Winter in Wyoming
Celebrating With Seasonal Activities
A horse-drawn sleigh ride is another way to experience Wyoming’s nature in all its wintertime glory. Some day trips wind through the National Elk refuge and offer a chance to see more of the wildlife that’s out and about this time of year with the comfort of blankets and warm drinks. For winter fun that will get the whole family smiling, not much beats an exhilarating ride down the mountain. Sledding and skiing are such classic thrills whether you go down the slope at the end of your block or head to a tubing hill, like the one at Grand Targhee Ski Resort, which offers reasonably priced fun — $10 for a full day of tubing.
Winter in the Star Valley highlights the magical place we call home in a different way than the other seasons. As the snow falls around us, here are a few ways you can get outside — with several layers on, of course — and enjoy the frosty Wyoming weather. The landscape of white provides opportunities to enjoy our state by ski, sled, and sleigh. Bison still roam the valley, and while Old Faithful continues to spout a steady stream in Yellowstone, there are only a few ways this time of year to reach her: by ski, snowmobile, or snow coach. Skis might be the most active way to get there, and a trip on a snow coach offers a more leisurely, but still adventurous, option. You’ll likely see bison either way. Some folks enjoy making evening visits, when the dark sky gives way to spectacular views of the stars. For an adventure off the beaten path, dog-sledding trips, ranging from several hours long to overnight guided trips, recreate the rush that drivers on the Iditarod must experience. While taking in the beautiful snow-dusted trees and miles of open space, learn about the wildlife and wilderness that we call home. Some of the guided tours make time for a stop at Granite Hot Springs, where everyone gets a rest — dogs included — and human participants warm up in the naturally heated water.
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Cauliflower Soup Ingredients
Inspired by Good Housekeeping
• 1/2 cup heavy cream • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil • Salt and pepper, to taste
• 1 small head cauliflower (about 2 pounds), cored and sliced • 1 leek, chopped • 1 medium onion, chopped • 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped • 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth
Directions
1. In a large pot over medium heat, melt butter into warm oil. Add onion and leek, season with salt and pepper, and cook until tender, about 10–12 minutes. 2. Stir in garlic and cook for 1 minute. Add cauliflower, broth, and cream.
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Simmer until cauliflower is tender, about 15 minutes. 3. Using a blender, purée in batches until smooth. 4. Top servings with a drizzle of olive oil and a pinch of pepper.
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