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The view from the board on a crisp winter afternoon about -8 degrees F. Ski Patrol 2 days in a row with sub zero temps.
Minnesotans are becoming soft, the media must be scaring them and they don't come outside to enjoy the winter. The snow is great and with all the snow making there is even some soft snow to carve up on the snowboard. It's great to be out making turns on the board.
The transition from daylight to dark.
It's a good feeling to be on the hill as a Ski Patrol, not having any calls is good. Last night we were needed 3 times to help with medical emergencies.
I take pride in the fact that we are prepared for any medical situation that may arise. I am in radio contact with the patrol room any time it is needed. We can respond with a snowmobile and toboggan or a first aid toboggan located at the top of many of the hills to transport a patient to the Ski Patrol room. We have access to ambulance or even a helicopter if it is needed. When the weather is bitter cold, it is not only the injury we deal with, but also the effects of the cold on an injured skier or snowboarder. Speed of transport is very important to get the patient to the warm patrol room and then deal with the injury.
I really enjoy all the aspects of being a Snowboarding Ski Patrol. The bonus is improving my personal snowboarding and first aid responding skills.
GOOD TIMES!!
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