Tag Responsibly, Keep Jackson Hole Wild

07/14/2023

(Interagency News Release) Teton Interagency Fire managers have elevated the fire danger rating to “moderate” for Grand Teton National Park, Bridger-Teton National Forest, and the National Elk Refuge. The potential for fire activity has increased due to summer drying of vegetation combined with warmer and windier conditions.

A moderate fire danger rating means fires can start from the most accidental causes. Unattended campfires have the potential to escape, especially on windy days, in dry open areas. So far this year, there have been 16 abandoned campfires in the Teton Interagency Fire area.

When determining fire danger, fire managers use several indicators such as the moisture content of grasses, shrubs, trees, and dead and downed materials; projected weather conditions including temperatures and possible wind events; the ability of fire to spread; and availability of firefighting resources both locally and nationally.

When enjoying a campfire, remember it should always remain attended and must be completely extinguished before you leave the area. Simply pouring water on the remains of a fire is not sufficient. The charred remains must be repeatedly doused with water and stirred into the campfire ring. All embers and logs, not just the red ones, should be broken up and covered with dirt. Before leaving the area, the campfire remains must be cold to the touch.

Visit the Teton Interagency Fire website at TetonFires.com to learn more about fire safety and what fire regulations may be in place. To report a fire or smoke in the immediate area, call the Teton Interagency Fire Dispatch Center at 307-739-3630.

NPS Photo/C. Adams

07/10/2023

U.S. Forest Service-Bridger-Teton National Forest has implemented an updated food and attractant storage order.

“We’re proud of this coordinated effort between all the forests in the Great Yellowstone Ecosystem to streamline and emphasize the food storage order for our visitors,” said Forest Supervisor Chad Hudson. “While there were minimal changes from previous versions this new order will allow our visitors a seamless experience as they travel through the ecosystem enjoying their public lands”

Read the full notice at: www.fs.usda.gov/alerts/btnf/alerts-notices

07/05/2023

Maintaining the spirit and majesty of our public lands relies on the collective commitment of each of us. This summer, help to protect these special places by geo-tagging your images with Tag Responsibly, Keep Jackson Hole Wild.

06/30/2023

Being Wild Jackson Hole has opportunities for visitors to connect with Jackson Hole's wildlife and landscapes through volunteer opportunities.

Learn more at https://beingwildjh.com/voluntourism/
and spread the word with your community.

06/27/2023

“Wild and scenic” are apt descriptors of the Snake River that famously winds through Jackson Hole. The Snake River Headwaters, much of which travel through Jackson Hole, are protected in perpetuity by the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act of 2009. That means they will flow freely forever. But it’s more than just one river. It’s a network of 13 rivers and 25 separate segments, including the Gros Ventre River, Hoback River, and Pacific Creek, all of which are easy to encounter from your home base in Jackson Hole.
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The Wild And Scenic Rivers Act is a profound reminder of how valuable our waterways are and how important it is to protect them. Learn more about the act and how to get involved with river stewardship through the Snake River Fund.

06/21/2023

There's nothing more quintessential than having a campfire while camping. However, please keep the following best practices in mind while doing so: ⁠
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1. Never leave your cooking or warming fire unattended. ⁠
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2. Remove branches to make sure you have enough clearance above and around your fire. Fires built at the base of a tree can burn into roots and smolder for days before torching out and becoming an unwanted wildfire. ⁠
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3. Keep your fire to a mangeable size. A large fire requires more work and water to ensure it's dead out.⁠
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4. Drown your fire with plenty of water and dirt. Stir to make sure everything is wet and muddy. If water is not available, stir in cool dirt and smother the fire to remove heat. ⁠
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5. Always, ensure the ashes are cold to the touch before leaving.

06/15/2023

Champion the conservation of your favorite places by using the location geotag Tag Responsibly, Keep Jackson Hole Wild.

06/14/2023

Yellowstone National Park is calling on visitors to protect wildlife and respect safety regulations. In recent days, some actions by visitors have led to the endangerment of people and wildlife and resulted in the death of wildlife.
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Approaching wild animals can drastically affect their well-being and, in some cases, their survival. When an animal is near a campsite, trail, boardwalk, parking lot, on a road, or in a developed area, leave it alone and give it space. The park calls on visitors to protect wildlife by understanding how their actions can negatively impact wildlife.
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To view Yellowstone National Park's full news release on the topic, please visit: https://www.nps.gov/yell/learn/news/23018.htm

Yellowstone Pledge, safety, wildlife

06/13/2023

While we love the warmth and sunshine after a long winter, summertime also brings one of our least favorite pests—mosquitoes! Here’s an easy way to thwart the buggers: The 7 D’s of Mosquito Prevention

💧DRAIN standing water around the ranch and home that can breed mosquitoes.
🌅DAWN and DUSK are when mosquitoes are most active. Avoid being outside during these times.
👖DRESS appropriately to avoid bites such as light-colored and loose-fitting long sleeves and pants. Wide brimmed hats with mosquito netting are a great option too.
🧴DEFEND yourself against mosquito bites by using an effective, EPA-registered repellent.
🚪DOOR and window screens should be in good condition to prevent mosquitoes from coming inside. Do a quick walk through of your home to check.
🚶‍♀️DISTRICT mosquito services are available at no cost to residents. Contact us if you have a mosquito problem, had an issue with mosquitoes previously, and/or have standing water on your property.

06/09/2023

The Wyoming Department of Environmental Quality will conduct a public meeting today, June 9th, regarding the proposed issuance of a water quality permit to build a commercial sewage treatment facility on state land in the headwaters of Fish Creek.

Make your voice heard by attending the meeting at the Old Wilson Schoolhouse Community Center from 5:30—7:30 p.m.

06/02/2023

We did it!

Minimum flows on the Snake River are secured! With the help of the State of Wyoming, the National Park Service, and the Department of Interior, along with amazing NGO support from the conservation community and passioned citizens like you, we have been guaranteed that the Upper Snake River will see water flows out of Jackson Lake dam no less than 280 cubic feet per second. We couldn't have done it without help from all of you! Interested in reading more? Head to the link below. From the bottom of our hearts, THANK YOU!

https://wgfd.wyo.gov/News/Agencies-reach-agreement-over-Jackson-Lake-Dam

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