Chicopee Ski Patrol

Chicopee Patrol General Information

Chicopee Patrol is proudly affiliated with the Canadian Ski Patrol System (CSPS) providing first aid and rescue services to ski resorts across Canada. The CSPS is a National Organization comprising of highly trained volunteer and professional members providing rescue services and safety education for ski areas and non-skiing events across Canada.

The Chicopee Patrol had been affiliated with providing first aid services only during the winter months. Chicopee started a new emphasis on operating as a year round resort. They expanded their facilities to provide area residents with new recreational activities. Chicopee introduced a bike park, mountain bike trails, adventure challenge course, tennis, beach volleyball and summer camps expanding the need for patrol members to volunteer first aid services during the summer months as well as winter.

Joining the Chicopee Patrol

The Chicopee Patrol offers individuals the opportunity to become members of a National organization of highly trained Medical Responders/Rescuers. As a member of the Canadian Ski Patrol System (CSPS) you will be provided opportunities to develop both individually and as part of a team.

Winter Patrol

The Chicopee Patrol and CSPS welcomes all individuals interested in qualifying to become members of the winter patrol. Your application is received as a general member of the CSPS. Upon successful completion of the training program you may apply to the resort of your choice where you wish to volunteer.

Applications may be obtained directly from members of the Chicopee Ski Patrol or by visiting the CSPS National web site.

Summer Patrol

Chicopee patrol is currently looking for volunteers for the summer patrol.

As a member of the Summer Trail Patrol you will provide first-aid and emergency services at the Chicopee Resort from May to September. Patrollers may carry out their duties on mountain bikes. Members of the Trail Patrol are members of the CSPS, however, there is no requirement to be a member of the winter patrol.

The Chicopee Summer Patrol provides challenging and rewarding volunteer opportunities. Training and certification will be provided to you through the CSPS for First Aid only. Interested individuals who wish to volunteer for the summer patrol may contact us by email (chicopee_patrol@hotmail.com) or through any member of the Chicopee Patrol.

Important Links

CSPS National Link: http://www.CSPS.ca
CSPS Western Zone: http://canskipatrol.com
CSPS Ontario Division: http://skipatrol.on.ca

Contact Information

Patrol Leader and Assistant:Steve Shaw and Fred Peters
Email at: chicopee_patrol@hotmail.com