Division and Regional Newsletters:
- New Jersey Region Newsletter: January 2010 Patrol Belt
- Eastern Division Newsletter: Trail Sweep Winter 2009-2010
- Link to current: Eastern PA Regional Newsletter
FOUR ELECTED TO NSP BOARD OF DIRECTORS (12.02.09)
The NSP membership has elected four to its Board of Directors in the 2009 election that ended last night. A total of 2,889 members voted (10.61 percent). The four elected members are:
- Larry Bost: Appalachian Ski Patrol; Southern Divison
- Frank G.F Davis: Snowy Range Ski Patrol; Rocky Mountain Division
- Janet Glaeser: Boston Mills/Brandywine Ski Patrol; Central Division
- John Lawson: Hunt Hollow Ski Patrol; Eastern Division
Eight candidates from six divisions were nominated in this year's election, and 13 NSP members sit on the Board. The new Board members will take office on January 1, 2010. NSP Board members are elected for a three year term and Board members may serve for no more than a total of six years.
The Bylaws rewrite ratification was also passed; 2434 members (93 percent) voted Yes. Thanks to all who voted!
REGION REPRESENTATIVE: Candidates interested in being considered for a Region Representative position may contact Sue-Ellen Helmacy and/or their patrol director, as the new officers will be voted on at the January Region meeting by PDs, and take office as of April 1, 2010. It is a two-year term to which one can be elected to for three terms.
MEMBERSHIP DUES (2009-2010 DVSP Membership):
Dues will be collected at the annual DVSP OEC Refresher on October 5, 2008. Any member who will not be attending the DVSP refresher should mail their 2008-2009 dues (using the check writing guidelines outlined below). Checks should be mailed so they arrive by November 8, 2008. Please mail your check to:
Jim Paradee
126 Review Avenue
Lawrenceville, NJ
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Membership dues $90.00 (except lifetime members).
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Checks must be made payable to DVSP.
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Use the memo section on your check for writing your membership number (and your name if you are using a business check).
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Please notify the DVSP of any changes, i.e. membership status, address, phone number, etc., in writing.
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Any current DVSP member who does not wish to continue his/her membership should notify the DVSP of their decision, so you won't be pursued for the dues.
On April 18, 2009, the New Jersey Region Awards Dinner was held at the Lake Mohawk Country Club. The following DVSP Patrollers received awards:
Service Awards:
Catherine Kness for 40 years of service to the NSP.
David Mooney for 20 years of service to the NSP.
Jim Paradee for 15 years of service to the NSP.
Valerie Smith for 10 years of service to the NSP.
Janice Alt for 5 years of service to the NSP.
Roger Copt, Gene Jack, and Joe Manna each received the Patriot Star Star Award for serving in a combat zone while in the military.
Congratulations to all!
DVSP Members at NJ Region Awards Dinner
L to R: Al Tatyrek, Joe Manna, Val Smith,
Roger Copt, Judy Copt, Catherine Kness, and Stu Gillard
We are in need of updating equipment. If there is a patroller with contacts in the medical field, please try to secure any and all equipment that can be donated or inquire as to the purchase of equipment at a reduced cost. Contact the Patrol Director, Stu Gillard, with any questions.
The Hunterdon Observer featured an article written by Hunterdon County Democrat reporter, Warren Cooper, about the Delaware Valley Ski Patrol in its December 23, 2006 edition! Please click here to read the article or click here to see the scanned copy of the article!
Nordic Patrollers are needed for patrolling at Washington Crossing State Park. If you or anyone you know might be interested, please contact the Patrol Director, Stu Gillard.
ANNUAL FIVE FINGER REQUIREMENTS
To maintain your membership as a National Ski Patrol member, you must satisfy these annual requirements. Dates will be posted on the DVSP Calendar/Events page.
1. Annual Instructor OEC Refresher Training (for OEC Instructors).
2. Annual Patroller OEC Refresher Training (for all National Ski Patrol members). DVSP holds their annual OEC Refresher Training the first Sunday in October at 8:00 AM.
3. Annual CPR Refresher Training ("Professional Course") combined with the Chair Lift Evacuation Training at Alpine Mountain.
4. Annual dues for NSP and DVSP will be collected on or before the Annual Patroller OEC Refresher Training (first Sunday in October).
5. Annual Ski and Toboggan Refresher Training at Alpine Mountain.
COURSE SCHEDULES: Great courses are being offered! The NSP Eastern Division Course Schedule and the NSP New Jersey Region Calendar & Course Schedule are updated regularly before and during each ski season.
Trail Sweep Winter 2009