The Winds are awesome and offer up some spectacular backpacking opportunities. Cirque of the Towers, Photographers Point, Titcomb Basin, and Green River Lakes are some of the more popular areas. You can base out of Pinedale and do some day hikes or short overnight trips to all areas or do an extended trip in one. With 8 days you'll definitely have options.
Great Outdoor Shop in Pinedale has some good folks working there that can give you up to date trail info and help you avoid hazard areas. They've got some great gear you can rent and plenty of maps, as well.
Photographers Point a few years ago: