leg and a boating leg. Proceeds benefit the Jackson Hole Ski & Snowboard Club, a non-profit organization dedicated to providing affordable outdoor winter programs to Jackson youth. For more information or to register, visit www.jhskiclub.org/polepedalpaddle.

• Hotel Jackson:Hotel Jackson, a newer boutique luxury hotel, is the first LEED-certified hotel in Jackson and features 58 guestrooms, including six suites with spa-like bathrooms and in-room fireplaces.
• The Wort Hotel:Since 1941, the Wort Hotel has exemplified historic charm while providing luxurious amenities and services. It features 55 guest rooms, including five sophisticated Western-themed suites. Music lovers will also appreciate The Showroom inside the Silver Dollar Bar where local bands and nationally recognized groups perform on a regular basis.
• The Lexington at Jackson Hole: Formerly the Trapper Inn, The Lexington offers relaxed rooms, suites and condos a short 5-minute walk from Jackson Town Square.
• The SpringHill Suites by Marriot®: (Opening in February): Perfect for working, meeting or relaxing, Jackson Hole’s latest lodging option features spacious suites, modern amenities and more.

For a listing of lodging options to fit any need or budget, visit www.jacksonhole.com/lodging.html.

Traveling to Jackson Hole
Getting to Jackson Hole for the 2016-2017 winter season is easier than ever before with 12 major cities now offering direct flights to the Jackson Airport:

• American Airlines: Dallas Fort Worth (DFW), Chicago (ORD) and Los Angeles (LAX).
• Delta Airlines: New York (JFK), Atlanta (ATL), Los Angeles (LAX), Seattle (SEA), Salt Lake City (SLC) and Minneapolis (MSP).
• United Airlines: Newark (EWR), Houston (IAK), Los Angeles (LAX), San Francisco (SFO), Chicago (ORD) and Denver (DIA).

For more information visit www.jacksonholeairport.com.

About the Jackson Hole Travel & Tourism Board
The Jackson Hole Travel & Tourism Joint Powers Board is a volunteer board appointed by the Jackson Town Council and Teton County Board of Commissioners to oversee the use of the tourism promotion funds appropriated by the lodging tax. For more information, visit www.4jacksonhole.org

#  #  #