Winter Events in West Yellowstone...
There is always something to do in West Yellowstone! While on your Winter Vacation, be sure to check out local events and get a taste of West culture!
November 25-29, 2008
The Yellowstone Ski Festival
This is a must for every cross-country skier! West Yellowstone literally comes alive in lycra in November. Hundreds of Nordic ski enthusiasts from all over the world, novice to expert, gather to learn more about the sport, practice techniques and see new equipment. Early snows, superb grooming, racing opportunities and the Nordic Skiing Exposition make this an especially inviting time. On-snow clinics take place between November 24-28. SuperTour Ski Races are scheduled for Friday and Saturday.
Web: www.yellowstoneskifestival.com
November 27, 2008
Biathlon Sprint Race
Held in conjenction with the Yellowstone Ski Festival November 25-29.
The Yellowstone Ski Festival
This is a must for every cross-country skier! West Yellowstone literally comes alive in lycra in November. Hundreds of Nordic ski enthusiasts from all over the world, novice to expert, gather to learn more about the sport, practice techniques and see new equipment. Early snows, superb grooming, racing opportunities and the Nordic Skiing Exposition make this an especially inviting time. On-snow clinics take place between November 24-28. SuperTour Ski Races are scheduled for Friday and Saturday.
Web: www.yellowstoneskifestival.com
November 27, 2008
Biathlon Sprint Race
Held in conjenction with the Yellowstone Ski Festival November 25-29.
December 15, 2008
West Entrance to Yellowstone Opens to Over-the-Snow Travel
December 18, 2008
West Yellowstone Christmas Stroll
It's a time of rosy cheeks and laughter. Join your friends and neighbors as we light the Town Tree, greet Santa, and stroll the shops seeking just the right gifts.
December 20, 2008
Spam Cup #1 – Classic Race
The first in a series of citizen's races sponsored by WYSEF, the Spam Cups are designed to be fun for everyone. Participants range in age from 5 to 75 and first place is a can of Spam! Come join the fun!
Web: www.rendezvousskitrails.com
December 2008
Christmas for the Critters
Christmas for the Critters at the Grizzly & Wolf Discovery Center. Share in the joy of the season by donating food to the bears and wolves (please call the Center for specific food needs) and enjoy a snow filled day watching the animals play. Bring your donation and receive $1.25 off an adult regular admission, 10% off any gift shop purchase and the warm fuzzy feeling of helping the animals!
December 2008
Christmas Bird Count
Join us for the 6th annual West Yellowstone Christmas Bird Count in conjunction with the Grizzly & Wolf Discovery Center and the Sacajawea Audubon Society. Enjoy a day of birding in the West Yellowstone and Hebgen Lake area. Meet at the Grizzly & Wolf Discovery Center at 8:00 am $5 fee.
Contact: (406) 646-7001
West Entrance to Yellowstone Opens to Over-the-Snow Travel
December 18, 2008
West Yellowstone Christmas Stroll
It's a time of rosy cheeks and laughter. Join your friends and neighbors as we light the Town Tree, greet Santa, and stroll the shops seeking just the right gifts.
December 20, 2008
Spam Cup #1 – Classic Race
The first in a series of citizen's races sponsored by WYSEF, the Spam Cups are designed to be fun for everyone. Participants range in age from 5 to 75 and first place is a can of Spam! Come join the fun!
Web: www.rendezvousskitrails.com
December 2008
Christmas for the Critters
Christmas for the Critters at the Grizzly & Wolf Discovery Center. Share in the joy of the season by donating food to the bears and wolves (please call the Center for specific food needs) and enjoy a snow filled day watching the animals play. Bring your donation and receive $1.25 off an adult regular admission, 10% off any gift shop purchase and the warm fuzzy feeling of helping the animals!
December 2008
Christmas Bird Count
Join us for the 6th annual West Yellowstone Christmas Bird Count in conjunction with the Grizzly & Wolf Discovery Center and the Sacajawea Audubon Society. Enjoy a day of birding in the West Yellowstone and Hebgen Lake area. Meet at the Grizzly & Wolf Discovery Center at 8:00 am $5 fee.
Contact: (406) 646-7001
January 2009
Harriman State Park of Idaho - Free Ski Day
Have you always wanted to try nordic skiing or want to take your family but can't afford to? Want to learn how to build a survival snow cave? Idaho Falls Nordic Ski Patrol will be at the park offering lessons to those that want to learn the basics to Nordic skiing. A guided ski tour will be offered at 10:00 am that will take you up the River Trail to the Historic Ranch. The Historic Jones House will be open to go inside and warm up, and hot drinks will be available there.
Contact: (208) 558-7368
January 10, 2009
Spam Cup #2 - Freestyle Race
The second in a series of citizen's races sponsored by WYSEF, the Spam Cups are designed to be fun for everyone. Participants range in age from 5 to 75 and first place is a can of Spam! Come join the fun! Registration Form
Harriman State Park of Idaho - Free Ski Day
Have you always wanted to try nordic skiing or want to take your family but can't afford to? Want to learn how to build a survival snow cave? Idaho Falls Nordic Ski Patrol will be at the park offering lessons to those that want to learn the basics to Nordic skiing. A guided ski tour will be offered at 10:00 am that will take you up the River Trail to the Historic Ranch. The Historic Jones House will be open to go inside and warm up, and hot drinks will be available there.
Contact: (208) 558-7368
January 10, 2009
Spam Cup #2 - Freestyle Race
The second in a series of citizen's races sponsored by WYSEF, the Spam Cups are designed to be fun for everyone. Participants range in age from 5 to 75 and first place is a can of Spam! Come join the fun! Registration Form
