“ To Keep the body in good health is a duty… otherwise we shall not be able to keep our mind strong and clear. ”
• Buddha •
Snow & Avalanche Professional
Ski Instructor
• Woods Valley Ski Area [ 1999-2003 ]
Providing quality instruction and teaching methods to enable students to learn skills and achieve learning outcomes in a safe learning environment.
Keep your students safe and mitigate hazards & risks’ associated
Keep your lessons fun.
Mitigate insecurity and rid your classes of judgement.
Listen to your students and let them reveal their own motivation.
Embrace failure, encourage reflection and foster growth.
Acknowledge/ Reflect on students growth.
Be humble in your approach, proud of your work,
National Ski Patrol
• Snow Ridge [ 2005- 2009 ]
• Song Mountain [ 2007- 2009 ]
• Eldora Mountain Resort [ 2009- 2010 ]
Proficiency in, and proof of current, valid medical credential of National Ski Patrol Outdoor Emergency Care.
Follow instructions of lead, manager or supervisor
Above average skiing/riding skill in various snow and weather conditions
Provide care and treatment of injured guests/staff
Document care/treatment rendered, incident investigation evidence and observations
Maintain signage, hazard markings, rope and/or bamboo lines
Maintain the proper height of lift tower, light pole and sign post, padding
Assist other departments when required
Education Program Director
Mentor :: Presenter
A backcountry ski area in the Rocky Mountains of Colorado founded with core principles to educate the fundamentals of gear functionality, travel techniques, decision- making skills and avalanche awareness.
“ This year, we’ve revolutionized our approach to backcountry education by offering Backcountry 1, 2, and 3 lessons to help you feel fully prepared to take on your AIARE Recreation level 1 course. “
Backcountry 1: Intro to Backcountry
Backcountry 2: Backcountry Skills
Backcountry 3: Avalanche Prep
Mentorship & Educational Clinics
Safety Academy Ambassador
[ Motorized Avalanche Rescue Clinics ] ••• [ Avalanche Awareness Workshops ]
Teaching avalanche awareness and rescue skills to a local community of wilderness enthusiasts in our winter wonderland of the Rocky Mountains, Colorado.
Explore a variety of Safety Topics from
Avalanche & Snow Safety Professionals.
