Blog: Community

What is it that makes Jackson Hole special? A lot of things as it turns out. Our rugged mountains and abundant public lands, our free flowing rivers and thriving wildlife have inspired a community who seeks to live in harmony with nature. But as our community grows we are reminded of the harsh reality that we also have impacts on our wild neighbors. Wildlife vehicle collisions in Teton County alone account for around 500 animal deaths and millions of dollars of damage each year. As a business and residents who depend upon the natural world around us it only makes sense to invest in our wild places, which is why the EcoTour Adventures team is excited to endorse the Wildlife Crossings Special Purpose Excise Tax Ballot Initiative. By funding the creation of science based wildlife crossings in Teton County we can make our community safer, save money on costly collisions, and preserve and protect the wildlife whom are a critical part of the ecosystem we call home.

For thousands of years elk, mule deer, pronghorn antelope and other ungulates have migrated across the Wyoming landscape. Now many of their routes are impeded by fencing, roads, and other human obstacles. What can be done to preserve Wyoming's Wild Migrations?

Puma, Cougar, Panther, Catamount. With a historic range from Alaska and Northern Canada, through the United States, Central America and all the way down to the southern tip of South America, the Mountain Lion is known by many names. They are secretive by nature yet occasionally persecuted after conflict with ranching and hunting interests. But for some cats in southern Patagonia things are changing. Can sustainable ranching practices and the development of a puma and wildlife watching tourism industry be the key to the future of both ranching and the Patagonian Ecosystem?

We’ve all seen roadkill on the side of the road this winter. It’s a problem that kills hundreds of animals in Teton County, WY annually, thousands more statewide. Fortunately the state of Wyoming is stepping up to make our roads and wildlife safer, and now we all can pitch in too! Wildlife Conservation License Plates are now available, and the proceeds go towards wildlife crossings and other mitigation strategies on our roads. EcoTour Adventures and many of our guides are proud to be among the first 500 plates ordered, and we’re challenging you to be part of the next 500! Read more about how to get your plate and support wildlife conservation here.

"Winter in Jackson Hole offers a start contrast to the hustle of summer. With the crowds of summer long gone, a peaceful silence falls across the snow covered landscape of Grand Teton National Park, perfect for exploration on cross country ski or snowshoe. Wildlife are concentrated in the valleys across the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem, offering unparalleled opportunities for viewing species like wolves, elk, bison, moose, bighorn sheep, bald eagles and more. We're excited to announce three brand new tours for the Winter 2018-2019 season, learn more about how to maximize your winter vacation to Jackson Hole!"