So you think you want to be a patroller? Well, the first thing to do is contact the ski area you wish to patrol at and talk to the Patrol Director. Chances are they have some sort of ski test you must pass before you can apply to their patrol. Then you need to take and pass Outdoor Emergency Care, an intensive first aid course very similar to that of an EMT level. Then once you pass OEC you spend you first year as a "Candidate" learning more first aid, sled handling, and the ropes of patrolling. Then in the spring you need to pass "Candidates Day" which will officially make you a patroller and allowing you to wear the prized cross on you back!
Ski Patrol Links
National Ski Patrol
If you have any questions or comments about patrolling, e-mail me at siamese@slic.com!
National Ski Patrol Eastern Division
Ski Patrol Web
The Patrol Page
National Ski Patrol FAQ
NSP Eastern Pennsylvania Division
Canadian Ski Patrol System
My Ski Patrol Pack Contents Page!
My Skiing Page!
The above does not in any way reflect the views of National Ski Patrol, Whiteface Mt. Ski Patrol, Beartown Ski Patrol, or any one other than the personal opinions of the author.