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The election for the NSP board of directors opened on October 17. There are six candidates running for five open positions. Please make sure you vote for your board leadership. To vote, login to the NSP website and click "Member Services," then click the large "Submit your Vote" button, which will take you to the voting site. There is also information on all the candidates under "Board Elections," including platform statements and applications. Voting ends December 1, so be sure to vote!   

 

NSP Board Passes Resolution Supporting 10th Mountain Division         

This month, the NSP board of directors issued a proclamation supporting the 10th Mountain Division Foundation's efforts to create a permanent display at the Colorado History Center (home of the Colorado Historical Society). The Colorado Historical Society and the Denver Public Library are co-partners of the 10th Mountain Division Resources Center.  

     

Three NSP Board Members Finish Term         

The NSP wants to thank David Ginley, Bela Musits, and Clark Noble for their service to the board of directors. These three members are completing their board service on December 1. They brought ideas and improvements in the areas of brand, governance, and strategic planning. We are a better organization because of their service.  

  

NSP Safety Team Announced         

The NSP has added five new members to its eight-member Safety Team. Please welcome new members Shauna Bocksch, Patrick Cruver, Brett Henyon, Mike Husar, and Sal Mascareñas, who will join existing members Mike Petrozzi, Ed Strapp, and Lonny Whitcomb. Look in the winter Ski Patrol Magazine for more information the new Safety Team.  

  

Donations Fund NSP Education Programs        

We want to thank the estate of William Leonard Blake, which left a $1,000 donation to the NSP in the will. Blake, a patroller in the Central Division, had National Appointment Number 1965. Also, we want to thank the Powder Ridge Patrol in Connecticut for making a $900 donation in the name of Gerald "Gerry" LeBlanc, a longtime patroller who had started the patrol on the path to fundraising so that the patrol could give back. Each month going forward, NSP will spotlight someone or multiple people who have given to the NSP's Anniversary Fundraising Campaign.

 

NSP and NSAA Address Burton Patroller Look-Alike Parka         

The leadership of the NSP and the National Ski Areas Association (NSAA) are working together to address a potentially serious issue. Snowboard company Burton has created the new Porter Patrol Jacket, a reversible jacket with a white patrol cross on one side. Burton is marketing the jacket to the public (nonpatrollers) with the slogan "Blend in with authority." Both NSP and NSAA have written letters to Burton regarding the potentially serious consequences that could arise from having young snowboarders and skiers impersonating patrollers. Patrollers are advised to be on the lookout for members of the skiing and snowboarding public wearing this jacket.  

    

Subaru Safety Campaign 

NSP and Subaru have developed "Keep Safety On Your Mind," a new safety campaign designed to raise awareness of both snowsports and driving safety. To help spread this message of safety this ski season, NSP has new materials available for you and your patrol, including a 4 inch by 5 inch safety brochure, stickers, and bandanas (coming mid-December). Call David Frick at 303-988-1111, ext. 2641 to place an order. Please have a credit card ready to pay for shipping, but there is no other cost to patrols! While you're ordering, add in some NSP lip balm from Natural Ice and "We're A Different Breed" and "Love Your Brain" Smith helmet stickers!

 

Patroller Education Conference 2012         

One Degree Of Change Can Make All the Difference, by guest speaker Dan Miller. Dan and his presentation have been praised by patrollers in the Pacific Northwest. He is now bringing his awesome interactive session to PEC on Saturday afternoon! As a ski patrol instructor for over 30 years, and a professional motivational speaker, Dan will captivate you and provide you with a variety of strategies to use in ski patrolling, as well as personal life skills that increase retention and impact performance. Check out his and other speaker's info in our current PEC brochure on page 8.

 

Register NOW online for $234. Price will increase to $259 beginning January 15, 2012!!! Click here to register or see the online brochure.

  

Snowsports Industries America Snow Show held in Denver January 2012

Registration is currently open to all NSP members to attend this season's Snow Show in Denver. This is an opportunity to preview gear for the 2012/2013 season. You must preregister online via the SIA website. Click here to register. Show dates are January 27-29, 2012. In 2013, NSP will be celebrating its 75th Anniversary during the SIA show. More details will be coming to the NSP website shortly!    

 

Peak Rescue Course Offers Scholarship        

Peak Rescue Institute is an AMGA-accredited, nonprofit educational organization dedicated to training people who save lives. Peak Rescue recognizes the importance of the work National Ski Patrol does, and offers courses in the extrication and management of patients in mountain environments. The rope rescue skills learned in Peak's classes can be directly applied to the work you do on the hill.

 

In support of organizations such as NSP, Peak Rescue is currently offering scholarships to qualified individuals whose patrols or agencies lack sufficient funding for training.

 

Application deadline is December 31, 2011, for the upcoming class in Joshua Tree National Park, April 20-26, 2012. Check out the Peak Rescue website for more info. Be sure to file your individual application prior to the deadline.

Marketing/Communications/Events

Natural Ice Lip Balm

Mentholatum® Natural Ice® Medicated Lip Balm helps prevent, and temporarily protects, dry, chapped, and wind-burned lips, plus provides SPF 15 sunscreen protection.

 

  

GoPro 

The HD Hero2, GoPro's newest and best camera yet, will soon be available via the NSP Pro Page. With 11 megapixels and the ability to shoot 10 photos per second and 1080p video capabilities, the HD Hero2 makes a perfect camera for capturing those powder shots you used to only be able to tell your friends about. Look for it on the NSP Pro Page in December. 

 

 

Backcountry Access

BCA Float 36: The Ultimate Patroller Airbag. From the leaders in snow safety comes a new airbag pack designed for patrollers: the Float 36 from Backcountry Access (BCA). The Float 36 includes big storage volume, an internal frame, load lifters, back panel access, internal shovel/probe pockets, waist belt pockets, ski/snowboard/helmet carry systems, a lined goggle pocket, and a hydration sleeve. The airbag deploys behind the head, keeping you on top in an avalanche and protecting the upper body from trauma. It allows for clear peripheral vision and the ability to escape the slide. Easily refilled at a large network of BCA authorized refill centers. Get yours for this ski season via the  NSP Pro Page.

 

 

Smith   
Smith Optics is currently offering 50 percent off retail pricing to all active NSP members! Check out the Vantage helmet, the I/O goggle, or the line of premium performance sunglasses; you get 50 percent off of retail on Smith's entire product offering. Place your order now on the NSP Pro Page located under Member Services at http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?llr=76htuscab&et=1108590341047&s=17162&e=001pwY3h4o2wyIfxTPVT79mLk97Pue54NcdTV3ItzxZ5TCdRcskmmnpOpLC2tIwSGuWqzNDjLbZqRRmUztdwAhLlcjRUSCIsS-CHbnGLc0nfWI=. Hurry, inventory is quickly selling out!

 

NSP Pro Page

Did you know you can give yourself a raise? Shop the NSP Pro Page and save big bucks on pro deals from NSP Official Sponsors. Login to the Pro Page by clicking here, or visit http://www.nsp.org/ and click on Member Services. Then, click on NSP Pro Page under "Quick Links." Sponsors new to the Pro Page include Atomic, HEAD, and Surgex. Login now to check out great deals on skis, snowboards, boots, and bindings from Atomic and HEAD, as well as Surgex's clinically-proven nutrition product that powerfully aids sports performance and recovery.

 

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Education

A Message from Education Director Darcy Hanley