Camp Information
GRAND TARGHEE MUSIC CAMP FAQ’s
- How will the camp be structured?
- How do I get to Grand Targhee?
- Is there a shuttle from the airport?
- If I register for the Grand Targhee Music Camp, can I stay in my room for the Bluegrass Festival?
- What can I buy in Targhee?
- What can I buy in Driggs?
- What should I bring with me?
- Will my cellphone or laptop have any service up there on that high mountain?
- Can I bring my dog?
- What if I'm a vegetarian or have other specialty dietary needs?
How will the Camp be structured?
| Tuesday - Thursday | Schedule |
| 7:30 - 9:00 | Breakfast |
| 9:00 | All camp meeting |
| 9:30 - 12:00 | Class |
| 12:00 | Lunch |
| 1:15 - 2:15 | Class |
| 2:30 - 4:00 | Elective workshops |
| 4:00 - 6:00 | Free time |
| 6:30 | Supper |
| Evening | Jamming (structured and unstructured) and/or evening concerts |
| Friday Schedule | |
| 7:30 - 9:00 | Breakfast |
| 9:30 - 11:30 | Class |
| 12:00 | Lunch |
| 1:00 - 3:00 | Student concert |
| FESTIVAL BEGINS! |
* Breakfast is for students who pay for meals and lodging. Tuesday breakfast only offered to students who pay for Monday night lodging.
How do I get to Grand Targhee?
Grand Targhee is located just outside of Driggs, Idaho. The closest airports are Jackson, Wyoming (45 miles) and Idaho Falls, Idaho (84 miles). From Driggs, follow Ski Hill Rd / Little Avenue east for about 6 blocks. You will reach a fork. Bear left and the road becomes Ski Hill Road. Remain on Ski Hill Road through Alta, Wyoming and on up the hill. Ski Hill Road ends at Grand Targhee Resort! For more info visit: www.grandtarghee.com or call 1-800-TARGHEE. top
Is there a shuttle from the airport?
Yes, Grand Targhee Resort also offers a shuttle service from both airports (not free, unfortunately). Contact Targhee for current rates & schedule: www.grandtarghee.com or call 1-800-TARGHEE. top
If I register for Grand Targhee Bluegrass Camp, can I stay in my room for the Grand Targhee Bluegrass Festival?
You need to make separate reservations for festival lodging. Typically, the rooms are sold out for Friday and Saturday nights, but feel free to check for cancellations or inquire about off-site condos: 1-800-TARGHEE. top
The General Store has most of the essentials, snacks, toiletries, beer & wine. There is also a coffee shop. top
Driggs is the closest town. Here you will find a post office, a music store, a health food store, grocery, a pharmacy, 1/2 dozen restaurants, bakery, drive thru coffee, several gas stations, banks, etc. top
Targhee is at 8000’ so expect mountain weather - anything from 80’s to 30’s at night. Classrooms are indoors, so you don’t need anything out of the ordinary for camp, but you may want to have warm clothes and rain gear to take advantage of your surroundings. Don’t forget shorts, a swimming suit, sunscreen, hiking boots or a mountain bike. Also bring picks, rosin, extra strings, tuner, watch, recording device, notebook and extra batteries. top
Will my cell phone and laptop internet work?
Yes and no....there is some cell service at the resort. Edge & AT&T wireless coverage works. Others are hit and miss. There is complimentary high-speed wireless internet access. top
No, sorry. top
What if I am a vegetarian or have other special dietary needs?
Please contact Thomas Sneed, Camp Coordinator. top
Please contact Thomas Sneed, Camp Coordinator if you have any additional questions.