• Natural and local product amenities can be found in all guest rooms (soaps, shampoos, salt scrub), packaged in composta- ble bottles.
• Food purchases emphasize local and organic; supply lines with local vendors established.
• BPA-free, Bentwood branded water bottles are provided as an amenity to our guests, eliminating plastic water bottle use.
• Timer for on-demand hot water supply to reduce heat loss during off-peak hours. • Use of 100% biodegradable and 100% compostable garbage bags, reusable grocery and produce sacks.
• Active business member of 1% For The Tetons, Sustainable Travel International and The International Ecotourism Society. • Enthusiastic supporter of local, national and international conservation programs, with financial and in-kind contribu- tions made to organizations such as the International League of Conservation Photographers and the IUCN Tapir Research Group.
In the fall and winter, Bob told me they will be offering many
new packages for cross-country skiing and cycling. He’s even de- veloping a hiking, biking and yoga retreat for guests of the property. The Bentwood Inn is a beautiful, peaceful and serene place to rest and relax after a busy day in Jackson or hiking in Grand Teton Park. And if you don’t get to spot that moose, just go to their Facebook page for a great video of a male and female courtship right in the backyard!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sQunL0EKjH4. Visit
www.bentwoodinn.com for more information.
While in Jackson, don’t miss dining at the Rendezvous Bistro,
an American eatery which features creative interpretations of classic bistro fare. With an interesting craft cocktail list to choose from, we tried the Black Car, which incorporated Black Hennessey with cinnamon/orange bitters; and the Ginger Smash, which combined bourbon with ginger beer, mint and lime. Both were refreshing and delicious!
The Bistro offers the only Raw Bar in town, serving fresh oysters on the halfshell, tuna tartare, and oyster shooters. The menu offered a plethora of small plate choices, which I love and it was hard to
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