Each year all patrollers are required to demonstrate defined skills via a Refresher. Last year we changed up our programs to combine into one all-day event that allows you to re-certify for the upcoming patrol year in OEC, CPR/AED, and Chair Evac. Following are key information points and links for everything you need to know for planning to attend this year’s refresher! And don’t forget to sign up for the potluck at the end of day! Once you have completed the refresher, we want your feedback! Please click here: FEEDBACK
EVENT RELEASE – Required for participation. This year we have ONE release to cover the entire Event Schedule. From the OEC Instructor Refresher and Chair Evac on Sept 20 thru to completion of our full patrol event on Sept 27. To help make the process smoother, please complete your authorization by Sept 15. Click here to sign the release >> EVENT RELEASE
REGISTRATION – Required The new OEC Refresher program registration starts in the Learning Center on NSP.org. There are two parts:
1. OEC Online Module – this is done at your own pace but should be completed BEFORE you attend the in person skills refresher.
2. OEC Refresher Skills – a separate registration for your in-person activities. You select the location where you attend (so if you can’t attend on the 27th, select the location where you arrange to participate.)
If you have questions about how to enroll, click here for more information >> Instructions for OEC Refresher Session Registrations
OEC INSTUCTORS – Please refer to the Instructor page for information about the Sept 20 plans.
PLAN FOR THE DAY – Important information for what to expect on Sept 27
General Schedule of Events:
7am Set Up for the Day
8am OEC Refresher
1pm Lunch and some announcements
1:30pm Patrol Photo (note: uniforms are not needed)
2pm Chair Evac
5pm Cookout and Local Awards
7pm It’s a Wrap, You’re Refreshed and ready for the season!
What to Bring Checklist: Your lunch, clothes for inside and outside skill stations for OEC, gloves and sturdy shoes and your helmet for Chair Evac, your contribution to the evening potluck, a great Refreshing attitude and a smile!
Did you Complete your advance requirements? * Finish Online OEC Modules * Register for the skills session you are attending * Sign your event release online * Complete the CPR Online if due this year * Pack your lunch * Find your helmet and hiking boots
CPR SKILLS Demonstation and Re-certs – go here for more information on CPR. >> CPR Skills
MOUNTAIN HOSTS – Plan to arrive at MRM by noon. Check in / sign in with station 7 to confirm actual timing for your CPR skills demonstrations. Location will be east side of building towards Rentals. After that you will merge in with the rest of patrol for lunch meeting, pick up a sign off sheet for Chair Evac, then out to the hill. Make sure that you also complete the Event Release noted above for the refresher.
CHAIR EVAC – Participation Requirements:
- Bring helmet, gloves, good shoes, and appropriate attire for the weather.
- Sign the event release form above.
- Watch these videos in order below.
- What’s in the Bag – Click Here
- Talk the Talk – Click Here
- Full Body Harness – Click Here (Disregard the chest descender, the “CROLL”, in this video. All other features of the harness are the same as ours.
- Complete Google Form by 9/25/26 11:59 PM >> Google Form Link
Please note for videos 1 & 2, a passcode will be displayed at some point during the video. You will need that passcode to complete the Google Form verifying you watched the videos. For video 3, you will need to answer a question related to the content of the video.
POT LUCK DINNER AND AWARDS After all that work during the day we hope that you will join in for a cookout and comradery led by Tom M, Paul F, and Aaron B. Patrol will be providing the meat and some adult beverages, and patrollers are requested to bring something to share. Please sign up here with your planned contribution of a side dish or dessert based on last name. POTLUCK SIGN UP
T SHIRTS If you missed the earlier bulk order, there’s still an opportunity to get your MRM Ski Patrol T shirt via Etsy! Price is just $13 ea with tons of color options. Order yours here – TSHIRT
CONTACT US – Is something missing, or you have a general question about the refresher? Contact our Refresher Team Leads as needed: OEC – Danielle Redmond, CPR – Wally Taylor, Chair Evac – Tom Tavenner, general info for Annual Refresher, releases – Cheryl Raudabaugh, overall season concerns – Sallie Evans, PD. Or, email: Refresher@madriverskipatrol.org