Moose, Wyoming facts for kids
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Moose, Wyoming
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Moose, Wyoming from US 189
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 Moose, Wyoming
Location in Wyoming
Moose, Wyoming
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Wyoming |
| County | Teton |
| Time zone | UTC−7 (Mountain (MST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−6 (MDT) |
| ZIP codes |
83012
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Moose is a small, quiet community located in Teton County, Wyoming, within the beautiful Jackson Hole valley. It's not a big city, but a special place where people live inside Grand Teton National Park. Moose even has its own post office with the zip code 83012. It sits right by the Snake River, a famous river known for its wildlife and scenery. Many families here live on land that's surrounded by the park, which makes it a unique place to call home.
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Exploring Moose and Grand Teton Park
The name Moose can refer to the main community or a smaller group of houses. These houses are mainly for employees of the National Park Service and their families. The Park Service has its main offices for Grand Teton National Park right here in Moose. They also have a visitor center where you can learn all about the park.
A local group called the Grand Teton Association also has facilities in the area. They work to support the Park Service and its mission.
Historic Murie Ranch in Moose
Famous conservationists Olaus Murie and Margaret Murie, along with Olaus's brother Adolph Murie, lived in Moose for many years. Their home, known as the Murie Ranch, is now managed by the Teton Science Schools. This ranch was recognized as a National Historic Landmark in 2006 because of its important history.
Community Life and Surroundings
The people living in Moose are counted as part of the Moose–Wilson Road area. Most residents live on the east side of the Snake River. This area stretches from the Jackson Hole Airport in the south to Shadow Mountain in the north.
Over time, many ranches and homes along the Moose–Wilson Road have become part of the national park. This includes the JY Ranch, which belonged to John D. Rockefeller Jr., and the Murie Ranch. The main shops and restaurants in Moose are found at the Dornan family ranch.
Moose in Movies
Because of its beautiful location in the Jackson Hole valley, Moose has been a setting for several movies. One example is the film The Far Horizons, which was made in 1955.
Notable People from Moose
Moose has been home to many interesting and influential people. Here are a few:
- Cary Judd: A talented singer, songwriter, and author.
- Olaus Murie: An important environmentalist and biologist. He led The Wilderness Society. Olaus played a key role in creating the Wilderness Act. With his wife Mardy, he also helped protect the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge.
- Margaret Murie: Often called the "grandmother of the modern conservation movement." She wrote several books, including Two in the Far North. Margaret, along with her husband Olaus, was very important in making the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge a protected area.
- Terry Tempest Williams: An American author, conservationist, and activist.
- Thomas Mangelsen: A famous wildlife photographer known for his stunning images of animals in nature.
- Yvon Chouinard: A rock climber, environmentalist, and successful businessman. He founded Patagonia, a company known for its strong focus on protecting the environment.
- Mario Gabelli: An American stock investor and financial expert. He founded and leads Gamco Investors and is also a generous giver to charities.
- John F. Turner: A former director of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, working to protect wildlife and their habitats.
