JACKSON, Wyo. — Wildlife is abundant in the Jackson Hole valley all year long and Buckrail Photographer Nick Sulzer has been out capturing the action this winter.
A herd of bighorn sheep spotted near the National Elk refuge in February. Photo: Nick Sulzer 
Two elk in Grand Teton National Park, February 2023. Photo: Nick Sulzer // Buckrail 
A bison finds the path of least resistance along an irrigation ditch. Photo: Nick Sulzer // Buckrail 
A moose walks along the road rather than trudging through the deep snow. Photo: Nick Sulzer // Buckrail 
Two coyotes photographed in March 2023. Photo: Nick Sulzer // buckrail 
Elk in the National Elk Refuge follow the feeding tractor in March 2023. Photo: Nick Sulzer // Buckrail 
Two grouse navigate the snow in March 2023. Photo: Nick Sulzer // Buckrail 
The Horsetail Creek wolf pack was spotted in mid February between Grand Teton National Park and Kelly. Photo: Nick Sulzer // Buckrail
Winter wildlife restrictions remain in place on the Bridger-Teton National Forest (BTNF) until May 1. According to BTNF, when individuals access closed winter ranges, they cause animals using the area to become stressed or flee to new locations. This retreat requires animals, especially ungulates like deer, elk and moose, to use energy they cannot spare.
Regardless of the season, giving wildlife space is crucial to their survival. Grand Teton National Park (GTNP) requires visitors to always stay at least 100 yards away from bears and wolves and at least 25 yards away from bison, elk, moose and all other wildlife.
