More than ever, the Teton Backcountry Alliance needs your support!

Here’s why:

We can expect even more people skiing the Teton backcountry this coming winter.
The Federal Government has reduced funding to USFS and NPS, and JHTTB has reduced its support of ambassador programs.
After 20 years of service, Jay Pistono is retiring as the Lead Teton Pass Ambassador.

How to Give: Old Bill’s giving season is now till Sept 12th.

Giving through Old Bill’s adds to your gift with JHCF’s match and automatically makes you a TBCA member.

Expanding Efforts in 2025–2026

Teton Pass Free Shuttle – This year, adding Fridays to last year’s Sat & Sun schedule.
Teton Pass Backcountry Ambassadors – 20 ambassadors promoting responsible use and addressing trailhead congestion.
Snow and Safety Reports – Weekly interviews with avalanche experts posted on Spotify and KHOL.
Coal Creek Beacon Park – Practice your search skills with 8 buried transmitters.
Free Search Clinics – Three sessions providing basics in beacon use and accident management.
Public Events – BBQ & Pistono Celebration (Oct), Teton Tales (Jan), Backcountry Film Fest (March).
Advocacy and Public Education – Protecting winter backcountry, conserving wildlife, ensuring sustainable access.

TBCA is a small grassroots organization that depends on your support. PLEASE give what you can! Thank you!

Board List: Madison Ostergren, Thomas Turiano, Jed Porter, Kim Havell, Jay Pistono, Mike Parris, Gary Kofinas