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Grand Teton GuideFall 2014 (September 2 – October 31)

The official newspaper of Grand Teton National Park & John D. Rockefeller, Jr. Memorial Parkway

Bears in the Fall

Would you believe that bears consume up to 20,000 calories a day in the fall? This feeding-frenzy is called “hyperphagia.” Bears put on weight in fall to survive winter hibernation. Hawthorne and chokecherry bushes line the Moose-Wilson Road providing prime habitat for both black and grizzly bears. Park rangers will close this road if necessary due to bear activity.

As you travel through the park, please “Be Bear Aware.”• Bothblackandgrizzlybearsmaybedangerous.• Stayatleast100yardsfrombearsandwolves.• Remaininyourvehicleifbearsarepresent.• Hikeingroups,makenoiseandcarrybearspray.• Keepacleancampandalwaysstoreanyproductwith an odor properly.

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Celebrate the 50th Anniversaryof the Wilderness Act

We seek wild country for solitude and renewal in places such as Grand Teton National Park. Join us this year in celebration of the 50th anniversary of the Wilderness Act preserving wild places for all of us to enjoy.

Wilderness is land “protected and managed so as to preserve its natural conditions and which generally appears to have been affected primarily by the forces of nature, with the imprint of man’s work substantially unnoticeable.”

A core principle of national parks is to preserve tracts of land in theirnaturalstate.Inthe1920s,ArthurCarhart,AldoLeopold,RobertSterlingYardandothersbeganpromotingtheideaofanationalwildernesspreservationsystem.In1935Leopold,Yard,BobMarshall,BentonMacKayeandothersformedtheWildernessSocietytopromotewildernessprotection.

OlausMuriearrivedinJacksonHolein1927asabiologisttostudy its famous elk herd. He became involved in the Wilderness Societyacceptingacouncilseatin1937andbecomingthe

directorin1945.ThissameyearOlaus,alongwithhiswifeMargaret“Mardy”,brotherAdolph,andhiswifeLouise,purchased a ranch in what is now Grand Teton National Park. Not wanting to work from Washington, the Murie Ranch became the families’ home base and hosted many meetings of theWildernessSociety.

Olaus and Mardy worked to establish the National Wilderness PreservationSystemandsetasidethelandfortheArcticNational Wildlife Refuge. The Muries, in collaboration with Howard Zahniser, author of the legislation for the Wilderness Act, and others finally saw the act introduced to Congress in 1956;signedintolawonSeptember3,1964.Unfortunately,neither Olaus Murie nor Zahniser lived to see this event.

Grand Teton National Park has land designated as “potential” or “recommended” wilderness for inclusion in the National WildernessPreservationSystem.ByNationalParkServicepolicy,recommended and potential wilderness is managed in the same manner as congressionally designated wilderness.

Wilderness is a quintessential part of the American experience. As you visit the park, remember the tireless efforts of those who came before us to preserve these special places.

Contents

Visitor Centers .......................................... 2

Campgrounds ........................................... 3

Safety & Weather ..................................... 4

Bear Aware ............................................... 5

Suggested Activities ............................. 6-7

Green Team & Fire ..................................... 8

Park Partners ............................................ 9

Services & Facilities ................................. 10

Yellowstone ............................................ 11

Park Map ................................................. 12

International Visitors

Des renseignements en Français sont disponibles

aux centres des visiteurs dans le parc.

Sie konnen Informationen auf Deutsch in den

Besucherzentren bekommen.

Se puede conseguir información en Español en

el Centro del Visitante.

Accessibility information available atvisitor centers and on the Grand Teton Web site: www.nps.gov/grte.

Contact InformationGrand Teton National Park Website www.nps.gov/grteGrand Teton National Park Facebook www.facebook.com/GrandTetonNPSGrand Teton National Park Tweets twitter.com/GrandTetonNPSLost & Found www.nps.gov/grte/planyourvisit/lost-found.htm

EMERGENCY ................................................................................................................ 911

Visitor Information ....................................................................................... (307) 739-3300

Weather ...................................................................................................... (307) 739-3611

Road Construction Hotline ........................................................................... (307) 739-3614

Backcountry & River Information .................................................................. (307) 739-3602

Climbing Information ................................................................................... (307) 739-3604

Camping Information ................................................................................... (307) 739-3603

TTY/TDD Emergency Calls Only (Park Dispatch) ............................................ (307) 739-3301

Publication of the Grand Teton Guide made possible through the generous support of the Grand Teton Association.

LIVINGWITHWILDLIFEchallengesallofus.Whetheryou visit Grand Teton National Park on vacation or live in the valley of Jackson Hole, encountering wildlife in their own environment is thrilling and potentially dangerous.

Observing and photographing wildlife draws many to this beautiful place to seek out the smallest calliope hummingbird or the largest grizzly bear. We all share a responsibility to protect ourselves and the park’s animals.

Alwaysmaintainadistanceofatleast100yardsfrombears and wolves, and 25 yards from other wildlife. Never position yourself between an adult and its offspring. Females withyoungareespeciallydefensive.Letwildlifethriveundisturbed. If your actions cause an animal to flee, you are too close.

It is illegal to feed wildlife in the park including ground squirrels and birds. Feeding wildlife makes them dependent on people and often results in poor nutrition. Please follow food storage regulations. Allowing bears to obtain human food even once often results in aggressive behavior. The bear becomes a threat to human safety and must be relocated or killed.

Whatever brings you to this special place, remember the spectacular mountains and the diverse wildlife. We hope you will remain connected to here long after you return home.

Dan Ng

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National Park ServiceU.S. Department of the Interior

Grand Teton Guide

Published ByGrand Teton Association, a not-for-profit organization, dedicated to supporting the interpretive, scientific and educational activities of Grand Teton National Park.

SuperintendentDavid Vela

Editor/DesignerAnn MattsonPark Ranger, Interpretation

Park AddressGrand Teton National ParkP.O. Drawer 170Moose, WY 83012

Phone(307) 739-3300

[email protected]

Web sitewww.nps.gov/grte

EXPERIENCE YOUR AMERICA™The National Park Service cares for the special places saved by the American people so that all may experience our heritage.

GRAND TETON National Park

FEWLANDSCAPESINTHEWORLDare

as striking and memorable as that of Grand

Teton National Park. Rising abruptly from

the valley floor, the Teton Range offers a

testament to the power and complexity of

nature. The mountains, valleys, lakes, rivers

and skies are home to diverse and abundant

plants and animals.

People have been living in the shadow of

theTetonRangeformorethan11,000years.

The human history of this area is extensive,

beginning with prehistoric American

Indians,totheearlyEuro-American

explorers, and the more recent frontier

settlers.Today,morethan300historic

structures remain in the park.

The desire to protect this spectacular

mountain range lead to the establishment

ofGrandTetonNationalParkin1929.John

D.Rockefeller,Jr.,throughhisvisionand

generous philanthropy, donated additional

lands to expand the park to the present

boundaryin1950.

Grand Teton National Park is truly a special

and unique place. With thoughtful use and

careful management, it can remain so for

generations to come. As with other sites

intheNationalParkSystem,GrandTeton

preserves a piece of the natural and cultural

heritage of America for the benefit and

enjoyment of future generations.

While you are here, take a moment to put

your cares aside, stroll through a sagebrush

meadow, hike a park trail, sit on a quiet

lakeshore, and lose yourself to the power of

this place.

We hope you will be refreshed and restored

during your visit, and stay connected to this

magnificent landscape long after you have

returned home.

National Park Service Director Horace Albright speaks at the 1929 Grand Teton National Park designation ceremony.

Entrance FeesSingle Entry Grand Teton - Yellowstone: $25 - 7 Days

Good for both Grand Teton and Yellowstone national parks: $25 per vehicle; $12 per person for single hiker or bicyclist; $20 per motorcycle.

Interagency Annual Pass: $80 - AnnualCovers entrance and standard amenity recreation fees on public lands managed by four Department of the Interior agencies—the National Park Service, Fish and Wildlife Service, Bureau of Land Management, and the Bureau of Reclamation, and by the Department of Agriculture’s U.S. Forest Service. The interagency pass is good at vehicle-based entry sites for all occupants in a single, non-commercial vehicle.

Military Annual Pass: Free - AnnualFor active duty military personnel and dependents with proper identification (CAC Card or DD Form 1173). Includes the same benefits as the Interagency Annual Pass.

Interagency Senior Pass: $10 - Lifetime A lifetime pass for U.S. citizens 62 or older, offering entrance to all areas covered under the Interagency Annual Pass, non-transferable.

Interagency Access Pass: FreeA lifetime pass for citizens with permanent disabilities, offering entrance to all areas covered under the Interagency Annual Pass, non-transferable.

Annual Grand Teton - Yellowstone Pass: $50.00 - Annual Allows entrance to Grand Teton and Yellowstone national parks for 12 months from date of purchase; non-transferable.

Commercial Tour Fee: $variable - 7 Days Good for both Grand Teton and Yellowstone national parks; non-transferable. Fee is based on the carrying capacity of the vehicle (driver not included). 1-6 carrying capacity: $25 plus $12 per person; 7-15 carrying capacity: $125; 16-25 carrying capacity: $200; 26 or more carrying capacity: $300.

Visitor Centers 2014Craig Thomas Discovery & Visitor CenterLocated in Moose, 1/2 mile west of Moose Junction.Open Daily. (307) 739-3399

May 1-June 3 8 am to 5 pm

June 4-Sept. 21 8 am to 7 pm

Sept. 22-Nov. 2 8 am to 5 pm

Jenny Lake Visitor Center Located 8 miles north of Moose Junction on the Teton Park Road. Open Daily. (307) 739-3392



Sept. 2-Sept. 23 8 am to 5 pm

Jenny Lake Ranger Station Located 8 miles north of Moose Junction on the Teton Park Road. Open Daily. (307) 739-3343


Colter Bay Visitor CenterLocated 1 mile west of Colter Bay Junction off Highway 89/191/287. Open Daily. (307) 739-3594



Sept. 2-Oct. 13 8 am to 5 pm

Flagg Ranch Information StationLocated 16 miles north of Colter Bay Junction on Highway 89/191/287.Open Daily, may be closed for lunch. (307) 543-2372

June 2-Sept. 1 9 am to 4 pm (may be closed for lunch)

Laurance S. Rockefeller Preserve CenterLocated 4 miles south of Moose on the Moose-Wilson Road. Open Daily. (307) 739-3654

May 31-Sept. 21 9 am to 5 pm

Jackson Hole/Greater Yellowstone Visitor CenterLocated in Jackson at 532 N. Cache, visitor information for the greater Jackson Hole area.Open Daily.


Campgrounds

MOOSE-WILSON CORRIDORGrand Teton National Park is planning for the future of the Moose-Wilson corridor.This10,300acrecorridorisinthepark’ssouthwestcorner and features a remarkable variety of natural communities, cultural and wilderness resources.

The Moose-Wilson Road runs through the corridor and is the primary access to several parkdestinations,includingDeathCanyonandGraniteCanyontrailheads,LauranceS.RockefellerPreserve, White Grass Ranch and Murie Ranch historic districts. The corridor also provides wildlife viewing opportunities for a variety of species.

DevelopingacomprehensivemanagementplanfortheMoose-Wilsoncorridoriscriticaltoensuretheprotection of key resources, values, and your experience. This summer the park conducted visitor surveys within the corridor to determine perceptions of issues, problems and desired experience. Review and comment: go.nps.gov/mwplan.Learnmoreandstayconnected:go.nps.gov/moose-wilson.

REDUCE YOUR USE OF DISPOSABLE PLASTIC BOTTLES

Park concessioners have joined Grand Teton National Park to reduce the sale and use of disposable plastic bottles by selling reusable containers.Savemoney,energyandreducewastebyrefillingyourwater bottle.

All five park campgrounds and two RV parks are operated by park concessioners.

CAMPGROUNDSCampgroundfeesare$22-23pernightpersiteand$11-11.50forSenior/Accesscardholders.JennyLakeandColterBayhavewalk-insites available. All campgrounds provide modern comfort stations, but do not include utility hookups.(ColterBayRVParkandHeadwatersCampground&RVSitesdohavehookups.)

The maximum length of stay is seven days per person at Jenny Lakeand14daysatallother

campgrounds—nomorethan30daysintheparkperyear(14daysatJennyLake).Thecampgroundsoperate on a first-come, first-served basis, advance reservations are not accepted. Reservations are accepted for group camping and theRVparks.

For campground status, contact entrance stations or visitor centers. Additional camping facilities are available in nearby national forests and other adjacent areas. Camping is not permitted within the park along roadsides, in overlooks or inparkingareas.Doublingupincampsites is not permitted and there are no overflow facilities.

GROUP CAMPINGAdvanced reservations are required for group camping atColterBayandGrosVentrecampgrounds. The sites range in capacityfrom10to100people.CalltheGrandTetonLodgeCompanyat(800)628-9988or(307)543-3100forreservations.

PUBLIC SHOWERSThe only public shower facility in the park is located at the Colter BayVillageLaundromat.

RECYCLING CENTERSPark concessioners GrandTetonLodgeCompany and SignalMountainLodgealong

with Grand Teton National Park collectivelyrecyclemorethan215tons of material annually. When you stay in a park campground, please use the recycling containers to help keep Grand Teton National Park clean and pleasant for other campers and conserve resources.

Colter Bay Campground*350 individual, 9 walk-in, 11 groupSept. 2 - 21, the campground will only be able to accommodate 5 RVs over 24 feet. Open: May 22 to Sept. 21$23 per night, (800) 628-9988Filling Time: evening

Colter Bay RV Park 112 RV sitesOpen: May 22 to Sept. 28$65 ($54 Senior/Access) per night(800) 628-9988Filling Time: call for information

Gros Ventre Campground* 350 individual sites, 5 groupOpen: May 2 to Oct. 3$23 per night, (800) 628-9988Filling Time: rarely fills

Headwaters Campground & RV Sites at Flagg Ranch 175 individual sitesOpen: June 1 to Sept. 30$64 RVs, $35 tents. (800) 443-2311Filling Time: call for information

Jenny Lake Campground (tents only) 49 individual sites, 10 walk-in sitesOpen: May 16 to Sept. 28$23 per night, $8 per person for hiker/biker campers without vehicles, (800) 628-9988Filling Time: 9 am

Signal Mountain Campground* 81 individual sites, including:• 56nohookups,$22• 24electrichookupsites,$45 ($34 Seniors/Access)• Hiker/biker$5perpersonfor campers without vehiclesOpen: May 9 to Oct. 19(800) 672-6012Filling Time: noon or earlier30 foot vehicle max

* dump station available

WIRELESS INTERNETFree wireless internet access is available for the public at the

CraigThomasDiscoveryandVisitorCenterinMoose.

GRAND TETON iPHONE APPThe official app for Grand Teton National Park,

produced for the Grand Teton Association,

includes the essential information you need to plan

your trip: tetonapp.com.

TravelStorysGPS iPHONE APPThis free app from the Grand Teton

National Park Foundation shares

engaging audio stories about the

history, geology, animals and activities

in the park. Follow the Teton Park

Road from Moose to Jackson

LakeLodgeandlearnaboutthis

magnificentpark:www.gtnpf.org/

TravelStorysGPS.php.

Write on our WallLikeusonFacebooktogetparkupdates,orshare

photos and your thoughts with our friends: www.

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FollowusonTwitter:twitter.com/

GrandTetonNPS.

Go Digital Moving Forward

eXperience Moose-Wilson

DiscovertheMoose-WilsonCorridorandlearnaboutsomeof

theissuesthroughaninteractivefieldtrip.Visit:www.nps.gov/features/grte/moosewilson/eTour.html

Grand Teton National Park invites you to enjoy

theCraigThomasDiscoveryandVisitorCenter

Auditorium. This facility serves as a launching point

totheparkthroughtheinterpretivefilm“Lifeonthe

Edge.”GrandTetonNationalParkFoundationdonors

fundedthis3,600-square-foot,154-seatauditorium,

featuring recycled, sustainable, and energy-efficient

materials. The auditorium is fully accessible and

equipped for the hearing impaired. Please ask at the

visitor center for details.

Explorethevisitorcenter.Everyonewilllovethe

engaging exhibits about the people, wild communities

andpreservationofthisplace.Discoverwildlifehidden

throughout.Seehowmountaineeringhasevolvedin

the Teton Range and place climbing protection gear on

aninteractiverockwalldisplay.Enjoyabreath-taking

view of the Teton Range from the lobby, and a bird’s

eye view of the park by walking along the video river.

Craig Thomas Discovery & Visitor Center


InSeptember,thehightemperatureinthevalleyaverages69°F,butthetemperatures drop as fall progresses. The nighttime temperatures often drop below freezing, and warm sunny days may alternate with rainy days and occasional snow showers.

Dressinlayers,alwaystakeraingearwhenrecreatingandbepreparedforchanging conditions. Afternoon thunderstorms occur frequently during thesummer,butarerareinfall.Since1999,therehavebeen30injuriesand two fatalities in the park due to lightning.

NOAAweatherforecastsareavailableatwww.weather.gov/riverton,onNOAAWeatherRadioat162.525MHz,orbycallingtheNationalWeatherServiceat1-800-211-1448.

Teton Weather Weather Moose, WY 1958 - 2013

MonthAverage

High TempAverage

Low TempAverage

PrecipitationAverageSnowfall

Number Thunderstorms

January 26.1 °F 0.9 °F 2.6 in. 43 in. 0

February 31.0 °F 3.2 °F 1.9 in. 29 in. 0

March 39.4 °F 12.1 °F 1.6 in. 20 in. 0

April 49.3 °F 22.3 °F 1.5 in. 10 in. 1

May 60.9 °F 30.8 °F 2.0 in. 2 in. 5

June 70.7 °F 37.3 °F 1.7 in. 0 in. 11

July 80.6 °F 41.6 °F 1.2 in. 0 in. 14

August 79.2 °F 39.7°F 1.3 in. 0 in. 12

September 69.3 °F 32.1 °F 1.4 in. 1 in. 2

October 55.7 °F 23.2 °F 1.4 in. 5 in. 0

November 38.3 °F 13.6 °F 2.1 in. 23 in. 0

December 26.5 °F 1.8 °F 2.6 in. 40 in. 0

When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Follow these guidelines to avoid lightning-related injuries. • Afternoonstormsarecommoninsummer,gettoasafeplacebeforestormshit.• Avoidmountaintops,ridges,openareasandlonetrees;forestedareaswithtreesofsimilarheightaresafer.• Donotstandontreeroots.• Ifboating,getoffthewater.• TheNationalOceanicandAtmosphericAdministration(NOAA)providesavarietyofmaterialandlinks throughtheirwebsiteat:www.lightningsafety.noaa.gov/outdoors.htm.Thissitecontainscriticallightning safety and medical information.

FIREARMSWyoming state regulations apply.

Carrying or possessing firearms is prohibited in buildings where notice is posted. Firearms may not be discharged in a national park, except by permitted individuals during legal hunting seasons.

FIREWORKSFireworks and other pyrotechnic

devices are prohibited at all times.

UNMANNED AIRCRAFT (DRONES)Launching,landingoroperatingan

unmanned aircraft, such as a drone, within Grand Teton National Park is prohibited.

CAMPFIRESCampfires are allowed at designated

campgrounds and picnic areas within metal fire grates, unless fire restrictions are in effect. A permit may be obtained for campfires below the high water line ofJacksonLakeattheColterBayVisitorCenter. Campfires are prohibited in all other areas.

PLANTS & ANIMALSAll plants and animals are

protected.Leaveallitemsintheirnaturalsetting for others to enjoy. Picking wildflowers is prohibited. Maintain a distanceofatleast100yardsfrombearsand wolves and 25 yards from all other wildlife.Largeanimalsarequick,powerful,unpredictable and may injury you. Take special care to avoid encounters with wildlife and to help maintain their natural fear of humans.Smallanimalsmaycarrydiseasesand should never be touched or fed. A natural diet ensures their survival.

PETSPetsmustberestrainedonaleash(6

feetorless)atalltimesandmuststaywithin30feetofroadways.Petsarenotallowedin visitor centers, on ranger-led activities, on the multi-use pathway, park trails or in thebackcountry.PetsareONLYallowedinboatsonJacksonLake—nootherwaterways.Kennelsareavailableinthearea.Properlydispose of pet feces. Ask at a visitor center where to exercise your pet.

BIKINGBicycles are permitted on public

roadways, the multi-use pathway and on the Colter Bay Marina breakwater. Ride single-file on the right side of the road and wear a helmet. Riding bicycles or other wheeled vehicles in the backcountry is prohibited. Roadway shoulders are narrow—use caution.

MULTI-USE PATHWAYOnlyNON-MOTORIZED

METHODSoftransportationarepermittedon the multi-use pathway. Persons with physical disabilities may use battery operated transportation. The multi-use pathway is closed from dusk to dawn for wildlifeandpublicsafety.PETSARENOTPERMITTED.Guidedogs—usedforthesole purpose of aiding a person with physical disability—may travel on the pathway.

AQUATIC INVASIVE SPECIESHelp protect park waterways and

native fish from the spread of exotic species. Inspect, clean and dry all equipment including boats, boots and waders before entering a new body of water. Never empty containers of bait, fish, plants or animals into park waters. Wyoming state law requires boaters to purchase an Aquatic Invasive Species(AIS)stickerandhavevesselsinspectedpriortolaunch.See“BoatPermit”section for fee information.

PERSONAL FLOTATION DEVICESAllvesselsmustcarryaUSCG

approvedpersonalflotationdevice(PFD)of the appropriate size for each person on board.PFDsmustbeaccessibleandingoodworkingcondition.PFDsshouldbewornwhileboating.Allpassengersunder13yearsofagemustwearaPFDwheneveravesselisunderway or be within an enclosed cabin.

BOATINGMotorboats are permitted on Jenny

(10horsepowermaximum)andJacksonlakes. Human-powered vessels are permitted onJackson,Jenny,Phelps,EmmaMatilda,TwoOcean,Taggart,Bradley,Bearpaw,LeighandStringlakes.Sailboats,waterskisandwindsurfers are allowed only on Jackson Lake.Jetskisareprohibitedinthepark.

REQUIRED BOAT PERMITS• Parkpermit—motorizedcraft$20for7 daysor$40annual;non-motorizedcraft

$10for7daysor$20annual.Purchase permitsatCraigThomas(Moose),Jenny LakeorColterBayvisitorcenters.Boat permits will no longer have reciprocity withYellowstoneNationalPark.• WyomingAISsticker—motorizedcraft WYresident$10,non-resident$30; non-motorizedcraftWYresident$5, non-resident$15.PurchaseatSnakeRiver Anglers(Dornans)andColterBayMarina.

FLOATING THE SNAKE RIVEROnly human-powered vessels are

allowedontheSnakeRiverwithintheparkand parkway. A permit is required, see “BoatPermits”section.TheSnakeRiverhasconstantly shifting channels and logjams that may present risks for boaters. Read the launch site bulletin boards for current riverconditions.Usecaution,accidentsarecommon. For information on Snake River flows visit: waterdata.usgs.gov/wy/nwis/current/?type=flow.

FISHINGA Wyoming fishing license is required

andmaybepurchasedatSignalMountainLodgefrontdesk,ColterBayMarina,ColterBayVillageStore,SnakeRiverAnglersatDornansandtheHeadwatersLodge.For more information pick up a Fishing Brochure.FishinginYellowstoneNationalPark requires a separate permit.

JACKSON LAKELowwaterlevelmayimpactservices

at marinas. Contact visitor centers for more information.Lowwaterlevelswillincreasethe risk of boats striking submerged objects that are normally submerged.

SWIMMINGSwimmingispermittedinalllakes.

There is a designated swimming beach at ColterBaywithpicnicfacilities;however,therearenolifeguards.TheSnakeRiveris a swift, cold river presenting numerous dangers;swimmingisnotrecommended.

HOT SPRINGSSoakinginpoolswherethermalwaters

originate is prohibited to protect resources. Soakinginadjacentrun-offpoolsorstreamsis allowed, provided they do not contain an originating water source. These waters may harbor organisms that cause a fatal

meningitis infection or other diseases.

HIKINGHikers are reminded to stay on trails.

Short-cuttingisprohibitedanddamagesfragilevegetationpromotingerosion.Knowyour limitations. For your safety, leave your itinerarywitharesponsibleparty.Solotravelis not advised. Permits are not required for day hikes. Trailhead parking areas fill in July andAugust.Duringearlysummer,trailsmaybe snow-covered and require an ice axe for safetravel.Visitorcentersselltopographicmaps and trail guides.

BACKPACKINGObtain a backcountry permit for

all overnight trips in the park or parkway attheCraigThomasDiscoveryorColterBayvisitorcentersandtheJennyLakeRangerStation.One-thirdofbackcountrycampsites may be reserved in advance fromearlyJanuarytoMay15;a$35feeischarged for each reservation. The fee for a walk-in permit is $25. Park approved bear-resistant food storage canisters are required. Check out a canister for free for use in the park when securing your permit.

CLIMBINGExperienceandgoodjudgmentare

essential for safe climbing and mountain travel.TheJennyLakeRangerStationisstaffedfromearlyJunetoearlySeptemberby climbing rangers who can provide up-to-date weather and route conditions. Also check: www.tetonclimbing.blogspot.com. Registration is not required for day climbs. Backcountry permits are required for all overnightclimbs.TheparkDOESNOTcheck to see that you get safely out of the backcountry. For your safety, leave your itinerarywitharesponsibleparty.Solotravelis not advised.

Safety & Regulations


Shuttle Bus to the ParkAlltrans, Inc. operates a

daily shuttle service from

the town of Jackson to

Grand Teton National Park.

Note: schedule may vary

due to construction. Please

contact Alltrans for the

most current schedule.

Cost to ride the shuttle is $14 per person, per day for

an unlimited number of rides (park entrance fees not

included). Riders may get on and off the shuttle at any

stop. Driversacceptpaymentbycash,Visa,orMasterCard.

Seasonpassesarealsoavailable;pricedependsonmonth

purchased. For more information, call Alltrans,

Inc. 1-800-443-6133, or visit their website, www.alltransparkshuttle.com.

Let’s Get Movingin Grand Teton

Let’sMoveOutsideencourages

kids, families and all park

visitors to engage in outdoor

activity that gets hearts

pumping and bodies moving.

PartofFirstLadyMichelleObama’snational

Let’sMovecampaigntoendchildhoodobesity

within a generation, the program is now

underway in national parks all over the country.

LookforLet’sMoveOutsiderangerprograms

in Grand Teton this summer. From hiking and

biking, to swimming, paddling and horseback

riding, Grand Teton National Park provides ways

for everyone to have fun and get healthy!

The Jackson elk herd is the

largest in the world ranging

fromsouthernYellowstone

National Park, to Grand

Teton National Park, the

GrosVentreRiverdrainage,

and the Teton and Gros

Ventrewildernessareas.

Currentlytheherdnumbersover11,000animalswith2,000elk

summering in Grand Teton National Park.

WhenGrandTetonNationalParkexpandedin1950,Congress

authorized an elk reduction program to continue management

of the herd. Today the reduction program runs from early-

Octoberthroughearly-Decemberintheeasternportionof

GrandTetonNationalParkandintheJohnD.Rockefeller,Jr.

Memorial Parkway. Please stop by a visitor center for additional

information.

Fall Elk Reduction

nColor ranges from blonde to

black

nNo distinctive shoulder hump

nFace profile is straight from

nose to tip of ears

nEarsaretallandpointed

nFront claws are short and

curved(1-2”long)

Black Bear

nColor ranges from blonde to

black

nDistinctiveshoulderhump

nFace profile appears dished in

nEarsareshortandrounded

nFront claws are long and less

curved(2-4”long)

Grizzly Bear

A sow grizzly bear and her three cubs cross a park road. Drive with caution throughout the park and watch for wildlife along the roadways for your safety and theirs.Photograph by Gary Pollock.

GRIZZLYANDBLACKBEARS may be anywhere in the park at any time. Odors attract bears into campgrounds and picnic areas. Regulations require that all food, garbage, toiletries, pet food, coolers and food containers (empty or full),andcookware(cleanordirty)bestoredinahard-sidedvehicle with the windows rolled up or bear-resistant food locker when not in immediate use, day or night. Failure to follow regulations is a violation of federal law and may result in a citation.• Neverleaveyourbackpackunattended!• Neverallowabeartogethumanfood.• Ifapproachedbyabearwhileeating,putfoodawayand retreat to a safe distance.

Keep a Clean CampImproperly stored or unattended food will be confiscated and you may be fined.• Treatodorousproductssuchassoap,toothpaste,fuel products, suntan lotion, candles and bug repellent in the same manner as food.• Neverstorefood,garbageortoiletriesintents.• Placealltrashinbear-resistantgarbagedumpsters.• Immediatelyreportcarelesscampersandallbear sightings to the campground kiosk or nearest ranger.• Bearsthatreceivehumanfoodoftenbecomeaggressive and must be killed.

Make Noise in Bear CountryGrizzly and black bears live in the park and parkway. Bears will often move out of the way if they hear people approaching,somakenoise.Don’tsurprisebears!Callingout and clapping your hands at regular intervals are the best ways to make your presence known. Bear bells are not sufficient. Be particularly careful when vegetation or terrain

Grand

Teto

n National Park

Be Bear Aware!It all smells to a bear

Please take careLock it up!

Food StorageRequired

out of a situation by charging, then veering off or stopping abruptly. Bear experts generally recommend standing still until the bear stops and then slowly backing away.

If a bear attacks you, lie on the ground flat on your stomach. Spreadyourlegsslightlyandclaspyourhandsoverthebackofyourneck.Donotmoveuntilyouaresurethebearhasleft the area. In rare cases, bears have attacked at night or after stalking people. These types of attacks may mean the bear views

you as prey. If you are attacked at night or if you feel you havebeenstalkedandattackedasprey,fightback.Do

whatever it takes to let the bear know you are not easy prey.

If You Carry Bear Spray•Bearsprayhasbeenshowntobe

extremely effective in deterring bear attacks.

•Useonlybearspray.Personalself-defense pepper spray is not effective.

•Keepthecanisterimmediatelyavailable,not in your pack.

•Followthemanufacturer’sinstructions,knowhow to use the spray, and be aware of its limitations,

including the expiration date. •Bearsprayisnotarepellent!Donotsprayitonpeople, tents or backpacks.• Undernocircumstancesshouldbearsprayserveasa substitute for standard safety precautions in bear country.

Park visitor centers can demonstrate proper use of bear spray and recycle it. Come visit for more information.

limits line of sight. The use of portable audio devices is strongly discouraged.

Hike in GroupsIf possible, hike in groups of three or more people. Typically, larger groups of people make more noise and appear more formidabletobears.Keepyourgrouptogetherandmakesure your children are close at all times. Avoid hiking when bearsaremoreactive;earlyinthemorning,lateinthedayorwhenitisdark.Trailrunningisstronglydiscouraged;youmay startle a bear.

Never Approach a BearAllbearsarewildanddangerous.Eachbearwillreact differently and their behavior cannot be predicted.

If You Encounter a BearDonotrun!Bearscaneasilyoutrunyou. Running may cause an otherwise non-aggressive bear to attack.• Ifthebearisunawareofyou,orif the bear is aware of you but has not acted aggressively, slowly back away.• Donotdropyourpack!Thisteachesbearshow to obtain human food and often results in the death of a bear.• Donotclimbtrees.Allblackbears,allgrizzlycubsand some adult grizzlies can climb trees.

If a Bear Approaches or Charges YouDonotrun!Mostbearattacksresultfromsurpriseencounters when a bear is defending its young or a food source,suchasacarcass.Somebearswillblufftheirway

Be Bear Aware!

Grand Teton Guide [Fall 2014]

Event Description Meeting Place

Date/TimeDuration

Sun Mon Tues Wed Thu Fri Sat

Map Chat From park geology to the variety of wildlife that call this park home, this program will give you insight into the stories behind the scenery.

Craig Thomas Discovery & VC relief map

Sept. 2-21 10:30 am30 minutes

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EverythingAutumn

Why do leaves change color? Is there a difference between horns and antlers? What is the rut? When will animals hibernate? Join a ranger and learn about the changes taking place this fall in Grand Teton in order to ready for winter.

Craig Thomas Discovery & VC courtyard

Sept. 2-211:00 pm30 minutes

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Bear Safety Discover techniques that will help you stay safe while traveling and camping in bear country. Includes instruction in the use of bear pepper spray. DIFFICULTY: Easy.

Craig Thomas Discovery & VC courtyard


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WildlifeCaravan

Travel with a ranger to see wildlife during the best time of day for viewing. Be prepared to drive or ride to multiple locations. Dress warmly and bring binoculars or spotting scopes. Limited to 10 vehicles. Reservations are required. Please call the Craig Thomas Discovery and Visitor Center, 307-739-3399, or make reservations in person. Ride sharing will be strongly encouraged.

Craig Thomas Discovery & VC flagpole

Sept. 2-215 pm3 hours

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EXPLORETHEMURIERANCH

Join Murie Center staff to help celebrate the

50thanniversaryoftheWildernessAct.Enjoy

a30-minutetourthroughMardyandOlaus’

cabin and the Homestead Cabin Monday -

Fridayat2:00pmfollowedbya30-minute

walk, weather-permitting, on the “Around the

World”trail.Learnaboutthehistoryoftheranch,theMurie’slife-long

dedication to conservation work, current work at The Murie Center and

more. To join the walk, please come prepared with appropriate walking

shoes,water,sunscreen/hatandbearspray.(www.muriecenter.org)

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CRAIG THOMAS DISCOVERY & VISITOR CENTER VisittheDiscoveryCenterfortripplanning,weather, permits and camping information. Experiencethevideorivers,orviewafilm.ShopattheGrandTetonAssociationbookstore for gifts, books and postcards. ThevisitorcenterisopendailySeptember2–21,8am–7pmandSeptember22–October31,8am–5pm.

MENORS FERRY HISTORIC DISTRICTTake a self-guided tour around the historic district and learn about Jackson Hole history

through pictorial displays at the Maud Noble Cabin.VisittheGeneralStore(openMay24-Sept.30daily,9am–4:30pm)andpurchaseturn-of-the-century-themed goods.

MORMON ROWTake a self-guided tour around the remaining buildings of this once vibrant community. Pick up a brochure near the “Pink House.” Originally called Grovont, “Mormon Row” was a community of homesteads, a church and school. Members of The Church of JesusChristofLatter-DaySaintssettledthisarea around the turn of the last century.

THE MURIE RANCHLearnabouttheMuriefamilywildernessconservation legacy by taking this self-guided one mile roundtrip walk. Ask a ranger for directions to access the ranch and view historic buildings where landmark wilderness legislation was drafted.

MULTI-USE PATHWAYBike, walk, skateboard or roller-blade on the multi-use pathway. Access the pathway from Moose. The pathway extends from Jackson toSouthJennyLake.

Visit MooseMooseislocated12milesnorthofJackson,Wyoming.Pleaseseetheparkmaponpage12tohelpyouplanyourtriptoMoose.Enjoyavariety of trails, activities, scenic drives and ranger programs as well as historic districts and iconic views of the Teton Range.

Program schedules may change at any time

PARKINGParkingatSouthJennyLakeishighlycongestedandoftenfullfrom10amto4pm.Plan accordingly. Watch for pedestrians.

SOUTH JENNY LAKE VisittheJennyLakeVisitorCenterfortripplanning, weather and camping information. LearnaboutTetonRangegeologythroughinteractive exhibits and a short geology film.ShopattheGrandTetonAssociationretail area for gifts, educational books and postcards. The visitor center is open daily September2-23from8amto5pm.The

SouthJennyLakeareaincludesageneralstore, restrooms, trailhead access, boat launch,theExumMountainGuideofficeandarangerstation.TheJennyLakeRangerStationprovidesbackcountryandclimbinginformation and overnight permits. The rangerstationisopenJune7–September7from 8 am to 5 pm.

TakeashuttleboatacrossJennyLake(Roundtrip/One-way:adult$15/$9,seniors(62+)$12,child(2-11)$8/$6,under2years,over80free)orasceniccruise($19adults/$17seniors/$11child).

NORTH JENNY LAKESwimintheseasonallywarmwatersofStringLakeandthenenjoyapicnicattheStringLakepicnicarea.Flushandpitrestroomsavailable.ParkattheStringLakeTrailhead and hike across a rustic wooden bridge through a burned area and view the regenerationofaforest.Launchyourcanoeor kayak from the canoe launch, look for thelaunchareasignjustpasttheStringLakeTrailheadparkinglot(boatpermitrequired).OrenjoylunchattheJennyLakeLodgelocatedjustpasttheNorthJennyLakeJunction on the scenic one-way road.

Explore Jenny LakeSouthJennyLakeislocated8milesnorthofMoose.Pleaseseetheparkmaponpage12tohelpyouplanyourtriptoJennyLake.ExploreJennyLakeforconvenientaccesstoglacially-formedlakesandinvigoratinghikeswhileenjoyingdramaticmountainscenery.



Date/TimeDuration


Lakeshore Talk

Celebrate 50 years of Wilderness! Join a ranger for an easy walk to the shore of Jenny Lake for a talk on wilderness and the Wilderness Act of 1964. ROUNDTRIP DISTANCE: 400 yards. DIFFICULTY: Easy.

Jenny Lake Visitor Center flagpole

Sept. 2-2110:30 am30 minutes

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Jenny Lake Visitor Center flagpole

Sept. 2-2110:30 am 30 minutes

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Jenny Lake Ranger Programs = accessible programs

Moose Ranger Programs = accessible programs

Special Programs

SHOSHONEAN DAYS, Sept. 3rd & 4th

Colter Bay Visitor Center.LearnabouttheShoshone

culture:includespresentationsbyShoshone

tribe members and video presentations & art

demonstrations.

Additional ranger-led programs may be offered during the fall. Check at visitor centers for more information.

WILDERNESS RENDEzVOUS, October 12

Craig Thomas Discovery and Visitor Center

In commemoration of the 50th anniversary of

the Wilderness Act, the park will offer a day of

special speakers and activities for all ages.



Date/TimeDuration


Teton Highlights

Wondering what to see and do in the park? Join a ranger for some great ideas.

Colter Bay Visitor Center auditorium

Sept. 2-2111 am30 minutes

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Celebrating Wilderness

This year marks the 50th anniversary of the Wilderness Act. Join a conversation about the history and values of wilderness.

Colter BayVisitor Centerauditorium

Sept. 2-212 pm30 minutes

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Colter Bay Visitor Center back deck


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Oxbow Bend Wildlife Watch

Join a ranger at the Oxbow Bend Turnout for an evening wildlife watch, and scan the Oxbow for birds and large mammals.

Oxbow BendTurnout

Sept. 2-216-7:30 pm

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Campfire Program

Gather at the Colter Bay Amphitheater for a traditional ranger talk. Families are welcome. Topics posted at various locations.

Colter Bay amphitheater(or auditorium in bad weather)

Sept. 2-218 pm45 minutes

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COLTER BAY After40years,theartifactsfromtheColterBay Indian Arts Museum are undergoing conservation treatment. The remodeled facilityattheColterBayVisitorCenterproudlydisplays35artifactsfromtheDavidT.VernonIndianArtsCollection.Rangersprovide trip planning information, trail maps andovernightbackcountrypermits.Shopfor educational gifts in the remodeled Grand Teton Association sales area. The visitor centerisopendailySeptember2toOctober13from8amto5pm.

Enjoylunchonthelakeshoreatthepicnicarea or take a hike on one of the area trails forgreatopportunitiestoseewildlife.YouwillalsofindanRVpark,cabins,restaurant,general store, laundromat, service station and showers.

JOHN D. ROCKEFELLER, JR. MEMORIAL PARKWAYTheParkwaycommemoratesJohnD.Rockefeller, Jr’s. significant contributions to national parks. Mr. Rockefeller had a special interest in this area helping develop YellowstoneandestablishGrandTeton

national parks. To learn more about the Rockefeller family’s philanthropy ask for the “RockefellerLegacy”brochureatanyvisitorcenter.

JACKSON LAKE LODGEEvenifyouarenotstayingovernightattheJacksonLakeLodge,thehistoricbuildingisworthavisit.LargemuralwindowsshowcaseviewsofJacksonLakeandthenorthern Teton Range. Wildlife such as black and grizzly bears, elk and moose are frequently seen from the lodge. Access trails, a corral, gift stores and restaurants.

Spend Time at Colter BayColterBayislocated25milesnorthofMoose.Pleaseseetheparkmaponpage12tohelpyouplanyourtrip.ColterBayprovidessomeofthebest wildlife viewing opportunities in the park as well as a wide range of visitor services and trails.


Colter Bay Ranger Programs = accessible programs

Laurance S. Rockefeller Preserve Ranger Programs = accessible programs


Date/TimeDuration


Explore the Preserve Hike

Open your senses and immerse yourself in the pristine setting of the Preserve. Hike the Lake Creek Trail through forest and meadows to the shore of Phelps Lake, which affords dramatic views of the Teton Range. Reservations required, call (307) 739-3654. Bring water, rain gear, sunscreen and insect repellent. ROUND

TRIP DISTANCE: 3 miles. DIFFICULTY: Easy/Moderate. TIME: 2 to 2½ hours.

Laurance S. Rockefeller Preserve Center Porch

Sept. 2-21 9:30 amup to 2½ hours

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Fireside Chat Join a ranger for a conversation over a cup of coffee or hot chocolate. Bring your mug and willingness to share your ideas as you learn about an issue that affects the park. We want to hear from you! Coffee and hot chocolate will be provided. ROUND TRIP DISTANCE: Minimal walking required. DIFFICULTY: Easy.

Laurance S. Rockefeller Preserve Center Resource Room


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Bear Safety Discover techniques that will help you stay safe while traveling and camping in bear country. Includes instruction in the use of bear pepper spray. Please allow extra travel time as parking lot is typically full during this part of the day. DIFFICULTY: Easy.

Laurance S. Rockefeller Preserve Center porch


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Nature Explorer’s Backpack

Children discover the wonders of the natural world using the backpack’s tools. Each child receives a journal of activities to guide them as they explore the Preserve trails with their family. Recommended for children ages 6-12.

Laurance S. Rockefeller Preserve Center

Sept. 2-21 Backpacks limited. Check out for one day.

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LAURANCE S. ROCKEFELLER PRESERVE CENTERDiscoverMr.Rockefeller’svisionforthePreserve and his legacy of conservation stewardship.Learnaboutthearea’secosystem through visual, auditory andtactileexhibits.Learnabouttheinnovative design techniques and features that make the Center a model for energy and environmental design. Open daily September2-21from9amto5pm.ThePreserveadherestotheprinciplesof“LeaveNo Trace”—plan to pack out your trash. The Preserve Center sells bear spray (credit cards

only),butdoesnotissuepermits.

PRESERVE TRAILSExplorethe8-milenetworkoftrailsproviding access to extraordinary views of PhelpsLakeandtheTetonRange.Immerseyourself by opening your senses to the sights, smells, sounds and textures of the various natural communities found in the Preserve. Journey through aspen and conifer forests,wetlandsandsagebrushmeadows;alongLakeCreek,PhelpsLakeandadjacentridges. Watch for deer, elk, moose, black and grizzly bears.

Composting toilets and benches are availableatPhelpsLake.Pleaserespectthequiet,contemplativeexperienceoftheLSRPreserve.Largehikinggroupsshouldbreakinto smaller groups of no more than ten.

RANGER PROGRAMSJoin a ranger for a deeper understanding of LauranceS.Rockefeller’svisionandgift.

PARKINGTheparkinglotoftenfillsfrom10amto3pm—carpooling or biking help minimize congestion and our environmental footprint.

Experience the Laurance S. Rockefeller PreserveLocatedfourmilessouthofMooseontheMoose-WilsonRoad,thePreserveCenteroffersuniquesensoryexhibitsandtrailsleadingtoPhelpsLake,providingextraordinaryviewsoftheTetonRange.*Duetothenarrowroad,trailersandvehiclesover23.3feetareprohibitedontheMoose-WilsonRoad.


A LLANIMALSREQUIREFOOD,

WATERANDSHELTER.Each

species also has particular living space

or habitat requirements. To learn more about

wildlife habitats and behavior, attend ranger-led

activities. While observing wildlife, please park in

designated turnouts, not on the roadway.

OXBOWBEND

OnemileeastofJacksonLakeJunction.Slow-movingwater

provides habitat for fish such as suckers and trout that

become food for river otters, ospreys, bald eagles, American

whitepelicansandcommonmergansers.Lookforbeavers

and muskrats swimming past. Moose browse on abundant

willowsatthewater’sedge.Elkoccasionallygrazeinopen

aspen groves to the east, while grizzly bears occasionally

look for prey.

WILLOWFLATS

NorthoftheJacksonLakeDammoosebrowseonwillow

shrubs. At dawn and dusk, elk graze on grasses growing

among willows. Predators such as wolves and grizzly bears

pursue elk calves in early summer. Beavers create ponds by

damming streams that also harbor muskrats and waterfowl.

ELKRANCHFLATS

StopattheElkRanchturnoutonhighway26/89/191just

northofCunninghamCabin.Youmayseepronghorn,bison

or elk grazing the open grasslands that attract a variety of

animals.

SNAKERIVER

JacksonLakeDamsouthtoMoose.Elkandbisongraze

in grassy meadows along the river. Bison also eat

grasses on the sagebrush benches above the river.

Bald eagles, ospreys and great blue herons build

large stick nests within sight of the river. Beavers

and moose eat willows lining the waterway.

BLACKTAILPONDS

Half-milenorthofMooseonHighway26/89/191.Old

beaver ponds have filled with sediment and now support

grassy meadows where elk graze during the cooler parts of

theday.Severalspeciesofducksfeedinthesidechannelsof

theSnakeRiverwhilemoosebrowseonwillows.

TIMBEREDISLAND

AforestedridgesoutheastofJennyLake.Smallbandsof

pronghorn, the fastest North American land mammal, forage

onnearbysagebrushthroughouttheday.Elkleavetheshade

of Timbered Island from dusk until dawn to eat grasses

growing among the surrounding sagebrush.

ANTELOPEFLATS&MORMONROW

EastofHighway26/89/191,onemilenorthofMoose

Junction. Bison and pronghorn may be seen grazing. Watch

for coyotes, Northern harriers and American kestrels

huntingmice,Uintagroundsquirrelsandgrasshoppers.

Sagegrouse,sagethrashersand

sparrows also frequent the

area.

Alwaysmaintainadistanceofatleast100

yards from wolves and bears and 25 yards

fromallotherwildlife.Donotfeedorharass

wildlife of any kind.

• 6,500FEET The average elevation of Grand Teton

National Park’s valley floor. At high

elevation, your body loses water

twice as fast as at sea level.

• SINGLE-USEPLASTIC

BOTTLES Of the 5,000 single-use plastic bottles

entering the waste stream every day

inJacksonHole,only60percentare

recycled.Everyyear,peoplespend

over$100billiononbottledwater

world-wide.Usingrefillablebottles

will save you money.

• 100%PURE The park has retrofitted many of its drinking fountains to be quick and

easy water bottle filling stations. The water from these filling stations is tested

regularly and is some of the purest water in the country.

• CONVENIENCE Filling up your reusable water bottle is easier than purchasing a bottle of

water. Water bottle filling stations are found at many park visitor centers and

destinations.

• COMMITMENT TheNationalParkServiceanditspartnersarecommittedtopreserve

and protect Grand Teton National Park for you and for future generations.

With three million visitors every year, we need your help! By providing a wide

range of reusable water bottles for purchase—including a low-cost, BPA free,

recyclable plastic bottle with the “reduce, reuse, refill” logo—and water

bottle filling stations, we can help reduce our waste stream.

By Grand Teton National Park Green Team

WaterFillingStation

RED

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REDUCE plastic water bottle waste. REUSE your water bottles. REFILL bottles with free Grand Teton water.

Grand Teton National ParkNational Park Service U. S. Department of the Interior

Drink Water from Refilling Stations

FirehasbeenapartoftheGreaterYellowstone

Ecosystemforthousandsofyears.Itspresenceis

important for wildlife habitat, nutrient cycling, plant

diversity and overall landscape health. Burned areas

provide an opportunity for the forest to regenerate,

which is evident in the plants, trees and wildlife

present.

HOWWEMANAGEFIRES

Fire managers are guided by comprehensive plans.

Sometimescrewsmonitorfirescloselybuttake

minimal action so a fire can take its natural course. This

allows fire-adapted plants to re-sprout from roots or opens cones for seed dispersal. Fire opens areas

so native plants can re-establish. When appropriate, firefighters suppress all or portions of a fire to

reduce risk to life and property.

Occasionally firefighters apply fire to the landscape to help maintain a healthy and safe forest. These

planned ignitions create a mosaic of diverse habitats.

YOURROLEINFIREPREVENTION

Summerisfireseasoninthepark,whichmeansyoumayseesmoke.Doyourparttopreventhuman-

caused fires by following basic fire safety rules.

• Build campfires only in designated areas, closely monitor them and make sure they are properly

extinguished. Make sure fire remains are cool to the touch before leaving the campsite. Campfires

may be banned during times of high fire danger.

• Smokesafely.Grindoutsmokingmaterials,thendisposeofthemintheproperreceptacle.Whilein

vehicles, smokers should use ashtrays.

• Fireworks or other pyrotechnic devices are prohibited at all times in the park.

ReportanyfiresimmediatelybycallingTetonInteragencyFireDispatchCenterat(307)739-3630or

telling a park employee. For local fire information or seasonal fire job postings, visit: www.tetonfires.

com. Follow us on Twitter: twitter.com/GrandTetonNPS

Fire’s Role in the Park

Where to Look for Wildlife

HAVEYOUEVERTHOUGHTABOUTSPENDINGA

SUMMERWORKINGINANATIONALPARK?Summer

seasonal positions are recruited during the winter months.

A wide variety of positions provide unique challenges, and

many rewards. Imagine yourself fighting wildland fires,

maintainingbackcountrytrails,patrollingtheSnakeRiver

in a boat, providing guided ranger hikes or assisting a park

biologist with wolf research.

To view and apply for vacancies for all federal jobs visit www.

usajobs.gov.ForalistofavailablejobsintheDepartmentof

Interior,includingtheNationalParkServicegotowww.doi.

gov/public/findajob.cfm.PositionspostedforGrandTeton

National Park can be found under jobs listed in Moose or

Moran,Wyoming.Youcanalsolearnaboutvacanciesat

www.nps.gov/grte/supportyourpark/employ.htm.Forjobsin

fire management, visit www.tetonfires.com and click on the

Employmentlink.Visitwww.nps.gov/grte/supportyourpark/

upload/OF510-fedres.pdftolearnhowtoapplyforfederal

jobs.

Working in the Park


Park Partners

Grand Teton Association

P.O.Box170

Moose,WY83012

(307)739-3403

www.grandtetonpark.org

Grand Teton National

Park Foundation

P.O.Box249

Moose,WY83012

(307)732-0629

www.gtnpf.org

Grand Teton National Park works closely with a variety of partnership organizations who help support important projects,

programs and visitor services, benefiting visitors and the park.

Teton Science Schools

700CoyoteRoad

Jackson,WY83001

(307)733-1313

www.tetonscience.org

We invite you to become a member entitled to a 15%discountonpurchasesatallGTA visitor center outlets, as well as on catalog and website orders. Many cooperating association stores nationwide offer reciprocal discounts.

$35 Individual Annual Member with discount privileges and a unique member gift $50 Family Annual Member with discount privileges and a choice of member gifts Additional annual memberships: $100 Supporting Member, $250 Sustaining Member, $500 Gold Member with discount privileges and additional gifts $1000 Platinum Member, a three-year membership includes an Interagency Annual Pass (see page 2)

Name:Address:City: State/Zip Code:Date of Application: Phone: Paid by Cash Check Credit CardCard Number Exp. Date

GrandTetonAssociation•P.O.Box170•Moose,WY83012(307)739-3403•www.grandtetonpark.org

A Grand Partnership

Donor gifts offer a helping hand to one of

America’s favorite outdoor destinations. When you

support trail renewal, wildlife, and outdoor education for youth,

Grand Teton National Park can deliver unforgettable

experiences to visitors and strengthen resources

for the future.

www.gtnpf.org

MILLIONSOFPEOPLEfromaroundtheworldvisitGrand Teton National Park each year to experience its stunning scenery, incredible hiking, unsurpassed geology andabundantwildlife.SeventypercentofvisitorsstopatJennyLake,makingitthepark’smostpopulardestination.

Unfortunately,highvisitationhasledtodegradationoftheJennyLakearea.Trails,bridgesandfacilitiesareinpoorcondition. Hikers have denuded areas resulting in erosion that threatens fragile habitats. Past efforts addressed some needs, but much can be done to improve the visitor experience. More than ever, national parks must model how best to care for and preserve our natural treasures.

To address these needs, Grand Teton National Park and Grand Teton National Park Foundation initiated Inspiring Journeys:ACampaignforJennyLake.Thepurposeofthis campaign is to create a cohesive, durable, timeless, and beautifully constructed complex of trails, bridges andfacilitiesaroundJennyLake.Thequality,scaleandcharacter of the project will complement this historic and spectacular area, elevate visitor experiences and protect fragile resources. Inspiring Journeys will transform the builtenvironmentatJennyLakeaddressingandrepairingnatural resource damage.

TheFoundation’s$13millioncampaign,alongwith

Jenny Lake Renewal Project

$3millioninpark-funds,willallowforfar-reachingimprovementsatJennyLake.Fund-raisingistargetedforcompletionbyAugust25,2016,the100thanniversaryoftheNationalParkService.AsofMay2014,theFoundationhasraised$7.5milliontowardthegoal.

Inspiring Journeys aims to reverse years of accumulated trail damage, providing a safer and more inspiring experience for hikers of all abilities and a more meaningful wilderness experience for generations of park visitors. By encouraging one-way hiking on a series of loop trails, visitors will perceive a decrease in crowds. The project will also undertake much needed improvements in and around theexistingJennyLakeVisitorCenter.

This multi-year project will create inconveniences for visitors, so be prepared for reroutes and closures during yourvisitthisyeartotheJennyLakeArea.Restassuredthat this temporary inconvenience is necessary for the long-term to create a safe, environmentally sensitive and enhanced visitor experience. Trail closure and reroute information will be posted at affected trailheads. Maps of reroutesarealsoavailableattheJennyLakeVisitorCenter.

For more information on Inspiring Journeys: A Campaign forJennyLake,pleasevisitwww.gtnpf.org.

Current Trail Erosion

Artist’s Concept of view point at South Jenny Lake

The official nonprofit fundraising partner of

Grand Teton National Park

Saturday, Sept. 13

Artists in the Environment

Join the Grand Teton Association and a variety

of professionals as they capture the essence

of Grand Teton National Park.

• Artist: Joe Arnold, 9-11 am at the

Cathedral Group Turnout.

• Writer: Mary Beth Baptiste, 9 am-12 pm

at the Craig Thomas Discovery & Visitor

Center flagpole

• Photographer: Henry Holdsworth, 7-10

am at the Moulton Barn

GRANDTETONASSOCIATION

TheGrandTetonAssociationwasestablishedin1937asthepark’sprimary

partner to increase public understanding, appreciation, and enjoyment of

GrandTetonNationalParkandtheGreaterYellowstonearea.Theassociation

has long been an important bridge between visitors and the environment.

When you make a purchase at an association bookstore, you help support the educational, interpretive and scientific programs in the park

includingthewinterSnowDesk,theNPSAcademy,theBoydEvisonGraduateResearchScholarshipandmanyotherprograms.Your

purchase also supports the publication of this newspaper, books and educational handouts.

The Murie Center

P.O.Box399

Moose,WY83012

(307)739-2246

www.muriecenter.org

University of Wyoming/

AMK Research Station

Department3166

1000E.UniversityAve.

Laramie,WY82071

www.uwyo.edu


ServicesandFacilities Dates subject to change at any time.

TYPE

Moose Lodging Food Service

Store/Gift shops Service Station Other

South Jenny Lake Lodging Store/Gift shops Boat Tours

North Jenny Lake Lodging Food Service Store/Gift Shops Signal Mountain Lodging Food Service Store/Gift Shops

Convenience Store Marina

Jackson Lake Lodge Lodging Food Service

Store/Gift Shops Service Station Horseback Riding

Triangle X Lodging

Colter Bay Lodging

Food Service

Store/Gift Shops

Convenience Store Horseback Riding Marina Showers Launderette

Leeks Marina Food Service Marina Flagg Ranch Lodging Food/Store/Shop Convenience Store Campground Horseback Riding Other Services Education Programs/Events Mountaineering Floating/Fishing

Medical Services

Worship Services

LOCATION

Dornans Spur RanchDornans Chuck Wagon Dornans Pizza and Pasta Co.Dornans Trading PostDornans Wine ShoppeDornans Gift ShopMoosely Mountaineering Dornans Snake River AnglersAdventure SportsBarker Ewing Float Trips

AAC Climber’s RanchGeneral Store Jenny Lake Boating

Jenny Lake LodgeLodge Dining Room

Jenny Lake Lodge

Signal Mountain LodgePeaks Dining RoomTrapper GrillNeedles Gift StoreTimbers Gift StoreSignal Service StationSignal Marina

Jackson Lake LodgeMural Room

Pioneer GrillBlue Heron LoungeJackson Lake Lodge

Jackson Lake Lodge Corral

Triangle X Ranch

Colter Bay CabinsTent VillageRanch HouseCafe CourtGeneral StoreMarina StoreHighway StationColter Bay CorralColter BayColter Bay Colter Bay

Leeks PizzeriaLeeks Marina

Headwaters Lodge & CabinsHeadwaters LodgeHeadwaters Lodge Headwaters Campground & RVHeadwaters Corral

Teton Science SchoolsThe Murie CenterExum Mountain GuidesJackson Hole Mountain GuidesBarker-Ewing Float TripsFlagg Ranch CompanyGrand Fishing AdventuresGrand Teton Fly FishingGrand Teton Lodge CompanyHeart 6 Guest RanchLost Creek RanchNational Park Float TripsOARSSignal Mountain LodgeSnake River AnglersSolitude Float TripsTriangle X Ranch

Medical emergenciesSt. Johns Medical CenterGrand Teton Medical Clinic

Interdenominational

EpiscopalJesus Christ of the Latter Day SaintsRoman Catholic

DATES

Year-roundJune 14-Sept. 21Year-roundYear-roundYear-roundYear-round mid-May-Sept. Year-round May-Oct.May-Sept.mid-May-Sept.

June 7-Sept. 12May 9-Sept. 15May 15-Sept. 28

June 1-Oct. 5June 1-Oct. 5

June 1-Oct. 5

May 9-Oct. 19May 9-Oct. 5May 9-Oct. 19May 10-Oct. 19May 10-Oct. 19May 3-Oct. 19May 17-Sept. 14

May 19-Oct. 5May 19-Oct. 5

May 19-Oct. 5May 19-Oct. 4May 19-Oct. 5May 19-Oct. 5May 25-Sept. 28

mid-May-mid-Oct.Dec. 26-mid-Mar.

May 22-Sept. 28May 30-Sept. 1May 22-Sept. 28May 30- Sept. 1May 22-Sept. 28May 22-Sept. 21April 19-Oct. 12June 7-Sept. 8May 23-Sept. 21May 22-Sept. 21May 22-Sept. 21

May 23-Sept. 7May 17-Sept. 14

June 1-Sept. 30June 1-Sept. 30May 16-Oct. 12June 1-Sept. 30June 1-Aug. 31

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Year-roundYear-roundMay 19-Oct. 4

June 1-Aug. 24June 1-Aug. 24May 18-Sept. 7May 25-Sept. 21May 25-Sept. 7June 1-Aug. 24May 25-Sept. 28May 25-Sept. 7

June 8-Sept. 14

PHONE

(307) 733-2522(307) 733-2415 x203(307) 733-2415 x204 (307) 733-2415 x201(307) 733-2415 x202 (307) 733-2415 x301 (307) 739-1801 (307) 733-3699(307) 733-2415 x302(307) 733-1800

(307) 733-7271

(307) 734-9227

(307) 733-4647 or(800) 628-9988www.gtlc.com

(307) 543-2831 or(800) 672-6012signalmountainlodge.com

(307) 543-3100 or (800) 628-9988www.gtlc.com

(307) 733-2183trianglex.com

(307) 543-3100 or (800) 628-9988www.gtlc.com

(307) 543-2494(307) 543-2546

(307) 543-2861 or (800) 443-2311gtlc.com/headwaters-lodge.aspx

(307) 733-4765(307) 739-2246(307) 733-2297(307) 733-4979 (307) 733-1800(800) 443-2311(307) 734-9684(307) 690-0910(307) 543-2811(888) 543-2477(307) 733-3435(307) 733-5500(800) 346-6277(307) 543-2831(307) 733-3699(307) 733-2871(307) 733-2183

911(307) 733-3636(307) 543-2514

(307) 543-3011

(307) 733-2603 x102(307) 543-2811

(307) 733-2516

DESCRIPTION

Cabins with kitchens. dornans.comWestern fare. Breakfast 7-11 am, lunch 12-3 pm, dinner (Sun.-Wed.) 5-9 pmOpen: 11:30 am; Closes: May 5 or 7 pm, June-Sept. 9:30 pmGroceries. Deli open June-Sept. May 10 am-6 pm June-Sept. 10 am-10 pmMay & Sept. 8 am-6 pm; June-Aug. 8 am-8 pmMountaineering, climbing, camping equipment. Peak season open daily 9 am-8 pm Automotive fuel (no diesel). Pay at pump, 24-hour with credit card. Spin and fly fishing, float trips, Wyoming fishing licenses.Bike, stand-up paddle boards, kayak, and canoe rentals and sales. 8 am-8 pmFloat trips on the Snake River. 8 am-6 pm. Hours vary during shoulder season.

Rustic accommodations, 3 miles south of Jenny Lake. https://americanalpineclub.orgCamping and hiking supplies, groceries, film, and gifts. www.gtlc.comShuttle & tours across Jenny Lake. Canoe & kayak rentals. www.jennylakeboating.com

Modified American Plan. Cabins.Breakfast 7:30-9 am. Lunch 12-1:30 pm. Dinner 6-8:45 pm.Reservations required for all meals. Jackets recommended for dinner.Gifts, books and apparel.

Lakefront suites, motel units, and log cabins.Dinner 5:30-10 pm. Closes at 9 pm Sept. 22-Oct. 5.Breakfast 7-11 am. Lunch/dinner 11 am-10 pm. Closes at 9 pm Sept. 22-Oct.198 am-10 pm. Closes at 9 pm during shoulder seasons.8 am-10 pm. Closes at 9 pm during shoulder seasons.7 am-10:30 pm. Gas, drinks, snacks, supplies. Hours vary during shoulder seasons.Rentals, guest buoys, lake fishing trips, gas and courtesy docks.

Large lodge with views across Willow Flats and Jackson Lake.Breakfast 7-9:30 am. Lunch 11:30 am-1:30 pm. Dinner 5:30-9 pm.Dinner reservations recommended.6 am-10:30 pm11 am-midnight.Sundries, magazines, books, gifts, souvenirs and apparel.Gas and diesel.Trail rides.

Full service guest ranch. Horseback riding, winter activities.

Shared-bathroom, one-room and two-room cabins available.Enclosed log/canvas deluxe tents with bunks and wood-burning stoveBreakfast 6:30-10:30 am. Lunch 11:30 am-1:30 pm. Dinner 5:30-9 pm.Open 11 am-10 pm.ATM groceries, gifts, and firewood.Fishing tackle,film, outdoor apparel, beverages, and snacks.Gas, diesel, beverages, snacks, souvenirs and firewood.Breakfast and dinner rides, wagon seats available. Trail rides.Scenic cruises. Boat rentals. Guided fishing. Gas. Water dependent.Pay showers.Laundry services.

Pizza and sandwiches. Open 11 am-10 pm. signalmountainlodge.comDependent on water levels.

Log style units. Home-style menu. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner.Gas, diesel, beverages, snacks, and souvenirs, and firewood.Essentials for camping and fishing. Camper cabins available.One hour, two hour, 1/2 day and full day trail rides.

Field natural history seminars. www.tetonscience.orgConservation programs and events, guided tours. www.muriecenter.orgMountaineering and climbing instruction. AMGA accredited. exumguides.comMountaineering and climbing instruction. AMGA accredited. www.jhmg.comFloat trips and combination trips with Wildlife Expeditions. https://www.barkerewing.comFloat trips and fishing trips. www.gtlc.com/headwaters-lodge.aspxGuided fishing trips (Moose to Wilson). www.grandfishing.comGuided fishing trips. www.grandtetonflyfishing.comFloat trips and fishing trips: Jackson Lake and Snake River. www.gtlc.comFloat trips. heartsix.comFloat trips and fishing trips. lostcreek.comFloat trips and fishing trips. nationalparkfloattrips.comFloat trips and kayaking on Jackson Lake. Multi-day trips. www.oars.comFloat trips and fishing trips: Jackson Lake and Snake River. signalmountainlodge.comFloat trips and fishing trips. www.snakeriverangler.comFloat trips (private trips available). www.grand-teton-scenic-floats.comFloat trips and fishing trips. trianglex.com

Located in Jackson. www.tetonhospital.orgLocated at Jackson Lake Lodge. Open 9 am-5 pm. grandtetonmedicalclinic.com

Gros Ventre Campground Amphitheater, Sundays 9:30 am.Jenny Lake Amphitheater, Sundays 8 am.Signal Mountain Campground Amphitheater, Sundays 8 am, 10 am, 7:30 pm.Jackson Lake Lodge, Sundays 8 am, 10 am, 7:30 pm.Colter Bay Village Amphitheater, Sundays 8 am, 10 am, 5:30 pm. Flagg Ranch Campfire Circle, Sundays 8 am, 10 am.Chapel of the Transfiguration, Sundays. Services 8 am and 10 am. stjohnsjackson.diowy.orgJackson Lake Lodge, Sundays. Sacrament 5:45 pm. Sunday school and Priesthood/Relief Society based on attendance. www.mormon.org/meetinghouseChapel of the Sacred Heart, Sunday mass, 5 pm. www.olmcatholic.org


Yellowstone National Park

CONTACT INFORMATION

ROAD CONSTRUCTION DELAYS

Call the 24-hour Current Road Report hotline

at (307) 344-2117 for the latest information on

conditions affecting roads within the park.

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The Teton Range

VISITOR CENTERS 2014

Albright Visitor Center, Mammoth Hot Springs

Open Year-round

Old Faithful Visitor Education Center April 26 - Nov. 2

Canyon Visitor Education Center April 18 - Oct. 13

Fishing Bridge Museum and Visitor Center

May 24 - Sept. 30

Grant Visitor Center May 24 - Sept. 30

West Thumb Information Station May 24 - Sept. 30

Museum of the National Park Ranger May 24 - Sept. 29

Norris Information Station May 24 - Sept. 30

West Yellowstone Visitor Information Center (NPS staffing limited in winter)

Open Year-round

Madison Information Station May 24 - Sept. 30

NPS CAMPGROUNDS First-come, First-served

2014

Indian Creek June 13 – Sept. 8

Lewis Lake June 15 – Nov. 2

Mammoth Year-round

Norris May 16 – Sept. 29

Pebble Creek June 15 – Sept. 29

Slough Creek June 15 – Oct. 7

Tower Fall May 23 – Sept. 29

XANTERRA CAMPGROUNDSReservations – (866) 439-7375

2014

Bridge Bay May 23 – Sept. 1

Canyon May 30 – Sept. 14

Fishing Bridge RV May 9 – Sept. 21

Grant Village June 21 – Sept. 21

Madison May 2 – Oct. 19

Campground & LodgeFill Times

(307) 344-2114

ROAD CLOSING 2014

Please check at an entrance station or visitor center for road construction and road closure information.

West Yellowstone and Mammoth Hot Springs to Old Faithful, Norris to Canyon

November 3

Canyon to Lake,Lake to East Entrance

November 3

South Entrance to LakeWest Thumb to Old Faithful (Craig Pass)

November 3

Tower Fall to Canyon (Dunraven Pass)Beartooth Highway

October 14

CONTACT INFORMATION

Visitor Information (307) 344-7381

Yellowstone National Park Lodges www.YellowstoneNationalPark-Lodges.com

(307) 344-7311or (866) 439-7375

Yellowstone National Park website www.nps.gov/yell

CRAIG PASSCLOSED

ROAD CLOSED9/14, 11 pm to9/30, 7 am


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Moran EntranceStation

Granite CanyonEntrance Station

Moose Entrance Station

Laurance S.RockefellerPreserve

Jackson HoleAirport

Menors Ferry

Jenny Lake Lodge

Signal Mountain Lodge

TetonScienceSchools

Lizard Creek

Colter Bay Village

Jackson LakeLodge

CunninghamCabin

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Headwaters Lodge &Cabins at Flagg Ranch

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Distances are shownbetween markers.

Do not use this map for backcountry hiking.Buy USGS topographic maps at visitor centers.

Marina

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15-minute delays

30-minute delays

Closed for duration

Antelope Flats Road toCunningham CabinJune – September

Blacktail Ponds OverlookMay – October

Teton Point TurnoutMay – September

Moose Junction toAntelope Flats RoadSeptember - November

Grand Teton National Park Map

CONSTRUCTION DELAYSCall the road information

hotline for the most up-to-date

information: (307) 739-3614.

For Wyoming road information

call 1 (888) WYO-ROAD or 511.

SAVE A LIFE45 AT NIGHT

NIGHTTIMESPEEDLIMITSAVESLIVES!ThenighttimespeedlimitonUSHighway26/89/191is45mphfromthepark’ssouthboundary to the boundary east of Moran Junction.Nighttimebegins30minutesaftersunsetandlastsuntil30minutesbeforesunrise.AreasaroundGrosVentreJunctionandMoranJunctionwillremain45mphatalltimes.

In2010morethan150animalswerekilledonparkroads.Duringthepastthreeyears,64percent of wildlife fatalities occurred on this section of highway. Throughout the park, 55 percent of fatalities occurred at night. In order to protect the public and to preserve wildlife populations, park officials reduced night time speed limits to give drivers and animals more reaction time. The reduced speed adds six minutes of drive time along the highway.

Please obey the night time speed limit to help us improve safety and protect wildlife.

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