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Centennial edition of the Visitor Guide for Grand Teton National Park (NP) in Wyoming. Published by the National Park Service (NPS).
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Grand Teton Guide
The official newspaper of
Grand Teton National Park
& John D. Rockefeller, Jr.
Memorial Parkway
Centennial Celebration, August 20–28
A Centennial Celebration, August 20-28
The Grand Rescue
Join the filmmakers and the 1967
rescue team for a screening of The
Grand Rescue and a discussion of
their experience.
Monday, August 22
Tickets required. See inside for details.
John Muir: University of
the Wilderness
Chance Urban Chamber Music
Thursday, August 25
Centennial Children’s
Choir Celebration
Singing Angels Choir
Friday, August 26
Explore the park with the new NPS Grand Teton app.
Search for NPS Grand Teton on the Apple App Store or Google Play Store.
Publication of the Centennial Edition of the Grand Teton Guide is made
possible through the generous support of the Grand Teton Association.
Grand Teton Guide Centennial Edition
Founder’s Week Highlights
The Grand Rescue
Monday, August 22, 2016 marks the 49th anniversary of an unprecedented
rescue on the North Face of the Grand Teton. Join the filmmakers and the
1967 rescue crew for a screening of The Grand Rescue and a discussion of
their experience.
In 1967, on the Grand Teton, seven rescuers risked their lives to save a severely
injured climber and his companion. The rescue was the first one on the feared
North Face—an unprecedented rescue for its time, due to the climber’s severe
injuries and unknown terrain. The rescue took three harrowing days, pushed
the team to the edge of their abilities, and cemented a lifelong bond.
Looking back after nearly 50 years, the rescuers and survivors recount the trial
with unabashed candor. The Grand Rescue humbles us to the majestic Grand
Teton, exposes the tenuous relationship of man and the mountain, reveals
the endurance of the human spirit, and recounts one of the most infamous
rescues of its time.
Craig Thomas Discovery & Visitor Center Auditorium, Moose
Monday, August 22 from 5 to 7 pm
Free, but tickets required. www.eventbrite.com search Grand Rescue
Join an earlier screening from 3 to 4 pm without the accompanying discussion. Members of the 1967 Rescue Team are from left to right: Ted Wilson, Pete
Sinclair, Ralph Tingey, Mike Ermarth, Rick Reese and Bob Irvine.
No tickets required.
This Land is Our Land:
The Stephen T. Mather Story
John Muir: University of the
Wilderness
Learn how the first director of the National Park
Service set the course for preserving the public
lands we enjoy today. This pioneering business
man turned his talents to public service ensuring
that all people could enjoy these iconic places and
experience America’s heritage. 45 minute program.
Chance Urban Chamber Music invites you to take
a walk in the woods with the words of John Muir.
University of the Wilderness celebrates and reflects
on Muir’s words with an accompanying score of
nature-inspired music. The goal of the performance
is to reflect on the man, his indomitable spirit and
his daring and adventurous nature. This group of
musicians is performing at multiple national parks
during the National Park Service’s Centennial year.
Colter Bay Amphitheater, Colter Bay Village
Tuesday, August 23 & Thursday, August 25 at 9 pm
Craig Thomas Discovery & Visitor Center
Auditorium, Moose
Thursday, August 25 at 1:30 pm
Craig Thomas Discovery & Visitor Center, Moose
Thursday, August 25 from 5 to 6 pm
Centennial Children’s Choir Celebration
The Singing Angels will perform Children’s Earth Anthem, a song composed and written
by Charles Eversole and Louise Phillips for the National Park Service Centennial. They
will also sing other national park-inspired songs. The Children’s Earth Anthem is being
performed by groups of children in hundreds of other National Park Service sites across
the country throughout 2016.
Colter Bay Amphitheater, Colter Bay Village
Friday, August 26 from 7 to 8 pm
Other Highlights
August 25–28 Fee-free days! Entrance fees to Grand Teton and all national parks
are waived.
August 24
7 pm The Cougar Fund presents Predators of the Greater Yellowstone
Ecosystem Colter Bay Amphitheater, Colter Bay Village
August 25
FOUNDER’S DAY – The National Park Service turns 100!
All Day – Look for photo booths, Instagram frames, and special ranger
activities throughout the park.
Noon – Birthday Cake at each Visitor Center
7 pm Ken Thomasma – Historian, Storyteller & Author
Colter Bay Amphitheater, Colter Bay Village
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Ranger Programs August 20-28
Join park rangers for regularly scheduled & special
centennial programs.
Use the following icons to help guide your program choices:
Special Program Offering
Read about events at various park areas on the next pages.
Accessible Program
Check at visitor centers for additional programs!
Moose Ranger Programs
Event
Description
Taggart Lake
Hike
Hike with a ranger along the scenic trail to Taggart Lake, where a variety
of stories unfold. Topics may include geology, fire ecology, wildflowers,
history or wildlife. Bring water, binoculars, camera, sunscreen, and rain
gear. ROUNDTRIP DISTANCE: 3 miles (1.5 miles guided). DIFFICULTY: Moderate.
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August 20–28
Trailhead
9 am
2 hours
Explore our national parks through the eyes of 3 different artists
and discover how their work inspired conservation efforts. Learn
some tips and techniques with watercolors and create your own painting
of the Tetons. No previous painting experience necessary. Reservations
required, call 307-739-3399 or sign up in person. Limited to 15 people.
Craig Thomas
Discovery
& VC back
terrace
August 22, 27
10 am
2 hours
Map Chat
From park’s geologic story to the variety of wildlife that call this
park home, this program will give you insight into the stories
behind the scenery.
Craig Thomas
Discovery &
VC relief map
August 20–28
10:30 am
30 minutes
There’s a Map in
My Lap!
Join a “special guest” ranger and learn about the geography,
history and wildlife of Grand Teton National Park. Designed for
children ages 6 to 10 years old, but all ages are welcome. Children must
be accompanied by an adult.
Craig Thomas
Discovery
& VC back
terrace
August 25
11 am
30 minutes
Discover a fascinating aspect of National Park Service history as we
reflect on 100 years of “America’s Best Idea.”
Craig Thomas
Discovery &
VC courtyard
August 20–28
1 pm
20 minutes
100 Years in 20
Minutes
Wilderness
Stories
Wilderness Stories, Nature’s Songs and a Nod to our National
Park Service. Presented by Docent Dan from the Murie Center of
Teton Science Schools.
Craig Thomas
Discovery &
VC courtyard
August 22–26
1 pm
20 minutes
A Walk into
the Past
Discover the story of Menors Ferry Historic District and learn how early
settlers crossed the Snake River using a cable ferry.
ROUNDTRIP DISTANCE: Less than one mile. DIFFICULTY: Easy.
Menors
General Store
August 20–28
2:30 pm
45 minutes
The Grovont
Community
Join a ranger and discover how Mormon settlers turned this grassland
prairie into a thriving community.
Mormon Row
north parking
lot (near Pink
House)
August 23, 28
10 am
2 hours
Bear Safety
Discover techniques that will help you stay safe while traveling and
camping in bear country. Includes instruction in the use of bear
spray. DIFFICULTY: Easy.
Craig Thomas
Discovery &
VC courtyard
August 22, 25
4 pm
20 minutes
Predator or
Prey?
Kids! Bring your parents and explore the world of predators and prey in
Grand Teton National Park through a series of fun activities and games.
Gros Ventre
Campground
amphitheater
August 21, 28
5:30 pm
45 minutes
Gros Ventre
Campground
amphitheater
August 20–27
7:30 pm
45 minutes
Gros Ventre
Twilight Talk
Help celebrate our centennial year at a traditional campfire talk.
Topics posted at various locations.
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Jenny Lake Ranger Programs
Event
Description
Inspiration Point Learn about the formation of this magnificent landscape on a hike
Hike
to a viewpoint above Jenny Lake. This is a great activity for families!
This activity is limited to the first 25 visitors who obtain a token at the
Jenny Lake Visitor Center the morning of the hike. We will take the
shuttle boat across Jenny Lake. Boat fares listed in the main newspaper.
ROUNDTRIP HIKE DISTANCE: 2 miles. DIFFICULTY: Moderate uphill.
100 Years in 20
Minutes
Bear Safety
Signal Mountain
Twilight Talk
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Jenny Lake
August 20–28
Visitor Center
deck
8:30 am
2.5 hours
Discover a fascinating aspect of National Park Service history as we
reflect on 100 years of “America’s Best Idea.”
Jenny Lake
Visitor Center
deck
August 20–28
11:30 am
20 minutes
Discover techniques that will help you stay safe while traveling and
camping in bear country. Includes instruction in the use of bear
spray. DIFFICULTY: Easy.
Jenny Lake
Visitor Center
deck
August 20–28
1:30 pm
30 minutes
Signal
Mountain
Campground
amphitheater
August 20–27
7:30 pm
45 minutes
Help celebrate our centennial year at a traditional campfire talk.
Topics posted at various locations.
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Colter Bay Ranger Programs
Event
Description
Coffee with a
Ranger
Join a ranger for questions, trip planning and conversation over
morning coffee.
Tipi Demo
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Colter Bay
August 22–25
Visitor Center
front
7 am
1 hour
Join a ranger to learn about the structure the Plains Indians called
home.
Colter Bay
amphitheater
August 24
9 am
1 hour
Discover a fascinating aspect of National Park Service history as we
reflect on 100 years of “America’s Best Idea.”
Colter Bay
Visitor Center
auditorium
August 20–27
11 am
20 minutes
(8/21
only)
An Unlikely
Alliance
American Railroads and the Organic Act. Join us for the fascinating
story of the alliance between railroads and the national parks. This
unusual connection resulted in some iconic landmarks that remain part
of National Park experience today.
Colter Bay
Visitor Center
auditorium
August 24, 28
11 am
20 minutes
(8/28
only)
Swan Lake Hike
Hike through forest and wetland communities and learn about the
plants and animals living in the park. Bring water, binoculars, camera,
rain gear, and insect repellent. ROUNDTRIP DISTANCE: 3 miles. DIFFICULTY: Easy.
Colter Bay
Visitor Center
flagpole
August 20–28
1 pm
3 hours
Join a ranger for an in-depth look at a facet of American Indian art
and culture.
Colter Bay
Visitor Center
auditorium
August 23
1:30 pm
45 minutes
Discover techniques that will help you stay safe while traveling and
camping in bear country. Includes instruction in the use of bear
spray. DIFFICULTY: Easy.
Colter Bay
Visitor Center
back deck
August 21–28
4 pm
30 minutes
Colter Bay
Visitor Center
back deck
August 20–27
4 pm
45 minutes
Indian Arts &
Culture
Bear Safety
Grand Teton
Kids
Kids and everyone else join a ranger to connect to some of the
wonders of Grand Teton during an interactive program.
Early Evening
Help celebrate our centennial year at a traditional ranger talk.
Topics posted at various locations. In the event of inclement
weather, the program will be held in the Colter Bay auditorium.
Colter Bay
amphitheater,
or auditorium
August 20–28
7 pm
45 minutes
Campfire
Program
Join a ranger for a photo-illustrated talk about an exciting aspect
of Grand Teton National Park. Topics posted at various locations. In
the event of inclement weather, the program will be held in the Colter
Bay auditorium.
Colter Bay
amphitheater,
or auditorium
August 20–28
9 pm
45 minutes
Family Night
Video
Join us for a park-related video, Clash: Encounters of Bears and
Wolves. In the event of inclement weather, the program will be
held in the Colter Bay auditorium.
Colter Bay
amphitheater,
or auditorium
August 24
9 pm
45 minutes
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Laurance S. Rockefeller Preserve Ranger Programs
Event
Description
Explore the
Preserve Hike
Open your senses and immerse yourself in the pristine setting of the
Preserve. Hike through forests and meadows to the shores of Phelps
Lake. Contribute to a conversation with your thoughts and ideas during
the hike. Reservations required, call 307-739-3654. Bring water, rain
gear, sunscreen and insect repellent. GROUP SIZE: 10. ROUNDTRIP DISTANCE: 3
miles (1.5 miles guided). DIFFICULTY: Easy/Moderate.
100 Years in 20
Minutes
Discover a fascinating aspect of National Park Service history as we
reflect on 100 years of “America’s Best Idea.”
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Laurance S.
August 20–28
Rockefeller
Preserve
Center
porch
9:30 am
2.5 hours
Laurance S.
Rockefeller
Preserve
Center porch
August 20–28
10 am
20 minutes
Lakeshore
Legacy Chat
Laurance S. Rockefeller, through his gift of the JY Ranch, left a legacy of
conservation and modeled his values of stewardship. Allow 45 minutes
to hike to Phelps Lake before the program. Call for details 307-7393654.
Phelps Lake,
end of Lake
Creek Trail
August 26
10 am
45 minutes
Critter Chat
Every day a different animal or insect is the star of this fun, familyfriendly program. Please allow extra travel time as parking lot
is typically full during this part of the day. ROUNDTRIP DISTANCE: Minimal
walking required. DIFFICULTY: Easy.
Laurance S.
Rockefeller
Preserve
Center porch
August 20–28
3:30 pm
30 minutes
Bear Safety
Discover techniques that will help you stay safe while traveling and
camping in bear country. Includes instruction in the use of bear
spray. Please allow extra travel time as parking lot is typically full during
this part of the day. DIFFICULTY: Easy.
Laurance S.
Rockefeller
Preserve
Center porch
August 26
3:30 pm
30 minutes
Evening Hike to
Phelps Lake
Enjoy an early evening hike to Phelps Lake. Open your senses to the
sounds, sights, and smells of the trail. Join the conversation along the
way. Reservations required, call 307-739-3654. GROUP SIZE: 10. ROUNDTRIP
DISTANCE: 3 miles (1.5 miles guided). DIFFICULTY: Easy/Moderate.
Laurance S.
Rockefeller
Preserve
Center porch
August 23, 25
5:30 pm
3 hours
Wildlife Fables
Join a ranger in the Aspen Grove at the Laurance S. Rockefeller
Preserve to learn about wildlife of Grand Teton National Park
through fables.
Laurance S.
Rockefeller
Preserve
Center porch
August 24
5:30 pm
45 minutes
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