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Jackson Hole Mountain Resort, WY, Closes Backcountry Gates Due to Shallow Snowpack

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Jackson Hole Mountain Resort, WY, made the decision to temporarily close the resort’s backcountry gates on Friday, due to the shallow snowpack below 8,000-feet. The lack of snow lower down makes rescues extremely difficult, should they be required.  With safety as their first priority, the gates will remain closed until conditions improve. Although rare, it’s not the first time the resort […]

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SnowBrains | December 20, 2021
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Extreme Avalanche Risk Keeps Backcountry Gates at Jackson Hole, WY Remain CLOSED for a Record THIRD Day in a Row

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After review of the winter storm situation, a collaborative decision has yet again been made to keep the backcountry gates at Jackson Hole Mountain Resort (JHMR) closed for one more day. Jackson Hole Mountain Resort (JHMR), Grand Teton National Park (GTNP), Bridger Teton National Forest (BTNF) and Teton County Search and Rescue (TCSAR) have determined that the backcountry gates will […]

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SnowBrains | February 28, 2019
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