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The Jackson Hole Chamber of Commerce is proud to present Old West Days along with ElkFest each year. One of the features of Old West Days is the season premiere of the Jackson Hole Shootout, now in its sixth decade. Community events bring visitors and residents together to celebrate the

heritage and culture of Jackson Hole. View the complete schedule of events inside or visit www.jacksonholechamber.com/events!

ElkFest and Old West Days: Celebrating the Heritage of the Old West

May 2012www.jacksonholechaMber.coM

your chamber Quarterly

May 19-May 20ElkFest: Featuring the Elk Antler Auction and High Noon Chili Cook Off

May 23-28Mountain Man Rendezvous

May 25-2831st Annual Old West Days: Featuring a Parade, Brew Fest, and More!

Thursday, May 31Italy at Its Best Reception & Mixer

Thursday, june 7 from 7:30-9:00amBusiness Over Breakfast at e.leaven Food Company

Thursday, june 14 from 5:00-7:00pmChamber Mixer TBA

Inside Your Chamber Quarterly...

Page 2: letter from the chair

Pages 3: economic Indicators

Page 5: sustainable Tourism

Page 7: elkFest & old west Days schedule

Upcoming chamber events

Our Commitment to Economy, Community, and Environment

Page 8:new Members

For more information about upcoming chamber events, please visit www.jacksonholechamber.com/events.Take a moment to explore the community events and upload the events your business or organization is holding.

Thursday, june 28 from 5:00-7:00pmChamber Mixer with Teton Village Association

wednesday, july 4Howdy Pardner Fourth of July Parade

Thursday, july 12 from 5:00-7:00pmChamber Mixer with Mad River Boat Trips

Thursday, july 26 from 5:00-7:00pmChamber Mixer with Gary Bennet State Farm

Thursday, august 2 from 7:30-9:00amBusiness Over Breakfast at National Museum of Wildlife Art

Thursday, august 9 from 5:00-7:00pmChamber Mixer with Snake River Lodge & Spa

Thursday, august 23Chamber Mixer with Homewood Suites by Hilton

As we near the fiscal year’s end, I’m pleased to report Jackson Hole Chamber of Commerce has notched some notable accomplishments. A few key committee and chamber staff initiatives include:

Visitor Services rallied businesses and residents •through its “10 % Home” and “Great ‘til 8” initiatives. These, combined with the summer’s Ambassador program, drove customers to your businesses.Ma r k e t i n g / To u r i s m / C o m m u n i c a t i o n s •established its most aggressive destination sales presence in many years at the country’s leading travel trade shows.Membership continues to grow (see closing •paragraph) due to an increased emphasis on orientation, benefits and networking. Special Events increased the number of Chamber •

jackson hole chaMber oF coMMerce, May 2012 -

a letter from the jackson hole chamber of commerce chair

ExEcutivE DirEctortim o’DonoghuE

a letter from the executive DirectorAs many of you are aware, Teton County is gradually climbing out of the recession that the nation has been experiencing. For example, a recent report from the Wyoming Office of Tourism has shown an increase in visitor spending of 12% and travel and tourism jobs by 4% in 2011 over 2010 in Teton County. Our sales tax numbers show an increase of 7% for July through February 2011 over the same months in 2010. Real estate sales have been increasing steadily in certain price ranges in the Teton County market. While these and other sectors of our local economy become stronger and others not as much, it is important for us to learn the lessons of the recession, including the business practices that worked for businesses to survive and in some cases, thrive. We cannot expect to achieve different results as businesses and an economy going forward if we conduct business and see our economy as in the past. As described elsewhere in this newsletter, Teton County has been selected by the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) to be one of the few destinations in the world that will participate in its program to implement the most widely accepted sustainable tourism criteria and standards. This is an excellent opportunity for our community to evolve our tourism-based economy into an economy that integrates our tourism industry policies and practices with the environmental, social, and economic sustainability principles contained in the GSTC’s standards. It is an opportunity to integrate our community’s environmental, social, and economic values into the policies and practices of our businesses, organizations, and government. Participation in this program is being led by the Jackson Hole Chamber of Commerce and would not be possible without the financial and in-kind support of the following businesses and organizations:

Platinum levelJackson Hole Travel & Tourism Board and lodging tax

Gold level1% for the TetonsAlpine Inn & SpaJackson Hole Chamber of CommerceJackson Hole Mountain ResortJackson Hole News & GuideLexington at Jackson HoleTeton County

silver levelCarney-Logan-Burke ArchitectsFour Seasons Jackson HoleGrand Teton Lodge Company

Lower Valley EnergyRiverwind FoundationWort Hotel

bronze levelAramark Togwotee LLCBlue Spruce CleanersThe BunneryEco Tour AdventuresFirst Interstate BankHawtin Jorgensen ArchitectsHigh Country LinensHotel TerraJackson Hole Energy Sustainability ProjectJackson Whole GrocerRendezvous River SportsSignal Mountain LodgeTeton MotorsTeton Mountain LodgeXanterra Parks & ResortsYellowstone-Teton Clean Energy Coalition

The Jackson Hole Chamber of Commerce is grateful to the support of these businesses and organizations, and looks forward to beginning the program and process of becoming more sustainable as a community and recognized world-wide as a leading sustainable tourism destination.

events designed to increase tourist traffic and spending. Governance & Planning piloted •the Chamber through adopting new bylaws, board restructuring and garnering a four-star rating from the U.S. Chamber of CommerceGovernment & Community •Affairs enabled Jackson Hole to be one of a handful of destinations worldwide to be included in an early adopter program of the Global Sustainable Tourism Council. The Executive committee has worked hard to •align the Chamber with the Jackson Hole Travel & Tourism board efforts to attract and service valley visitors. In the current environment, lodging tax dollars are an extremely important part of our destination’s overall effort to market shoulder and winter seasons.

Looking to next fiscal year, I want to introduce the people who want seats on the Chamber board and list those who wish to stand for reelection. The executive committee is recommending approval of this slate of candidates. Once the votes are compiled, we will welcome the slate to the board in July. Proposed new members to the board are John Morgan, Dialogue Business Strategy, Inc; Oly Olson, Jackson Hole Real Estate Associates; and Levi Thorn,

Grand Teton Lodge Company. Those who plan to return for second terms are Stephan Abrams, The Liquor Store; Julie Faupel, Jackson Hole Real Estate Associates; Tim Harland, Snake River Brewing Co.; Jeff Rousch, Wyoming Outfitters; Scott Smith, One to One Wellness; Jim Webb, Lower Valley Energy. Joining the Board’s Executive Committee as Treasurer is Mike Halpin of Lost Creek Ranch and the Meridian Group. Some dedicated folks are

leaving our board after years of service and I’d like to recognize their contributions. Thank you John Rutter, Carrie Boynton, Andria Clancy, Amanda Flosbach and Diana Waycott. We appreciate our returning board members’ hard work. Through their work and support of Chamber staff, we’re well positioned to advocate for Jackson Hole businesses. In closing, I want to make sure you know your membership in the Chamber matters. With your ongoing support and the recruitment efforts of the staff and board, the Chamber’s membership is now at an all-time high. This month, we welcomed our 901st member and we’re still growing. Let’s make it a great summer of commerce for all.

chair KEvin olson

chaIrkevin olson, Jackson Hole News&Guide

chaIr-elecTjim waldrop, Wort Hotel VIce chaIrscott anderson, Jackson Hole Radio and Great Western Lodging TreasUrer anna olson, Jackson Hole Mountain Resort

PasT chaIrjohn rutter, Grand Teton Lodge Company

oFFIcers:

boarD oF DIrecTors:stephan abrams, The Liquor Storecarrie boynton, Jackson Hole Ski and Snowboard Clubandria clancy, Clancy Constructionbrianna Farmer, Jackson Bootleggerjulie Faupel, Jackson Hole Real Estate Associates amanda Flosbach, Dancers’ Workshoprod everett, Stagecoach BarMike halpin, Lost Creek Ranch Tim harland, Snake River Brewing Co.joe Madera, Homewood Suites by Hiltonjeff roush, Wyoming OutfittersMichael sillman, Bank of Jackson Holescott smith, One to One WellnessDiana waycott, The Lexington at Jackson Holejim webb, Lower Valley Energy *

The Jackson Hole Chamber of Commerce is pleased to present the 2nd Annual Jackson Hole Marathon Events on Sunday, September 23 beginning at 7:30am. The Marathon course will start near the Town Square, wind through neighborhoods within the town, and then utilize the community pathway system to bring participants to the finish line in Teton Village. After a successful inaugural year in 2011, the Jackson Hole Marathon has become one of the newest destination races in the world. For more information and to register, please visit www.jacksonholemarathon.com.


lodging statistics

Jan 40% 42% $161.31 $156.93Feb 53% 60% $170.51 $168.55March 43% 47% $149.75 $169.73April 13% $88.79 May 34% $123.89 June 67% $208.25 July 89% $231.18 Aug 88% $231.03 Sept 83% $190.22 Oct 35% $120.50 Nov 13% $86.34 Dec 49% $162.28

2011 %occupancy

2012 %occupancy

average daily rates 2011

average daily rates 2012

jan-March 2011

jan-March 2012

% change

Grand Teton national Park

yellowstone national Park

jh Greater yellowstone Visitor center

jackson hole airport enplanements

131,120

71,419

52,369

73,675

109,735

72,747

52,640

67,597

-16%

2%

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-8%

area Visitation Information First Quarter 2012

The Jackson Hole Chamber of Commerce is proud to produce the Jackson Hole Economic Dashboard each month. Complete numbers are generally posted to the Chamber website during the second week of each month. Visit www.jacksonholechamber.com/business. Would you like to receive the monthly Jackson Hole Economic Dashboard and weekly Lodging Barometer? Sign up for the Business List Serve. Contact Kate Foster, Communications Manager, [email protected]. Would you like more information about the Lodging Barometer? Contact Casey Stout, Executive Assistant, [email protected].

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save the Date: 2nd annual jackson hole Marathon

The Jackson Hole Marathon will be the centerpiece event of Jackson Hole - Destination Wellness, an initiative to promote health and wellness of the mind, body, spirit, and earth. Jackson Hole and the greater Teton area offer to visitors and residents a rich diversity of events, programs, facilities, services, and products. Jackson Hole, with its focus on health, wellness, and recreation; incredible expertise in a variety of arts and disciplines; and awe-inspiring mountain scenery and wildlife; is ideal as your destination for wellness! Residents and visitors are invite to come explore mind, body, spirit, and earth in presentations, workshops, exhibitions, arts, and activities. Experience the healing power of this place we call Jackson Hole. Other Jackson Hole - Destination Wellness 2012 highlights include the Community Fall Festival set for Saturday, September 22 and the Teton Wellness Summit featuring noted author Michael Pollan. For more information, please visit www.jacksonholechamber.com/health. *Take

note!affordable Marketing to Get noticed and leverage your web PresenceThe Jackson Hole Chamber of Commerce Lowdown E-Newsletter, a convenient distillation of each week’s Chamber and community news, reaches more than 1,600 Jackson Hole Chamber of Commerce Members and community partners. Would you like to reach this local audience? The Chamber of Commerce is now offering advertising opportunities in the Lowdown E-Newsletter. Starting at just $55 per month, you can advertise to a proven audience and take advantage of click-through opportunities and tracking. Sign up for a six-month run beginning this spring and receive a Free page listing on www.jacksonholechamber.com! For more information, please contact Kate Foster, Communications Manager, [email protected] or 307.733.3316x104.

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jackson hole chamber of commerce recognized with Four star accreditation

The Jackson Hole Chamber of Commerce received a Four Star Accreditation by the US Chamber of Commerce. This places the Jackson Hole Chamber of Commerce in the top 2% of 6,936 chambers of commerce in the United States. The Jackson Hole Chamber of Commerce is the only accredited chamber of commerce in Wyoming and part of an elite group of 152 chambers of commerce nationwide that have been validated by

the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Accreditation Program as “having solid programs, demonstrating clear organizational procedures, and as being a catalyst for positive action in the community.” The US Chamber of Commerce states that “The Jackson Hole Chamber of Commerce has demonstrated a good track record of operating a successful chamber and achieving desirable results for its members. The U.S. Chamber of Commerce is proud to accredit the Jackson Hole Chamber of Commerce with our 4-Star designation. Congratulations on this remarkable achievement!” The Jackson Hole Chamber of Commerce improved upon its 2006 Three Star Accreditation. Jackson Hole Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Tim O’Donoghue stated, “Since 2006, we have worked at continuous improvement of our Member services, organizational capabilities and performance, and effectiveness at

championing the interests of local businesses, enhancing their prosperity, strengthening the economic climate of Teton County, and being an active contributor to the interests of business in the State of Wyoming. We have received this accreditation and recognition through a rigorous process conducted by a panel of industry experts and leaders. While we may never fully meet the accreditation criteria of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce because of our non-partisan, non-endorsement of political candidates, we are pleased to have received this accreditation and high-level recognition of our work and organization. I also believe our accreditation is a reflection of the excellence present in our business and overall community.” For more information on the Accreditation of the Jackson Hole Chamber of Commerce, please contact Tim O’Donoghue at 307.733.3316 or [email protected].

Kiva won $250 for shopping at MADE, Betsy won $150 for shopping at Wyoming Outfitters, and Pedra won $100 for shopping at Haagen Dazs. Prizes were awarded in Chamber Bucks, the shopping certificates that make it easy to Keep Your Bucks in Jackson Hole! Kiva commented that she loves shopping at unique local stores: “I like MADE because everything is handmade and that’s awesome. Whenever I go out of town, I never see a MADE store.” John Frechette, MADE Owner, commented, “MADE is just happy to be a part of this program and to provide a shop for locals to shop. We are excited to be a part of the community.” Remember, everyone wins when you Keep Your Bucks in Jackson Hole! Buying locally helps to create stronger tax revenues that support our trails, nonprofit organizations, parks, community events, and an overall strengthening of the valley’s economy. The Jackson Hole Chamber of Commerce would like to thank the participating businesses who worked to make Great Until 8 a success. For more information about Great Until 8, please contact Rick Howe, Director of Visitor Services, [email protected] or 307.733.3316x114.

Great Until 8 contest works to boost winter shopping

Drawing the winning entries: Jackson Hole Chamber of Commerce Chair,KevinOlson•RetailCommitteeChair,StephanAbrams•JacksonHole Chamber of Commerce Executive Director, Tim O’Donoghue

Presentation of First Prize:KivaMunnandJohnFrechetteofMADE•Kiva won $250 in Chamber Bucks for shopping at MADE between 6:00 and 8:00pm this winter!

jackson hole chamber of commerce retail committee works to create Tools for Members that support “keep your bucks in jackson hole”

The Jackson Hole Chamber of Commerce is pleased to congratulate the winners of the Great Until 8 contest, Kiva Munn, Betsy Bingle, and Pedra Avayala! The Jackson Hole Chamber of Commerce Retail Committee presented the Great Until 8 contest in collaboration with Keep Your Bucks in Jackson Hole, the local shopping initiative. Businesses extended their hours in an effort to encourage visitors and local residents to take time after a busy day on the slopes or at work or school to explore the unique offerings in Jackson Hole.


The Jackson Hole Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce that Teton County, Wyoming has been selected by the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) to participate in the Sustainable Tourism Destination Early Adopters Program. The GSTC represents the world’s leading travel companies, hotels, country tourism boards and tour operators, and agencies of the United Nations including the UN World Tourism Organization, UN Environment

Program, and UN Foundation. With 24 cosigning federal agencies, local government, businesses, and nonprofits, the Chamber applied in November for Teton County to be one of the destinations chosen by the GSTC to launch the most widely accepted sustainable tourism criteria and certification standards developed for destinations. These criteria and standards address sustainable destination management;

Teton county chosen for exclusive sustainable Tourism early adopters Programmaximizing social and economic benefits to the host community and minimizing negative impacts; maximizing benefits to communities, visitors and cultural heritage and minimizing negative impacts; and maximizing benefits to the environment. Teton County now joins a pioneering group of seven destinations worldwide that will lead the efforts of the GSTC to promote sustainability worldwide. Along with the State of Oregon, Teton County is the only destination selected in the United States. Other destinations selected include Costa Rica, Sierra Gorda in south central Mexico, Huangshan in the Anhui province in eastern China, and two other to-be-announced destinations. In return for its participation, Teton County will receive significant promotional benefits, international recognition and media coverage, an evaluation and recommendations from the GSTC for strengthening and unifying our destination’s sustainability policies and practices, and an opportunity to receive formal recognition as one of the world’s leading sustainable tourism destinations. For more information, please contact Tim O’Donoghue, Executive Director, [email protected] or 307.733.3316.

The Jackson Hole Chamber of Commerce is committed to being a leader in business sustainability and sustainable tourism in Jackson Hole and Teton County, Wyoming. We seek to preserve our natural and cultural heritage while contributing to local economic development and sustainability. We seek to inspire and educate our Member businesses and guests and introduce them to our authentic and incomparable natural and cultural heritage. We seek to engage our staff, suppliers, and community to work collaboratively towards a goal of improved sustainability for the destination we serve. We are working to promote sustainable business and destination policy and practices based upon the criteria developed by the Global Sustainable Tourism Council. In partnership with Sustainable Travel International, the Jackson Hole Chamber of Commerce is developing and implementing sustainability policy and practices in our organization and encouraging other businesses and organizations

The jackson hole chamber of commerce and The business of sustainabilityto do so as well. These policy and practices include the areas of Finances and Business Planning, Economic Development, Cultural Protection and Promotion, Environmental Stewardship, Education, Health and Safety, Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy, Purchasing, and Waste Management. We plan to receive certification from Sustainable Travel International for our demonstrated commitment to sustainability policy and practices. We also encourage businesses to participate in the Yellowstone Business Partnership’s Uncommon Sense Program. YBP provides a two-year training and mentorship program for adopting sustainable business policies and implementing sustainable business practices.

The Jackson Hole Chamber of Commerce celebrates the efforts of Alpine House Country Inn and Spa and Grand Teton Lodge Company, two businesses who have been recognized by Sustainable Travel International for being a sustainable and responsible business with best practices that address environmental, economic, and social impacts guided by the philosophy of the “Triple Bottom Line: People, Planet, Profit.” The Jackson Hole Chamber of Commerce is pleased to work with National Geographic on the Greater Yellowstone Geotourism Mapguide and website. According to National Geographic, Geotourism is tourism that sustains or enhances the

what are jackson hole businesses Doing To Make a Difference Today? geographical character of a place — its environment, culture, aesthetics, heritage, and the well-being of its residents. Visit www.yellowstonegeotourism.org for more information. Sustainable Tourism is tourism that leads to the management of all resources in such a way that economic, social, and aesthetic needs can be fulfilled while maintaining cultural integrity, essential ecological processes, biological diversity, and life support systems. The Jackson Hole Chamber of Commerce knows that the success of our business community and economy is tied directly to the health of our environment and community. Jackson Hole is one of the most beautiful places on earth, with

stunning vistas and pristine wildlands, an abundance of wildlife, unparalleled recreational opportunities, authentic western heritage, and a vibrant cultural and local business community. In order to protect, promote, and sustain these qualities and become a true sustainable tourism destination, Jackson Hole businesses, local government, and nongovernmental organizations have been implementing sustainability measures in our buildings and infrastructure, energy sources, operations, and logistics. Importantly, our community is working together to protect and sustain what makes the experience of being here authentic and treasured for visitors and residents alike.

learn More: www.jacksonholechamber.com/initiatives/sustainable_tourism.php.


standing Tall: chamber supports business leadership Training The University of Wyoming College Of Business and the Center for Cowboy Ethics and Leadership have joined forces with the Wyoming Chamber Partnership to offer a leadership program which uses “The Code of the West” as its organizing concept. The goal of the program is to inspire Wyoming’s businesspeople to serve as principled leaders in their companies, industries, and communities at large. “We wanted to underscore the point that what matters are actions . . . not words,” says Jim Owen, founder of the Center for Cowboy Ethics and Leadership and best-selling author of the Code of the West trilogy: “Cowboy Ethics,” “Cowboy Values,” and “The Try.” “For companies as well as individuals, it’s not enough to espouse a code. You have to strive to live by it each and every day.” The following individuals, businesses, and organizations have demonstrated a commitment to leadership and ethics in business policies and practices by attending a Standing Tall In an Upside Down World – Code of the West workshop and signing their certificate. The certificate contains a pledge to “Live my code each day; finding tangible ways to put my principles into action; being a role model for principled leadership; and giving of myself in community service.”

Jennifer Brannen, Silver Star Communications • Karen Connelly, St. John’s Medical CenterKieran Gallagher, Signal Mountain Lodge • Timothy O’Donoghue, Jackson Hole Chamber of Commerce

George Scherer, Silver Star Communication • Tom Sheue, Summit Insurance Services, Inc.

richard Uhl, First Interstate bank Visit www.jacksonholechamber.com/initiatives/business_leadership for more information and look for new opportunities to learn about “The Code of the West.”

The Jackson Hole Chamber of Commerce is proud to partner with Noble Travel to present “Italy at Its Best,” an exclusive tour. Experience the beauty and culture of Rome, Tuscany, Florence, and the Amalfi Coast with a small delegation of Jackson Hole business professionals and community members from October 7 through October 16, 2012. Highlights will include a reception with the Chamber of Commerce in Florence that will provide an insider’s view of the international tourism economy. The trip pricing per person based on double occupancy is 3,700 Euro. The exchange rate to US Dollars is $4,832 as of 4/5/12. For more information, including a complete itinerary, please contact Nancy Porthan and Joni Weed at Noble Travel, 307.734.8200. The group size is limited, so call today to experience “Italy at Its Best!” Nobel Travel is a member of Virtuoso, specialists in the art of travel. Make your reservations today!

highlights of an exclusive harvest season Tour

Italy at Its Best

*Rome

*Florence

*Amalfi Coast

*Tuscany

Making connections worldwide

Experience a First-of-its-Kind •Business and Cultural Exchange with Like-Minded Travelers Beautifully Planned by Italian •Destination Specialists Proceeds Will Benefit the Jackson •Hole Chamber of CommerceUnsurpassed Accommodations at •Castel MonasteroCooking Class with Family •BarucciReception with Florence •Chamber of CommerceBook Today! •Reservations Close June 15•Installment Payments Due 90 •and 60 Days Prior to Departure Call Nancy at 307.734.8200•


Jackson Hole is proud to host the 31st Annual Old West Days Celebration. Jackson Hole has long been referred to as “The Last of the Old West.” With our rich history, it’s no wonder Old West Days is a favorite among visitors and locals alike. Visitors from all over the country come to delight in the live music, theatrical entertainment, arts and crafts, delicious food, rodeo events and much more!

FrIDay, May 25

9:00am-5:00pm •MountainManRendezvousand Traders’ Row at the Teton County Fairgrounds

8:00am-6:00pm •JacksonHoleAntlerRendezvousattheTetonCounty Fair Building

6:00pm•JacksonHoleShootoutonTownSquare

5:00-8:00pm•JacksonHoleRotaryWineFestatSnowKingEvents Center. Purchase tickets in advance or at the door.

7:00pm•KickoffattheBarJwiththeNationallyAcclaimedBarJ Wranglers: Call 307.733.3370 for reservations.

7:30pm •REELPaddlingFilmFestivalatPinkGarterTheatre

saTUrDay, May 26

9:00am-5:00pm •MountainManRendezvousandTraders’Rowatthe Teton County Fairgrounds


10:00am •31stAnnualOldWestDaysParadeatTownSquare:Experience one of the last and best horse-drawn parades of the Old West!

11:00am-5:00pm•OldWestBrewFestonTownSquare:Enjoyavariety of beers from regional breweries.

11:30am-4:00pm•OldTownEntertainmentonTownSquarewith Country Western Music, Kids Crafts & Activities, and More!

11:00am-5:00pm•StageCoachRidesonTownSquare


8:00pm•JacksonHoleRodeoattheTetonCountyFairgrounds.Formore information, please call 307.733.7980.

sUnDay, May 27

9:00am-5:00pm •MountainManRendezvousandTraders’Rowatthe Teton County Fairgrounds


10:00am•WyomingCowboyChurchonTownSquare


12:00pm •HistoricDowntownWalkingTour:MeetattheJacksonHole Historical Society and Museum to visit some of the most notable buildings in Jackson.

MonDay, May 28

9:00am •MountainManMemorialDayCeremonyatTetonCounty Fairgrounds followed by American Legion Memorial Day Service at Town Square.

9:00am •“AllCowbyAction”ShootingMatchattheJacksonHoleGun Club Range



elkFest scheduleElkFest, a weekend of activities built around the 45th annual world-famous Jackson Hole Boy Scout Elk Antler Auction, is an exciting time for celebrating nature, outdoor skills, hunting, and ecological education and awareness. The Boy Scouts assist the Refuge with harvesting shed antlers and auction them to bidders from around the world who make furniture, wall decorations, and jewelry. Proceeds go back to the National Elk Refuge.

saTUrDay, May 19 All Events on Town Square Except Where Noted

7:00am•BoyScoutAssociationElkAntlerAuctionLotViewingBegins7:00am-1:00pm•FoodCourt7:00am-1:00pm•JacksonHoleHistoricalSociety&MuseumBooth9:00am-3:00pm•PrivateAntlerSaleNorthoftheTownSquare8:00am-2:00pm•RockyMountainElkFoundationGreatElkTour: Visit the premier traveling conservation exhibit with some of the largest bull elk in the world! Sponsored by the National Elk Refuge.9:00am-1:00pm•Kids’Corner:Enjoyeducationaltablesandgames sponsored by Wyoming Game & Fish, Jackson Hole Weed Management Association, the National Elk Refuge, and the Jackson Hole Historical Society.9:00am•RegistrationforBoyScoutsofAmericaAntlerAuction9:00am - 9:45am•FreeconcertbyJacksonHoleCommunityBand9:00am-1:00pm•ElkFestGiftBoothSponsoredbytheGrandTeton Association: Purchase your exclusive 2012 ElkFest t-shirts and ball caps. All proceeds benefit the National Elk Refuge.10:00am-1:00pm • World Famous Jackson Hole Boy Scout Elk Antler Auction10:00am-1:00pm•JacksonB.S.A.BoyScoutandCubScoutExpo5:00pm•RockyMountainElkFoundationCasinoGamesandSilent Auction at the Bar J Chuckwagon7:00pm•RockyMountainElkFoundationBigGameBanquetAnnual Fundraising Dinner at the Bar J Chuckwagon: For more information, contact Chuck Teske at 307.739.0951 or Michelle Kren at 307.203.2470 or [email protected].

MoUnTaIn Man renDezVoUs anD TraDers rowsaTUrDay, May 23-MonDay, May 28 9:00am-6:00pm Daily•TradersRow,CandyCannon,Bow&Arrow Competition, Hawk & Knife Competition, and Atlatl Competition at the Teton County Fairgrounds. Continues through Old West Days. For more information, please contact Dale Bollman at 307.699.1651.

jackson hole hIGh noon chIlI cook-oFFsUnDay, May 20 beginning at 12:00pm •Teamscompetetodeliverthebest tastes of chili in the West! Professional and amateur teams will take pride to serve you up some of the best chili to wrap up the ElkFest weekend. While tasting the hot chili, cold beer will be available to purchase from Snake River Brewing Company. For more information, please contact Katie Wolitarsky, 307.733.3316 or [email protected].

Pictured: 2010 Professional Category Winner, Snake River Brewing Company.

old west Days schedule

Visit www.jacksonholechamber.com/events for information!VolUnTeer: email [email protected]!

Contact Us: 307.733.3316 • 112 Center Street [email protected]

Jackson Hole Chamber of Commerce Staff:

alpine wilderness Photography• american Park network• animal adoption center• avalanche Transportation, llc• big r ranch and home• cactus Marketing communications, • Inc.charture Institute• chasing Tails, llc• Chippy’s Kitchen/Great Expectations • cateringclare Payne symmons• creative curiosity Graphics• Detail Driven• Dogjax• ed cheramy• estate collectables• excel Physical Therapy• Farmers Insurance, David ottley • agencyFarmers Market on the square• Fireside jackson hole• Fish The Fly Guide service• Gliffen Designs, llc• Grand Teton skating academy• Granite Management• habits, llc• horizon Fine art• Idaho kidney Institute• Imagine jackson• Iron creek Photography• jackson hole babysitting, Inc.• jackson hole campground• jackson hole Gun club• jackson hole latenight • Transportationjackson hole Packraft• jackson hole Photo Tours•

welcoMe new MeMbers!For more information about jackson hole chamber of commerce Members, please visit

www.jacksonholechamber.com and click on “Member Directory.”

Executive DirectorTim O’[email protected]

Bookkeeperchristie [email protected]

Communications Managerkate [email protected]

Director of Visitor Services rick [email protected]

Events Coordinatorkatie [email protected]

Director of Special EventsMaureen [email protected]

Executive Assistant casey stout [email protected]

Lead Visitor Services Agentkathy [email protected]

Membership Managerkent [email protected]

Visitor Services Agentssandra bockmanrenee bruchsteve roberts

VolunteersDiane wynn (AJ Derosa’s Sleigh Ride /Snowshoe / Wooden Boat River Tours)

Internjenny hansen

jackson hole rotary supper club• jackson hole shrine club• k2 Technologies• Kate’s• Knobe’s Office Supply & Equipment• lotus cafe• Mill Iron ranch• northwestern Mutual - brendan • McDermott, Financial representativeon locaTIon hair Design and • Makeuprare Gallery of Fine art• robb w Fletcher Insurance agency, • Inc.rock lobster lifestyle boutique• rocky Mountain connections• rodan and Fields• snow king sports and event center• so what llc - Presentation Design• spirit-books, Gifts, life• summit Insurance services, Inc.• Teton healing arts• Teton Tactical• Teton Toast Masters• Teton Toys• Teton Valley realty• Teton whitewater, llc• The spotting scope newspaper• Tibbitts Transportation, llc• Trailblazer Foundation• Twenty Two home• Vertical harvest of jackson hole• Vista 360°• Vr Interactive Media, llc• wyoFilm - wyoming Film Initiative• wyoming Public Media• yellowstone-Teton clean energy • coalition

jackson hole celebrates national Travel & Tourism week The Jackson Hole Chamber of Commerce was proud to participate in National Travel & Tourism Week held the beginning of May. Travel is at the heart of Wyoming’s economic security. It generates thousands of jobs and billions in taxes, and is a vital resource in improving Wyoming’s image in the world. The Jackson Hole Chamber

of Commerce would like to thank the Wyoming Office of Tourism for selecting Jackson Hole as a signature community. Travel is a vital economic resource for Jackson Hole. The Jackson Hole Chamber of Commerce would like to remind our Members and the general community that, along with the amazing natural resources and recreational opportunities, a memorable travel experience can be created through exceptional customer service. Do you know someone who deserves recognition for going above and beyond? Make a nomination for the Western Hospitality Award! Simply email your story to Kate Foster, Communications Manager, [email protected]. For more information, please call 307.733.3316. Thank you to our sponsors who have shown a commitment to customer service: Blue Lion Restaurant, The Harmonic Spa, Homewood Suites by Hilton, Judge Roy Bean’s Old Time Photos, Lexington Jackson Hole, Jackson Bootlegger, and MADE.

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