Tag: sage grouse

Spring Sightings Gallery

By Spring Creek Ranch on April 11, 2014

Spring is a wonderful time for watching wildlife. Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Parks are less busy, animals are moving around and coming out of hibernation, or returning from their “winter homes.” Check out the below gallery of some of the animals seen during springtime. How many of these wonderful creatures can you name?... Read More.

Spring is a wonderful time for watching wildlife. Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Parks are less busy, animals are... Read More.

Posted in: Spring Creek Wildlife, Wildlife Safari

Sage Grouse - Spring Creek Ranch, Jackson Hole, WY

The Bizarre Sage Grouse in April

By Spring Creek Ranch on April 22, 2011

This month is outstanding for wildlife watching in general, but one of the highlights is the unique courtship behavior by our local sage grouse. Males and females gather in specific areas called leks, and the males work very hard to impress the female grouse by prancing around, raising their sharp tail feathers, beating their wings and inflating... Read More.

This month is outstanding for wildlife watching in general, but one of the highlights is the unique courtship behavior... Read More.

Posted in: Spring Creek Wildlife

Sage Grouse

By Spring Creek Ranch on March 29, 2010

This large species of sage grouse had been in the headlines a bit lately as it has been up for consideration for increased protection under the Endangered Species Act. Grouse are often good subjects for photography as they are relatively tame, but this individual posed for our photo safari participants especially well. During the... Read More.

This large species of sage grouse had been in the headlines a bit lately as it has been up... Read More.

Posted in: Wildlife Safari

Guest Comments ~

My husband and I returned to Spring Creek after a previous visit eight years...

My husband and I returned to Spring Creek after a previous visit eight years ago. They did not disappoint. Our primary reasons for returning...
TA

The staff at the front desk were exceptional. What pleasant experience it was when...

The staff at the front desk were exceptional. What pleasant experience it was when I showed up and had some reservation snafus. The front...
Trip Advisor Review, Washington, DC

When my wife and I were at the Spring Creek Ranch this past week...

When my wife and I were at the Spring Creek Ranch this past week celebrating her birthday and our 40th wedding anniversary, the weather...
Joanne and Jim Hilvert, La Canada, CA

Very relaxing stay. We are a family of four and this was our last...

Very relaxing stay. We are a family of four and this was our last stop on our tour of Wyoming. This was a very...
Trip Advisor Review, Springfield, MO

The view, the view, the view. I could hardly take my eyes off it...

The view, the view, the view. I could hardly take my eyes off it to enjoy the rest of the facility! The fabulous view...
Trip Advisor Review, Wooster, OH

We want you to know how much we appreciated the facilities and services of...

We want you to know how much we appreciated the facilities and services of Spring Creek Ranch for our recent 2014 APA Annual Meeting....
Paul S. Weller, Washington, D.C.

During our three week and 2,500 mile drive through the Northwest, Spring Creek Ranch...

During our three week and 2,500 mile drive through the Northwest, Spring Creek Ranch was one of the more memorable experiences. We were ridiculously...
Johan B. , Tyringe, Sweden

Perfect place to stay out of the way in Jackson, WY. The location for...

Perfect place to stay out of the way in Jackson, WY. The location for us was great – outside the bustle of Jackson but...
Amy K. , Greensboro, N.C.

Thoroughly enjoyed our week stay at SCR! Stayed in a 1 bdrm condo complete...

Thoroughly enjoyed our week stay at SCR! Stayed in a 1 bdrm condo complete w full kitchen and fireplace! Comfy furniture! Beautiful views of...
Patty

Absolutely the best vacation ever. What was a unique about this place was its...

Absolutely the best vacation ever. What was a unique about this place was its resident naturalist and photography wildlife and natural locations that made...
Dhruti R.

Excellent location on a butte between the town of Jackson (10 minute drive) and...

Excellent location on a butte between the town of Jackson (10 minute drive) and Jackson Hole Mountain Resort (15 minute drive). Very relaxing atmosphere...
Trip Advisor Review

Great getaway in an awesome location. Spent three days in a cabin room. The...

Great getaway in an awesome location. Spent three days in a cabin room. The cabins are a bit rustic with a wood burning fireplace...
Anonymous, Lafayette, CO

The restaurant was excellent. Great food and very good service. The views from the...

The restaurant was excellent. Great food and very good service. The views from the restaurant are memorable. The staff is very attentive and they...
Anonymous, Austin, TX

The cabin and views were fantastic! I do not believe I have ever seen...

The cabin and views were fantastic! I do not believe I have ever seen such beauty in one area, my camera will never be...
C. Jackson

Spring Creek Ranch was really great and the facilities were first class.

Spring Creek Ranch was really great and the facilities were first class.
J. Laco

Tag: sage grouse

Spring Sightings Gallery

The Bizarre Sage Grouse in April

Sage Grouse

Share This:

Recent News ~

Winter Magic Never Ends at Spring Creek Ranch

How to Ring in the New Year in Jackson Hole

Taste and Tour Jackson Hole’s Local Craft Beverages

Categories

~ Spring Creek Webcam ~

~ View the Spring Creek Ranch Webcam ~

Recent Press (view all)

Mountain Living

The Orange County Register

Jackson Hole Magazine

Guest Comments ~

Tag: sage grouse

Share This:

Recent News ~

Categories

~ Spring Creek Webcam ~

Recent Press (view all)

Mountain Living

The Orange County Register

Jackson Hole Magazine

E-mail Newsletter Sign Up

E-mail Newsletter Sign Up