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This
spectacular valley in the mountains offers residents and visitors alike an
unparalleled array of outdoor activities for year-round enjoyment. From
world-class skiing, snowmobiling, backcountry touring and dog sledding in
the winter to hiking, rafting, fly fishing, mountain biking and rock
climbing in the summer, there is fun and challenge for everyone.
In addition
to the incredible scenery and unlimited recreational opportunities,
Jackson is also known for its genuine western charm, as the fifth
nationally recognized arts center in the nation, and for quality events
such as Old West Days and Fall Arts Festival.
Once
primarily a community comprised of ranchers, Jackson’s residents now
pursue careers in a broad range of industries from ranching to hospitality
and tourism, construction, professional services and technology.
The highly
diverse community, seasonal residents and vacation homeowners, add to the
special feel of this small western town.
Due to the
abundance of public lands and the conservation efforts to protect open
space, the Town of Jackson has a very limited amount of land for
development. Many individuals commute from areas such as Victor and Driggs,
Idaho, and Pinedale, Alpine and Dubois, Wyoming.
Although
Jackson Hole has undergone change since homestead settlement in the
1880’s, the reasons people come to the area remain the same. The old West
feeling of small town hospitality, the people, scenery and recreational
activities continue to attract people from all over the country and world.
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