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Backcountry and frontcountry hiking both require a plan

JACKSON, Wyo. — Whether a novice or an expert, both backcountry and frontcountry experiences require preparation in Grand Teton National Park (GTNP) and beyond. Risk factors while out in the wilderness include thunderstorms, lightning, surprise snowstorms, dangerous wildlife or unstable rocks at the edge of a cliff. While having proper gear, being in good physical condition […]