JH Nordic to Host Free Ski, Bike, Snowshoe Day
Jackson Hole Nordic Alliance is the go-to source for all things winter recreation-wise and its annual event allows visitors to get a taste of its amazing-ness!
The 10th Annual JH Nordic Free Ski, Fat Bike and Snowshoe Day will occur on Sunday, January 11, (2026) at Turpin Meadow Ranch in Moran (WY) from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. This free, fun community day held within the Bridger-Teton National Forest will feature numerous activities while enjoying our area’s winter trails. For visitors to Jackson Hole, this event is the ideal way to be introduced to all things Nordic out here in the Tetons and spend a day frolicking and adventuring in the snow off the slopes.
The following will be available on the day:
• Beginner classic lessons with free rentals
• Intermediate skate and classic clinics; you must bring your own gear, times and sign up announced soon
• 90-minute guided adventure tour on light touring gear (provided or bring your own); times and sign-up announced soon.
• Classic and skate ski demos offered all day long, 60-minute sessions
• Snowshoe tours, free rentals and relay.
• Fat bike demos: all day long, 60-minute sessions.
• Kids Corral for children ages 2 to 5 years old
• Family-friendly fun
• Bridger-Teton National Forest wildlife and wilderness information
• Lunch, snacks, hot and cold drinks
JH Nordic Alliance is a nonprofit and a raffle will be held to benefit the organization. Other local nonprofits will also be on hand, such as Teton Adaptive Sports, Friends of Bridger-Teton, PAWS, Jackson Hole Wildlife Foundation, Teton Science School Wildlife Expeditions, Teton County Parks & Recreation, Jackson Hole Ski & Snowboard Club Masters, Teton County Weed & Pest, and more.
If you’ve traveled with your gear, please bring it, of course. If you haven’t, fear not! The following stores offer Nordic ski, snowshoe and fat bike rentals: JD High Country Outfitters, Skinny Skis, Teton Mountaineering, Teton Pines Nordic Center, REI Co-Op, Dornan’s Trading Post, JH Sports and Teton Backcountry Rentals. And the Turpin Meadow Ranch itself accommodates those who need to rent equipment.
Carpooling to the event is encouraged. Teton Science Schools will also provide two vans, seating 10 people each. Nordic skis/poles are welcome, however, fat bikes and dogs are not; sorry! The vans will leave the Home Ranch off Town Square at 9 a.m. and leave Turpin Meadows at 2 and 2:30 p.m. To reserve your spot, email hello@jhnordic.com and note “Annual Event Shuttle” in the subject line.
This special day is hands-down one you should put into your vacation itinerary. Whether you can attend or not, you should learn more information about the Jackson Hole Nordic Alliance at jhnordic.com.
The Jackson Hole Nordic Alliance informs, educates, inspires access to Jackson Hole/Teton Valley’s extensive Nordic and winter trails enthusiasts, community and visitors to enjoy our Nordic and winter trails responsibly. Video by: @tower3prod
