Another thing that Targhee does right (both for skiing and MTB) is an incredible kid's zone, which we adults also take delight in playing in
I especially need a respite from skiing steeper terrain during the day, so I enjoyed heading to the bunny slope area to goof off and unwind a bit. I will say, I saw those steeps through the gates on the Sacajewea side and
. I'd love to take a cat run over there, especially after biking in that area this summer and seeing that there's a lot of fairly tame, lower angle terrain that's cat accessed (from what I could tell--those who know better can correct me if I'm wrong.)
It's a neat mountain, and again, right up my alley as far as vibe and attitude. I did freeze my ASS off last season, as both days were below 10 degrees, so there were many hot toddy breaks taken. Hoping the visit this winter has some sunny days so I can see the view of the Tetons.
The snow had a different consistency than I've ever skied, too, probably partly due to the cold. It was very chalky, and fairly slow on the first day.
Can't wait to go back!