There was no formal graduation ceremony this spring as Grizzly bear 399’s offspring advanced from being cubs to independent adult bears. According to Grand Teton National Park, 399 has successfully weaned her four offspring, which is normal for female grizzly bears with two-year-old cubs. These young bears will eventually disperse to establish individual home ranges. Residents … [Read more...] about Bears break up
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Famous grizzlies spotted heading south into Jackson Hole
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service has been tracking grizzly bear #399 and her offspring as they have left Grand Teton National Park and are now in areas of other jurisdictions, including private lands. Residents along Teton Village Road have reported seeing the five bears moving through that area. One area resident reported seeing them cross the Snake River Saturday and … [Read more...] about Famous grizzlies spotted heading south into Jackson Hole
Masks still required on Jackson Hole public transit
The Transportation Security Administration has announced that the face mask requirement for individuals travelling on all transportation networks, including on commuter buses, has been extended through May 3rd. That means, face coverings are required on all START Buses. This mandate was issued per President Joe Biden’s Executive Order 13998 and the Transportation Security … [Read more...] about Masks still required on Jackson Hole public transit
Sage grouse tours offered in Grand Teton National Park
That unique sound of the sage grouse during their spring mating season is being heard in Jackson Hole. During this time, males use their tail feathers and expandable air sacs under their throats to compete with other males for optimum position on the lek and the attention of females. In Grand Teton National Park, the public is invited to join park rangers on early-morning … [Read more...] about Sage grouse tours offered in Grand Teton National Park
Agencies want to reduce Grizzly encounters
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Wyoming Game and Fish Department, Grand Teton National Park, and Bridger-Teton National Forest together are seeking to mitigate conflicts in bear country, but success, they point out, can only be achieved with the support of local communities. Of particular interest, Grizzly bear 399 will soon emerge from her den with four offspring, who are … [Read more...] about Agencies want to reduce Grizzly encounters
