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TGR to Premiere "Light the Wick" on September 18th in Jackson Hole

jhcr — Thu, 02 Sep 2010 14:51:00 GMT

It's official; the press release came across my desk this morning. Jackson Hole-based snow and action sports film producer, Teton Gravity Research, is set to premiere this year's ski and snowboard film, Light the Wick. This annual event is the cornerstone of the winter season in Jackson Hole. The showings will take place on Saturday, September 18th, with an early showing at 5:30pm and a later showing at 8:00pm. All net proceeds benefit the Avalanche Forecast Support Organization and the Jackson Hole Conservation Alliance. For those 21 and older, there will be an after part at the Mangy Moose featuring reggae musical guest Sister Carol. Tickets available now at TetonGravity.omc, Tobacco Row (733.4385) and Jackson Treehouse (739.TREE). Children 10 and under are $5 and allowed at the 5:30 showing only. For a complete press release and film write up, read below.

Teton Village, WY (August 19, 2010) - The World Premiere of Teton Gravity Research’s latest 16mm, HD and 3D ski film Light the Wick will be Saturday, September 18th, in Teton Village, WY at Walk Festival Hall. The film will show at 5:30 and 8:00pm and will feature athlete appearances/poster signing and tons of giveaways. An after party will follow at the Mangy Moose Saloon with a live performance by reggae sensation Sister Carol. Come early to hear Jackson’s only Grateful Dead tribute band the Deadlocks and enjoy complimentary beverages at the Teton Village Commons 3-7pm. Tickets Available Now at TETONGRAVITY.com, Tobacco Row - 307.733.4385 and Jackson Treehouse - 307.739.TREE(8733). Children 10 and under tickets are $5 at the door for the 5:30 show only. All net proceeds benefit the Avalanche Forecast Support Organization and Jackson Hole Conservation Alliance. Shot using film, HD and 3D technology, Light The Wick is about sparking the flame and watching the world's best athletes blast off. The award-winning producers at Teton Gravity Research (TGR), crew of athletes and cinematographers captured the most jaw-dropping footage ever witnessed. The team traveled around the world to uncharted destinations, as well as some of their favorite stomping grounds. Follow the crew as they discover the previously unskied big mountain playground of Petersburg, AK, find the best snow Croatia has seen in fifty years, ski deep pillows in undiscovered Italy, hit full throttle riding in British Columbia, and experience epic free-riding at Ripley Creek and North Cascades Heli. Don’t miss Sammy Carlson and the Stevens Pass 3D experiment, the first ever 3D ski segment (available on Bluray disc). Light the Wick showcases the most talented and well-rounded athletes in skiing together in one must-see film. The all-star roster includes cornerstone athletes Sage Cattabriga-Alosa, Seth Morrison, Kye Petersen, Ian McIntosh, Dana Flahr, Dylan Hood, Sammy Carlson, Dash Longe, Rachael Burks, Callum Pettit, Wiley Miller, Erik Roner, Cody Townsend, Todd Ligare, Chris Benchetler, Shroder Baker, Daron Rahlves, Byron Wells, John Spriggs and friendsShot on location: Croatia, La Thuile Italy, Petersburg AK, Pemberton BC, Last Frontier Heli Skiing, Jackson Hole WY, North Cascade Heli Skiing, Idaho, Oregon, Utah, Grand Targhee WY and Stevens Pass WA Preview Light the Wick at Tetongravity.com and check out details on all 120+ showings worldwide.

Happy Earth Day from Jackson Hole!

jhcr — Thu, 22 Apr 2010 14:43:00 GMT

It's Earth Day and there's no better place to celebrate our open green spaces than Jackson Hole. With over 97% of the county and surrounding areas designated wild space, it's easy to be reminded of the importance of keeping our globe healthy and happy. Here are a few things worth noting this Earth Day:

In April 2006, Jackson Hole Mountain Resort achieved ISO 14001 certification following our Silver Eagle Award for Environmental Excellence - Visual Impact in 2005 and Silver Eagle Award for Energy Conservation in 2003.
Jackson Hole Mountain Resort is third party ISO certified as a "green" company, the second of only two ski resorts in the US to achieve this recognition.
All of Grand Targhee's lifts run on “green power” – a renewable energy generated from green hydroelectric power out of the Island Park Dam and Reservoir on the Henry’s Fork of the Snake River, Idaho and wind power from Bonneville Power Association. In addition, the resort is using bio-diesel to fuel our resort shuttle buses, groomers and snow removal equipment.
Local film production house, Teton Gravity Research, practices a multitude of green initiatives. Starting in 2008 TGR's clothing line went "green". The company uses organic and recycled polyester materials in the production of t-shirts and hoodies and the catalog is only offered electronically reducing paper waste.
TGR is the first action sports film company to go carbon neutral. All of their films are directed to incorporate environmental issues, to generate awareness, and to inspire action. They calculate and offset their carbon footprint by logging all airline, automombile, snowmobile, and helicopter use.
Teton Village's Hotel Terra was built LEED certified, putting it in an elite class of hotels across the country. The boutique resort works to take its green efforts further preserve and protect the environment while always providing guests with a memorable, indulgent hotel experience.
To help celebrate Earth Day and Jackson Hole's extensive community commitment to sustainable living and business practice, the 2010 Jackson Eco-Fair will take place in Powderhorn Park this Saturday, April 24th. Admission is free! Come see what local businesses and organizations are doing to better and help preserve the environment. Enjoy free food, drink, beer and wine samples along with free live music and events.

Wondering About Snow Conditions... Everywhere? Check Out TGR's New Snow Lab.

jhcr — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 15:37:00 GMT

Avalanche conditions. Snow reports. Weather forecasts. Safety tips. Educational videos. Webcams. Teton Gravity Research's new Snow Lab has it all. From basic stoke to extensive safety information, the microsite aims to inform winter enthusiasts on the most up-to-date information and snow conditions around the globe, including a news feed on snow alerts and resort updates. Visit the Snow Lab and just take a look or jump in and give feedback on conditions in your area, the latest gear and more. With the season in full swing in some areas and just around the corner in others, now is the time to start getting in the habbit of checking conditions daily and making sure you're always in the know when it comes to head-high powder fields, freshest snow, most reliable gear and safest slopes in your area.

The Best Ski Movie Venue Ever? Possibly.

jhcr — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 15:41:00 GMT

If you don't have plans this Saturday night, I strongly encourage you to consider heading over to Driggs. Not normally thought of as the social epicenter of the greater Jackson area, this small Idaho town certainly will be this weekend. Saturday night boasts the second annual Spud Drive-in premiere of TGR's 09/10 action snow sports film, Re: Session. Catch all of the new school footage at one of the most classic, old-school stomping grounds around: Driggs' drive-in movie theater, better known as The Spud. Take it all in from the front seat of your car, your down-puffy jacket clad arm wrapped around your sweety's furry-hooded shoulder. Or get out and wander the parking lot, sharing the experience with other skiers and snowboarders getting stoked for the upcoming winter season. Regardless, a film experience at The Spud isn't complete without a hamburger and tater tots from the concession stand. Follow it up with a visit to the Knotty Pine. Don't miss it! Visit TGR for more information. Oh, and did I mention that attendees will receive a 2-for-1 lift ticket to Grand Targhee Resort?

Teton Gravity Research Re:Session Tour Schedule

jhcr — Wed, 14 Oct 2009 14:35:00 GMT

If you missed the Jackson Hole, WY world premiere of Teton Gravity Research's newest ski and snowboard flick, RE:Session, it's not too late to catch the film at one of its many national tour stops throughout the fall and early winter. Get ready for the upcoming season with some incredible, world-class ski and snowboard footage in a film that will surely have you waxing your skis and getting ready for the lift line the morning after.

Teton Gravity Research Releases New Short Film, "Generations"

jhcr — Fri, 09 Oct 2009 14:00:00 GMT

Best known for their vast library of ski and snowboard films, local Jackson Hole, Wyoming ski film production house Teton Gravity Research (TGR) has released its latest installment: Generations. This short film highlights climate change and its impact on our winters and snow sports. From young snow angel makers to the most experienced mountain guides, professional athletes to professional meteorologists, the U.S. to Europe, Generations discusses our warming climate and how this climate shift is impacting ski resorts around the globe. In conjunction with The North Face and Protect Our Winters (POW), TGR gives us one more reason to start paying attention to the environment. The film is complete with athlete interviews, decades of ski footage, scientific insight and advice on little things we can to help reduce our carbon footprint. Check out the Generations Trailer for a quick look at a short film that boasts a very big message.

The Off Season Turns On in Jackson Hole

jhcr — Mon, 21 Sep 2009 15:59:00 GMT

There are a few events that denote the turn of the seasons here in Jackson. One is Old Bill's Fun Run, which took place last weekend. Then there's the Fall Arts Festival, which wrapped up one of its most successful events in history over the weekend. Finally, there's the TGR film premiere, which gets us all excited for the ski season to come. With all three now behind us, it's officially the fall season. However, unlike years past in which things shut down and slow down and turn off, it would appear that this off season is more turned on than ever before with great off-season deals and specials. Watch for upcoming dining specials throughout the town of Jackson and Teton Village and of course, there's the 3rd Night FREE lodging special at select properties throughout Jackson Hole now until October 15th. Visit us to learn more about additional deals and packages throughout the fall and early winter seasons.

TGR's Re: Session World Premiere Benefit: Saturday, September 19th

jhcr — Wed, 09 Sep 2009 14:22:00 GMT

Jackson Hole-based action sports film company, Teton Gravity Research (TGR), will be premiering its newest 16mm and HD ski and snowboard film to benefit the Avalanche Center Support Organization and a TGR Scholarship for a Jackson Hole, WY area high school student on September 19th. Join the throngs of skiers and snowboarders who will flock to Teton Village for both the 5:30 and 8:00pm showings at the Walk Festival Hall. Both showings will feature athlete appearance/poster signings, TGR photograph silent auction, local shop closeout tent sale and tons of giveaways.

An after party will follow at the Mangy Moose Saloon with a live performance by Led Zepplica. Tickets are available now at TetonGravity.com, Tobacco Row (307-733-4385) and Jackson Treehouse in the Terra Hotel building in Teton Village (307-739-8733).

If you can't make this premiere, the TGR Tour will feature 120+ locations worldwide. Enter to win Re:Session Grand Prize Giveaways, including an AK Heli Trip for two provided by Alaska Heli-Skiing, a winter vacation for two to Jackson Hole Mountain Resort or a TGR Sponsor Gear Package (skis, jackets and other gear.

Re: Session takes viewers beyond the traditional ski and snowboard movie into a revolutionary realm of action sports entertainment. Shot on both film and RED ONE high definition camera technology, Re: Session documents the true wealth of the mountain experience. Follow the crew as they score in one of Alagna, Italy's deepest seasons on record. Check out the forbidden powder in Poland, massive wedges in Colorado, new gap jumps in Utah, and seven weeks of epic riding conditions in Alaska. Re: Session brings the most talented athletes in the sport together into one must-see film.

The all-star roster includes cornerstone athletes Sage Cattabriga-Alosa, Seth Morrison, Key Peteresen, Ian McIntosh, Dana Flahr, Dylan Hood, Erik Roner, Wiley Miller and Dash Longe and the fresh faces of Tanner Hall, Sammy Carlson and Callum Pettit.

Shot on location in: Jackson Hole WY, Algana Italy, Last Frontier Heli-Skiing, Poland, Slovakia, Haines AK, North Cascade Heli-Skiing, Colorado, Stevens Pass WA, Utah, Montana, and Pemberton B.C.

Teton Gravity Research Releases Teaser for Re:Session

jhcr — Thu, 16 Jul 2009 14:42:00 GMT

Jackson Hole, Wyoming-based film production company, Teton Gravity Research, has released this year's teaser for its upcoming ski film, Re: Session. After a season of filming the best athletes in skiing and snowboarding all over the globe, the production house will work through the summer to edit the newest installment in a long line of acclaimed action sports films. Watch as the likes of Seth Morrison, Tanner Hall, Sammy Carlson, Sage Cattabriga-Alosa and more take to the massive mountains of Alaska, the park features at Stevens Pass, Washington, the famous cowboy powder fields of Jackson Hole Mountain Resort and heaps of other mind-blowing locations. If you live to ski, spend your summers dreaming of winter, or just want to catch some incredible athletic action, check out the trailor for TGR's 2009/2010 ski film, Re:Session.

Teton Gravity Research Presents "Almost Live" Web Series

jhcr — Mon, 15 Jun 2009 15:42:00 GMT

In the town where winter never truly sleeps, Teton Gravity Research presents its "Almost Live" web series. The Jackson Hole-based, internationally-recognized action sports film company is making the most of its revamped website, inviting users to take a sneak peak into this year's ski film, RE:Session. The web series offers weekly in-the-making snippets of the ski film that will be released in September. From a trip with athletes through Eastern Europe to Sammy Carlson's recent slopeside stomp session at Steven's Pass in Washington, Almost Live aims to bring viewers a glimpse of what's to come and to make sure that, despite serious summer fun in Jackson Hole, winter is always at the back of our minds. Check out the webseries on TGR's website and make sure to check in weekly for the most recently released Almost Live session.

A Typical Weekend in The Hole

jhcr — Thu, 18 Sep 2008 19:17:00 GMT

Thursdays are a great day to blog when living in Jackson, mainly because, for such a small mountain community, Jackson is never at a lack of goings-on. It could easily be hailed the unassuming mountain town that unexpectedly never sleeps. And Thursdays usually kick off the weekend happenings here in The Hole. Let's star with a little music, something to get everyone in the mood for one of the first sunny, crips weekends of fall:

Ladies Night, 9:30 p.m.-close each Thursday at Town Square Tavern. Four 4 Productions & DJ Thunder spin hip-hop, rock, and reggae.

Jazz at The Pines, 6:30-9:30 p.m. each Thursday. Keith Phillips on piano, Bill Plummer on bass.

Phil Round plays acoustic music, 6:30-9:30 p.m. Thursday through Saturday at Amangani. Free. 734-7333.

Disco Night, 9:30 p.m. every Thursday at the Stagecoach Bar in Wilson.

Perfect. Now we're ready for Friday.

If you've missed the Jackson Hole Fall Arts Festival or just haven't gotten enough, make sure to attend the Art Studio Tour, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Friday and Saturday. Watch as painters create on canvas, melt glass, forge metal, shape clay. Many of the valley’s finest artists have opened their studios. 733-5096, see map at www.jacksonholechamber.com.

Boondocks plays alt-country and roots-rock, 8-11:30 p.m. today and Saturday in the Silver Dollar Bar at the Wort Hotel. No Cover.

Friday Night Jazz, 6:30-9:30 p.m. at the Warbird Cafe in Victor. Jazz pianist Keith Phillips, vocalist Juliane Kowski. Reservations: 208-354-2550 .

Papa Chan and Johnny C Note play Old Time Jazz dining music, 6:30-9:30 p.m. each Friday on the deck at Teton Pines.

Latino Night, 10 p.m. every Friday at Cutty’s, corner of Broadway and Highway 22. DJ Concord spins salsa, meringue and cumbia. 732-0001.

Jazz night, 7-10 p.m. at The Granary. With Chris Moran on guitar, Mike Rossi on bass, Ed Domer on drums. Free.

It's always best to kick of a Saturday with a visit to the Jackson Hole Farmers' Market on Town Square where you can buy some in-season, locally grown, fresh veggies. Follow that up by the closing events of the Fall Arts Festival and make sure not to miss the iconic Jackson Hole pre ski season event when Teton Gravity Research hosts its world premier of this year's film: Under the Influence.

13th annual Jackson Hole QuickDraw Art Sale and Auction, 10 a.m. on Town Square. Artists paint and sculpt as spectators look on. Art works will be auctioned at the end, concluding with, Recon, by Greg Beecham, the featured artwork of the 2008 Fall Arts Festival. Free.

Jackson Hole Art Auction, 12:30 p.m. at Center for the Arts. Works from past and present masters of the American West. To register to attend and purchase a catalog, call 866-549-9278 . www.jacksonhole artauction.com.

Wildlife, Wildlands show and artist demonstration, 2-6 p.m. at Wilcox Gallery, 1975 N. Highway 89 and Wilcox II, 165 N. Center St. Demonstrations by about 10 gallery artists is followed by a buffet-style dinner, 6-8 p.m., so folks can get to know the artists. 733-3950.
Open house and demonstration with Tim Cherry, 3-4 p.m. at Diehl Gallery. 733-0905, www .diehlgallery.com.

Reception for “Fall Gold,” 3-6 p.m. at Trailside Galleries. Showcase of new works by nationally renowned roster of wildlife, landscape and Western artists. 733-3186, www.trailsidegalleries.com.

“The Best of Astoria” show, 1-5 p.m. at Astoria Fine Art on Town Square. 733-4016, www.astori afineart.com

Jazz Workshop, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. at Center for the Arts. Hosted by Jackson Hole Music Experience. $10-45. www.jhme.org, 734-8931.

Jazz night, 7-10 p.m. at The Granary. With Pam Drews Phillips on piano, vocals. Free.

DJ Optimal spins from 10 p.m. to close every Saturday at Cutty’s, corner of Broadway and Highway 22. 732-0001.

World premiere of Teton Gravity Research’s new film, Under the Influence, 5:30 and 8 p.m. in Walk Festival Hall in Teton Village. Athlete appearances, schwag. Afterparty at Mangy Moose. Tickets available now at Mountunes, Tobacco Row, www.tetongravity.com.

Enjoy a lazy Sunday morning, maybe with breakfast at Nora's in Wilson or at Bubba's in town and then say farewell to this year's Fall Arts Festival.

Farewell to Fall Gallery Walk, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. at Jackson’s 30-plus art galleries. Brunch and festive beverages served to wrap up Fall Arts Festival.

And no Sunday night would be complete without a visit to the Stagecoach Bar in Wilson at the base of Teton Pass to hear the Stagecoach Band play oldtime folk, country, and bluegrass.

It's quite the weekend to send of summer, kick off fall, pray for snow, analyze art and boogie down to some bluegrass music. A little R&R Jackson style.

'Tis the Season: Get Your Ski Film Tickets Now

jhcr — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 14:25:00 GMT

It's premier time! Jackson-based ski film production company, Teton Gravity Research, is ramping up for this year's World Premier. Get your tickets now for this iconic pre-season Jackson event. This year's film, Under The Influence, features many of skiing's biggest names skiing some of the world's biggest lines. With footage from around the globe, including Alaska, Switzerland, Romania, B.C., Utah, Montana, Grand Targhee, and of course, Jackson Hole, Under The Influence is sure to get you ready for another epic season.

Confessions of a Ski Season Junkie

jhcr — Tue, 19 Aug 2008 17:18:00 GMT

'Tis the season. Pre-ski season. It's a phenomenon in many a ski town. It's about this time of year that snow junkies start jonzing for shorter, colder days and mountain top dustings. The skis come out of the closet and hit the tuning table. www.MountainWeather.com starts to get a lot more traffic from those hoping that they'll see a storm cloud or two in the five-day forecast.

Of course, it's a little premature. It is only August after all. According to the seasonal calendar, we're still sitting squarely in summer. But a few things start to happen this time of year that get those of us who love to ski thinking winter a bit sooner than we might otherwise.

The first is the arrival of Skiing Magazine's annual Gear Guide, which showed up in mail boxes last week. Skiing has traditionally been the first of the ski rags to emerge from the summer slumber with a gentle reminder that November is just around the corner. And wouldn't you know it, at least three Jackson locals grace the inside pages, including professional skiers and gear testers, Charlotte Moats and Jeff Annetts and ski photographer Chris Figenshau. It's hard to walk by any flat surface, from the grungy top of a ski bum coffee table to a professional workspace desk, without seeing the black cover and screaming neon green lettering that reads, "GEAR GUIDE."

Soon, Powder and SKI magazines will follow suit with their innaugural 08/09 issues. But before they do, Labor Day ski sales and swaps will be happening on every corner and in every ski shop from here to Who-ville. Those who are more skiwear savy than myself (I tend to stick to basic all black) will start researching the new attire trends. Is it a mono-chrome year? Or is an all-orange outfit so 2004? Is neon in? And how do we feel about one-pieces this season?

After the skis have been tuned and the ski clothes purchased and the ski magazines are littering floors and tables and night stands, it's time for ski movie premiers. If you grew up skiing, then you've probably been to at least one of these. You know, those classic ski films that feature the iconic say-so of Warren Miller as he voices over the likes of Glen Plake and Scott Schmidt doing back scratchers in their neon North Face one-pieces. And if you get your pre-season fix from these films, then you're probably a frequenter of productions from Matchstick, Level 1, Nimbus Independent, Poor Boyz, Rage Films and Jackson's local ski film production house, Teton Gravity Research.

Of course, it's all down hill from there. Once you've been teased with big screen powder shots, there's no turning back. It's time to train with squats and lunges and hikes up the nearest hill with skis or a snowboard strapped to your pack. Okay, maybe not. But with the arrival of that glorious Gear Guide last week, we did see the start of the pre-season madness. Get out the wax and check out the pre-season trailors. Lunges and squats are optional.