These were taken during a 1:30 hike around String Lake, just north of the more famous Jenny Lake.
I've been to the Tetons numerous times and for me, it remains one of the most beautiful places in the USA no matter how often I see them.
If you take the hike, do it in the early morning and walk the String Lake Trail counter-clockwise for the best views.
We hiked up there a few weeks ago...I got dizzy from constantly turning around looking at the mountains.
Too bad we missed you, Kyle. Think we missed by a week.
GRAND TETON 8K is the culmination of nearly a month spent filming in the spectacular Jackson Hole Valley and the foothills of the Teton Mountain Range. Encompassing nearly 500 square miles, Grand Teton National Park boasts an awe-inspiring array of pristine wilderness, glacial lakes, winding rivers, diverse wildlife, and the magnificent Teton Range. Journey with More Than Just Parks as we explore a land dominated by towering peaks, apex predators, and majestic beauty. This is Grand Teton. Filmed primarily in 8K.
To see more National Park films or learn more about More Than Just Parks, visit our website: morethanjustparks.com
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The Pioneer Photographer by William H.Jackson (in collaboration with Howard R. Driggs). Born in 1843,he died in 1042-- he lived and saw the Civil War and the discovery and exploration of the west. Not only that, he lived through the development of photography from derraugatypes to the modern film used by Kodaks.
The book is part of the Pioneer Life Series and has numerous photos taken by him of the Tetons and Yellowstone.
Considering that the Park Service is celebrating 100 years, this book is fascinating as it presents a picture of the exploration, people and history through the eyes of someone who lived during that period and put this memoir out in our relative modern times.
Jackson Peak is one of the great mountains on the East side of Jackson Hole. Unlike the valley of Jackson Hole, named after the trapper and settler 'Davey Jackson', Jackson Peak is named after the famous photographer, William Henry Jackson.
Note: Jason has a number of great photos of wildlife and the area on the JHWS Facebook page.
Update: about halfway through the book I mentioned above...one of the best books I have read in a long time. Descriptive history by a man who lived it.
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Blaze jumps Jackson Lake after creeping for weeks; fight for now is being confined to an aerial attack.
From the lengthy article:
"...The wildfire that has cut off Jackson Hole’s direct route to Yellowstone National Park stewed for weeks in the wilderness on the west shore of Jackson Lake before being blown into a fury early this week..."
"...In addition to the highway granting access to Yellowstone’s South Gate, Lizard Creek and Sheffield campgrounds and Grassy Lake Road at the park-forest boundary are all closed..."
"...Because the fire burned trees directly abutting both sides of the highway, Steffens said it’s tough to say when the route to Yellowstone will reopen.
“It’s a very high priority of fire management team and park and forest,” Steffens said, “but at this time it’s going to take work to make it safe, and I can’t predict when that work will be complete.”
Earlier this summer, when the Cliff Creek Fire shut down one of Jackson Hole’s five main entrances, the thriving tourism economy appeared no worse for it. Record numbers of people have ventured to the valley this summer, judging by National Park Service visitation statistics.
Jackson Hole Chamber of Commerce President Jeff Golightly said his office has been fielding “lots of calls” from visitors concerned about the closure.
“While the South Gate is closed,” Golightly said, “there’s still lots to do in Jackson, and the vast majority of Grand Teton National Park is very open and accessible, as is the national forest.
“It is far less than ideal to have a road closure,” he said, “but we’re really focused on getting the word out that the closure doesn’t need to be a reason to cancel your trip..."
"...Another 870-acre wildfire started atop Pine Creek Pass has Teton Valley officials closely monitoring growth and fearful that power lines could burn. Highway 31 may close if the fire shifts toward it, according to a press release..."
Link is to the electronic version of the Jackson Hole News and Guide...great resource for those planning on trips to the area.
This Sunday, Aug. 21, 2016, photo shows dead whitefish floating in the Yellowstone River near Emigrant, Mont. Photo: Matthew Brown, AP
A 183-mile stretch of the Yellowstone River has been closed indefinitely after a lethal parasite killed thousands of fish this month, Montana officials announced.
The closure prohibits any fishing, swimming, floating or boating – a blow for tourists and recreational visitors who flock to the region in the summer months.
Gov. Steve Bullock noted the importance of the Yellowstone River, contending that a threat to the fish populations could also threaten Montana’s outdoor recreation economy, which is responsible for more than 64,000 jobs and nearly $6 billion in yearly economic activity.
"We must be guided by science. Our state cannot afford this infectious disease to spread to other streams and rivers,” Bullock said in a statement.
Officials first observed the mass die-off of Mountain Whitefish on Aug. 12 and sent samples of the dead animals to the U.S. and Wildlife Service Fish Health Center in Bozeman, MT. The results showed the cause of death was Proliferative Kidney Disease – one of the most serious diseases to impact whitefish and trout. It is characterized by a swollen kidney and spleen, bloody ascites and pale gills.
“In trout, research has shown this disease to have the potential to cause 20 to 100 percent mortality,” the Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks Dept. reported. The disease is spread through a microscopic parasite, Tetracapsuloides bryosalmonae. The disease has been seen in Canada, the U.S. and Europe, but only two previous isolated cases have occurred in Montana in the last 20 years, according to the FWP.
Officials documented more than 2,000 dead Mountain Whitefish along stretches of the Yellowstone, but the total impact may be in the tens of thousands. The FWP has also received reports of dead Rainbow and Yellowstone Cutthroat Trout.
The effect of the disease intensified as a result of other stressors, like near-record low flows, consistently high temperatures and the disturbance of summer recreational activities.
And although the parasite isn’t a health risk to humans, we could help spread it to various water sources.
Officials hope the closure will limit the spread of the parasite to nearby rivers, and minimize further deaths of fish species – which they referred to as “unprecedented.”
The river will not be re-opened until stream conditions such as flow and temperature improve, and fish mortality ceases.
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Due to warmer and drier weather, the Berry Fire has been much more active today. Much of the growth is occurring on the northeast corner of the fire in the Teton Wilderness, and the southwest portion of the fire along Jackson Lake. Western Wyoming is experiencing historical lows for fuel moisture. Currently, no significant moisture is in the extended forecast. The Berry Fire will continue to burn in the coming weeks, accomplishing the goal of rejuvenating the ecosystem through the natural process of wildland fire.
At this time, fire managers still anticipate being able to reopen Highway 89/191/287 tomorrow, Tuesday, August 30. This is subject to change dependent on weather and fire conditions. Until then the highway does remain closed for safety between the South Gate of Yellowstone National Park and Leeks Marina.
My granddaughter Mallory (Carrie's eldest)(9yr)had her photograph of the Prismatic Spring in Yellowstone selected by National Geographic Kids to hang in the home of VP Biden and his wife. Mal could not be more excited.
Artistic blood runs deep...and her grandfather struggles to draw straight lines with a ruler.
But BIDEN???? lol!
I'm guessing it is the VP's residence where it being shown. Hopefully, Pence will be enjoying my granddaughter's photo.
BTW...think she took that with her tablet when we were out there.
the cameras in portable devices are getting better & better, good work jack, despite your straight line handicap!
I have trouble even drawing stick men. lol
Funny you should mention that.
I'm going back to DC to meet with some more Senators/Congressmen next week, then attend the Congressional Sportsmen's Foundation banquet Wednesday evening.
At this point I don't know yet who we'll be meeting with, but if Harry's on the agenda, that would be a hoot. Hopefully I won't get arrested! LOL
Pic is a painting done when Mal was about 6 or so. She's got a lot of talent and color sense. Her little sister, Elle, seems to have the genes, too.
What a place to grow up...all the mountain and wildlife beauty and exposure to some of the nation's top artists. Both girls have become excellent wildlife spotters riding around with Carrie and Jason.
In sincerity, I do hope josh's family have a wonderful trip and get to see a lot of wildlife. I can't wait to get back.
BTW: Kyle...Smith got a buff tag!
That will feed the family for a few years!
I want to thank you for the great info you sent me about Jackson Hole and the fine arts to be found. An absolute Mecca of culture. I'm really enjoying the paper also.
Oh, and the Tee-shirts..awesome. Have to go to Louisville tomorrow..wonder how many people I can piss off in Liberalville! Love it.
Thanks again for being so kind as to send this welcomed care package!
The gales of wind blowing through Jackson Hole this afternoon pushed the Berry Fire past containment lines and toward Flagg Ranch, prompting a closure of the highway and evacuations of developed areas.
Relatively dormant for weeks, the 23-square-mile wildfire grew lively enough by late Sunday that it triggered an emergency order for total evacuations of Flagg Ranch, the Sheffield Campground and Yellowstone National Park’s South Gate, fire information officer Jake Brollier said.
“The last I checked it was like a mile, mile and a half from Flagg Ranch and it was spotting,” Brollier said midafternoon Sunday. “The main thing we want to do is have accountability for everybody out there.”
Due to smoke, Highway 89 leading between Grand Teton and Yellowstone national parks is closed from near the Lizard Creek Campground to Lewis Lake. The road’s reopening is not scheduled and is weather dependent, Brollier said.
“It won’t be opening any time soon this evening,” he said.
On Aug. 22, explosive growth on the Berry Fire pushed the blaze across the northern tip of Jackson Lake and in short order it blew across the highway. The highway reopened Aug. 30, Grassy Lake Road opened Wednesday and all evacuations had been lifted, as growth had been incremental and primarily in remote areas managed to let wildfire burn. A “Type 2” fire management team was downgraded to a “Type 3” team, and most resources were pulled off to combat more pressing wildfires elsewhere in the West.
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BTW:This weekend was the Fall Arts Festival in Jackson...lots of neat activities...and free food/spirits.