Member Application

Thanks for your interest in joining the Welch Village Ski Patrol (WVSP)! As a volunteer organization, WVSP is tasked with providing care to injured skiers and snowboarders at Welch Village. We welcome new candidates to train with our patrol with the hopes of joining as a member of the National Ski Patrol (NSP). Before completing this application, we want you to understand the time commitment that this will require - please read the information on the About page fully before completing the application / information request form.

Why should you join Welch Village Ski Patrol?

You can make a difference in people’s lives being on the front lines of safety, helping to reduce accidents, and providing emergency medical care.
Our comprehensive training programs will provide you with skills to handle any situation on or off the hill.
The opportunity to be a part of a supportive local and national community of like-minded individuals who share your passion for skiing, snowboarding , and helping others.
NSP perks and benefits, such as pro deals on gear, and other benefits, such as guest passes for friends and family at Welch Village, and access to the Minnesota Ski Areas Industry Pass.

Interested in being part of the WVSP? Please fill out the application below and we will be in touch!

Which candidate class are you interested in?

This season

Next season

Applications received before December 1 may be considered for the upcoming season. Any applicants applying after this date should select "Next Season"

I have reviewed the About page and understand the time, training, and participation requirements associated with this role.

Yes

What is your primary discipline?

Alpine Ski

Telemark Ski

Snowboard

Other

To transport patients and fulfill patrol duties, all Candidate/Patrollers must select a primary discipline. If you elect to do multiple disciplines, you will need to complete the on-the-hill training for each discipline separately. Please select which discipline you would like to train under during your candidate year.

Ski / Riding Ability

Due to the demands of patrollers to ski/ride with a loaded toboggan in all sorts of terrain and conditions, WVSP cannot accommodate skiers who are below an Intermediate Level (5 or above). If you would rate yourself below a "5" we encourage you to seek lessons or training to improve your ability before applying.

Do you have any current medical training or certifications?

Yes

It is highly recommended that all candidates, even those with prior medical training or experience, complete the entire Outdoor Emergency Care training described above, as this training is specific to emergency response in outdoor settings. Other levels of emergency medicine, such as EMT, nursing, etc., may not provide training on the tools and techniques used in these settings as recommended by National Ski Patrol.

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