Teton Science School

What Collaborative is your organization associated with?

The Teton County Outdoor Recreation Collaborative.

Tell us about your organization.

Since 1967, Teton Science Schools has connected people, place, and nature through education, engaging learners of all ages in meaningful, place-based experiences that inspire curiosity, leadership, and a deep sense of connection to the world around them. Located on four campuses in Jackson Hole, Wyo., and Idaho, TSS programs include, an outdoor learning school for schools and visitors from around the world, educator development, Wildlife Expeditions, Wyoming Stargazing, two independent schools serving students from early childhood through 8th grade and programming at the historic Murie Ranch.

How is your organization connected to outdoor recreation in Wyoming?

TSS's Outdoor Learning School offers year-round, custom 3- to 7-day outdoor education programs. Activities include hiking, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, ecological inquiry, student-led field research, and the Doug Walker Challenge Course. Wildlife Expeditions operates guided eco-tours as a non-profit provider, featuring summer wildlife and stargazing tours (April–November) and winter snowcoach tours (December–March).

You may notice something new in our upcoming newsletters!

Over the next few editions, we'll be introducing a Steering Committee Member Spotlight to highlight the individuals helping lead and guide the work of each of our collaboratives. These spotlights will take the place of each featured collaborative's regular update, giving us an opportunity to highlight the people behind the work.

We hope this new section offers a glimpse into the Steering Committee's role, strengthens connections across our collaboratives, and helps build a greater sense of community among the wonderful people who make this work possible.

We hope you enjoy getting to know these incredible individuals as much as we enjoy working with them!

-The Collaborative Team

John Gallagher - PCORC

Meet John Gallagher, a member of the Park County Outdoor Recreation Collaborative Steering Committee for the past five years! John serves as the Director of Information Technology at the Buffalo Bill Center of the West and as President of Park County Pedalers. Passionate about outdoor recreation and its importance to the local economy and lifestyle, John enjoys connecting with decision-makers to help bring projects like the Outlaw Trails to life. Outside of work, you can find him mountain biking or powder skiing. A fun fact about John? He's never seen the movie Titanic!

Clay Cundy - NEWORC

For the past five years, Clay Cundy has been helping champion outdoor recreation as a member of the Northeast Wyoming Outdoor Recreation Collaborative Steering Committee. As Vice President of the Campbell County Recreation Foundation, Clay is passionate about creating new opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts, including the development of the Red Rock Trails and Burnt Hollow trail systems. He especially values collaborating with fellow committee members to bring new ideas to life. When he’s not advocating for outdoor recreation, Clay enjoys exploring remote landscapes and capturing nature photography. A fun fact? Clay’s legal first name is Leslie, which he shares with his wife!

Thomas Pede - WRORC

As owner and operator of Gannett Peak Sports, Thomas Pede brings a passion for outdoor recreation and community involvement to the Wind River Outdoor Recreation Collaborative Steering Committee. While he has been involved with the Collaborative for years, he has taken on a more active role over the past seven months. Thomas is especially excited about expanding trails and pathways throughout Lander and connecting town to nearby trail systems. He values learning about local projects and hearing different community perspectives. Outside of work, he enjoys mountain biking and big-game hunting. A fun fact about Thomas: What was supposed to be a six-month stay in Fremont County for him and his wife has turned into more than 15 years of calling the area home!

Julie Greer - CPORC

Julie Greer has been part of the Cloud Peak Outdoor Recreation Collaborative Steering Committee since its beginning in 2023! As Project Coordinator for the Center for a Vital Community at Sheridan College, Julie is passionate about connecting communities with each other and the outdoors. She especially enjoys strengthening connections between Sheridan and Johnson counties and the Wyoming Outdoor Recreation Office and is excited about Black Mountain Nordic's upcoming Wilderness First Aid course. In her free time, Julie loves fly fishing, camping, and backpacking. And a fun fact? Despite her love for the outdoors, Julie admits she's terrible at riding a bicycle!

Meeting Highlight: SWORC met in Rawlins on September 23rd and welcomed Don and Christy Hall, who shared the story behind The Great Divide Outdoors and their efforts to support the Continental Divide Trail (CDT) hiking community. Our team also joined them to see their work on the CDT firsthand (pictured below). The group discussed progress on Roger Canyon, Albany Peak to Peak, and proposed multi-use trails near Rawlins. Click here for the meeting notes.



Upcoming Meeting: Virtual on Tuesday, December 1st, 5-7 p.m. Click here to join.

Meeting Highlight: SCORC met on October 29th and welcomed guest presenter Rachel Schmidt, who shared information on American Rivers and its efforts to improve river health and recreation opportunities. The group also discussed progress on local projects, including Wilkins Peak, Killpecker Sand Dunes Campground, and Skyline Trail, as well as potential new trail connections between Rock Springs and Green River. Click here for the notes.

Upcoming Meeting: Virtual on Tuesday, November 10th, 5-7p.m. Click here to join.

Meeting Highlight: MMORC met on October 1st and welcomed guest presenter Kris Searles, who shared information about Boulder Crest Wyoming and its programs supporting veterans, first responders, and their families. The group also discussed progress on local projects, including Boulder Lake climbing routes, the Half Moon archery range, White Pine mountain biking trails, and skate park expansion. Click here for the notes.

Upcoming Meeting: Virtual on Monday, November 2nd, 5-7 p.m. Click here to join.

Update: TCORC's logo is almost finalized! Be on the lookout for it in the next edition!

Upcoming Meeting: Virtual on Thursday, November 19th, from 5-7p.m. Click here to join.