What are some of the Benefits of becoming a volunteer ski patrol at Lake Louise? There are numerous benefits to join patrol, here a few to list • Advanced Medical Responder training accredited by the HRSDC • Become a part of a great skiing & snowboarding family • Give back to the community and help those in need • Discounted Avalanche Safety Training courses • Earn 1 credit day for every day you patrol—can be redeemed for a day lift ticket, or submit 14 for an individual pass or 24 for a Family pass at Lake Louise. Can donate your credit vouchers to friends and family WHERE TO GET MORE INFORMATION Lake Louise Volunteer Canadian Ski Patrol Recruiting [email protected] www.cspslouise.ca • Additional information • Schedule a patrol shadow day at Lake Louise • Attend a recruitment event (ski around/ familiarization day) Vo lu nte er S ki Pat rol a t La ke L ou i se Calgary Zone Website www.cspscalgary.ca • New patroller course dates & registration information • Open house date (September) Talk to a Patroller! • Earn free tune vouchers to keep your skis or board in great shape! • Lunch voucher on your patrol day. Free coffee, hot chocolate, and tea (with your own mug) • Pro-deals on a wide range of ski and snowboard equipment • Discount at Lake Louise retail shop & repair service • Ski improvement courses • Attend first aid competitions and compete with other zones • Carpooling & subsidized accommodations • Many fun social events! We are looking for passionate, fun, and dedicated men and women to join our team! Volunteer Ski Patrol—Lake Louise Your First Year: Your First Year Continued: September—November November—May Canadian Ski Patrol— Calgary Zone • • • • • • • Basic Requirements Be 18 years of age Complete a CSPS Calgary zone volunteer application form, which includes personal information, a criminal records check, and a listing of two references Be an intermediate to expert skier or snowboarder Fundraising Commitment October ski sale or casino (later in the year) 2 Fundraising shifts per year (applies to new recruits as well) Completed by patroller or replacement Penalty of $100 per missed shift Complete New Patroller Course through the Calgary Zone—$235 (includes manual, CD, National Registration) In Classroom Training & Examination • Mandatory attendance (at least 90%) • Weeknights and a couple weekends (starting mid-September) • Written exam (100 multiple choice questions, 80% pass mark on first attempt, 85% pass mark if second attempt required). Correct to 100% using manual • Five CSPS National skills exams, including full patient assessment with verbalization On-Snow Evaluation (Must pass first aid course first) • • Pass ski test at Canada Olympic Park and demonstrate intermediate to expert skiing or snowboarding skills Toboggan handling training • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Choose Lake Louise Ski Area Attend Lake Louise return training weekend (optional and encouraged) Attend Lake Louise ski-around days (optional and encouraged) Pass Lake Louise specific ski test Complete 8 Lake Louise orientation days Acquire Equipment Jacket: $100—May have loaner jackets for training Backpack: $50-70—May have loaner backpacks for training First Aid Equipment: $50-80—Supplemental equipment to obtain the minimum kit requirements defined in CSPS manual (scissors, whistle, etc). 6 bandages, and basic first aid supplies are provided. Lake Louise additional requirement - Shovel. Probe and avalanche beacons are encouraged Sign Up for other Optional Training & Events Throughout the year Ski Improvement Avalanche Skills Training Assistant Instructor/Instructor (first aid & on snow) World Cup ski races Canada Winter Games Special Events Patrol Commitments Fulfill patrol commitments of 2 weekend days a month (minimum) after you have completed your orientation training days. After Your First Year • • • • • • • Returning Patroller Commitments Annual registration Fee (after your first year): $135 (currently) Attend annual re-certification weekend through Calgary zone (includes CPR) Attend Lake Louise returning training weekend Skiing/snowboarding and toboggan handling skills evaluated every three years Fundraising commitments continue to apply Fulfill patrol commitments of 2 weekend days a month (minimum) Register for optional training & events