What’s the best thing in the world? Well a strong argument can be made between sex and skiing. But then in close second, is blowing shit up and shooting artillery rounds. Then the soft part on a horse’s nose or chin might rank third. And if money is anywhere on your list then you can listen in too. So, what can be done so that you are assured to be making a hearty attempt at maximizing satisfaction in life? Be a ski patroller.
By my count, they get to frequently indulge in three and a half of these biological human cravings; that is, skiing, blowing shit up, shooting large guns at inanimate objects, and you kinda get money for it all (a half). And if thats not enough you get to hang out with cool dogs. It is no surprise then that the ski patrol continue to do their job very well. I have had my quarrels with ski patrol, but the fact remains that they are working hard to make lift-accessed skiing as sick as possible, and not to mention, safe, so that you and the Chad (the gaper) alike can stay alive. Oh yeah and so the mountain doesn’t get sued. Not only on Whistler do the ski patrol deserve some recognition, but take a moment to appreciate the work they do all over. They are all the same breed anyway and can be traced to a single common ancestor, whoever that ragged and selfless caveman may be, I sure as hell don’t know.
My relationship with the Ski patrol is a love hate relationship but nonetheless you should raise your glass, a crutch or your busted arm and lets give big up’s to the Ski Patrollers of this world! Thanks Guys
Ski Patrol get to: Shoot large guns, ski, throw dynamite, ski, drink beer, get first chair (before you even get up), always have first run, play with dogs, ski, sit around in their hut and act cool, ski, drink beer, sell t-shirts, have fires, ski, drink beer, dig snow pits, learn about aspect and slope, get to ride in helis, find dead bodies, break cornices, watch avalanches, ski cut, drink beer, play with their dog’s puppies, drink beer, ski, and help you if you’re hurt.
Be a volunteer and get your whole family free season passes. Stanky !
Thank you Matt Franus and Dr. Robin Banny
Best job I have had and ever will have in my life (holla Breck). For anyone thinking of doing it…….do it! Thanks to all that keep living The Dream and doing the hard work for us. And for those who ride the resorts and don’t appreciate the patrol, your mind will be changed the next time you break your ass on the hill.