National Ski Patrol
Members of the National Ski Patrol have a STRONG DESIRE to help others, learn emergency care techniques, improve their skiing and snowboarding skills, and enhance the safety and enjoyment of snow sports for all.
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Interested in joining the team? Questions about training or commitment? We offer flexibility and great perks, send us an email at help@yawgoo.com and we will have a YV patrol representative contact you.
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Patroller Candidate (OEC Technician)
Adults who intend to take Outdoor Emergency Care (OEC) and become a Patroller. Once a Patroller Candidate has passed the OEC course, and met all other requirements, they will be classified as a Patroller the following season.
Young Adult Patroller Candidate (OEC Technician)
Students aged 15 to 17 (15 by the end of the current year) who intend to take Outdoor Emergency Care (OEC).
Outdoor Emergency Care (OEC) course:
The OEC curriculum combines classroom learning with scenario-based practice. It prepares patrollers to manage everything from trauma and medical crises to wilderness rescues.
- 100+ hour course held at Yawgoo Valley each year
- Runs Mid-August through November
- Twice weekly in-person sessions, 6PM-10PM
- Online course work due regularly
- Pass the Final Written Exam
- Pass the Final Hands-On Practical
- Medical professionals (EMTs, nurses, physicians) can challenge the course
Other Requirements:
- Join the National Ski Patrol (Dues paid yearly)
- Attend the annual Fall NSP OEC Refresher, either at Yawgoo Valley or another ski area offering the course
- Sign up for at least ten, half-day pre-scheduled duty shifts per winter. Winter season runs Mid-December - Mid-March. Candidates are welcome to patrol as often as they like in addition to their pre-scheduled shifts.
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Patroller (OEC Technician)
A Patroller has successfully completed and passed the Outdoor Emergency Care (OEC) certification course and other NSP requirements and demonstrates skills in a manner that meets both the requirements of the NSP and local ones established by area management.
Yawgoo Valley is always looking for existing Patrollers interested in joining our organization. Volunteer today!
Yawgoo Valley Patroller Requirements:
- Current OEC Technician certification
- National Ski Patrol Member (Dues paid yearly)
- Attend the annual Fall NSP OEC Refresher, either at Yawgoo Valley or another ski area offering the course
- Sign up for at least ten, half-day pre-scheduled duty shifts per winter. Winter season runs Mid-December - Mid-March. Candidates are welcome to patrol as often as they like in addition to their pre-scheduled shifts.
Please apply below or contact help@yawgoo.com with any questions you may have.
PLEASE APPLY BELOW OR CONTACT HELP@YAWGOO.COM WITH ANY QUESTIONS YOU MAY HAVE.
About Yawgoo Valley National Ski Patrol
Yawgoo Valley Ski Patrol is a 50+ member patrol providing Yawgoo Valley Ski Area with a variety of services, including safety patrols, trail monitoring, and closures, on-the-hill and off-the-hill first aid, emergency transportation from the hill, and lift evacuation in the event of a lift failure. We operate out of a state-of-the-art facility completed in February 2004. This facility includes an office area, kitchen, patroller room, boot storage closet, and a fully-equipped patient evaluation room. Yawgoo Valley Ski Patrol and all of its patrollers are proud members of the National Ski Patrol.
Training
National Ski Patrol education programs offer you the chance to obtain world-class training. Learn about emergency care practices, search and rescue techniques, avalanche control, mountaineering, toboggan handling, and many other interesting and essential skills. The most rewarding part is taking what you learn and putting it to the test on the slopes. Take your passion for snow sports to the next level by attending our candidate recruitment day where you are invited to meet our patrol. This is your opportunity to learn more about the benefits of becoming a member, how the patrol operates, what is expected of its members, as well as a chance for the patrol to evaluate your individual talents and abilities.