Moving to Wyoming: Homesteading in Teton Valley

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PHOTO: DAVID SWIFT
The Hansens use the wind and sun to make their own electricity.

Two couples over the hill (from Jackson) adapting without compromise after moving to Wyoming.

Moving to Wyoming: Homesteading in Teton Valley

At first glance into Teton Valley, it’s easy to think, “This place has seen better times.” There doesn’t appear to be much going on. For entertainment, there’s one movie screen, the Spud Drive-In, and it’s closed half the year. Looking closer though, it’s apparent that, despite recent lean times, there’s no fear in the air. Kids wobble their bikes down the main highway without a care. Mention drugs, and people think of sulfa. If Teton Valley wants to lay a claim to fame, it was the Pea Capital of the World–80 years ago.

For the past 15 years, Teton Valley has attracted more than its share of persons looking for rural lifestyles. And not only because it’s low key. It’s privy to the world-famous Teton skyline and all the other natural attributes of Jackson Hole (which sits about 30 miles on the other side of the range) but to none of the hustle-bustle.

Paul and Mary Lou Hansen

  • Published on Aug 14, 2012
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