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Caption this: Mountain goat strikes contemplative pose in Yellowstone

YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK — Ever stop for a minute and ponder things? That’s what this mountain goat appears to be doing, sitting atop a travertine boulder in Yellowstone National Park. National Park…

by Marianne Zumberge May 18, 2026, 4:00 pm

SNAPPED: ElkFest auction draws crowd despite fewer antler sheds found

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by Monica Stout May 18, 2026, 3:00 pm

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Ranger teams patrol Garnet Canyon, find deep snow above 9,000 ft

Ranger teams patrol Garnet Canyon, find deep snow above 9,000 ft

by Monica Stout May 18, 2026, 1:00 pm

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April 2026 saw a return to more normal weather, while May is off to a dry start

by Buckrail Meteorologist Alan Smith May 6, 2026, 6:00 pmMay 6, 2026, 7:26 pm

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SNAPPED: Elk, bison graze under spring skies, Mount Moran

Elk roam in the shadow of Mount Moran on May 9. Photo: Nick Sulzer // Buckrail

SNAPPED: Moose, goose make for bucolic scene in R Park

A peaceful scene in Rendezvous Park on Tuesday. Photo: Marianne Zumberge // Buckrail

SNAPPED: Spring sunset paints sky over Jackson Lake

Sunset over Jackson Lake on Monday. Photo: Nick Sulzer // Buckrail

SNAPPED: Teton Powwow offers feast for eyes, ears

The 6th Annual Teton Powwow was held at the Snow King Sports and Events Center on Saturday. Photo: Nick Sulzer // Buckrail

SNAPPED: Yellowstone bluebird shimmers in spectrum of hues

Photo: Jacob W. Frank // National Park Service

SNAPPED: Happy Mother’s Day from the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem

A red fox and fox kit in Grand Teton National Park in 2019. Photo: Adams // National Park Service

SNAPPED: Osprey guards nest on WY22

An osprey sits atop its nest along WY22 in Wilson. Photo: Nick Sulzer // Buckrail

SNAPPED: Antler shed hunters find treasures

An antler shed hunter hauls findings by horse. Photo: Nick Sulzer // Buckrail

Earth Day: Natural beauty abounds in Jackson Hole

Photo: Nick Sulzer // Buckrail

SNAPPED: Tetons shine against blue sky; Jackson Lake shakes off ice layer

Jackson Lake and the Tetons seen from the north end of Jackson Lake on Sunday, April 19. Photo: Monica Stout // Buckrail

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Hole Highlights

A newsletter for local events, community happenings and more…

Wyoming Supreme Court ends block on public money for private education

Wyoming Supreme Court ends block on public money for private education

by WyoFile May 18, 2026, 11:00 am

Spread Creek Fire containment increases

Spread Creek Fire containment increases

by Marianne Zumberge May 18, 2026, 10:00 am

Heads up: 3-month Vine Street improvement project starts today

Heads up: 3-month Vine Street improvement project starts today

by Marianne Zumberge May 18, 2026, 9:00 am

Upper Snake River Basin prepares for high-flow summer, low-lake fall

Upper Snake River Basin prepares for high-flow summer, low-lake fall

by Monica Stout May 15, 2026, 3:00 pm

Wildfire preparedness reminders from Teton County Emergency Management

Wildfire preparedness reminders from Teton County Emergency Management

by Marianne Zumberge May 15, 2026, 2:00 pmMay 15, 2026, 2:57 pm

Moose-Wilson Road, Death Canyon Trailhead among projects for GTNP improvements

Moose-Wilson Road, Death Canyon Trailhead among projects for GTNP improvements

by Hannah Trask May 15, 2026, 1:00 pm

Wildlife agencies urge bear-wise practices on Togwotee Pass roadsides

Wildlife agencies urge bear-wise practices on Togwotee Pass roadsides

by Marianne Zumberge May 15, 2026, 12:00 pmMay 15, 2026, 2:57 pm

Organizer shuts down 2026 Ultimate Towner obstacle course race

Organizer shuts down 2026 Ultimate Towner obstacle course race

by Monica Stout May 15, 2026, 10:00 am

BTNF firewood permits on sale Friday; log decks available on Phillips Ridge

BTNF firewood permits on sale Friday; log decks available on Phillips Ridge

by Monica Stout May 14, 2026, 4:00 pm

Flat Creek Bridge traffic pattern to change; don’t forget the zipper merge

Flat Creek Bridge traffic pattern to change; don’t forget the zipper merge

by Monica Stout May 14, 2026, 3:00 pm

Let’s build the Jackson summer culture glossary

Let’s build the Jackson summer culture glossary

by Hannah Trask May 14, 2026, 2:00 pmMay 15, 2026, 2:58 pm

Lightning-caused Spread Creek Fire being fought by 150 personnel

Lightning-caused Spread Creek Fire being fought by 150 personnel

by Marianne Zumberge May 14, 2026, 12:00 pmMay 15, 2026, 2:58 pm

Corrected: Teton Village bus stop off docket for master plan

Corrected: Teton Village bus stop off docket for master plan

by Hannah Trask May 14, 2026, 10:00 amMay 15, 2026, 11:16 am

Spread Creek Fire burning near Togwotee; response underway

Spread Creek Fire burning near Togwotee; response underway

by Marianne Zumberge May 13, 2026, 3:54 pmMay 13, 2026, 7:29 pm

Jackson’s Rebecca Bextel announces campaign for governor

Jackson’s Rebecca Bextel announces campaign for governor

by Marianne Zumberge May 13, 2026, 3:30 pmMay 15, 2026, 2:58 pm

Heads up! Severe thunderstorm watch in effect until tonight

Heads up! Severe thunderstorm watch in effect until tonight

by Monica Stout May 13, 2026, 2:30 pm

Elk Refuge to continue heightened monitoring of species at risk for CWD

Elk Refuge to continue heightened monitoring of species at risk for CWD

by Monica Stout May 13, 2026, 2:00 pm

Town, County staff to host election season conversation Thursday

Town, County staff to host election season conversation Thursday

by Marianne Zumberge May 13, 2026, 1:00 pm

One22, Hole Food Rescue roll out community survey about food security

One22, Hole Food Rescue roll out community survey about food security

by Monica Stout May 13, 2026, 12:00 pm

Driggs to host tree planting party Friday

Driggs to host tree planting party Friday

by Marianne Zumberge May 13, 2026, 10:00 am

Conservation groups call foul, Gordon celebrates after BLM repeals Public Lands Rule

Conservation groups call foul, Gordon celebrates after BLM repeals Public Lands Rule

by WyoFile May 13, 2026, 9:00 am

Bureau of Rec to discuss Jackson Lake management at public meeting

Bureau of Rec to discuss Jackson Lake management at public meeting

by Monica Stout May 12, 2026, 3:00 pm

Garaman pathway work nears finish line with one more closure

Garaman pathway work nears finish line with one more closure

by Monica Stout May 12, 2026, 1:00 pm

Miller Park pickleball courts to undergo resurface and repair work in June

Miller Park pickleball courts to undergo resurface and repair work in June

by Monica Stout May 12, 2026, 12:00 pm

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