ski patrollers
What Does Ski Patrol Do at the End of the Season?
by Mark CroneAfter a long winter and snow sliding season, there’s a tendency to just drop everything after that last day and last run. The season is over (unfortunately). As a ski patroller, the end of season means I have double duty… Read More →
How To Become A Ski Patroller: Year-Round Training
by Mark CroneAs the weather begins to turn and temperatures drop, the skiers and snowboarders out there are starting to think about the upcoming season. You’re thinking about getting that seasons’ pass; buying some new skis and/or planning a winter vacation. If… Read More →
Meet Homer, Horseshoe Resort’s Four-Legged Hero
by liftopia*As told by Bob B., Horseshoe Ski Patroller. Homer has a very interesting story. He is a purebred English Springer Spaniel and became part of the Horseshoe Resort patrol team about two years ago. His story goes as follows… His first… Read More →
The Alpine Responsibility Code Explained
by Mark CroneYou’ve seen this sign for years – it’s often in yellow – and usually off to the side of the Main Lodge and/or at the lift line at virtually every ski resort in the world. It’s the top 10 list… Read More →
Do You Have What it Takes to Be in the Ski Patrol?
by Mark CroneBeing a Ski Patroller is tough to define. It’s a mixture of a few things: Ski/snowboard “bum” (meaning you absolutely love to be out on the slopes—day or night, any temperature, any conditions); first responder (you know what to do… Read More →
Ski Safety: Tips To Protect Skiers & Riders On The Slopes
by Dave BelinWhy do we love to snowboard and ski? That’s a silly question with an easy answer: because it’s fun. A significant contributor to the fun of downhill snowsports is the sensation of sliding down the hill, in control but at speeds… Read More →
How To Become A Ski Patroller
by Mark CroneThe very quick and easy answer to the above title is—Contact your local ski patrol to get more information on how to become a ski patroller. The longer answer starts with the following question… Do you have what it takes… Read More →
The Life of an Avy Dog
by Troy HawksI want to be reincarnated as an avalanche rescue dog. I mean think about it: You get to hit the slopes pretty much every day of the season, you and your best friend are always the first ones on the… Read More →
A Day In The Life Of A Ski Patroller
by Mark CroneI started skiing at the age of 6. When I think back to my early days of skiing (rope tows, T-bars and all), I remember seeing those Ski Patrol guys (and girls) and thought, Wouldn’t it be neat to be… Read More →
10 Minutes with Colorado Ski Patroller of the Year, Jake Ziemski
by Kristen LummisThere are a lot of ski patrollers in Colorado. With 26 resorts, and tens of thousands of skiable acres in the state, it takes a lot of professionals in red coats to keep everyone safe. Each year, Colorado Ski Country… Read More →
