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Teton County Fair 2016

Posted on: July 31st, 2016 by thcAdmin No Comments

July 22-31, 2016

The Teton County Fair signals the heart of Summer in Jackson Hole. The fair grounds will be humming with activity all week long making this possibly the most entertaining time to visit in Summer. Visitors to area will find all the usual fair delights; rides, 4-H displays, livestock, petting zoo, nightly entertainment. The nightly events including the rodeo, live music, pig wrestling, figure 8 races and more. Parking at the fairgrounds is $10.

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There is a food court located inside the main fair grounds with all of your usual delights. I recommend not missing out on some local fixin’s over by the events tent. Located on Snow King Ave., the tent hosts talent shows etc. throughout the day, which provides some entertainment while dining. You will find a large grassy area with some picnic tables located near the “Big Top” events tent.

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My favorite is the philly cheese steaks or cheeseburgers at the Rocky Mountain Ministries food booth.

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A collection of rides and games can be found around the fair’s “midway” that are sure to thrill children and adults.

Figure 8 Races seem to be a big hit with locals and visitors. In years past the Demolition Derby was the Sunday night featured event. Soon after the introduction of of the Figure 8’s, it replaced the Derby.

This event combines the smash and crash of a derby with a little finese. Cars race around a figure 8 track where “rubbin’s racin’!” A fireworks display concludes the fair on Sunday evening. Come on out and enjoy our fair!

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 Major Attractions Schedule

Frazier Carnival Rides….Wednesday, July 27th to Friday, July 29th(5pm to midnight)…….Saturday, July 30th & Sunday, July 31st(2pm to midnight)

FREE CONCERT July 27th:
Chancey Williams & The Younger Brothers Band with Reckless Kelly

Pig Wrestling………..Thursday, July 28th(gates open 6pm, wrestlin’ @ 7pm)

Lions Club Breakfast…….Friday, Saturday & Sunday: July 29, 30 & 31(7am to 11am)

CBR Professional Bull Riding…..Friday, July 29th(gates open 6pm, bull riding @ 7pm)

Rodeo………..Friday, July 30th(gates open 7pm, rodeo @ 8pm)

Figure “8” Races…………Sunday, July 31st(gates open 6pm, racin’ @ 7pm)

The schedule for daytime activities and events can be found here.

See you there!

Grand Teton & Yellowstone Open

Posted on: May 10th, 2016 by thcAdmin No Comments

Spring is an adventurous time of year to visit the area. Weather can be unpredictable, but wildlife is on the move! The snowpack provides a beautiful contrast between the valley floor and the high peaks of the surrounding mountains. This year is the centennial for the National Parks System, come out, celebrate and enjoy these national treasures. Exploring Grand Teton and Yellowstone during the Spring months is a great time to be here. Before the Summer crowds hit, there are great dining deals to be had around Jackson. Wildlife viewing can be a much more natural experience than at busier times of year.

Yellowstone is currently open from Mammoth to Old Faithful; Madison to West Entrance; Norris to Canyon. The South Entrance is currently scheduled to open on May 13, 2016. The South entrance to Yellowstone National Park, which is the nearest to Jackson Hole, will soon be ready to accept visitors.  

Grand Teton National Park is currently open from Moran to the South Entrance of Yellowstone; Moose to Taggart Lake Parking Area. The park’s interior roads are scheduled to open on May 1, 2016.

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Most animals in the area will follow the receding snow  line into the high country surrounding the valley. Elk in particular migrate in large number in and out of Yellowstone, wintering in and around the National Elk Refuge. You may see large numbers of animals still on the refuge or just a few stragglers, depending upon the snow depths and migration patterns.

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