OEC Refresher & Lift Evacuation Practice

After getting refreshed on Saturday, we practiced lift evacuation on Sunday.

OEC Refresher This Weekend

(posting Kurt's email)
Hello All,

Ron Wilson asked me to let everyone know there will be a study session for any interested patrollers this WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 11 AT 6:00 pm, HOMETOWN PIZZA. The idea is to review the OEC cycle topics for our refresher. If anyone from the Methow side wants to do the same I'd be happy to send out a notice or someone can reply to all.

As far as the refresher goes, we are planning to START AT 8:00 AM at THE HILL. Plan to register, have your coffee and hob nob between 7:00 and 8:00. The sooner we get going, the sooner we can finish up. Sunday we'll start at 9:00 AM. A little patrol biz then Lift Evac refresher. Be There. We'll plan a CPR date early Dec.

For the refresher, do bring a lunch and dress for outdoors. We could use some extra help in the victim department. Candidates? Spouses? This is a great way to see how things are done. Let me know.

A big tip of the patrol cap to everyone who put in their time at the Swap. We didn't break any records but we made enough $ to keep our training budget and supply coffers in the black. I encourage everyone to come up with some ideas to make our event more profitable, unique, efficient, attractive , whatever!

That's it for now. I'll spam everyone later this week so no one forgets anything!

Think white stuff,
Oak

PATROLLERS NEEDED

The Loup Loup Ski Patrol is currently looking to increase it's ranks. We are planning to begin our Outdoor Emergency Care training by the beginning of October. If you are a strong, advanced to expert skier or boarder who wants to join our team, please call Kurt Oakley, Patrol Director at 509-997-1600 or email info@skitheloup.com .

Requirements

• Be a strong, advanced or expert skier/boarder
• Be at least 16 years of age
• Join the National Ski Patrol (www.nsp.org)
• Complete one season as a "candidate"
• Successfully complete the Outdoor Emergency Care course including CPR*

*The OEC course is scheduled to begin late Sept./early Oct. It is an online course which generally runs 6-8 weeks. Assignments are completed by email. There will be 5 day long sessions of "hands on" practical training as well, plus a mid term and final exam.

• Maintain an average of one duty day a week plus participation with our annual Ski Swap and training sessions.
• Play well with others and enjoy snow & cold!

Benefits

• 1st year: Free lift ticket while "on duty/training".
• 2nd year: (1st year as patroller) Free season pass plus half price pass for immediate family.
• 3rd year: Free season pass for patroller and immediate family
• Eligible for comp tickets and discounts at other areas
• Pro purchase deals with participating manufacturers

Costs 1st year

• OEC Course: $70
• Text Books: $79
• NSP Dues: $60

Costs 2nd year

• NSP Dues:$60
• Ski Patrol Jacket or Vest $60 to $100

Thanks for considering! Need more info? Questions? Call the Loup Loup Office at 509-557-3401

or Kurt at 509-997-1600

Mark the Calendar

October 24: Taste of Two Valleys event at the Agriplex.

November 7: the Ski Swap

November 14 & 15: OEC Refresher

Top Shack Progress

Thanks to Tom Halpin, Chris Stern, Sharla & yours truly we now have the coolest floor of any ski patrol shack. We were able to get the inside windows trimmed out and almost all the shingles up. At this point, there really isn't enough to do to call for a work party on Sunday. I'll put out another email looking for a get together when we get a few more materials. We still have things to finish up, so stay tuned. Nice job, everyone!

Oak

Patroller Down! (for On-Hill Training)

Charlie had a few pictures to share from previous on-hill training. Click slideshow to see larger images.

Snow Patrol at the Loup

A Patrol on duty, and ready to serve. Click the image to get a better look Dr. Bill's cool shades.

Toboggan Practice

The weather this Friday was perfect for practicing toboggan handling. Here, we see Nicole showing Chris how it's done.

Fundraiser for Loup Loup Ski Patrol "Those who volunteer to haul your rear"

This is our first Patrol fund raiser movie.

Where: Twisp River Pub, Twisp, WA.
When: Tuesday January 27th, movie starts at 7:00 pm, doors open at 6:00 pm.
What: The latest Powderwhore productions movie of backcountry telemark skiing.
Bar will be open and light food menu available.
Cost: $10 adult, $5 kids (18 and under) .

Questions: call the Loup at (866) 699-5334 or 509-557-3401

Mikey's daughter, Leah, has an interesting ride to the Mountain...

Check out her story and pictures on the Crystal Mountain Blog.