5.0 PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT (improvements)

This document is the fifth revision to the original Mountain Master Plan for the Jackson Hole Mountain Resort (JHMR). Although very similar to the plan that was submitted to and accepted by the Forest Service in 2004, a moderate number of changes have been made throughout this development proposal. Many of the changes consist of proposed summer activities. The improvements recommended for the upgrading and expansion of Jackson Hole Mountain Resort reflect identified resource opportunities and constraints in conjunction with the findings that resulted from the analysis of existing facilities. The improvements also incorporate the expectation for continued growth in demand and recognize skier preferences as indicated by market research. The purpose of the Master Plan is to produce a road map for development that ensures the greatest practical use of the existing lands, while remaining sensitive to myriad environmental considerations. The Master Plan is a dynamic document and will be implemented to reflect market demand. It is the objective of the development process to produce a high quality experience, both winter and summer, throughout the recreation area located within the Special Use Permit (SUP) boundary. Accordingly, the plan is tailored to improve Jackson Hole’s ability to respond to market needs/skier demands through development of a more year-round resort experience. This should not only improve the ski area’s current market niche, but also help to attract new users on a year-round basis.

Starting in 2005, the focus of improvements at the resort shifted from projects outlined in the 2004 plan to replacing the old Aerial Tram. Environmental approval of the 2004 plan was delayed for many years due to the approval and construction of the new tram.

The major changes incorporated into this updated plan compared to the 2004 Master Development Plan consists of the following:

 Additional conveyor lifts (covered carpet)  Elimination of proposed Lower Sublette and Timbered Island lifts.  Additional on-mountain storage and operations facilities.  Additional summer activities including zip-lines, ropes courses, hiking/biking trails, etc.  Additional Avalanche Hazard Reduction infrastructure and equipment.  Combine the previously proposed Solitude lift and the existing Sweetwater lift into one high speed lift with a mid-unload.

The improvements proposed in this section of the MDP are depicted on Figure 5.1. All proposals are shown at the conceptual level. Prior to implementation of any component of the plan, it will be necessary to generate detailed construction plans for each proposed improvement.

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FIGURE 5.1 UPGRADE PLAN (BUILD-OUT)

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During the course of the planning process, a number of alternatives have been evaluated for the upgrade and expansion of Jackson Hole Mountain Resort. In formulating the improvement plan the following design criteria have been considered.

 Consistent Fall Line – This analysis identifies the most natural flow of skier traffic, as well as the optimum skiing routes to serve specific skier ability levels from top to bottom on a consistent basis.  Trail Classification Distribution – The new and upgraded ski trails were designed with a focus on attempting to provide a distribution of trail classifications that will more closely match the ability level profile of the national skier market.  Optimum Skier Density (per acre) on Trails – The installation of new lifts has been suggested in order to balance the uphill capacity of each lift with the downhill capacity of the terrain that it serves.  Reasonable Waiting Lines for Lifts – Low trail densities have been balanced with hourly uphill capacities on lifts. A maximum of ten minute waits in lift lines has been specified for peak hour operations, with the exception of the Tram. Waiting times for the Tram can at times exceed 20 minutes.  Chairlift Alignments – The construction of lift terminals is suggested where practical in terms of terrain (gradients), circulation, and ease of integration with existing skiing facilities.  Support Facility Requirements – This critical element of planning incorporates the interface of vehicular, pedestrian and skier circulation, as well as skier support services, maintenance and utilities.  More On-Mountain Restaurant Seating – The plan will incorporate the expansion and replacement of some restaurants.

Throughout this document the words skiing or skier refer to anyone moving over the snow surface utilizing some type of winter sports equipment. This includes skis, snowboards, blades, randonnee, telemark, Nordic, and other types of equipment.

PROPOSED IMPROVEMENTS Improvements proposed in this MDP update are described in the sections below. The proposed improvements have been generated by a collaborative effort by the management of the Jackson Hole Mountain Resort, the U.S. Forest Service, comments from the general public and the resort design firm of S.E. Group. All of the various departments within resort operations (Mountain Operations, Mountain Sports School, etc.) have had input into the various design elements outlined below. These improvements are designed to increase the desirability of the mountain and better match the ability level of the resort to that of the national skier market.

Until this document receives final environmental review approval from the USFS, previous MDPs, which were approved through several NEPA reviews, will be in effect and used to guide development.

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5.1 Lifts (proposed)

The lift upgrade program is intended to be implemented over a period of years with timing priorities to be established according to demand and available capital. Specifications for the proposed lifts are summarized below in Table 5.1. A general description of each lift is as follows:

 Teton (High Speed Quad)

A new high-speed detachable quad chair in an area of the mountain called Crags is again proposed in this MDP update. The top of this lift would be located on the north boundary of the ski area providing access to excellent advanced intermediate and expert terrain. It also would provide improved efficiency of avalanche hazard reduction activities.

 Sweetwater (eight passenger gondola w/mid-unload)

This new lift will provide much needed out of base capacity. The top terminal of the lift will be located in one of two locations. The first option would be in the same location as the unload area of the existing Sweetwater triple chair lift. Significant grading (cutting) at the unload terminal is required. The material that is cut from the site will be used on the skier’s right side of Easy-Does-It run to eliminate an existing cross slope. The second top terminal option would be located between Wide Open and Kemmerer trails at a location known as Croaky Crossing. This lift will provide significant more access capacity to the Casper and Teton lifts. The mid-unload design will provide access to the Solitude facility in both summer and winter seasons. Sweetwater will be designed and installed as a gondola.

 Slalom (Fixed Grip Quad)

This fixed grip quad chair would provide secondary access to the Thunder chair via Amphitheatre Traverse. It would only run part of the season when it is needed for race events and/or for upper mountain access during busy peak holiday periods.

 Solitude#1 (Handle Tow)

The existing Pooh Bear handle tow will be relocated to a location adjacent to the Solitude facility. This lift will serve novice level skiers enrolled in Mountain Sports School (MSS) classes.

 Solitude #2 (Conveyor)

This conveyor would be accessed by the new Sweetwater lift and be used primarily by the MSS.

 Eagle’s Rest (Fixed Grip Triple)

To better utilize the existing Eagle’s Rest run and other novice terrain, a fixed grip triple lift would be installed along the south edge of Eagle’s Rest run. The lower terminal of the lift would be located approximately 275 yards above the base area. The lift capacity would be 1,200 pph and have a vertical rise of approximately 250 feet. The top of the lift would be installed approximately 150 feet uphill 79

FIGURE 5.2 LIFTS (PROPOSED)

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from the unload point of the existing Eagle’s Rest lift. The top portion of the run would be completely re-graded to create new novice terrain with a grade of approximately 25 percent.

 Fort Wyoming #2 (Conveyor)

This conveyor would provide access to additional beginner terrain for guests using the Kids Ranch. It would be 200 ft. long and covered. A moderate amount of tree removal is required for this installation along with extensive grading of the site.

 Cody Bowl (Handle Tow)

This new tow would be installed on the “Powder 8” face of Cody Bowl in approximately the same location as a handle tow previously installed on this slope. It would be used primarily for spring/summer ski and snowboard camps. The tow would have a capacity of 600 pph and a vertical rise of approximately 425 feet. Upgrading and extending the existing summer access road will be required to facilitate lift construction and summer maintenance. This lift does not contribute to the resort capacity due to the fact it would not operate during the normal winter season.

 Cody Bowl Return (chair/surface lift)

This lift would only serve as an access lift for skiers utilizing the Cody Bowl area. It would not run on a continual basis and would provide easy access back into the resort when snow conditions limit the use of backcountry terrain.

The existing lifts, with the exception of Eagle’s Rest and Sweetwater, would remain in their current configurations and continue with their same capacities. At build-out of the resort, there will be the following number and types of lifts operating during the winter season.

Total number of lifts at Build-out:

High Speed lifts (incl. tram) 7

Fixed Grip lifts 8

Handle Tows/Conveyors 6*

Total number of lifts 21

*The Granite Ridge handle tow is included in the above total even though it is located on private land.

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TABLE 5.1 PROPOSED LIFT SPECIFICATIONS AT BUILD-OUT Design Proposed Slope Operating Vertical Average Hourly Hourly Year Lift Name Type Length Rope Speed Rise (ft) Grade (%) Capacity Capacity Built (ft) (fpm) (pph) (pph) A Aerial Tram Aerial Tram 12,500 4,139 35 650 650 2008 1,970 B Bridger G8 8,692 2,747 33 2,400 1,800 1997 900 C Eagle’s Rest (new) C3 1,396 287 20 1,600 1,200 - 375 D Teewinot DC4 2,605 395 13 2,400 1,800 1996 900 E Apres Vous DC4 5,098 1,749 37 2,400 2,100 1999 900 F Sweetwater (new) G8 5,200 1,440 29 2,400 2,000 - 900 G Casper DC4 3,390 1,040 32 2,030 1,950 2012 900 H Marmot C2 3,281 1,208 40 1,100 1,000 2011 450 I Thunder C4 3,612 1,456 42 1,650 1,500 1994 450 J Sublette C4 4,108 1,630 43 1,650 1,460 1987 450 K Union Pass C4 1,830 260 12 1,200 960 2000 375 L Moose Creek C4 1,222 195 17 1,200 960 2000 375 M Teton DC4 4,106 1,618 43 2,100 1,900 - 900 N Granite Ridge Handle Tow 440 20 10 600 500 2001 300 O Solitude #1 Handle Tow 240 22 10 600 600 - 300 P Fort Wyoming #1 Conveyor 100 12 10 1,000 900 1998 100 Q Fort Wyoming #2 Conveyor 170 20 12 900 810 - 100 R Slalom C4 5,000 1,733 37 1,600 1,500 - 450 T Solitude #2 Conveyor 280 36 13 900 810 - 100 U Cody Bowl Handle Tow 1,220 425 37 600 540 - 300 V Cody Bowl Return C3 1,020 185 19 1,600 1,200 - 375

Subtotal Aerial Lifts 20,500 Subtotal Surface Lifts 5,640

TOTAL ALL LIFTS 26,140

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5.2 Terrain Enhancement and Expansion (proposed)

With a few exceptions, the proposed upgraded trail system respects the natural fall line, resulting in the development of trails that are more enjoyable to ski, less expensive to construct, and have less impact on the environment. A majority of the new trail construction would occur on the upper mountain in conjunction with the installation of the proposed Teton chairlift. New trail construction would also take place on the lower mountain to increase egress trail capacity into the base area. As a means of providing a smooth surface on which to build snow cover, much of the new trail work will include the removal of stumps and rocks followed by grading, fertilizing, seeding, and the re-establishment of natural ground cover. Trail work associated with the Teton lift would utilize natural tree clearings where possible, thus reducing the amount of tree removal. Where tree removal is required to create a safe skier experience, efforts would be made to avoid visually hard edges or lines. Man-made openings would be interspersed to visually simulate the natural surroundings and to encourage naturally occurring forbs, grasses and shrubs. Trail layout would incorporate management of the existing tree stands for diversity in species and age classes as well as for resistance to wind, insect infestation, disease and fire. Areas of proposed new or upgraded trails are shown by gray shading on the Terrain Identification Map (see Figure 5.3).

A description of the proposed trail work organized by individual lift pods1 is provided below.

 Tram Pod

Yurt Access Trail (from South Hoback): A new trail would be constructed from the edge of the South Hoback over to the Rock Springs yurt.

Rendezvous Bowl Bypass Traverse: Construct a bypass traverse south of Rendezvous Bowl (Far Drift) to provide an easier route around the steep section of the bowl.

Hoback Traverse extension and run enhancement: The existing entrance (traverse) to the Hobacks would by extended be 300 feet. The top 300 yards of the run would be graded and re-contoured. Some limited tree removal is planned. A winch anchor point would be installed uphill of the traverse to allow for occasional grooming of the upper most part of the Hobacks to reduce the size of the large moguls that routinely form here.

Lower Sublette Traverse: A new traverse would be constructed to allow groomed access to the top of Lower Sublette run. This project would require the creation of a traverse approximately 700 feet long. It would start just below the Sublette chair lift. Limited tree removal and moderate grading is required. It is

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Figure 5.3 Trail Identification

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also planned to install a winch anchor point above the traverse to allow for occasional grooming when conditions warrant.

Rendezvous Bowl – Mt. Station: Due to significant drifting of snow along the tram lift line between the top terminal and Tram tower #5, it is proposed to lower (cut down) the terrain along the ridge below Corbet’s Cabin. This would entail removing approximately 4,000 cubic yards of material from the site. The areas disturbed by this project would be reclaimed. There is a small stand of high alpine fir trees that would be removed as part of the project due to the lowering of the terrain. Rock blasting will likely be required to allow heavy earth moving equipment to remove portions of this ridge.

 Sublette Pod

Hanging Rock Run: This run was constructed when Upper Sublette chairlift was installed in 1987. As this chair became more popular, it became apparent that the lower section of the trail needed to be widened and straightened to create a more user friendly trail. Tree removal and grading is required. This would require major grading and potentially some minor rock blasting.

Pepi’s Run: It is proposed that this entire run be made groomable from top to bottom. Currently, this slope is never groomed. It has an average grade of 40 percent, which is ideal for advanced intermediate level skiers. Tree removal and extensive grading are proposed. Select trees would be left in place to reduce the visual impact of this project.

Alta Chute 3 and Alta Chute 4: It is proposed to widen the existing Alta Chute 3 and add a fourth chute. This project would consist primarily of rock blasting and tree removal.

North Hoback Woods: The forested area below the entrance traverse to the Hobacks would be gladed in an area approximately 150 feet wide. This north facing slope often has excellent snow conditions. Medium to large trees would be left in place.

Rendezvous Trail: The existing trail is extremely narrow at a location known as Ship’s Prow. The trail would be widened by approximately 20 feet to the south (skier’s right).

Cirque Traverse (extend out 400’ w/turnaround): The existing traverse would be extended further out into the Cirque. This project would consist of extensive grading but no tree removal.

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 Thunder Pod

Rag Run: This trail would be completely graded and reshaped (summer groomed). This would occur in conjunction with the installation of a snowmaking system.

Amphitheatre Run: It is proposed to completely redevelop this popular run. Construction would entail significant rock blasting and grading but only limited tree removal. A portion of upper Dick’s Ditch would be relocated (moved to skier’s left) to eliminate a narrow section that currently exists in the middle of this trail. It is anticipated that additional snowmaking infrastructure would be installed concurrent with the redevelopment of this trail. A portion of the summer access road near the end of the trail would be redeveloped to reduce its steepness by traversing the ski run and adding a switchback.

Hoops Gap Area: (north-facing runs) It is proposed to remove a limited amount of trees in several expert runs adjacent to Thunder run to facilitate a more user-friendly experience.

 Marmot Pod

Cascade run: It is planned to do a limited amount of rock blasting and tree removal on this run to facilitate the use of the trail by advanced skiers

 Bridger Pod

Elk Alley: This existing trail would be widened and summer groomed. The last steep pitch would have its grade reduced by approximately 10 percent. Improvement of this trail would require extensive grading.

North Colter Traverse: There is a need to improve the existing traverse that connects the bottom of North Colter Ridge with Elk Alley. In low snow conditions this trail can be very difficult to negotiate. A 14 foot wide groomable traverse is proposed. Some tree removal would be required along with moderate grading.

Way Home Traverse: It is proposed to widen and re-grade narrow sections of the existing traverse. Limited tree removal would be required.

Avalanche Run: This densely forested area along the south side of Sundance run would be widened, gladed and cleaned of deadfall (dead timber lying on the ground).

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Tramline: It is proposed to completely upgrade and redevelop the existing Tramline run. This project would require extensive grading, the re-establishment of a seasonal spring and the installation of snowmaking infrastructure. Summer grooming this trail will allow winter grooming on a much more routine basis.

Casper Bowl Traverse: The existing skier traverse that starts a few hundred yards from the top of the Bridger gondola (skier’s left on upper Sundance) and connects with Casper Bowl would be significantly upgraded. This project would require extensive rock blasting, moderate tree removal and extensive grading.

Lower Sundance Trail This existing trail is heavily used and is currently gully shaped. It is planned to fill in the gully with as much as ten (10) feet of fill material to greatly improve the capacity of this trail. Material would have to be brought in from another site.

 Casper Pod

Moran Traverse: Extend traverse over to the proposed Kemmerer trail. Width of traverse would be kept narrow at approximately 14 feet.

Sleeping Indian/ Wide Open trees: The existing island of trees between Sleeping Indian and Wide open is already a nice gladed area and is skied extensively. But the bottom portion of the run has become very overgrown and is in need of thinning. Up to 200 trees would be removed. Large trees would remain.

Ashley’s Ridge Traverse w/ Skier Bridge: Construct a new groomable traverse from the unload point of the Sweetwater lift over to Ashley’s Ridge run. This will provide alternate access to the new Teton lift. A steel “skier bridge” would be installed to eliminate excessive crossing traffic on Togwotee Pass traverse. Extensive tree removal and grading is required.

Easy Does It Bypass Traverse: A new traverse would be constructed west of the steep part of Easy Does It trail at a width of 16 feet and a grade of 10 to 12 percent. This project would require the removal of a moderate amount of trees and extensive grading. It would primarily be used by ski school students the first few times skiing the Easy Does It trail.

Campground: This trail would be widened and smoothed out. The project would consist of rock removal and moderate grading.

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Timbered Island Trail: This run is rocky and somewhat narrow. Currently the existing Stash Park is located throughout most this run and when upgraded, complete grading, widening and re-contouring of the run would be performed.

Surprise Run: This trail would be widened, reshaped and graded. Some tree removal will be required.

New connector trail: It is proposed to create a new trail in an existing clearing located between Sundog trail and Sleeping Indian. This would entail significant rock blasting, tree removal and grading.

 Teton Pod

South Pass Tunnel: To facilitate efficient skier circulation on South Pass Traverse once the Teton lift is installed, a concrete tunnel for skiers to pass through while on South Pass is proposed where Ashley Ridge run crosses South Pass Traverse. This project will require some tree removal and extensive grading. Lighting in the tunnel is also planned. This improvement will provide much better skier circulation in this high traffic area.

Grizzly Glade: With the installation of the Teton chairlift, it is desired to provide more skiing terrain on Moran Face by glading this area. This would be accomplished through selective tree removal and brush cutting. Some selective rock removal is also anticipated.

Upper Wide Open: (extension of existing Wide Open) This project would consist of extending Wide Open run uphill approximately 1,200 feet to the top of Teton lift. The new run would be summer groomed and would require extensive rock blasting and grading.

Upper Sleeping Indian w/access traverse: The existing Sleeping Indian run would be extended uphill by approximately 1,000 feet. A new narrow skier traverse would be constructed concurrently with this trail upgrade to connect to provide more efficient access to this new trail. Summer grooming is required for the entire project.

Washakie Run: This new run would follow the fall line from a point just east of top of the Teton lift down to Togwotee Pass Traverse. Initially this run will be extensively gladed and utilized for several seasons to determine whether more skier capacity is warranted. The clearing width would be up to 160 ft. and would require moderate tree removal.

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Togwotee Pass Traverse (re-align): It is proposed to reconstruct/re-align the existing traverse to provide a consistent ten percent grade along the entire length of the traverse. This project would consist of limited tree removal, significant rock blasting and moderate grading.

Solitude Run: To provide additional intermediate terrain, a new trail would be constructed adjacent to Upper Moran run. This project requires summer grooming with tree removal, significant rock blasting and moderate grading. This trail may be used as an advanced terrain park.

Kemmerer Run: (formerly called New Crags 5) To provide additional advanced intermediate terrain, a new trail will be constructed adjacent to the new Teton lift line. This project requires extensive summer grooming with tree removal, rock blasting and moderate grading just above where the new trail will cross Togwotee Pass Traverse.

 Apres Vous Pod

Dual Race Course (relocated) There is limited intermediate terrain that is suitable for a dual race course. During the 2012/2013 season the course was relocated from EDI run on a trial basis to a portion of Werner run. It was determined that this site is an acceptable location but was determined to be narrow in width. To solve this issue, Werner run will be widened to the skier’s right to create enough width for the run and the race course. Now a permanent course location is proposed. The island of trees located between the middle portions of Werner and Moran trails would be completely removed. Extensive summer grooming is required. A start platform will be constructed at the top of the course and other permanent course infrastructure will be installed. A multilevel finish building will also be installed at the bottom of the course to facilitate efficient race operations. Adding snowmaking at the site is also planned.

Ashley Ridge Trail: Starting at South Pass Traverse, Ashley Ridge run will be completely redeveloped and essentially relocated. This new trail will provide a much needed alternate route for advanced skiers to return to the base area. It will be constructed at a width ranging from 150 to 180 feet. This new trail will require extensive tree removal, grading and extensive terrain modification. It will be incorporated into the new South Pass tunnel. The existing snowmaking system will be expanded to include this new trail.

Solitude Run: A new trail would be constructed adjacent to the existing Moran run. The middle section of this trail would be used to construct the advanced terrain park. It would be approximately 130 feet wide and will require extensive grading to provide a uniform skiable surface. The rock field above Togwotee Pass Traverse will have large rocks blasted into smaller pieces and then earth will be used to “plate” over this rock area.

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Solitude Gully Run: This run is located adjacent to Lower Hanna. It has been used as a terrain park in the past but requires tremendous amounts of manmade snow to facilitate the creation of the parks features. The resort proposes to modify limited portions of this run to make it more user-friendly.

Lower St. John’s: The bottom of St. John’s trail merges with the Saratoga return traverse and which requires skiers to make a hard right turn onto the traverse after skiing St. John’s trail. It is planned to widen the bottom of this run by “flaring” the run to the right. This would require tree removal and grading.

Saratoga Return Traverse: A new traverse with an average grade of 10 percent is proposed. This would facilitate the delineation of the ski area boundary and improve skier safety. This project would require some tree removal and significant grading.

Saratoga Bowl Glading: To facilitate the use of the Saratoga Bowl area, it is planned to perform selective tree cutting and glading. Up to 100 trees are slated for removal.

Apres Vous Cut-off: Widen the width of the cross-over trail connecting Werner run with the base of Apres Vous chairlift. This project will require cutting into the slope on the left side of the existing slope. Grading and tree removal are required.

Upper Apres Vous Traverse: Construct a new bypass traverse for use by low intermediate skiers to avoid the steep slopes at the top of Apres Vous mountain. This new traverse would be about 800 feet long. Limited tree removal and grading is required.

Moran Run: There is a steep portion of terrain near the end of the Moran run. It is difficult for low intermediates to descend this portion of the run. It is planned to reduce the slope angle by five (5) present to greatly improve the usability for both Mountain Sports School classes and the skiing public. This will be accomplished by performing a “break-over” project.

 Teewinot Pod

Lower Werner Trail: The existing Lower Werner trail would be shifted to skier’s left (east) to allow for the construction of the lower portion of the redeveloped Ashley Ridge run. Its finished width would be similar to the width of the existing run. This would require a moderate amount of tree removal and terrain grading. An existing culvert would need to be extended approximately 30 feet.

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Antelope Flats Trail: (extend uphill to connect with lower Ashley Ridge run) The existing Antelope Flats trail would be extended uphill approximately 600 feet to tie into the end of the new Ashley Ridge run. It will require extensive tree removal and complete grading of the trail.

Bronco Run: (expand): This existing trail would be widened to make it more user friendly.

Teewinot Run: This project, located just above the base of Apres Vous lift consists of widening the trail by about 30 feet along the east edge.

 Sweetwater Pod

Solitude Teaching Center: This project consists of clearing trees adjacent to the proposed Mountain Sports School teaching center called Solitude. A large area below the facility will be cleared of trees, re-contoured by grading and re- vegetated. This will allow a satellite teaching area to be established at the resort. It would also include the installation of approximately 200 feet of culvert in an existing stream.

This new novice/low intermediate teaching area will be accessed by the mid-unload station of the proposed Sweetwater lift. Expansion of the existing snowmaking system is also planned for this new teaching area.

Dinner Sleigh Ride Trail: (re-align and improve) When the new Solitude facility is constructed, it is anticipated that sleigh ride dinners will resume. With the construction of the new teaching area, there is now the need to relocate the existing sleigh trail to a location that feels more remote and secluded. The trail needs to be approximately 25 feet wide (for snowcat grooming) at an average grade of approximately 8 percent. This trail would require tree removal and the construction of a roadway type of trail.

Permanent Terrain Park/Half-pipe: (for lower ability levels) A permanent half-pipe for low ability level snowboarders would be constructed on the edge of Eagle’s Rest run. This park would be up to 500 feet long with deck heights as much as twelve (12) feet high. The project would consist of trenching (digging) out the center of the pipe and constructing decks (platforms) along both sides of the trench. All fill slopes would be blended into the surrounding terrain so as to look as natural as possible.

Eagle’s Rest Cut-off Trail: Relocate the existing cut-off trail with a new, wider run which would be located approximately 200 feet uphill from the existing trail. This will require a moderate amount of tree removal and grading.

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the lift and to create a run with a finished grade of up to 25 percent. This new slope will facilitate a high quality experience for novice ski school students.

Operations Skier Traverse: To facilitate access to the Mountain Operations Building (which houses hundreds of workers), a new traverse would be installed that starts were Sundance and Gros Ventre runs converge and cross over to the Operations Building located in the vehicle maintenance yard. It would be constructed at a width of 20 feet to allow winter grooming and have an average grade of 10 percent. Some trees/stumps would be removed and the traverse would be graded smooth where necessary.

Wilson Trail: A new trail adjacent to Eagle’s Rest run would be constructed to provide more novice terrain in the base area. This project would require the removal of a significant number of trees and complete grading and re-contouring of the existing terrain.

Fort Wyoming #2: The existing Fort Wyoming teaching area has become very crowded over the past few years. This project would consist of creating a second, larger Fort Wyoming. It would require the removal of a moderate number of trees and substantial terrain grading and modification. It would be approximately twice the size (two acres) of the existing Fort Wyoming. A connector walkway and metal bridge would be required for access to this new teaching area.

Jackson Face Trail: The existing access (narrow traverse) to the Jackson Face trail would be upgraded and widened. Some tree removal and rock removal on Jackson Face trail itself is also planned. At the bottom of the trail major re-contouring will occur to accommodate the unload area of the new Eagle’s Rest chair lift. This modification of the slope will result in new low intermediate terrain which will have a slope of 20 to 25 percent. This is ideal for low level Mountain Sports School classes.

 Slalom Pod

Frontier Trail: With the installation of the Slalom lift, a new trail will be constructed along the lift line. This project would require a moderate amount of tree removal and grading. As with all lifts of this type, the load and unload areas would require moderate grading.

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5.3 Trail Specifications (proposed) The table below summarizes all existing and proposed terrain specifications. The map references refer to the trail identification labels shown on Figure 5.3 for each formalized run.

TABLE 5.2 PROPOSED SKI TERRAIN SPECIFICATIONS

Slope Vertical Avg. Max. Map Width Area Trail Name Length Drop Grade Grade Ability Level Ref. (ft) (acres) (ft) (ft) (%) (%)

A1 Rendezvous Bowl 1,800 1,700 71 850 55 90 Expert A2 East Ridge Traverse 1,697 40 2 490 31 57 Expert A3 Corbet's Couloir 848 135 3 451 64 84 Extreme A4 Tensleep Bowl 2,151 400 20 410 20 46 Expert A5 Tensleep 1,874 110 5 470 26 41 Expert A6 Cirque 1,613 675 25 428 28 59 Expert A7 Downhill 982 100 3 417 48 87 Expert A8 Lander Bowl 985 200 5 463 53 68 Advanced Intermediate A9 North Colter Ridge 3,080 315 23 1,368 50 75 Expert A10 Buffalo Bowl 3,216 340 26 1,376 48 75 Expert A11 South Colter Ridge 3,159 270 20 1,364 48 63 Expert A12 Rawlins Bowl 3,078 530 38 1,361 50 67 Expert A13 Lower Sublette Ridge 3,543 600 49 1,591 51 67 Expert A14 Cheyenne Gully 1,935 90 4 611 34 53 Expert A15 North Hoback 5,449 615 77 2,231 45 68 Expert A16 Middle Hoback 4,094 600 57 1,951 54 67 Expert A17 South Hoback 4,226 430 42 1,844 49 64 Expert A18 Union Pass Traverse 3,721 45 4 432 12 22 Expert A19 Union Pass Connection 1,713 60 3 295 18 28 Low Intermediate B1 Casper Traverse/Bowl 1,695 140 6 489 31 58 Expert B2 Upper Sundance Gully 2,693 140 9 1,096 45 55 Advanced Intermediate B3 Upper Ranger 2,327 125 7 934 44 59 Expert B4 Upper Gros Ventre 2,900 160 11 1,150 39 55 Advanced Intermediate B5 Lupine Way 2,582 75 5 270 11 28 Low Intermediate B6 Cascade 1,615 150 6 745 52 69 Expert B7 Lower Ranger 1,137 95 3 463 45 58 Expert B8 Sunnyside Traverse 1,057 110 3 189 18 24 Low Intermediate B9 Middle Gros Ventre 3,900 180 17 1,300 35 46 Intermediate B10 Lower Avalanche 1,159 150 4 415 39 62 Expert B11 Slalom 2,579 260 16 914 38 57 Advanced Intermediate B12 FIS 482 125 2 239 57 61 Advanced Intermediate B13 Cowboy Couloir 418 70 1 229 55 66 Advanced Intermediate

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Slope Vertical Avg. Max. Map Width Area Trail Name Length Drop Grade Grade Ability Level Ref. (ft) (acres) (ft) (ft) (%) (%)

B14 Middle Sundance 3,728 160 14 1,231 35 45 Intermediate B15 Blacktail 1,154 195 6 423 40 46 Intermediate B16 Nez Perce 889 180 4 370 46 50 Expert B17 Jackson Face 1,847 250 11 763 46 63 Expert B18 Beaver Tooth 2,393 60 4 807 36 52 Expert B19 Lower Tram Line 3,521 220 18 1,222 37 56 Advanced Intermediate B20 Dick's Ditch 3,369 85 7 1,157 37 56 Expert B21 Elk Alley 1,065 100 3 383 39 53 Expert B22 Lower Gros Ventre 2,400 170 10 290 15 20 Low Intermediate B23 Lower Sundance Gully 896 220 5 210 24 35 Low Intermediate B24 Eagle's Rest Cutoff 674 45 1 55 8 13 Low Intermediate C1 Pooh Bear 1,631 165 6 211 13 18 Beginner C2 Eagle's Rest 2,164 280 14 311 15 22 Novice C3 Wilson Trail 1,200 160 5 180 15 25 Novice D1 Lower Teewinot 3,526 180 14 200 14 29 Novice D2 Bronco 543 120 2 103 19 24 Novice D3 Lower Werner 2,172 200 10 353 16 24 Novice D4 Solitude Way 696 40 1 62 9 15 Novice D5 Moose Alley 1,377 120 4 182 13 19 Novice D6 Antelope Flats 1,306 150 7 152 12 16 Novice E1 Upper Moran 1,433 210 7 400 29 49 Advanced Intermediate E2 Upper Werner 1,297 250 8 306 24 34 Low Intermediate E3 Symmetry 765 50 1 277 39 60 Advanced Intermediate E4 Upper Teewinot 3,308 260 20 1,234 41 61 Advanced Intermediate E5 St. Johns 5,706 150 20 1,708 32 53 Advanced Intermediate E6 Lower Moran 1,785 250 11 545 32 47 Intermediate E7 Werner 3,984 255 24 1,303 35 48 Intermediate E8 Upper Hanna 1,228 170 5 416 36 44 Intermediate E9 Buck Run 869 130 3 229 28 51 Advanced Intermediate E10 Secret Slope 1,329 130 4 454 37 58 Expert E11 Halfpipe 600 200 3 180 30 30 Advanced Intermediate E12 Lower Hanna 1,818 190 8 504 29 52 Advanced Intermediate E13 Teewinot Gully 1,901 125 7 240 30 35 Low Intermediate E14 Togwotee Pass Traverse 4,863 35 4 558 12 27 Low Intermediate E15 Lower Solitude Traverse 3,796 25 3 421 11 25 Low Intermediate E16 Lower South Pass Traverse 6,634 35 6 853 13 34 Low Intermediate E17 Upper Ashley Ridge 958 80 2 267 29 39 Intermediate

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Slope Vertical Avg. Max. Map Width Area Trail Name Length Drop Grade Grade Ability Level Ref. (ft) (acres) (ft) (ft) (%) (%)

E18 Lower Ashley Ridge 1,700 140 6 378 42 50 Intermediate E19 Saratoga Traverse 1,800 20 1 120 7 15 Expert G1 Wide Open 1,800 160 7 828 35 54 Advanced Intermediate G2 Sleeping Indian 2,244 160 12 828 40 53 Advanced Intermediate G3 Sundog (Lift Line) 2,130 225 13 730 37 53 Intermediate G4 Easy Does It 3,686 280 24 973 27 41 Intermediate G5 Timbered Island 1,441 115 4 319 23 40 Intermediate G6 Amphitheatre Traverse 3,800 30 3 162 10 17 Low Intermediate G7 Camp Ground 1,415 100 4 333 24 35 Intermediate G8 Croaky Point 317 120 1 137 48 50 Advanced Intermediate G9 Surprise 1,118 140 4 481 48 54 Expert G10 Middle South Pass Traverse 4,000 35 4 373 9 21 Intermediate G11 Upper Solitude Traverse 4,131 30 3 504 12 22 Low Intermediate G12 Sundog-Sleeping Indian 500 100 1 250 50 50 Intermediate Connector G13 EDI Bypass 860 25 1 200 22 25 Low Intermediate I1 Upper Rag Run 726 130 3 256 39 58 Advanced Intermediate I2 Amphitheater 6,177 215 31 1,436 24 44 Intermediate I3 Lower Rag Run 466 210 3 133 30 45 Intermediate I4 Paint Brush 1,460 135 5 690 55 85 Extreme I5 Tower Three Chute 1,622 70 3 856 63 102 Extreme I6 Hoops Gap 1,793 120 5 907 59 92 Expert I7 Thunder 1,609 140 6 732 51 60 Expert I8 Riverton Bowl 1,366 210 7 681 58 72 Expert I9 Gannett 2,569 150 9 1,006 43 60 Advanced Intermediate I10 Grand 2,849 250 17 1,061 40 62 Advanced Intermediate I11 Grand Traverse 699 40 1 105 15 20 Intermediate I12 Upper S. Pass Traverse 3,378 30 3 358 11 20 Intermediate I13 Nez Perce Traverse 6,552 35 6 785 12 32 Low Intermediate J1 Dog Face 1,045 165 4 392 41 66 Expert J2 Hanging Rock 1,748 110 5 291 17 43 Intermediate J3 Laramie Traverse 3,171 40 3 250 8 21 Intermediate J4 Central Chute 1,415 150 5 502 39 69 Expert J5 Rendezvous Trail 5,587 120 16 1,315 24 49 Intermediate J6 Bivouac 1,540 120 5 447 31 57 Expert J7 Bernie’s Bowl 1,173 1,080 30 516 50 82 Expert J8 Bird in the Hand 1,574 200 8 593 42 78 Expert J9 Pepi's Run 2,368 100 6 983 46 67 Expert

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Slope Vertical Avg. Max. Map Width Area Trail Name Length Drop Grade Grade Ability Level Ref. (ft) (acres) (ft) (ft) (%) (%)

J10 Alta Chutes (1, 2, 3) 708 90 2 447 83 116 Extreme J11 Laramie Bowl 3,153 500 37 1,071 37 52 Advanced Intermediate J12 North Hoback Woods 440 150 1 230 53 66 Expert J13 Alta 4 325 100 1 156 50 64 Expert K1 Upper Way Home 1,912 40 2 201 11 25 Low Intermediate L1 Lower Way Home 1,184 40 2 173 15 18 Novice M1 Upper Sleeping Indian 1,400 160 5 560 40 52 Advanced Intermediate M2 Upper Wide Open 1,050 140 3 315 30 48 Advanced Intermediate M3 Kemmerer 3,700 170 14 1,700 46 70 Expert M4 Crags 2,500 150 9 780 31 50 Intermediate M5 Washakie 2,200 140 7 1,200 53 74 Expert M6 Grizzly Glade 1,050 160 4 500 48 57 Expert M7 Teton 2,100 140 7 840 40 60 Expert M8 Solitude Run 2,100 150 7 700 32 52 Intermediate N1 Granite Ridge 500 20 1 20 10 10 Beginner P1 Magic Carpet/Ft. Wyoming 400 300 4 36 12 12 Beginner R1 Slalom Lift Line 1,000 150 4 410 41 59 Intermediate TOTAL 1,228

Skier traverses are often the first place to get over crowded. For this reason, careful consideration has been given to the design and location of all traverses.

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5.4 On-Mountain Facilities (proposed buildings)

Several new buildings are proposed both for skier support services and for operations. As a part of this upgrade plan, an extensive analysis was performed by the resort planning consultants S.E. Group to determine the desired seating capacity of on-mountain facilities at build-out. Table 5.11 below summarizes the results of that study and was used extensively to guide the planned development of additional or expanded on-mountain restaurant facilities.

Table 5.3 On-Mountain Seating Summary ( Winter time )

Bridger Casper Apres Vous Corbet’s Solitude Totals

Restaurant Restaurant Restaurant Cabin Cabin

Lunchtime Capacity (CCC) 2,456 2,570 1,345 570 445 Average Seat Turnover 3.5 3.5 3.5 3.5 3.5 Indoor Seats - Existing 438 331 0 32 80 881 Desired Seats 899 400 375 165 200 2,039 Difference (deficit) -461 -69 -375 -133 -120 1,158

Existing Outdoor Seats 194 60 0 0 0

Although there is a high demand to eat on the mountain, especially in the winter, it is impractical to construct enough seats to meet the estimated demand of 1,158 additional seats. During nice weather, outdoor seating can help reduce the deficit in available seats but due to the nature of the weather in Jackson Hole none of the outdoor seats are used in any calculations. Although it was determined that there is a deficit of 461 seats at the Bridger Restaurant, it is not possible to double the size of this facility to create 899 seats due to site limitations. It is however, based on analysis by S.E. Group, possible to add an additional 135 seats to the facility with a moderate remodel. If completed, this would bring the total capacity of the Bridger Restaurant to 573 seats.

The JHMR management team has determined where best to allocate resources to provide addition seating and in what strategic locations. The proposed increase in seats is outlined under the descriptions of each restaurant listed below.

Any dinning demand that is not met by the upgrading or construction of new restaurants will be satisfied by restaurants in the commercial area of Teton Village. JHMR current has several restaurants in the base area and plans to greatly expand the seating capacity of the Nick Wilsons Café. This will occur when a completely new base lodge is constructed.

All of the proposed new buildings are listed below.

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Figure 5.4 On-Mountain Facilities (proposed buildings)

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 Storage Facility

There currently is a lot of miscellaneous equipment stored in the existing storage area (bone yard). A new two story building approximately 80 feet wide by 40 feet deep (3200 sq. ft.) is proposed. It would be approximately 28 feet tall with a gable roof and dark brown siding and would be located along the access road to the bone yard.

 Gondola Cabin Storage Facility

With the installation of the Sweetwater gondola, there is the need to construct a gondola cabin storage facility. This structure will be very similar to the Bridger gondola storage facility. This structure would be located at the mid station of the Sweetwater gondola across from the planned Solitude multipurpose facility. The floor area of the building will be as large as 6,900 square feet.

Due to the slope of the existing terrain, the building will be set into the hill side to a moderate degree. This design will help reduce the visual impact of the building.

 Nordic Center

A new facility to support Nordic operations is proposed adjacent to Fort Wyoming #2. It would be used in conjunction with a new Nordic trail network and is discussed further in Section 5.12. The facility would be approximately 1000 square feet in area on one level.

 Explosives Preparation Vault

Prior to the redevelopment of Corbet’s Cabin, there is a need to construct a replacement explosives preparation/day-storage building (vault). It would be located down the ridge southwest of the Tram top terminal approximately 250 feet away from any existing structure.

 Operations Facility

The existing snow making air compressor building would be expanded to the southwest. A metal structure that matches the existing building in color and height is planned. It would primarily be used for mountain operations functions and for storage.

 Snowcat Garages

Due to severe weather at higher elevation on the mountain, there is a need to construct two parking garages for snowcats during the winter season. One is proposed near the top of Rendezvous Mountain, approximately 800 feet southwest from Corbet’s Cabin. The other would be located at the bottom of Rendezvous Bowl in the large flat treed area. Each garage would be a single story structure and have a floor area of approximately 1000 sq. ft.

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 Corbet’s Cabin (expansion/replacement)

It is planned to replace Corbet’s Cabin with a completely new facility. Prior to its replacement, JHMR plans to expand/remodel the existing facility to accommodate more guests. The one level addition would be approximately 1,100 sq. ft. in area. It would have a flat roof and similar siding as the existing to maintain the same overall character. It would be constructed where the existing deck is located. A new deck would be added to the downhill side of the building. The interior of the existing structure would be remodeled at the same time.

Within the next five to seven years, a totally new facility is planned to be built that would house a restaurant with approximately 181 seats, Ski Patrol operations, restrooms, summertime interpretive center, weather station and storage. Total area would be approximately 8,040 sq. ft. It would be two stories high with basement space for mechanical equipment. An access walkway that meets ADA requirements would be installed from the new facility over to the existing Tram dock. A new deck with a summer seating capacity of 150 seats would be included as a part of this new facility.

Do to the extreme challenges of constructing a sewer line from this new facility down to the base of the resort, a septic system which includes a large septic tank with leach field would be installed. It would be located approximately 200 feet south of the new facility. Water to the facility would be provided by use of the existing Tram. Special tanks for potable water were provided with the new Tram and are attached to the bottom of the each Tram car to transport water when needed.

 Casper Restaurant (remodel/expansion)

To accommodate the increased lift capacity of the Casper quad chair and the installation of the new Teton lift in 2015, the Casper Restaurant will be redeveloped over several phases. The first phase would only include the expansion of the mezzanine (top) level of the facility to include the entire footprint of the space. This change would add approximately 56 seats.

The second phase would entail either a significant expansion to the building by a near doubling of its size (this would require a complete remodel of the existing kitchen/scramble area) or the installation of a completely separate building that would be located adjacent to the unload area of the redeveloped Sweetwater lift. This expansion would add up to 300 additional seats.

If the unload point of the proposed Sweetwater gondola is located where Solitude and Togwotee Pass traverses cross, than a completely new standalone restaurant facility would be constructed at this location. The facility and gondola plaza area would be similar in size and shape as the existing Bridger restaurant/gondola complex. The recently completed facilities study calls for a restaurant with as many as 675 seats and a floor area of up to 28,250 sq. ft. The existing sewer and water systems would be expanded to accommodate this new building location.

JHMR will perform an environmental review of both Sweetwater lift alignment options and the associated building location options.

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 Apres Vous Restaurant

A new restaurant facility would be built on Apres Vous mountain. The building would include food service and space for approximately 375 indoor seats and an outdoor deck capable of seating approximately 80 people. Additional uses would include space for restrooms, a small retail shop, public lockers, and Ski Patrol. The building would need to have a floor area of approximately 16,500 square feet.

The structure is being considered in one of two locations. One option is located to the east of the Apres Vous lift top terminal, affording unique views of the Teton Mountains and Grand Teton National Park. The other option is located along the Werner trail in the level area 200 yards above Deer Flats. With predominant southern exposure, solar benefits at either site would be outstanding. Architecture would incorporate natural materials from the surrounding environs and color selection would be made to achieve the best blending with the natural surrounding landscape during both summer and winter. Natural vegetation around the building sites would be maintained to the greatest extent practical.

A new sewer and water system would have to be installed to serve this new facility. It would be connected to the local Teton Village district.

 Bridger Restaurant

The existing Bridger Restaurant is to be remodeled, probably in two phases, to increase the number of indoor seats by approximately 125 to 135 seats. As part of this remodel, a portion of the existing covered outdoor arcade would be enclosed. This added space would be constructed in a manner to match the existing architecture of the building and would have the same look as the existing deli “store front”. Large folding doors facing the patio would be incorporated into the design to allow an open space feeling when good weather is present. This could be both in the spring and the summer.

The upper level of the restaurant is also proposed for remodeling. This would create a larger cafeteria type area throughout this level and generate up to 40 more seats.

 Bear Flats Cafe

Previously, a large restaurant facility had been proposed at a location called Bear Flats near the base of the Sublette chair lift. It would have been a smaller version of the Casper restaurant. Due to its remote location from a utility stand point and its lower skier demand, it is now thought that only a small facility is warranted. There is an existing snack station in the general location of the base of the Sublette chair but is not currently used due to poor skier circulation and limited sunshine.

It is proposed to relocate this small building just uphill of the lift maze at Sublette or to a location 100 yards north of the lift along the edge of lower Grand run. This proposed building site receives lots of sun shine and is more accessible. Neither site is very visible from the valley floor but would have great views to the east.

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A new deck with wind screen would be added to the front and side of the existing covered deck. A large underground water storage tank (12,000 gallons) would be installed adjacent to the relocated facility for hand washing and general cleaning. A suitably sized holding tank and leach field would be installed to handle waste water. No restrooms are proposed since there already exist nearby.

As a second option to relocating the existing facility at the base of Sublette chair to a location nearby, it is also proposed to move it to the base of the thunder chair and replace the small building that is there now. If it is moved to this location, all of the same improves discuss for the Sublette option would take place in this location. An 800 sq. ft. deck with a wind screen would be constructed adjacent to this newly relocated facility. A full basement would be included. The cafe would typically operate during busy periods and/or sunny days.

Since most of the seating at this facility would be outside, they are not counted in the planning of overall restaurant seats.

 Solitude Mountain Sports School Facility (MSS)

A new Solitude facility would be located near the location of the old Solitude Cabin. It would be a much large building (+10,000 sq. ft.) on two levels. This facility would be operated both in the winter and in the summer. A dining area would provide 250 indoor seats with an additional 100 seats on an outdoor deck. Restrooms will be an integral part of the facility. The site already has sewer, water and electrical service. The installation of this facility would follow after the installation of the new Sweetwater gondola. Access to the site will be provided by a mid-unload/load station in the middle of the new lift. A heated concrete hardscape would connect the mid-station to the building to meet ADA requirements and allow persons in street clothing/shoes comfortable access. The building would be rustic in appearance with wood timber framing and would utilize earth tone colors.

In the winter, the facility would primarily serve as a secondary MSS operations center. It would serve beginner through low intermediate ability level classes. The operation will be structured to allow persons who have never skied/snowboarded before a seamless first day experience. This will require a full service ski rental/repair shop in the facility.

Located below the facility, an entirely new dedicated ski school teaching area will be constructed that will include a handle tow and conveyor lift for repeat skiing in this area.

During the summer months of operation, the facility will be used for many activities. This will include private functions like weddings, corporate retreats, private parties and the like. It may also be used by the Kids Ranch division of the MSS. The facility may also be a hub for many outdoor activities like mountain biking, zip-lining etc.

The site will be developed with patios and sitting areas. This will include fire rings and furniture to provide a somewhat secluded outdoor environment. A teepee or may also be erected on site in the summertime.

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There used to be a log cabin at this site but it was removed after a fire. But the foundation of the structure is still there and there is an interim plan to reconstruct a simple one story building on this foundation in the summer of 2015. The foundation would be added onto to form a rectangle with dimension as large as 36 x 60 feet (2,160 s.f.). A covered porch would be included on the front of the building. This building would be removed when the main Solitude facility was constructed.

 Cody Bowl Facility

This proposed facility would provide an alpine recreational experience and allow for summer camping accommodations. The European-style building (hut) would be constructed of native materials utilizing wood timbers and stone from the site and would be earth tone in color. Access would be provided by a new spur road off of the existing Cody Bowl road. Non-water restrooms would be installed with this building. A buried propane tank would be installed providing for heating and lighting needs. The hut would also be available for use during spring/summer skiing camps.

 Restroom Facility

It is proposed to construct a small restroom located near the Aerial Adventure on the edge Antelope Flats run. This facility would be constructed out of wood and look like many of our other mountain restroom facilities. This location is close to an existing sewer line and tie in will be simple. A new buried water supply line will have to be installed originating from the JHMR maintenance facility. The restroom would be ADA compliant and most likely unisex.

 Ski Patrol Station – Top of Gondola

There is need for additional space in the patrol station at the top of the Bridger gondola. This space will be used for worker space and storage space. It is proposed to expand the existing gondola storage building by as much as 700 square feet. This addition would be located adjacent to the existing lift shack or on the south east end of the storage building. The new patrol station would be accessible to the public by a heated concrete hardscape.

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5.5 Proposed Snowmaking The expansion of the existing snowmaking system constitutes an important element of the total upgrade of the resort. At build-out, the expanded snowmaking system would cover approximately 360 acres of terrain, which will be 30 percent of the developed ski trail network at the resort.

The following design objectives were used to designate the ski trails that should be considered for snowmaking coverage:

 Maintain a competitive position with other destination ski resorts where snowmaking coverage on a high percentage of the skiable terrain has become a key element in marketing programs.  Provide guaranteed coverage of connector ski trails that are critical for travel from one area of the mountain to another.  During years of low natural snowfall, guarantee the availability of ski trails for all skier abilities, from beginner to expert, allowing vacationers to plan in advance for their ski vacations, regardless of snow conditions.  Provide snowmaking coverage to maintain acceptable snow conditions on areas of the trail network receiving high skier use.  Provide durable snow cover on areas of high snowpack erosion rate due to sun or wind exposure, or abnormal subsurface trail conditions.  Ensure the operation of certain popular lifts by maintaining a high quality snow surface on the trails served by those lifts.  Provide a suitable snow surface for all race courses.

Figure 5.5 illustrates the build-out plan for snowmaking coverage. Areas shaded in blue indicate areas covered by the existing snowmaking system. The trails planned for additional coverage by expanding the existing snowmaking system are shaded in purple.

An important element of the snowmaking upgrade program is the continued expansion of the snowmaking system on trails served by the Casper and Teton lifts. This expansion is critical for the south-facing slopes served by the Teton and Casper chairs. The introduction of higher capacity lifts to these areas, coupled with the southern orientation of the slopes results in a higher level of snowpack deterioration and erosion. Full snowmaking coverage on these slopes would mitigate the loss of snow and would lead to high quality snow conditions at the beginning of the ski season and on through to the end of the season in the middle of April.

Of equal importance is the coverage of all major trails served by the Bridger gondola. Currently only one trail from the top of Bridger has snowmaking coverage. Coverage on additional trails would ensure operation of the lift during years of low snowfall would accommodate for anticipated high use of the intermediate level trails in this area and would potentially extend the length of the season for this lift.

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Figure 5.5 Snow Making Coverage (proposed)

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Improved snowmaking coverage would also be provided on the lower mountain to enhance ski conditions for the beginner and novice skiers and to maintain satisfactory snow coverage on the major egress trails. All lower traverses would have snowmaking coverage on them which would guarantee good snow quality on these important connector ski trails.

The existing primary pump house (located on private property adjacent to Teewinot run) is designed to ultimately pump up to 4,500 gpm. Once the system is expanded, this capacity would ensure good snow coverage on all key runs by the busy Christmas holiday season.

Some of the new air and water lines (pipe) would be buried at a depth that is below frost line. Deeply buried lines can be left full of water even when the system is turned off (no more draining). This will allow for the upgraded portion of the system to be partially automated. All of these improvements will result in quick startup times and increased efficiency when temperatures are cold enough to resume snow making operations.

Provided below is a detailed description of each improvement proposed in the snowmaking system:

 Booster Pump Stations

One large booster pump station would be required at mid-mountain elevations to complete the installation of the snowmaking pumping system.

 Amphitheater

It is proposed to add additional snowmaking on Amphitheater trail from the end of Lupine Way to the top of Thunder. It also will be added to the south side of the main sections of the trail.

 Easy Does It and Amphitheater Traverse

This existing system is already installed halfway up the Easy Does It run. It is proposed to complete the expansion of the system on this run within a few years after the new mid-mountain booster pump station is installed. It would also include connecting the top of Easy Does It trail to the top of Casper lift via Amphitheater Traverse.

 Timbered Island

With the installation of the Stash Park on this trail, it is proposed to expand the snowmaking system along the southwest edge of Timbered Island.

 Sleeping Indian

Although this run has been summer groomed, it is still planned to install snowmaking on this trail once the new mid-mountain booster pump station is installed.

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 Wide Open

This trail was upgraded (summer groomed) in the summer 2012 and will have snowmaking capabilities added when the Easy Does It system is installed. It will connect to the top of the Casper lift via a portion of the Moran Traverse.

 Easy Does It Bypass Traverse

Due to the high traffic this traverse will carry, snowmaking is proposed on this traverse.

 Grand (upper)

It is proposed to add a snowmaking spur line to the top section of Grand run (adjacent to Tram tower #3). This would include the capability to make snow on the bypass traverse.

 Rag Run

Snowmaking infrastructure would be added to this run. It would most likely take place during the upgrading and smoothing of the run.

 Way Home/Moose Creek

A snowmaking system would be added along entire length of Way Home traverse.

 South Pass Traverse

This is a vital traverse for moving skiers around the mountain. It is planned to install snowmaking from the base of Thunder lift to the bottom of South Pass Traverse.

 Lower Tram Line

Snowmaking would be installed along the entire length of the trail. If possible, the system would be installed when the run is summer groomed.

 Gros Ventre (upper)

It is proposed to install a snowmaking system that would provide coverage on the section of Gros Ventre run from Lupine Way to below Solitude Traverse (where the current system terminates).

 Amphitheater Traverse

Install a spur line off of the main system from the top of Casper lift to Croaky Point.

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 Slalom

Expand the snowmaking network to include the Slalom run. The snow making system would be installed along the south edge of the run and would afford much improved coverage on this trail throughout the ski season.

 Sundance (upper)

Extend the existing snowmaking system on Sundance trail up to the top of the Bridger gondola.

 Eagle’s Rest Cutoff

When Eagle’s Rest Cut-Off is redeveloped, the existing snowmaking system along the edge of the trail would be reinstalled.

 Crags Run

A mid-mountain booster station and system expansion would be required to make snow on this trail. This run would be the main intermediate route off the Teton lift and would be somewhat susceptible to wind erosion of the snow.

 Kemmerer run

The new Kemmerer trail would have complete snowmaking coverage.

 Solitude Teaching Area

Tie into the existing Pooh Bear snowmaking system to provide coverage in the proposed Solitude Teaching area.

 Solitude Way

The existing snowmaking system on Lower Werner would be tapped into to supply new air and water pipelines installed along the edge of this trail (traverse).

 Solitude Run

When the new Solitude run is constructed, it is planned to install snow making capabilities at the same time. This will include the installation of buried air and water lines along with electrical pedestals.

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TABLE 5.4 PROPOSED SNOWMAKING COVERAGE

Existing Future Map Area Trail Name Snowmaking Snowmaking Ability Level Ref. (acres) Area (acres) (acres)

B2 Upper Sundance Gully 9 0 8 Advanced Intermediate B4 Upper Gros Ventre 11 5 6 Advanced Intermediate B5 Lupine Way 5 5 0 Low Intermediate B9 Middle Gros Ventre 17 17 0 Intermediate B11 Slalom 16 0 13 Advanced Intermediate B14 Middle Sundance 14 7 0 Intermediate B15 Blacktail 6 0 3 Intermediate B19 Lower Tram Line 18 0 13 Advanced Intermediate B22 Lower Gros Ventre 10 6 0 Low Intermediate B23 Lower Sundance Gully 5 5 0 Low Intermediate B24 Eagle's Rest Cutoff 1 1 0 Low Intermediate C1 Pooh Bear 6 5 0 Beginner C2 Eagle's Rest 14 12 0 Novice C3 Wilson Trail 5 0 0 Novice D1 Lower Teewinot 14 13 0 Novice D2 Bronco 2 2 0 Novice D3 Lower Werner 10 10 0 Novice D4 Solitude Way 1 0 1 Novice D5 Moose Alley 4 4 0 Novice D6 Antelope Flats 7 4 0 Novice E1 Upper Moran 7 7 0 Advanced Intermediate E2 Upper Werner 8 8 0 Low Intermediate E4 Upper Teewinot 20 0 6 Advanced Intermediate E5 St. Johns 20 12 8 Advanced Intermediate E6 Lower Moran 11 11 0 Intermediate E7 Werner 24 24 0 Intermediate E8 Upper Hanna 5 5 0 Intermediate E9 Buck Run 3 3 0 Advanced Intermediate E11 Halfpipe 3 3 0 Advanced Intermediate E12 Lower Hanna 8 8 0 Advanced Intermediate E13 Teewinot Gully 7 6 0 Low Intermediate E14 Togwotee Pass Traverse 4 0 4 Low Intermediate E16 Lower South Pass Traverse 6 2 4 Low Intermediate E18 Lower Ashley Ridge 6 0 3 Intermediate

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Existing Future Map Area Trail Name Snowmaking Snowmaking Ability Level Ref. (acres) Area (acres) (acres)

G1 Wide Open 7 0 7 Advanced Intermediate G2 Sleeping Indian 12 0 12 Advanced Intermediate G4 Easy Does It 24 12 6 Intermediate G10 Middle South Pass Traverse 4 2 2 Intermediate I2 Amphitheater 31 12 19 Intermediate I13 Nez Perce Traverse 6 2 0 Low Intermediate K1 Upper Way Home 2 0 2 Low Intermediate L1 Lower Way Home 2 0 2 Novice M2 Upper Wide Open 3 0 3 Advanced Intermediate M3 Kemmerer 14 0 14 Expert M4 Crags 9 0 9 Intermediate P1 Magic Carpet/Ft. Wyoming 4 1 1 Beginner TOTALS 214 146

TOTAL AREA OF SNOW MAKNING COVERAGE: 360 ACRES

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5.6 Miscellaneous Infrastructure (proposed)

There are many winter operational needs along with summer activities that require infrastructure that is miscellaneous in nature. They are outlined in detail below:

 Via Ferrata (“Iron Way”)

A Via Ferrata is a mountain route which is equipped with fixed cables and metal ladders. The use of this equipment allows otherwise impassable routes to be accessible to people with a wide range of climbing abilities. Walkers and climbers can follow the Via Ferrata without needing to use their own ropes and belays and without the risks associated with unprotected scrambling and climbing.

A series of Via Ferratas would be installed on the upper portions of the mountain (Bridger Restaurant/Casper Bowl, Laramie Cliffs, and Tower 5 Cliffs). These improvements would all be interconnected by hiking trails.

 Zip-lines

A zip-line consists of a pulley suspended on a cable, usually made of stainless steel, mounted on an incline. It is a ride which enables a user propelled by gravity to travel from the top to the bottom of an inclined cable while attached by harness to a freely moving pulley.

Two separate zip-lines would be constructed in separate phases. A zip-line is proposed from the bottom of the Casper chair lift and would descend down approximately 1,100 vertical feet to the bottom of Eagle’s Rest run. A second zip-line would be installed near the mid unload point of either the proposed Sweetwater gondola. It would terminate at the planned drop tower adjacent to the ropes course.

 Hiking Trails

There are currently miles of hiking trails within the SUP boundary. They are used by hikers to access resort facilities including the top of the Aerial Tram, Bridger gondola, Grand Teton Nation Park and the Cody Bowl area.

Additional trails are proposed to reduce the need for hikers to travel on the existing summer construction/maintenance road network. The trails would be constructed to meet standard U.S. Forest Service design guidelines.

An extensive hiking/biking trail network with a total length of 23 miles was approved in a 2000 Environmental Assessment. Approximately fifty (50) percent of that trail system is still to be constructed. This plan adjusts the alignment of those trails.

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Figure 5.6 Miscellaneous Infrastructure

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 Canopy Tour/ Ropes Course

A new canopy tour is proposed for the lower portion of the mountain. It would start near the unload point of the planned Sweetwater gondola and first descend down through the trees to the starting point of the base area zip-line. From there the course will continue down to the base area. Participants will have a choice to either ride the zip-line to the base or continue down on the canopy tour.

A good portion of the canopy tour would occur high enough off the ground that tree removal would be minimized. This is because the route of the course will travel over existing ravines in this area of the resort. Where necessary, trees will be limbed to provide necessary clearance for the riders.

The resort plans to install landing platforms on trees using special attachment mechanisms which do not hinder the growth of the tree. Where the use of existing trees is not practical, wood poles/towers will be installed to create an exciting course for the riders.

The course will be laid out in such a way as to limit the amount of tree removal but some tree removal will be necessary. New access trails to the start and finish of the canopy tour will also be constructed. They will be designed and installed to meet the requirements of the Forest Service trail construction guide book.

 Biking Trails

The resort has constructed a network of downhill mountain bike trails accessible from the top of the Teewinot lift. Due to the increased popularity and demand for downhill mountain bike trails, we are proposing to construct several miles of additional trails accessible from the top of the new Sweetwater gondola. This concept would allow for almost three times the vertical rise than what is currently offered by the Teewinot lift. The trails would be installed to accommodate riders of all ability levels. There would be three spate trails each designed to accommodate riders of different ability levels.

The resort also has a network of cross country biking trails throughout the base area extending from the south edge of the SUP boundary to the north edge. JHMR is proposing several more miles of cross country trails.

 Disc Golf (expansion)

Due to the increasing popularity of disc golf, it is planned to add an additional nine (9) holes (tees and baskets) to the existing disc golf course.

 Wedding Site (upgrade)

Due to the increased demand for weddings at the Bridger Restaurant, it is proposed to create a larger and more permanent site for wedding and other outdoor events. This includes the installation of a hard surface and a small enclosure to be used as a chapel.

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 SUP Perimeter Boundary Fence

Due to the backcountry access policy at the resort, there is a need to expand the permanent boundary fence to help identify when a skier/rider is leaving the patrolled limits of the ski area. The fence would consist of either wood or metal posts connected by a steel cable. Boundary signs would be placed (hung) in strategic places along the cable.

 Concert Venue (multiple locations)

It is proposed to install infrastructure on Pooh Bear, Wide Open and lower Easy-Does-It trails to allow for outdoor concerts during the summer season. The improvements would include the installation of electrical power, access routes and a level area for the erection of a temporary stage.

 Wetland Mitigation Sites

As a result of wetland impacts due to several proposed and approved projects, areas provided for mitigation measures are needed. Most mitigation would take place in the same general vicinity as the impacted wetland, but additional mitigation areas would also be required. Sites adjacent to mountain streams provide the best possible locations. Options for these sites include areas on or adjacent to Eagle’s Rest, Teewinot, Antelope Flats, Pooh Bear, Lower Werner, and Beaver Tooth trails.

 Dual Race Course (relocation)

The existing dual race course on Werner run will be installed in a new location on Apres Vous Mountain to better provide recreational and competitive racing programs. This course would include both a start and finish building and required safety fencing. Several small equipment storage “lockers” would also be installed along the length of the race course. The establishment of a new course would require tree removal, grading and snow making improvements.

 Nordic and Snowshoe Trails

Due to the loss of the leased land historically used by the Nordic skiing operation, this activity is no longer offered by JHMR at the resort. It is however offered by guided operations in Grand Teton National Park through a permit held by JHMR. There is also limited access to the Nordic trail network at the Shooting Star resort located adjacent to Teton Village.

The resort now proposes to construct Nordic trails within the SUP boundary and on property it owns adjacent to the resort. These new trails would traverse along the boundary of Teton Village and would access terrain varying in steepness to serve Nordic skiers of different ability levels. The main portion of this trail would traverse west along the edge of Teton Village and then head south toward private property located adjacent to the resort. A trail would be cleared to an average width of 22 feet to provide for adequate grooming of the trail.

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Limited grading and re-contouring would be performed to create this trail. In some locations, moderate tree removal will be required. The installation of culverts at several stream crossings will also be necessary.

 Stash Park Infrastructure

Stash parks are designated areas set up on existing terrain which provide man made features (jumps, walls, turns, etc.) for both snowboarders and skiers in a controlled environment.

Four additional Stash parks are proposed on the mountain at several locations (see Misc. Infrastructure exhibit). The existing four (4) parks will also be expanded and upgraded.

 Avalaunchers® (additional installations)

Due to the anticipated discontinuation of military artillery used during avalanche hazard reduction activities, it will be necessity to add several Avalaunchers® to the mountain. Avalaunchers® are pneumatic “guns” that propel explosive charges to known avalanche starting zones. These new guns will be mounted on new mounts constructed in a similar manner as the existing equipment. They incorporate a concrete block foundation approximately ten to fifteen feet tall with a steel worker platform on top. The guns are mounted on the platform and secured from public access.

 Half-pipe Wall Enlargement (taller decks)

To facilitate the construction of any half-pipe, the terrain where the pipe is located is shaped in a manner similar to the profile of a semi-circle. The terrain currently used for the half-pipe was designed to create a mid-size half-pipe. It is proposed to modify the site by the placement of fill material along both sides (the decks) of the pipe to facilitate efficient sculpting and construction of a “Super Pipe” each winter.

 Terrain Park (installation)

Permanent terrain parks are proposed at various locations on Apres Vous mountain. Installations will take place on the Werner run and/or the new Solitude run. The current park location on Eagle’s Rest run is impacting the lower level MSS lessons and needs to be relocated. To create the park, a significant amount of grading work must be performed. The installation of snowmaking is also required.

 Skier Tunnel

A new tunnel located on South Pass Traverse would be constructed under the Ashley Ridge trail. It would be approximately 24 feet wide, 14 feet tall and 120 feet long. This tunnel would be constructed out of pre-cast concrete panels and/or poured in place concrete. Extensive wing walls will also be required to facilitate installation of the tunnel. Significant grading will be required to install the tunnel along with the placement of large volumes of backfill material to cover the tunnel. Blocks of dense foam will be used during the backfill operation to “balance” the load on the roof of the tunnel. This is common practice for pre-cast tunnel installations. All disturbed areas will be reclaimed.

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 Mountain Sports School Meeting Place (relocation and expansion)

With the ever increasing demand for Mountain Sports School programs, there is a need to expand the existing MSS meeting places in the base area. It is proposed to construct a new meeting place adjacent to the base terminal of the Bridger Gondola. This would require the installation of concrete retaining walls and miscellaneous signage.

 Ft. Wyoming #2 (expansion)

Due to the increasing demand for Kids Ranch/MSS services at Fort Wyoming, it is proposed to create a second Fort Wyoming. This would be accomplished by mass excavating the area to create terrain with a 10% slope and stopping zone. A significant amount of tree removal is required. A new conveyor (carpet) type lift with a length of approximately 200 feet would also be installed. This new lift would likely include a cover over it to reduce slipping issues when it is used during heavy snow storms.

 Avalanche Hazard Reduction Infrastructure - Headwall

Deflection wall or berm: Construct a large concrete or earth deflection wall above the Bridger Restaurant. Preliminary design calls for the wall to be as high as 27 feet.

Terrain modification: Avalanches are routinely quite fluid in nature and often flow out laterally from the main direction of travel. Modifying the shape of the terrain where avalanches historically run can effectively change the location of the slide and the associated deposition of snow. Two separate terrain modification proposals have been identified. Modify the west side of the cliff area of the Headwall. This entails removing as much as 40K cu. yds. of material from very steep and rocky terrain. Modify the terrain west of the of the Bridger restaurant. This would involve changing the shape of the terrain from its current convex shape to a concave shape. This concept would entail the excavation and relocation of approximately 35K cu. yds. of material. Some of this material could be used to construct a deflection berm above the restaurant which would potentially help deflect some avalanche debris around the building.

 GazEx® System (additional installations)

GazEx® “Exploders” are considered artificial release avalanche mechanisms. They are one of several available types. They are basically inclined cannons that are fired remotely by the use of propane. Two 1.5 cu. meter units were installed in key locations on the Headwall during the summer of 2010. Additional exploders have been approved by the forest service on the Headwall and on the cliffs above the area called Pepi’s Bench. An additional four (4) exploders would be installed in the Crags area of the resort above the Casper and Teton lifts. The phasing of the installation of the exploders will be determined as management deems warranted.

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 Utilities

There is a four-inch sewer line located in Sundance Gully trail which provides service to both the Casper and Bridger Restaurants. These facilities are also supplied with potable water through a network of water lines and booster pumps. There is also an extensive network of power, phone and fiber optic lines throughout the SUP boundary.

When the Bear Flats facility is constructed, a new spur sewer line would tie into the existing sewer line in Sundance Gully. Water would be provided to this same facility via a spur line off of the Bridger Restaurant domestic water system. When the proposed Apres Vous restaurant is constructed, a new sewer line would be installed down Werner trail which would eventually tie into the TVW & SD system at the north edge of the Granite Ridge subdivision. Water would be provided by a completely new system originating at the base of the resort.

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5.7 Mountain Access Roads (network expansion)

There will be the need to expand the existing mountain road network for provide both construction and maintenance access in the summer time. This expansion will consist of approximately 0.6 mile of new roads. In Cody Bowl, an old 0.4 mile long access road will be reopened and extended. And a portion of the existing run in lower Amphitheatre trail will be realigned to include a switch back to eliminate a very steep road section. See figure 5.7 on the next page for details.

Summer vehicular access to all the mountain facilities is necessary for off-season maintenance operations and fire protection. In addition, construction of the proposed lifts and buildings would require construction vehicle access. Mountain access roads should provide summertime access for rubber tire vehicles to all existing and proposed mountain buildings and lift terminal locations.

Currently, there are 13.6 miles of mountain roads within the permit boundary that are regularly used and maintained by JHMR. As illustrated in Figure 5.7, an additional 2.9 miles of new roads must be constructed to service the upper terminals of the proposed Solitude and Slalom lifts and the lower terminal of the proposed Slalom lift. The total length of established mountain access roads after upgrading would be 16.5 miles, a net increase of 21 percent.

In addition to construction of new roads, it is proposed to reconstruct a portion of the Togwotee Pass Traverse between the Moran run and the base of Casper lift. The existing grades for the first half of this traverse are very inconsistent which is troublesome for snowboarders and low-intermediate skiers. The traverse will be widened to a minimum width of 16 feet and several corners will be straightened to the greatest extent practical. The average grade of the traverse will be increased.

In an effort to reduce the unauthorized use of mountain access and maintenance roads, it is proposed to construct metal gates at all of the road access points along the edge of the SUP area. Some of these gates will be removable and will conform to the safety standard established by the Forest Service.

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Figure 5.7 Mountain Access Roads (proposed)

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5.8 Permit Boundary Adjustment

A permit boundary expansion was proposed in the 2004 MDP. Approximately 620 acres of terrain in Rock Springs Bowl and Green River Bowl are again being proposed for inclusion within in the Special Use Permit boundary. This terrain is contiguous to the southern boundary of the current S.U.P. and is consistently skied by guests visiting the resort. There are three access points to this terrain (decision points) along the south edge of the current operational boundary that will remain in place for back country skiers to utilize. The expansion of the S.U.P. would improve safety for guests skiing this terrain through enhanced rescue coordination and avalanche hazard reduction activities. Improvements to the area would be for safety reasons only and would be minimal in nature. It would most entail the limbing of tree branches and the removal of a dozen trees. Additionally, an existing summertime hiking trail would be improved connecting the existing hiking trail in Rendezvous Bowl with the base area.

5.9 Development Outside of Special Use Permit Boundary (on private land)

 People Mover (Ranch Lot to Village Lot)

A people mover is proposed to transport guests from the Ranch Lot to the base of the resort. This lift may be an overhead lift with open cabins (cabriolet).

 Redevelop Base Lodge (Nick Wilson’s)

Redevelopment of the Nick Wilson’s building at the base area is proposed. The building is outdated and due for an update to better serve guests. This new “base lodge” would be a very large building and would have a large restaurant, bar, restrooms, conference space, ticket windows, offices, storage and lockers.

 Buildings A&E

There are two new buildings planned for the resort’s maintenance area. One would become the administration building for all of the Jackson Hole Mountain resort. The other would become space for additional mountain operations functions.

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5.10 Analysis of Proposed Alpine Skiing Infrastructure

As discussed in Section 4, the Comfortable Carrying Capacity of a ski resort defines the maximum daily level of utilization of the resort while maintaining a pleasant recreational experience. This should be accomplished while still preserving the quality of the environment to the greatest extent practical. The current CCC of Jackson Hole Mountain Resort, based on all types of lifts, is 6,310. This indicates that the resort could sell 6,310 tickets throughout the entire day and still meet the criteria associated with a very pleasant guest experience. This does not mean there are actually that many people at the resort at any given moment since a large percentage of skiers do not ski all day. During busy holiday periods, 5-10% of guests purchase half-day tickets which are sold starting at 12:30 P.M. The design CCC of this MDP update is proposed at 7,690. This figure is the same number previously approved in various Master Plans since 1996 (see Table 5.5).

The basic parameter for calculating CCC is the “round trip interval” (RTI), which describes the number of runs per hour the average skier will take over the course of a day. The following Skier Circulation Analysis (Table 5.4) is based on the results of on-slope skier surveys conducted during the winter of 2011/2012 and 2012/2013 and assumptions regarding skier circulation patterns on proposed new lift installations. The Granite Ridge, Moose Creek and Union Pass lifts do not contribute to the CCC as they are only access lifts that do not support round trip skiing. Cody Bowl and Cody Bowl Return lifts also do not add to the CCC because they would only be operated in the spring (May-June) after the main ski season is over.

The capacity figures are based on fifteen minute waiting lines on the Tram; seven minutes on Teton, Thunder, Casper, and Bridger; five minutes on Teewinot and Apres Vous and three minutes on the remaining lifts.

It is a common practice among ski area operators, and one that has been generally accepted by the ski industry, to exceed the CCC figure on peak days during the ski season by as much as 25 percent. Maximum resort activity is largely controlled by the limited number of available airline seats providing service into the Jackson Hole valley. This is due to the fact that approximately 78-80% (JHMR figures) of the resort’s skiers arrive via air plane during busy holiday periods. Maximum levels of business can also be mitigated somewhat by eliminating large group sales during peak business periods.

The proposed upgrade program, with a CCC of 7,690, would allow for 1,923 (7,690 x .25) additional skiers during peak periods (an increase from 7,690 to 9,613 skiers per day). This policy is acceptable, as long as it does not become a common practice. Since the current design capacity of the community of Teton Village was derived from the CCC value of 7,690, it is anticipated that during peak business periods, many vacationing skiers will stay in locations other than the base of the resort (as they do now). It should be noted, however, that the parking/shuttle accommodations along with water and sewer systems must be sized for the maximum capacity of 9,613 skiers per day.

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TABLE 5.5 SKIER CIRCULATION (PROPOSED)

Eagle’s Rest Sweetwater Fort Wyoming Fort Wyoming Cody Bowl Lift Name Aerial Tram Bridger Teewinot Apres Vous Casper Marmot Thunder Sublette Union Pass Moose Creek Teton Granite Ridge Solitude #1 Slalom Solitude #2 Cody Bowl (new) (new) #1 #2 Return

Slope Length (ft) 12,500 8,692 1,396 2,605 5,098 5,200 3,390 3,281 3,612 4,108 1,830 1,222 4,106 440 240 100 170 5000 280 1220 1020

Vertical Rise (ft) 4,139 2,747 287 395 1,749 1,440 1,040 1,208 1,456 1,630 260 195 1,618 20 22 12 20 1733 36 425 185 Proposed Hourly Capacity (pph) 650 1,800 1,200 1,800 2,100 2,000 1,950 1,000 1,500 1,460 960 960 1,900 500 600 900 810 1500 810 540 1200 Operating Rope Speed (fpm) 1,970 900 375 900 900 900 900 450 450 450 375 375 900 300 300 100 100 450 100 300 375 Operating Hours per Day 6.7 7.0 7.0 7.0 7.0 7.0 7.0 7.0 6.7 6.7 7.0 7.0 7.0 7.0 5.0 5 5 7 5 0 0 Average Skier Speed (fpm) 550 400 200 350 700 400 500 500 650 650 400 400 750 400 100 100 100 550 100 550 550 Average Ski Day Duration (hrs) 5.5 5.5 5.0 5.0 5.5 5.0 5.0 5.0 5.5 5.5 5.5 5.0 5.5 5.0 5.0 5 5 5.5 5 5 5 Average Lift Line (min) 30 10 5 10 10 10 10 5 10 10 1 1 10 1 1 2 2 5 2 5 5 Average Lift Ride (min) 9.0 9.9 3.0 2.9 5.4 6.8 3.5 7.3 8.4 9.4 4.5 2.9 5.2 1.5 0.7 0.9 1.5 10.0 2.0 4.0 4.0 Average Ski Run Time (min) 22.7 21.6 8.8 7.8 7.1 13.8 6.4 6.3 5.5 6.1 5.0 3.0 5.4 1.0 6.9 2.8 2.9 8.5 2.4 0.0 0.0

Round Trip (min) 61.7 41.5 16.8 20.7 22.5 30.6 19.9 18.6 23.9 25.5 10.5 6.9 20.6 3.5 8.6 5.7 6.4 23.5 6.4 9.0 9.0 RTI (trips per hour) 1.0 1.4 3.6 2.9 2.7 2.0 3.0 3.2 2.5 2.4 5.7 8.7 2.9 17.1 7.0 10.5 9.4 2.6 9.4 6.7 6.7 Average Rides per Day 5.3 8.0 17.9 14.5 14.7 9.8 15.1 16.2 13.8 13.0 31.4 43.5 16.0 85.7 34.9 52.6 46.9 14.0 46.9 33.3 33.3 Vertical Demand (ft/day) 22,137 21,844 5,125 5,738 25,709 14,118 15,678 19,536 20,121 21,111 8,171 8,478 25,869 1,714 767 632 938 24,336 1,688 14,167 6,167

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TABLE 5.6 PROPOSED COMFORTABLE CARRYING CAPACITY (CCC) AT BUILD-OUT

Lift Proposed Comfortable Hourly Operating Up Misload/ Adjusted Vertical Carrying

Map Slope Vertical Capacity Hours per Mountain Lift Stops Hourly VTF/Day Demand Capacity Notes Ref. Lift Name Type Length (ft) Rise (ft) (pph) Day Access % % Capacity (1,000's) (ft/day) (CCC) A Aerial Tram Aerial Tram 12,500 4,139 650 6.7 30% 0% 455 12,618 22,137 570 B Bridger G8 8,692 2,747 1,800 7.0 30% 5% 1,170 22,498 21,844 1,030 C Eagle’s Rest (new) C3 1,396 287 1,200 7.0 0% 15% 1,020 2,049 5,125 400 D Teewinot DC4 2,605 395 1,800 7.0 35% 5% 1,080 2,986 5,738 520 E Apres Vous DC4 5,098 1,749 2,100 7.0 0% 5% 1,995 24,425 25,709 950 F Sweetwater (new) DC4/G8 5,200 1,440 2,000 7.0 60% 5% 700 7,056 14,118 500 G Casper DC4 3,390 1,040 1,950 7.0 10% 5% 1,658 12,067 15,678 770 H Marmot C2 3,281 1,208 1,000 7.0 0% 10% 900 7,610 19,536 390 I Thunder C4 3,612 1,456 1,500 6.7 10% 2% 1,320 12,877 20,121 640 J Sublette C4 4,108 1,630 1,460 6.7 0% 2% 1,431 15,626 21,111 740 K Union Pass C4 1,830 260 960 7.0 100% 2% 0 0 8,171 0 L Moose Creek C4 1,222 195 960 7.0 100% 2% 0 0 8,478 0 M Teton DC4 4,106 1,618 1,900 7.0 0% 5% 1,805 20,443 25,869 790 N Granite Ridge Handle Tow 440 20 500 7.0 100% 0% 0 0 1,714 0 O Solitude #1 Handle Tow 240 22 600 5.0 0% 30% 420 46 767 60 P Fort Wyoming #1 Conveyor 100 12 900 5.0 0% 30% 630 38 632 60 Q Fort Wyoming #2 Conveyor 170 20 810 5.0 0% 30% 567 57 938 60 R Slalom C4 5,000 1,733 1,500 7.0 70% 10% 300 3,639 24,336 150 T Solitude #2 Conveyor 280 36 810 5.0 0% 30% 567 102 1,688 60 U Cody Bowl Handle Tow 1,220 425 540 0.0 0% 0% 540 0 14,167 0 * V Cody Bowl Return C3 1,020 185 1,200 0.0 100% 0% 0 0 6,167 0 * Total All Lifts 65,510 20,617 26,140 16,557 144,137 264,043 7,690

* The Cody Bowl lifts will only operate during the spring/summer season and are thus not included in the resort CCC calculation

Aerial lift CCC = 7,450

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Density Analysis of Upgrade Plan

To promote a high quality skier experience, Jackson Hole has established a planning objective to maintain skier-per-acre ratios that are significantly lower (50%-60% less) than industry norms (see Table 5.7). These ratios are planning objectives and may be exceeded on peak days. Nevertheless, actual skier density on the runs should almost always be lower than industry standards. The Resort Density figures take into account all of the skiers distributed throughout the entire ski area. As discussed in Section 4 (Existing Ski Resort Facilities), it has been estimated that an average of between 25 and 33 percent of the total skier population (depending on weather and snow conditions) will be using the trail system itself at any given time, while the remaining skiers will be on the lifts, waiting in lift lines, at mountain restaurants and/or in the base lodge buildings and milling areas. This means that if a particular lift and trail system has a Resort Density of 15 skiers per acre, there are only about 4 or 5 skiers actually populating that acre at any given time.

The acceptable JHMR Slope Density figures represent the number of skiers actually populating the trails.

TABLE 5.7 JHMR DESIGN SKIER DENSITY (PEOPLE PER ACRE)

Ability Classification Industry Resort Density JHMR Resort Density JHMR Slope Density Beginner 60-100/acre 30-50/acre 8-15/acre Novice 50-70/acre 25-35/acre 6-13/acre Low Intermediate 35-60/acre 20-30/acre 5-10/acre Intermediate 25-40/acre 15-20/acre 3-8/acre Advanced Intermediate 15-25/acre 7-12/acre 2-5/acre Expert and Extreme 7-15/acre 3-7/acre 1-3/acre

The JHMR Skier Density analysis accounts for the fact that there are certain trails on the mountain which are more popular than others as well as trails that receive an accumulation of skiers as a result of several trails merging into one. Therefore, the density distribution within individual lift pods will be uneven at times. Examples of such popular high-use trails are South Pass Traverse, Easy Does It, Amphitheater, Teewinot Gully, Eagle’s Rest Cut-off, and the bottom portion of Sundance Gully. On these trails, actual skier densities would start to approach the industry standard for that particular trail ability classification. Therefore, Jackson Hole should be able to maintain its image as a resort that is not overcrowded on the slopes.

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Table 5.8 reflects the distribution of formalized terrain by ability level after complete implementation of the upgrade program. This is anticipated to occur over a period of 10 to 20 years.

The results of the ski terrain classification distribution are graphically illustrated in Chart 5.1. Upon completion of the upgrading program, ski terrain in the beginner, novice, and advanced intermediate categories will compare well with the ideal distribution of ability levels. As expected, there will still be a surplus of expert terrain, offset by a shortage in the low intermediate and intermediate category.

TABLE 5.8 PROPOSED SKI TERRAIN DISTRIBUTION BY ABILITY LEVEL AT BUILD-OUT

Formalized Slope Capacity Skier Ability Level Skier Distribution Terrain (skiers) (acres) *per average JHMR JHMR JHMR Marketa slope density* (Actual) (Proposed) (Goal) Beginner 11 127 2% 3% 5% Novice 59 561 12% 13% 15% Low Intermediate 70 525 13% 12% 25% Intermediate 217 1,194 25% 26% 35% Advanced Intermediate 221 773 18% 17% 15% Expert and Extreme 650 1,300 30% 29% 5% TOTALS 1,228 4,480 100% 100% 100% a. National ski market distribution per S.E. Group As previously calculated in Chapter 4, the slope capacity of 4,480 (shown above) would be increased by a factor of 2 to 2.5. Therefore, the proposed maximum resort capacity based on terrain at Jackson Hole would range from 8,960 to 11,200 skiers with an average of 10,080 skiers. As discussed, these figures do not take into account many of the physical limitations of the resort such as lift placement, merging trails and egress patterns at the base of the mountain. However the table is a very useful tool in understanding how the existing terrain at Jackson Hole matches the theoretical terrain distribution needed to satisfy the U.S. skier market. It also helps to ensure that the resort terrain can handle even the busiest days of the season.

Since Jackson Hole has an above-average amount of steep terrain, the only way to develop the resort in a way which more closely matches the U.S. skier market is to place high capacity lifts on terrain that is in the skier ability level category that is deficient. An example of this is the redevelopment of the Eagle’s Rest lift. It will have three times the capacity over the current Eagle’s Rest double chair and will include the expansion of the existing novice terrain served by the new lift. This one improvement is responsible for most of the percent increase in novice terrain at the resort from the existing 12% to the proposed 13%.

The concept of strategically placing high capacity lifts in key locations has been the guiding principle behind this upgrade plan.

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CHART 5.1 TERRAIN DISTRIBUTION BY ABILITY LEVEL AT BUILD-OUT

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35% 35%

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5% 5% 5% 3% 2%

0% Beginner Novice Low Intermediate Intermediate Advanced Intermediate Expert and Extreme Skier Ability Level

JHMR (Actual) JHMR (Proposed) Market (Goal)

As one can see from Chart 5.1, the trail network provides a surplus of expert and advanced intermediate terrain with a deficit of all other ability levels. But with the careful new lift configurations proposed in this plan, the distribution of skier abilities will more closely match the U.S. skier market.

The recent installation (2012/2013 season) of the Casper high speed quad chair also significantly changes how well Jackson Hole matches the demands of the U.S. skier market. Since most of the proposed new terrain in this plan will be located in the Crags area of the resort (which is upper ability level skiing), this improvement is the reason the percentage of low intermediate terrain will decrease. Jackson Hole has already developed the vast majority of its available low intermediate terrain.

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5.11 Skier Access and Egress Analysis

Morning Access Capacity (9:00-10:30a.m.) To ensure that the out of base capacity of the resort is sufficient to handle the demand, the industry has determined that the total hourly capacity of the out of base lifts over a period of 1.5 hours (9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.) is greater than the CCC of the resort. The hourly capacity of the resort at build-out will be 6,250 persons per hour. In an hour and one half period, the lifts will transport 9,375 persons. This figure is greater than the CCC of the resort which is 7,690. Therefore the out of base capacity is sufficient under normal circumstances.

At times, the resort has delayed openings due to avalanche hazard reduction operations. In these cases, there will likely be longer lift lines for the first hour of operations.

TABLE 5.9 PROPOSED MORNING ACCESS ANALYSIS

Access Lift Access Lift Hourly Capacity (Skier/Hr.) Tram 650 Sweetwater 2,000 Teewinot 1,800 Bridger 1,800 Totals 6,250

Afternoon Egress Capacity At the end of the day, all skiers must return to the base of the mountain. The objective of the Egress Capacity Analysis is to ensure that a sufficient number of return ski trails exist to accommodate the increased traffic returning from the remote ski lifts during the last 1.5 hours of the ski day without causing overcrowding.

The upgraded ski area would have five major egress routes skiers can utilize to return to the base area.

Way Home: To the Teton Village single and multi-family homes;

Gros Ventre: Over the skier bridge to Tram building;

Teewinot Trail: Funneling between the Teewinot lift and the Four Seasons Hotel;

Eagle’s Rest Trail: Between the Bridger gondola and the base of the new Sweetwater lift;

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Granite Ridge: There is a skier return traverse located in the Granite Ridge development which services homes and cabins in this subdivision. It serves all of the units allowing true ski in/ski out capabilities.

The following Egress Trail Capacity Study (Table 5.9) evaluates the number of skiers that could comfortably descend each egress trail during the 1.5 hour egress period, based on criteria collected at Jackson Hole and at other ski areas within the Rocky Mountain region. The acceptable egress trail density figures used in the analysis are representative of current average egress trail densities observed at Jackson Hole for days during which ticket sales met or slightly exceeded the existing ski area CCC. These egress trail densities are lower than industry standards for the Rocky Mountain region, reflecting JHMR’s desire to offer a high-quality skiing experience.

TABLE 5.10 PROPOSED EGRESS TRAIL CAPACITY

Average Acceptable Total Egress Trail Skier Egress Egress Trail Trail Egress Trail Width 2 3 Capacity 4 (ft) Speed Density (Skiers/hr.) Capacity (fpm) (Skiers/acre) (Skiers) Way Home 30 1,200 10 496 744 Gros Ventre 50 1,200 10 826 1,239 Eagle's Rest Cut-off 100 1,500 10 2,066 3,099 Teewinot 90 1,500 10 1,859 2,789 Granite Ridge 20 1,000 10 275 413 Totals ------5,522 8,284

The results of the Egress Trail Capacity study indicate that the proposed trail network would have a surplus egress capacity of 8,284 skiers which is greater than the resort CCC of 7,690. Although the trails immediately adjacent to the bottom of the resort will be more crowded then the typical trail during the day time, it is somewhat expected and is still below the level of many major Rocky Mountain resorts.

5.12 Grooming Operation and Equipment An important aspect of the upgrading program is the balance between the number of acres of groomed ski terrain and the number of grooming vehicles provided. The proposed skiable terrain totals 1,219 acres after upgrading and expansion. Of this total area, the beginner through intermediate ski trails and select advanced intermediate terrain would be groomed on a regular basis. The ski trails that would be groomed on a regular basis are identified in Table 5.10.

Each grooming snowcat is able to maintain 22 acres of terrain per night operating over a 7.5 hour shift. In order to provide a high quality experience, Jackson Hole must operate a fleet of approximately fifteen

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(15) free grooming vehicles to maintain the more moderate slopes of the expanded trail network. The current free grooming crew consists of eight vehicles. A total of 624 acres of terrain will need to be maintained on a regular basis.

Approximately 200 acres of the expanded ski terrain must be maintained by winch crews. Of that area, 100 acres would require regular grooming by the winch cats, and the remaining area would require periodic maintenance by the winch cats. Currently, the winch crews are capable of maintaining approximately sixteen (16) acres per crew per night. To fully maintain the steeper slopes, the JHMR must operate several more winch cats. Snowfall and temperatures all affect how much the snow cats can groom in any given day.

TABLE 5.11 REGULARLY GROOMED SKI TERRAIN (PROPOSED)

Map Area Trail Name Ability Level Ref. (acres) A5 Tensleep 5 Expert A18 Union Pass Traverse 4 Expert A19 Union Pass Connection 3 Low Intermediate B2 Upper Sundance Gully 9 Advanced Intermediate B4 Upper Gros Ventre 11 Advanced Intermediate B5 Lupine Way 5 Low Intermediate B8 Sunnyside Traverse 3 Low Intermediate B9 Middle Gros Ventre 17 Intermediate B11 Slalom 16 Advanced Intermediate B14 Middle Sundance 14 Intermediate B15 Blacktail 6 Intermediate B19 Lower Tram Line 18 Advanced Intermediate B22 Lower Gros Ventre 10 Low Intermediate B23 Lower Sundance Gully 5 Low Intermediate B24 Eagle's Rest Cutoff 1 Low Intermediate C1 Pooh Bear 6 Beginner C2 Eagle's Rest 14 Novice C3 Wilson Trail 5 Novice D1 Lower Teewinot 14 Novice D2 Bronco 2 Novice D3 Lower Werner 10 Novice D4 Solitude Way 1 Novice D5 Moose Alley 4 Novice D6 Antelope Flats 7 Novice E1 Upper Moran 7 Advanced Intermediate E2 Upper Werner 8 Low Intermediate E4 Upper Teewinot 20 Advanced Intermediate E5 St. John’s 20 Advanced Intermediate 129

Map Area Trail Name Ability Level Ref. (acres) E6 Lower Moran 11 Intermediate E7 Werner 24 Intermediate E8 Upper Hanna 5 Intermediate E9 Buck Run 3 Advanced Intermediate E11 Halfpipe 3 Advanced Intermediate E12 Lower Hanna 8 Advanced Intermediate E13 Teewinot Gully 7 Low Intermediate E14 Togwotee Pass Traverse 4 Low Intermediate E15 Lower Solitude Traverse 3 Low Intermediate E16 Lower South Pass Traverse 6 Low Intermediate E17 Upper Ashley Ridge 2 Intermediate E18 Lower Ashley Ridge 6 Intermediate E19 Saratoga Traverse 1 Expert G1 Wide Open 7 Advanced Intermediate G2 Sleeping Indian 12 Advanced Intermediate G3 Sundog (Lift Line) 13 Intermediate G4 Easy Does It 24 Intermediate G5 Timbered Island 4 Intermediate G6 Amphitheatre Traverse 3 Low Intermediate G7 Camp Ground 4 Intermediate G8 Croaky Point 1 Advanced Intermediate G10 Middle South Pass Traverse 4 Intermediate G11 Upper Solitude Traverse 3 Low Intermediate G12 Sundog-Sleeping Indian Connector 1 Intermediate G13 EDI Bypass 1 Low Intermediate I1 Upper Rag Run 3 Advanced Intermediate I2 Amphitheater 31 Intermediate I3 Lower Rag Run 3 Intermediate I7 Thunder 6 Expert I10 Grand 17 Advanced Intermediate I11 Grand Traverse 1 Intermediate I12 Upper S. Pass Traverse 3 Intermediate I13 Nez Perce Traverse 6 Low Intermediate J2 Hanging Rock 5 Intermediate J3 Laramie Traverse 3 Intermediate J5 Rendezvous Trail 16 Intermediate J6 Bivouac 5 Expert J11 Laramie Bowl 37 Advanced Intermediate K1 Upper Way Home 2 Low Intermediate L1 Lower Way Home 2 Novice 130

Map Area Trail Name Ability Level Ref. (acres) M2 Upper Wide Open 3 Advanced Intermediate M3 Kemmerer 14 Expert M4 Crags 9 Intermediate M7 Teton 7 Expert M8 Solitude Run 7 Intermediate N1 Granite Ridge 1 Beginner P1 Magic Carpet/Ft. Wyoming 4 Beginner R1 Slalom Lift Line 4 Intermediate TOTAL 594

5.13 Nordic Skiing (proposed) While the major winter recreational emphasis will continue to be Alpine skiing, the existing Nordic skiing facilities are included as part of the development proposal. The intent of expanding the Nordic program is to increase opportunities for non-Alpine skiers, thereby enhancing the attractiveness of the destination for the entire family. The extent of Nordic trails and activities offered, as described below, is also expected to attract a significant number of local and some destination Nordic users, independent of those visiting the area with Alpine skiing members of a family. Extensive research studies conducted by the National Sporting Goods Association and American Sports Data have shown that 16 to 23 percent of Alpine skiers also Nordic ski and that 11 to 34 percent of Nordic enthusiasts also ski downhill. Similarly, 21.9 percent of the 1991 National Skier Opinion Survey respondents indicated that they desired Nordic facilities in conjunction with Alpine ski areas.

Current, JHMR does not operate any Nordic skiing operation in the vicinity of Teton Village. There is a course operated by the Shooting Star organization with limited availability to the general public. For this reason, it is planned to construct a new limited Nordic trail system located within the boundary of the Special Use Permit area. It would start near the Cody house and traverse west and then south along the boundary of the resort and residential area of Teton Village.

The proposed new trail system would only accommodate Nordic skiers with at least an intermediate ability level since the terrain has grades in excess of 10%. The new trail network would potentially connect to a trail system that runs along the base of the Tetons. It will include approximately 25 kilometers (km) of track over rolling and undulating terrain. If space allows, the track should be of sufficient width to accommodate one skating lane flanked by two track lanes. Signage on the trail system should also be improved.

A new Nordic Center building may be constructed to better facilitate the function of the Nordic operation. Ski rental and repair/waxing services would be offered in the Bridger Center. A dedicated parking area for Nordic skiers, accommodating approximately 20 cars, should be provided adjacent to the Nordic center building if access is available

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5.14 Visitors Services (proposed)

The upgrading of on-mountain ski facilities should be complemented by an accompanying increase in visitor support facilities and services in the base area. As a part of Jackson Hole's comprehensive development program, these facilities should be designed to provide a quality experience for skiers, resort guests, disabled visitors and the general public alike. In this regard, the planned facilities must reflect the needs and desires of various recreational and other site users on a year-round basis.

In addition to providing a balance of skier support facilities, a key objective of base area planning and future development is to improve pedestrian circulation between existing commercial areas at the base of the mountain through integration with the upgraded ski facilities. It is expected that this will be accomplished over time through the reconfiguration of current pedestrian circulation routes and optimum utilization of the base area with respect to the relationship between ski facilities, pedestrian areas, commercial development and general resort ambiance. Development outlined in the Teton Village Master Plan will help to develop a more formal and continuous interface between parking, overnight accommodations and the mountain facilities.

The development of the base commercial area is directed by the Teton Village Master Plan. This plan, approved in 1998, sets forth a build-out capacity of 5,240 beds. These beds would account for an estimated 3,700 skiers on the mountain at any one time. This figure is less than the 5,240 due to the assumptions that the hotels have an average occupancy of 70 percent and that hotel guests do other recreational activities besides skiing. The remaining skiers would come from local day skiers and guests staying at properties in town and the surrounding communities.

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5.15 Transportation

During the ski season, it is anticipated that most guests (80%) will continue to arrive in Jackson Hole by air service. Once on the ground, several modes of ground based transportation serve Jackson Hole Mountain Resort and Teton Village. Transportation options include private car, rental car, taxi or hotel shuttle. TVA and JHMR have worked in partnership with Teton County in assuring adequate transportation capacity.

To serve those arriving to Teton Village by car (either rental or private), Table 5.12: Parking Capacity (following page) lists parking options. There are several drop-off areas with short term parking to facilitate families and the dropping off of equipment. Carpooling will continue to be encouraged by offering free parking in the Ranch Lot for cars with three or more passengers. Access to the base area from the periphery lots is currently provided by free shuttle buses. It is planned that people will also be transported to the Village core area by some type of aerial people mover. Access to and from the condominiums in Teton Village will be provided by a free Teton Village shuttle bus that is operated by the TVA.

For those not staying in Teton Village or arriving by car, other options include the town/county mass transit system known as START. Currently there are over 80 buses arriving daily to Teton Village in the winter time. Other transportation options include various hotel shuttles and taxis. The START bus is a very popular option for locals and visitors who opt to stay in Jackson and should continue to grow as demand increases.

As part of the approval of the Teton Village Master plan, A Transportation Demand Management (TDM) system was put in place. This plan was established to reduce the rate of traffic growth on the north portion of highway 390. The TVA manages the program and generate a report for Teton County on an ever other year basis. Over the last 15 years, the rate of trips generated by the increase in activity at the resort both in the winter and the summer is well below industry norms.

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5.16 Parking

The 1998 Teton Village Master Plan called for a total of 2,014 parking spaces at Teton Village with an additional 1,325 spaces at Stilson Park located seven miles south of Teton Village. This provided a total of 3,339 public parking spaces for resort guests and employees. Teton County will provide oversight to the parking requirements and supply are business continues to grow.

Since the plan was adopted, a commercial owners organization was formed called the Teton Village Association (TVA). It has taken over management of the public parking areas in Teton Village and at Stilson Park. To discourage high levels of vehicles driving to the resort, TVA charges $15.00 per day until 3:00 P.M. to park in the Base, Mid, and Upper village lots. They also obtained property 1000 feet east of Teton Village and installed an 812 space parking area known as the Ranch Lot. The lot, which costs $5.00 per day, includes a waiting/restroom facility and has regular free shuttle bus service to a drop-off area near the base of the Tram building.

The table below shows the planned number of parking spaces and there location at build-out. TABLE 5.12 PARKING CAPACITY

ab TETON VILLAGE PUBLIC PARKING CAPACITY Base Village Lot (Main) 386 vehicles Mid Village Lot (Crystal Springs) 177 vehicles Upper Village Lot (Cody) 341 vehicles Ranch Lot 1,312 vehicles Sub Total 2,216 vehicles c ADDITIONAL PUBLIC PARKING CAPACITY Stilson 600 vehicles Stilson Overflow 725 vehicles Sub Total 1,325 vehicles

Total Public Parking 3,541 vehicles

TETON VILLAGE PRIVATE PARKING CAPACITY Hotels & Businesses 607 vehicles JHMR Operations 55 vehicles Total Private Parking 662 vehicles

GRAND TOTAL PARKING 4,203 vehicles a. Including short term and handicap spaces b. Parking fee charged in winter c. Located seven miles shouth of Teton Village owned by JHMR and operated by TVA

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5.17 Operation and Utilities Infrastructure

Domestic Water System Requirements Based on the projected CCC of 7,690 skiers, the volumetric domestic water requirement for the ski related facilities amounts to 80,100 gallons per day (GPD), as shown in Table 5.13.

TABLE 5.13 DOMESTIC WATER REQUIREMENTS

Domestic Water Requirements Total Ski Area Capacity 7,690 Skiers Water Consumption per Skier 10 GPD Total Design Consumption - Ski Facilities 76,900 GPD

For purposes of determining peak flows and storage requirements, the peak day skier capacity should be used. On peak days, volumetric domestic water requirements for the ski facilities will be an additional 13,400 GPD (1,340 skiers x 10 gpd/skier). This figure only accounts for water usage within the ski area lodges and does not include domestic water use by overnight guests in Teton Village.

Domestic water for the ski area facilities would continue to be provided by TVW & SD. Two 1,000 gallons per minute (gpm) wells supply the main system and are supplemented by a 400 gpm back-up well. This equates to a capacity of over 3,000,000 GPD. This current water supply is sufficient to satisfy the total water requirements for the expanded ski facilities. Preliminary studies and testing have indicated that wells on the mountain would not yield sufficient flows to support the on-mountain buildings.

The current water distribution system can be expanded to provide water to all of the new base area facilities, as needed. A three-inch water supply line up Sundance Gully trail would continue to service the Casper Restaurant.

A completely separate piping system supplies water to the Bridger Restaurant. This system includes a booster pump halfway up the mountain. Water for snowmaking would be provided by wells owned by JHMR or the TVW & SD. A new source would need to be established in accordance with current water rights allocations to satisfy total snowmaking water capacity requirements.

Sewer Requirements The design sewer volumes will replicate the water consumption requirements established for the skier service locations. The existing TVW & SD system can handle 750,000 GPD. The sewer system has sufficient capacity to meet future sewer requirements.

The Forest Service has indicated that on-site leaching fields would not be an acceptable form of sewage disposal on NFS lands. As a result, the existing TVW & SD sewer network would be expanded to serve the new buildings in the base area. The four-inch sewer line up Sundance Gully trail would continue to service the Casper Restaurant. A spur would branch off the Gros Ventre pipeline at the South Pass

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traverse to service the Bear Flats facility. An alternative to the South Pass traverse sewer line would be to install non-water facilities at Bear Flats. A new sewer line would be installed down Werner trail from the proposed Apres Vous building, tying into the Granite Ridge sewer main.

Power Requirements Snowmaking and lifts will produce the largest electrical demand for the ski facilities. As the final design for the lifts and snowmaking has not been completed, it is not possible to prepare a detailed estimate for the total ski area power load. Lower Valley Energy (LVE) has a 20 megawatt substation immediately adjacent to Teton Village. This power supply is considered sufficient to handle all future needs of the resort.

Due to the spread of the power loads on the mountain, the expanded primary power distribution network would be high voltage (7,200 volts) with individual transformers located at each point load that would reduce the voltage to the appropriate level. The expanded mountain power distribution system, which is owned and maintained by LVE, will consist of buried cable with no overhead power lines proposed.

Communication Requirements Primary communication between the base area and on-mountain facilities would continue to be provided by telephone service and wireless technologies. From the base area buildings communication lines would radiate to the maintenance and JHMR office buildings, all lift terminal locations, and all major mountain buildings. The existing and new communications lines will be buried or will be installed on lift towers. Secondary communication and communication to mobile staff (i.e., Ski Patrol, maintenance, etc.) would continue to be provided by mobile radios and cellular phones.

JHMR would also install buried fiber optic cables to most of the proposed facilities and would continue to own and maintain this network.

5.18 Employee Housing

The current Teton Village Master Plan outlines the employee housing requirements for all commercial businesses at the resort. JHMR has special requirements for the resort operations. To date, all Teton county employee housing requirements have been met.

Going forward, JHMR is currently constructing the next phase of the Webster LaPlant (Powder Horn) employee housing development in town and is slated for completion in December 2014.

5.19 Future Recreational Opportunities

The development of additional overnight lodging and amenities in Teton Village, in conjunction with growing tourism in the greater Yellowstone/Jackson Hole area, will sponsor a major increase in year- round use of the resort and the surrounding environs. While the major winter recreational emphasis will continue to be Alpine skiing, Nordic skiing and guided back-country ski touring (Randonnee and Alpine) programs will continue to be offered. For site users not engaged in any of the active

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recreational pursuits offered, a Tram ride to Rendezvous Peak is available, as well as a gondola ride to the Bridger Restaurant facility, where souvenir shopping, interpretive exhibits, and dining are available. Torch-light parades and sleigh rides would continue to be offered from Teton Village, as well as expanded dining and shopping opportunities. Off-site activities such as snowmobiling, dog sledding, snowshoeing and nature viewing would also be offered to visitors in the area. The intent of expanding the offering of winter and summer recreational activities is to increase opportunities for non-Alpine skiers, thereby enhancing the attractiveness of the destination for the entire family.

During the non-winter months, especially during the peak summer season, the existing Bridger facility will continue to attract additional business groups, tourists, sightseers, package tour groups, etc. These various individuals and groups will continue to use the resort facilities and other recreational opportunities including chairlift, gondola, and Tram rides; hiking, mountain biking, and horseback riding trails connecting the base area with the on-mountain lodges; interpretive walks; mountain-top dining, etc. For the majority of summer visitors, access to the Bridger Restaurant will continue to be achieved by riding the gondola from the base area. Other more active visitors could arrive at the facility by hiking, mountain bike, or on horseback using the dedicated trail routes that would traverse to the area. The Bridger building would be designed to serve cafeteria food, as well as offering sit-down dining, with panoramic views of the surrounding peaks and valleys. Informational signage and exhibits would educate visitors about the unique environs. A short interpretive nature trail would be developed in the vicinity of the Bridger Restaurant.

The Teewinot chair would continue to be utilized for summer operations to transport people 400 vertical feet up the mountain for access to various recreational activities. Access to the downhill mountain bike trails is the currently the main use. This chair is also used regularly of general sightseeing in where guest ride the lift both up and down.

In conjunction with the operation of the Tram, which transports people to the top of Rendezvous Peak, an improved interpretive program would be established at Corbet’s Cabin, including orientation signs and exhibits that would provide the general public with learning and viewing opportunities of the unique surrounding environment. This facility would be developed in coordination with the Bridger-Teton National Forest, and possibly Grand Teton National Park. The small retail store and food service area in Corbet’s Cabin would be maintained until the new Corbet’s Cabin facility is constructed.

Other activities that would be held in Teton Village include arts and crafts fairs, antique car auctions, concert series, bird shows and special events (i.e., Mountain Man Rendezvous).

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5.20 Resort Capacity Summary (at build-out)

Although Jackson Hole has a reputation as one of the premier ski resorts in North America, it is critical to the long-term viability of the operation to create a well-rounded four season destination resort that has the capacity to provide an unparalleled recreational experience without becoming overcrowded. Table 5.14 provides a capacity summary of various components of the Resort operation.

TABLE 5.14 RESORT CAPACITY SUMMARY (PROPOSED)

PROPOSED RESORT CAPACITY SUMMARY

Resort Capacity-CCC (daily) 7,690 Skier Capacity (based on terrain) 9,250 Food Service Daily Capacity5 (includes all of Teton Village) 12,381 Parking Capacity6 8,406 Beds in Teton Village 5,240 Lodging Rooms outside of Teton Village (Jackson, Wilson, The 5,900 Aspens, etc.)7

Jackson Hole Mountain Resort is confident that this new Mountain Master Development Plan will fulfill the various demands of visitors and locals for many years to come.

5 Based on a 50 percent increase in restaurant seats over current conditions in Teton Village and a turnover rate of 3.0. 6 This parking capacity is based on 4203 spaces as approved in the Teton Village Master Plan at an average vehicle occupancy of 2.0.persons per vehicle 7 Figures Provided by Teton County planning department. 138