Jackson Hole Wildlife Journal & Blog

Celebrating a Conservation Champion: Our Founder & Owner, Taylor Phillips!

Our founder and owner, Taylor Phillips, was recently awarded the Contributions to Biodiversity Conservation Award from the University of Wyoming's Biodiversity Institute! Read more to learn about the history of EcoTour Adventures and why we can think of no one more deserving for this award.

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Exploring America’s Public Lands: A Guide to the Diversity of Natural Treasures

One of the most common questions our guides get asked on tour is, "What are the differences between all the types of public lands in the U.S.?" This blog post answers that question, so read on to learn what these differences are!

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Orf Virus on the National Elk Refuge (Winter 2023-24)

Bighorn sheep on the National Elk Refuge are showing visual clinical signs of battling orf virus, also known as sore mouth infection. This virus is contagious to humans. Read more to learn how to protect yourself and our population of bighorn sheep.

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Guide to Winter Activities in Jackson Hole

We asked our guides what their favorite winter activities in Jackson Hole are. Read more to hear what they had to say!

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Learning Resources About Bison

Interested in learning more about our National Mammal, the American bison? We're excited to begin a new program of sharing book, documentary, and podcast recommendations that our guides have found particularly informative and educational. Our guides have spent years learning about the GYE, so keep in mind that these recommendations only scratch the surface. This month we're highlighting the bison!

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