Canadian Ski Patrol
1111 Memorial Drive N.W. T2N 3E4 Calgary, AB, Canada

Join Us February 22 at 7pm

Hello Everyone! While it has been quite the hot summer, it is getting to be that time of year again. The seasons are staring to change, new skis & boards are being showcased, thoughts are shifting towards the slopes... And a new Canadian Ski Patrol first-aid course is about to start! Check out the info below on how to register, or if you want to learn a bit more about what we do then come and check out an open house! Additionally, you can email our VP of Recruitment at [email protected] We hope to see you soon! https://www.skipatrol.ca/calgary/new-patroller-course/

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Hey Everyone!! Thanks for your continued in the Canadian Ski Patrol!! Just a reminder registration is open for the Calgary Zone - Spring session for our AFA training! Registration closed March 31/17 or at max capacity of 40 Recruits! ... Email [email protected] if you have any questions about joining. I am a "________" and a Ski Patroller! - doctor - lawyer - safety officer - stay at home Mom -stay at home Dad - paramedic - teacher - student (must be 18) -engineer - administrator Etc We have dual careers we just volunteer our time

Experience Patrol Days are back! Ever sit back on a lift and wonder what is it like to ski patrol? Or if you could you see yourself as a life time ski patroller? Let us help you find the answer. We are excited to announce that our 5th annual Experience Patrol Day is back at Lake Louise on Sunday April 15th 2018. This will be an all day event beginning at 9:00am and ending around 4:30pm. ... This event is hosted by the Canadian Ski Patrol - Calgary Zone and is extremely popular and an amazing opportunity for you to experience what patrolling is like. We strive to build a membership of dedicated volunteers who are committed to a life long journey of the ski patrol industry. This event is highly recommended event to help you make an informed decision about joining the Canadian Ski Patrol. Space is limited so please email [email protected] indicating your interest in the day and our APL of recruitment for will be in touch with the details. Deadline to sign up is April 10th / 2018.

REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN FOR SPRING 2017 - AFA TRAINING!! Minimum class number is 20 with a maximum of 40 participants. Please go to our webpage for the Calgary Zone to find out more info or to register http://cspscalgary.ca/new-patroller-course/ ... If you have additional questions please email VP of Recruitment and Retention at [email protected] The best is yet to come....

SUPER EXCITED !!! Our Nakiska Experience Patrol Day is just around the corner! please email [email protected] to sign up. Space is limited. Save the date March 18/2017 contact person is Nicole O!!

We’re ready, even if Mother Nature isn’t.

Registration is almost full - interested in making a difference! sign up today! https://www.skipatrol.ca/calgary/registration/

Well folks it's hard to believe we are half way through the 2016/2016 ski season!!! How does that happen...?? The good news.... Experience Patrol Days are back!! Our first event is at Norquay this Monday - FAMILY DAY Feb 20!! Please check out our webpage for the Calgary Zone ... http://cspscalgary.ca/experience-patrolling/ Or email [email protected] attention Darryl A-EP day! As well check out our exciting announcement regarding our upcoming Spring Program! [email protected] if you have any questions!

Well everyone Open Houses are finished for the season......but have no fear!!! If you missed them email [email protected] for our upcoming fall course info! Classes begin October 2nd!!

Exciting News coming soon!! Stay tuned

Snow Angels - Attempt to break the world record on Saturday! Way to go CSP - Norquay Patrol

81 Snow Angels out at the Majestic Mount Norquay in Banff Ab! Thanks to all that helped make this day great! #calgaryzone #mountaindivision #CSP

https://discover.rbcroyalbank.com/8-hidden-gem-ski-destin/

Snow Day!!! This is from yesterday in CA! Awesome ...... Lucky day to be "on patrol"

Calgary Zone Members! Safe travels if you are headed out patrolling or just for a day of fun with family and friends tomorrow December 24th. Give yourselves lots and lots of time. Safety begins with us on or off the slopes. Roads were ugly between Banff and Canmore this evening.

Excellent tips to stay safe out there please share. https://www.bigwhite.com//early-season-safety-6-tips-ski-p

Another chilly weekend ahead of us coming up. keep all exposed skin covered up! That said a great big thank you too the PL's, APL's and evaluators who are headed out yet again in the elements to conduct ski tests at Lake Louise, Nakiska and Norquay! Your time and efforts ensuring all our Rookies find homes is greatly appreciated. Stay safe and stay warm.... most of all have fun!

Hanging with Santa!! CSP talking helmet safety with our friends at Cranston Century Hall !

Well ...... In case you have not noticed we are experiencing extremely cold temperatures currently in Calgary and the surrounding areas. Please take care, dress appropriately and ensure all exposed skin is covered. Temperatures are trending slightly warmer on the weekend but still chilly.... If you are out patrolling keep a watch on your partners cheeks and nose. https://www.google.ca/amp/www.cbc.ca/amp/1.3881939

Hats Off to all involved to make this weekend happen! #snowmaking #LakeLouise #CanadianSkiPatrol Thanks for sharing POV Alpine Canada #MuchRespect Enjoy... http://alpinecanada.org/videos/322

Great Watch! Please take the 15 minutes. Please share with the young bloods in your lives! Stay Safe out there! http://unofficialnetworks.com//watch-the-best-avalanche-sa

http://www.cbc.ca//rescuer-injured-hiker-mountain-1.3853664

Something to read while we await the snow :-) http://www.womenwhoexplore.com/ice-canoeing-insane-sport-i/

Two Returning weekends for local patrollers down. We are getting we are ready to go. Our Rookie class is on the tail end of their extensive training and are looking forward to their field day, National on snow test and then moving onto hill specific training. Almost done! Yaaaay Rookies way to go.

Looking for New or NeW to You Grar.....come on down to the Calgary Nee and Used Ski Sale http://www.skisale.ca

Worth the watch! Stay safe out there http://www.redbull.tv//AP-1N849F87H2111:episo/the-crevasse

Rain in the city right now..... makes for high hopes out west of here. Calgary Zone Patrollers - last re-certification weekend is THIS weekend. Please make sure to roster on and stay certified. If you have any questions please email Chris Oliver at [email protected] Happy Friday!

http://www.skipatrol.ca//snow-angel-guinness-world-record/ Great Article by our Special Project Coordinator and a World Record Attempt for 2017!! Lets do this

http://www.denverpost.com//colorado-avalanches-backcountr/ Snow is falling . An avalanche can happen anytime , take heed and make educated decisions . manage the risk ! Adhere to all signs and markings at your favourite ski areas! Stay safe snow lovers winter is upon us!

October 6th and October 7 respectfully snow - Banff Alberta 2016 - the difference in a day lol

2nd recert weekend for the 2016/2017 season added a little mood lighting !!! Keeping it going during a small power outage! #calgaryzone #dedication #fortheloveofsnow

Just home from watching the premiere of The Fourth Phase! Awesome!! https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=k9qWa0Yn6bo

1st know that I snowboard.....personal disclaimer 2nd it's funny http://snowboardmag.com//tbt-cross-country-snowboarding-ma

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High Ho High Ho it's off to class they go!! 2016 Rookie Class in session. Instructor Terry Abrams showing them the ropes! Photo credit: John Blaber #rookielife #CSPCalgaryZone #primary

Recert Weekend #2 - Returning Patrollers! October 1-2 Have you Rostered on yet!

Good Morning avid Skiers and Snowboarders. REGISTRATION FOR THE 2016/2019 NEW PATROLLER COURSE IS CLOSED. Thanks for all your interest. Please email [email protected] if interested in joining the Calgary Zone if there is enough interest we may be able to schedule a spring course this year.

Well here we go!!! Class is in session! A great big welcome to our Rookies for the 2016/2017 season!!

http://www.skilouise.com/lake-louise-season-passes.php

https://skircr.com/fall-winter-season-pass-sale/

Well this fitting!! Snow report - it's coming !!! Does this make you happy, ready to go and tune up board or skis ??? Snow out west reports indicate Banff Kananaskis and Lake Louise Areas!!... Come out to our second and final Open House for this fall and find out why we do what we do!! Montgomery Community Association @ 630 pm - beside Dhouldice Arena Email [email protected] for more info if interested! http://www.cbc.ca//snow-banff-mountains-lake-louise-1.3770

Looking forward to the upcoming season!! Recruitment is well underway!! We are excited to see the enthusiasm growing with registration having opened on September 6 for our upcoming New Patroller Course we are excited too see enrolment already happening! Please take a look at our website http://cspscalgary.ca/new-patroller-course/ Or email ... [email protected] for additional information!!

Great News too finish off the first recertification weekend of the 2016/2017 snow season!! Snow is falling out at Nakiska!! If you are signed up to participate in this years first aid course with the Calgary zone and want to get a taste of what too expect email our VP of Education at [email protected] to sign up as a patient for our next two re-cert weekends!! http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/calgary/nakiska-snow-1.3757401

Well half way through the first re-cert weekend for the Calgary Zone!! Huge turn out ! Way to go - now let's get snowing Special Welcome to some transfers Mike (Instructor) - Central , Lindsay - Gatineau!!!

Returning Patrollers! Please share and help us grow our outstanding group of skiers and snowboarders. New patroller course starts September 26!! I can smell the snow coming... http://cspscalgary.ca/new-patroller-course/

Good Morning returning patrollers! Here is the link for recertification weekends ! First one is next Saturday and Sunday http://cspscalgary.ca/returning-patrollers/

Summer fun with a few of our CSP patrollers !!

https://www.facebook.com/CanadianSkiPatrolMountainDivision/posts/1178615098862698

https://www.theweathernetwork.com//snow-in-august-h/71378/

Photos from our Rookie Class of 2015/2016 ! Interested in joining our team??? Have at look at our new patroller calendar posted on our website cspscalgary.ca and sign up now! ... First night of class Sept 26!!

Another great office shot CSP Calgary Zone tell your friends to check out our website for information on our up coming open houses in September . cspscalgary.ca and go too Joining the CSP!!!

Fellow CSP Calgary Zone members! Recruiting for 2016/2017 is in full swing. With our recruitment efforts we hope to gain long term like minded individuals to join our team. ... Share with a friend or have them email us at [email protected] for open house info, course calendar and how to join!

Views from our Nordic Patrol!!! Come join our Team! We are waiting for you. Trails in Peter Lougheed Park - the annual Cookie Race there evert February.

#myweekendoffice - another great shot of one of our CSP patrollers 2016/2017 season

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Want to be part of a great organization ??? Love to ski or snowboard ??? Looking for another reason to head out to the mountain air on the weekends??? ... Join the Canadian Ski Patrol - Calgary Zone! Looking for committed individuals for our Nordic and Alpine Patrols!!! Open House Dates are Sept 20/21 2016 Photo: 2016/2017 Rookie Patrollers Nakiska Ski Area