Winter volunteer registration is closed. If you want to volunteer this season, please email [email protected]
PARTICIPANT PROTECTION POLICIES
SPORT PROTECTION REPORTING FORM
Outdoors for All does not tolerate abuse or neglect of any kind, between any association of staff, volunteers, participants, family members, or caregivers. In Washington State, abuse or neglect is defined as the physical, sexual, or emotional injury of child (or vulnerable adult) by any person under circumstances which cause harm to the individual’s health, welfare, or safety; or the negligent treatment or maltreatment of a child (or vulnerable adult) by a person responsible for or providing care to the child.
If there is suspected abuse or neglect, or a claim of abuse or neglect, taking place within an Outdoors for All program, or with a participant who is involved in an Outdoors for All program, Outdoors for All has a legal and ethical responsibility to report such suspensions or claims to the appropriate authorities and/or support investigations into such claims of abuse or neglect.
During an investigation, Outdoors for All may limit the participation of individuals involved in the claim. Outdoors for All does not have an obligation to share the details of an investigation with those involved in the claim, to protect privacy and prevent retaliation of those involved.
Staff and volunteers complete yearly training on abuse and neglect prevention and
reporting practices within Washington State.
VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION EVENTS
Share stories, reminisce about the epic season, and hang out with fellow volunteers. All winter volunteers are welcome! Please RSVP.
Date: March 23rd
Time: 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Location: The Collective Seattle (400 Dexter Ave N #120, Seattle, WA 98109)
Parking: There is plenty of street parking in the area as well as a few paid lots.
JOB DESCRIPTIONS
Position: |
Downhill skiing and snowboarding (either stand or sit); Cross-country skiing and snowshoeing (either recreational or touring) |
Summary: |
Teach children and adults with disabilities how to ski, snowboard, or snowshoe during our winter program series. |
Responsible to: |
Designated Lead Volunteer(s) and Program Staff |
Locations: |
Summit at Snoqualmie OR Stevens Pass (no cross-country skiing or snowshoeing at Stevens Pass) |
Commitment: |
Full Time (7-week series) or Part Time (minimum of 3 program days) |
Benefits: |
Full Time: Eligible for discounted season pass and prodeals |
Responsibilities:
- Provide a safe, fun, positive and informative learning experience for Outdoors for All participants.
- Complete participant progress reports and make recommendations to participant’s performance.
- For instructional activities, utilize a lesson plan or outline.
- Work with participants to set goals for the season and for each lesson; support the participant to achieve their goal(s).
- Conduct and follow emergency procedures when required.
- Complete incident reports when necessary.
- Participate in pre-activity meeting with assigned Lead Volunteer or Program Staff.
- Report absent participant(s) to staff lead.
- Assist with recruiting and retaining other volunteers and participants.
- Ensure participants unload and load to their assigned bus/van.
- Participate in a minimum of two in-season clinics (strongly encouraged).
Qualifications:
- Age requirement: 14 years or older
- Intermediate ability level or higher
- Relevant certifications desirable (PSIA, AASI).
- Ability to work with a wide variety of personalities, skill levels, and disabilities.
- Knowledge regarding people with disabilities and recreational activities.
- Leadership, communication, motivation, teaching, mentoring, and people skills.
- Ability to commit to all responsibilities and expectations.
- Have a positive attitude
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Job Title: Van Driver
- If you would like to be an on-call driver, sign-up for a full-time shift and email [email protected] indicating your preference.
Job Summary: Drive participants using Outdoors for All vehicles from Outdoors for All office in Seattle to The Summit at Snoqualmie or Stevens Pass
Responsible to: Program Staff
Benefits:
- Full-time and Part-Time volunteers: will receive a lift ticket for each day of volunteering and prodeals
Responsibilities:
- Pick up necessary vehicle, equipment, and supplies.
- Check weather/road reports prior to departing to pick-up location, and be prepared for any conditions.
- Complete safety inspection of vehicle prior to departure and upon return.
- Arrive at pick-up location 15 minutes prior to scheduled departure time. Depart within 10 minutes of scheduled departure.
- Obey and follow all State Laws and posted speed limits.
- Remain on schedule while ensuring a safe ride.
- Assist in loading and unloading of passengers.
- Secure vehicle in appropriate parking location.
- Deliver passengers to authorized drop-off locations only.
- Clean vehicle and return equipment, supplies and lost & found.
- Solve problems/issues during transit and report problems to Staff Lead
- Complete travel logs and other pertinent documentation of travels.
- There may be additional commitments outside of the Outdoors for All season
Qualifications:
- Age requirement: 21 years or older
- Possession of a valid Washington State driver’s license.
- Must pass a WSP background check
- Insurability.
- Ability to facilitate a safe, fun, positive environment to Outdoors for All sponsored activities.
- Ability to work with a wide variety of people, disabilities, skill levels, and personalities.
- Ability to commit to all responsibilities and expectations noted above.
- Have a positive attitude.
- Ability to handle anger, stress, and/or conflict in a positive fashion.
- First aid and CPR certification required.
Other Expectations:
- Complete required in-person and virtual trainings.
- Attendance and punctuality for all scheduled work.
- Ability to complete all volunteer responsibilities noted above.
- No use or working under the influence of alcohol or any other controlled substance(s).
Job Title: Vehicle Chaperone
- If you would like to be an on-call chaperone, sign-up for a full-time shift and email [email protected] indicating your preference.
Job Summary: To ensure that participants remain safe during transportation to Outdoors for All sponsored activities and to assist with emergencies should they occur.
Responsible to: Program Staff
Benefits:
- Full-time and Part-Time volunteers: will receive a lift ticket for each day of volunteering and prodeals
Responsibilities:
- Supervise passengers at all times in transit, and at pick-up/drop-off points.
- Take attendance at each pick-up point
- Allow passengers to leave vehicle only when scheduled, or during an emergency.
- Keep passengers in vehicle until authorized Outdoors for All Program Staff or volunteers meet them.
- Maintain passenger safety including first aid service, if necessary.
- Ensure that passengers use restrooms prior to vehicle departure (when available)
- Report concerns/behavior problems/safety issue to Staff Lead in timely fashion. Using a cell phone, maintain communication with Program Staff
- Using a cell phone, maintain communication with participants/parents/caregivers/group home staff, if arrival at drop-off points is more than 15 minutes behind schedule.
- Complete incident reports as required and submit to Outdoors for All office in a timely fashion.
- After vehicles are empty, remove all garbage and lost & found items.
Qualifications:
- Age requirement: 21 years or older
- Ability to facilitate a safe, fun, positive environment to Outdoors for All sponsored activities.
- Ability to work with a wide variety of people, disabilities, skill levels, and personalities.
- Ability to commit to all responsibilities and expectations noted above.
- Have a positive attitude.
- Ability to handle anger, stress, and/or conflict in a positive fashion.
- First aid and CPR certification required.
Other Expectations:
- Complete required in-person and virtual trainings.
- Attendance and punctuality for all scheduled work.
- Ability to commit to all responsibilities and expectations noted above.
- No use or working under the influence of alcohol or any other controlled substance(s).
Job Title: Lodge Assistant
Job Summary: Serves as an office assistant for Outdoors for All staff, volunteers and participants at various mountain operation locations.
Responsible to: Program Staff
Benefits:
- Full-time and Part-Time volunteers: will receive a lift ticket for each day of volunteering and prodeals
Responsibilities:
- Respond to phone calls from bus chaperones.
- Take attendance and pass out lift tickets.
- Conduct Emergency Procedures when required. Complete incident reports when necessary.
- Participate in pre-activity meeting with assigned Lead Volunteer.
- When needed, supervise participants during lunch or breaks.
- Assist with the cleanliness and uptake of mountain facilities.
- Respond to needs of staff, volunteers and participants as they arise.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Age requirement: Must be 18 years or older
- Knowledge regarding working with people with disabilities.
- Ability to facilitate a safe, fun, positive environment for Outdoors for All sponsored activities.
- Ability to work with a wide variety of people, disabilities, skill levels, and personalities.
- Ability to commit to all responsibilities and expectations noted above.
- Have a positive attitude.
- Ability to handle anger, stress, and/or conflict in a positive fashion.
Other Expectations:
- Complete required in-person and virtual trainings.
- Attendance and punctuality for all scheduled work. Arrive a minimum of 30 minutes prior to lesson commencement.
- No use or working under the influence of alcohol or any other controlled substance(s).
- First aid and CPR certification desired
Job Title: Equipment Manager
Job Summary: Serves as an equipment resource for volunteers. Provides equipment that best meets participants’ needs.
Responsible to: Program Staff
Benefits:
- Full-time and Part-Time volunteers: will receive a lift ticket for each day of volunteering and prodeals
Responsibilities:
- Pull equipment and support instructors in meeting participant equipment needs (i.e. boots, skis, poles, adaptations).
- Conduct pre-season organization and evaluation of equipment status.
- Coordinate the repair and maintenance of equipment as needed.
- Maintain safety of equipment.
- Monitor the availability of specialized equipment.
- Coordinate daily organization and dispersal of equipment.
- Monitor the return and function of equipment.
- Ensure proper storage of equipment.
- Adjust bindings and make minor on-site repairs as needed.
- Conduct post-season evaluation and organization of equipment.
Qualifications:
- Knowledge of either downhill ski and snowboard or cross-country ski and snowshoe equipment, including boots, skis, poles and adaptive equipment.
- Knowledge regarding working with people with disabilities.
- Ability to facilitate a safe, fun, positive environment to Outdoors for All sponsored activities.
- Ability to work with a wide variety of people, disabilities, skill levels, and personalities.
- Ability to commit to all responsibilities and expectations noted above.
- Have a positive attitude.
- Ability to handle anger, stress, and/or conflict in a positive fashion.
Other Expectations:
- Complete required in-person and virtual trainings.
- Attendance and punctuality for all scheduled work. Arrive a minimum of 1 hour prior to lesson commencement.
- Remain current on disability knowledge and adaptive techniques.
- No use or working under the influence of alcohol or any other controlled substance(s).
- First aid and CPR certification desired
WINTER PROGRAMS
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Stevens Saturdays
Winter volunteer registration is closed. If you want to volunteer this season, please email [email protected]
Program Dates:
- January 7
- January 21
- January 28
- February 4
- February 11
- February 25
- March 4
Volunteer Times:
Instructors: 8:30 AM – 2 PM (5.5 hour shifts).
Drivers/Chaperones: 5:30 AM – 5:30 PM (12 hour shifts)
- If you would like to be an on-call driver or chaperone, sign-up for a full-time shift and email [email protected] indicating your preference.
Equipment Managers: 8:30 AM – 2 PM (5.5 hour shifts).
Volunteer Positions:
- Instructor – Ski or Snowboard, Sit Lesson (Full Time and Part Time)
- Instructor – Ski, Stand Lesson (Full Time and Part Time)
- Instructor – Snowboard, Stand Lesson (Full Time and Part Time)
- Driver (Full Time and Part Time)
- If you would like to be an on-call driver, sign-up for a full-time shift and email [email protected] indicating your preference.
- Vehicle Chaperone (Full Time and Part Time)
- If you would like to be an on-call chaperone, sign-up for a full-time shift and email [email protected] indicating your preference.
- Equipment Manager (Full Time)
Volunteer Requirements:
- Must complete required on-mountain and virtual trainings
*Full time volunteers must commit to all sessions. Part time volunteers must commit to at least 3 sessions, and must indicate program dates they are not available in the sign-up form.
Use the volunteer training reference form to view which trainings are required. Or check out our Volunteer Training page.
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New Volunteers (Downhill)
- New Volunteer Orientation
- Participant Protection Policies
- Winter Policies and Procedures
- Disability Awareness
2nd Year Volunteers (Downhill)
- Participant Protection Policies
- Winter Policies and Procedures
- Disability Awareness – Continued Education
3rd+ Year Volunteers (Downhill)
- Participant Protection Policies
- Winter Policies and Procedures
- Disability Awareness – Continued Education
Drivers, Vehicle Chaperones, Equipment Managers
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Stevens Sundays
Winter volunteer registration is closed. If you want to volunteer this season, please email [email protected]
Program Dates:
- January 8
- January 22
- January 29
- February 5
- February 12
- February 26
- March 5
Volunteer Times:
Instructors: 8:30 AM – 2 PM (5.5 hour shifts).
Drivers/Chaperones: 5:30 AM – 5:30 PM (12 hour shifts)
- If you would like to be an on-call driver or chaperone, sign-up for a full-time shift and email [email protected] indicating your preference.
Equipment Managers: 8:30 AM – 2 PM (5.5 hour shifts).
Volunteer Positions:
- Instructor – Ski or Snowboard, Sit Lesson (Full Time and Part Time)
- Instructor – Ski, Stand Lesson (Full Time and Part Time)
- Instructor – Snowboard, Stand Lesson (Full Time and Part Time)
- Driver (Full Time and Part Time)
- If you would like to be an on-call driver, sign-up for a full-time shift and email [email protected] indicating your preference.
- Vehicle Chaperone (Full Time and Part Time)
- If you would like to be an on-call chaperone, sign-up for a full-time shift and email [email protected] indicating your preference.
- Equipment Manager (Full Time)
Volunteer Requirements:
- Must complete required on-mountain and virtual trainings
*Full time volunteers must commit to all sessions. Part time volunteers must commit to at least 3 sessions, and must indicate program dates they are not available in the sign-up form.
Use the volunteer training reference form to view which trainings are required. Or check out our Volunteer Training page.
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New Volunteers (Downhill)
- New Volunteer Orientation
- Participant Protection Policies
- Winter Policies and Procedures
- Disability Awareness
2nd Year Volunteers (Downhill)
- Participant Protection Policies
- Winter Policies and Procedures
- Disability Awareness – Continued Education
3rd+ Year Volunteers (Downhill)
- Participant Protection Policies
- Winter Policies and Procedures
- Disability Awareness – Continued Education
Drivers, Vehicle Chaperones, Equipment Managers
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Summit Wednesdays
Winter volunteer registration is closed. If you want to volunteer this season, please email [email protected]
Program Dates:
- January 4
- January 11
- January 18
- January 25
- February 1
- February 8
- February 15
Volunteer Times:
Equipment Manager: 5:30 PM – 8 PM (2.5 hour shifts)
Instructors: 5:30 PM – 8 PM (2.5 hour shifts)
Volunteer Positions:
- Instructor – Ski, Stand Lesson (Full Time and Part Time)
- Instructor – Snowboard, Stand Lesson (Full Time and Part Time)
- Equipment Manager (Full Time)
Volunteer Requirements:
- Must complete required on-mountain and virtual trainings
*Full time volunteers must commit to all sessions. Part time volunteers must commit to at least 3 sessions, and must indicate program dates they are not available in the sign-up form.
Use the volunteer training reference form to view which trainings are required. Or check out our Volunteer Training page.
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New Volunteers (Downhill)
- New Volunteer Orientation
- Participant Protection Policies
- Winter Policies and Procedures
- Disability Awareness
2nd Year Volunteers (Downhill)
- Participant Protection Policies
- Winter Policies and Procedures
- Disability Awareness – Continued Education
3rd+ Year Volunteers (Downhill)
- Participant Protection Policies
- Winter Policies and Procedures
- Disability Awareness – Continued Education
Equipment Managers
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Summit Fridays
Winter volunteer registration is closed. If you want to volunteer this season, please email [email protected]
Program Dates:
- January 6
- January 13
- January 20
- January 27
- February 3
- February 10
- February 17
Volunteer Times:
Instructors: 3:30 PM – 9 PM (5.5 hour shifts).
Equipment Managers/Lodge Assistant: 3:30 PM – 9 PM (5.5 hour shifts).
Volunteer Positions:
- Instructor – Ski or Snowboard, Sit Lesson (Full Time and Part Time)
- Instructor – Ski, Stand Lesson (Full Time and Part Time)
- Instructor – Snowboard, Stand Lesson (Full Time and Part Time)
- Equipment Manager (Full Time)
- Lodge Assistant (Full Time)
*Volunteer needs for this role are contingent on participant enrollment. There is a possibility we may cancel these roles.
Volunteer Requirements:
- Must complete required on-mountain and virtual trainings
*Full time volunteers must commit to all sessions. Part time volunteers must commit to at least 3 sessions, and must indicate program dates they are not available in the sign-up form.
Use the volunteer training reference form to view which trainings are required. Or check out our Volunteer Training page.
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New Volunteers (Downhill)
- New Volunteer Orientation
- Participant Protection Policies
- Winter Policies and Procedures
- Disability Awareness
2nd Year Volunteers (Downhill)
- Participant Protection Policies
- Winter Policies and Procedures
- Disability Awareness – Continued Education
3rd+ Year Volunteers (Downhill)
- Participant Protection Policies
- Winter Policies and Procedures
- Disability Awareness – Continued Education
Equipment Managers and Lodge Assistants
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Summit Saturdays
Winter volunteer registration is closed. If you want to volunteer this season, please email [email protected]
Program Dates:
- January 7
- January 14
- January 21
- January 28
- February 4
- February 11
- February 18
Volunteer Times:
Instructors: 8:30 AM – 2 PM (5.5 hour shifts).
Equipment Managers/Lodge Assistant: 8:30 AM – 2 PM (5.5 hour shifts).
Vehicle Chaperones: 5:30 AM – 5:30 PM (12 hour shifts)
- If you would like to be an on-call chaperone, sign-up for a full-time shift and email [email protected] indicating your preference.
Volunteer Positions:
- Instructor – Ski, Stand Lesson (Full Time and Part Time)
- Instructor – Snowboard, Stand Lesson (Full Time and Part Time)
- Vehicle Chaperone (Full Time and Part Time)
- If you would like to be an on-call chaperone, sign-up for a full-time shift and email [email protected] indicating your preference.
- Equipment Manager (Full Time)
- Lodge Assistant (Full Time)
Volunteer Requirements:
- Must complete required on-mountain and virtual trainings
*Full time volunteers must commit to all sessions. Part time volunteers must commit to at least 3 sessions, and must indicate program dates they are not available in the sign-up form.
Use the volunteer training reference form to view which trainings are required. Or check out our Volunteer Training page.
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New Volunteers (Downhill)
- New Volunteer Orientation
- Participant Protection Policies
- Winter Policies and Procedures
- Disability Awareness
2nd Year Volunteers (Downhill)
- Participant Protection Policies
- Winter Policies and Procedures
- Disability Awareness – Continued Education
3rd+ Year Volunteers (Downhill)
- Participant Protection Policies
- Winter Policies and Procedures
- Disability Awareness – Continued Education
Vehicle Chaperones, Equipment Managers, Lodge Assistants
Summit Sundays
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Winter volunteer registration is closed. If you want to volunteer this season, please email [email protected]
Program Dates:
- January 8
- January 15
- January 22
- January 29
- February 5
- February 12
- February 19
Volunteer Times:
Instructors: 8:30 AM – 2 PM (5.5 hour shifts).
Equipment Managers/Lodge Assistant: 8:30 AM – 2 PM (5.5 hour shifts).
Drivers/Vehicle Chaperones: 5:30 AM – 5:30 PM (12 hour shifts)
- If you would like to be an on-call driver or chaperone, sign-up for a full-time shift and email [email protected] indicating your preference.
Volunteer Positions:
- Instructor – Ski or Snowboard, Sit Lesson (Full Time and Part Time)
- Instructor – Ski, Stand Lesson (Full Time and Part Time)
- Instructor – Snowboard, Stand Lesson (Full Time and Part Time)
- Driver (Full Time and Part Time)
- If you would like to be an on-call driver, sign-up for a full-time shift and email [email protected] indicating your preference.
- Vehicle Chaperone (Full Time and Part Time)
- If you would like to be an on-call chaperone, sign-up for a full-time shift and email [email protected] indicating your preference.
- Equipment Manager (Full Time)
- Lodge Assistant (Full Time)
Volunteer Requirements:
- Must complete required on-mountain and virtual trainings
*Full time volunteers must commit to all sessions. Part time volunteers must commit to at least 3 sessions, and must indicate program dates they are not available in the sign-up form.
Use the volunteer training reference form to view which trainings are required. Or check out our Volunteer Training page.
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New Volunteers (Downhill)
- New Volunteer Orientation
- Participant Protection Policies
- Winter Policies and Procedures
- Disability Awareness
2nd Year Volunteers (Downhill)
- Participant Protection Policies
- Winter Policies and Procedures
- Disability Awareness – Continued Education
3rd+ Year Volunteers (Downhill)
- Participant Protection Policies
- Winter Policies and Procedures
- Disability Awareness – Continued Education
Drivers, Vehicle Chaperones, Equipment Managers, Lodge Assistants
Summit Nordic Saturdays
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Winter volunteer registration is closed. If you want to volunteer this season, please email [email protected]
Program Dates:
- January 7
- January 14
- January 21
- January 28
- February 4
- February 11
- February 18
Volunteer Times:
Nordic Instructors: 8:30 AM – 2:00 PM (5.5 hour shifts)
Equipment Managers and Lodge Assistants: 8:30 AM – 2:00 PM (5.5 hour shifts)
Drivers/Vehicle Chaperones: 5:30 AM – 5:30 PM (12 hour shifts)
- If you would like to be an on-call driver or chaperone, sign-up for a full-time shift and email [email protected] indicating your preference.
Volunteer Positions:
- Nordic Instructor (Rec) – Full Time and Part-Time
- Nordic Instructor (Touring) – Full Time and Part-Time
- Drivers (Full Time and Part-Time)
- If you would like to be an on-call driver, sign-up for a full-time shift and email [email protected] indicating your preference.
- Vehicle Chaperones (Full Time and Part-Time)
- If you would like to be an on-call chaperone, sign-up for a full-time shift and email [email protected] indicating your preference.
- Equipment Manager (Full Time)
- Lodge Assistant (Full Time)
Volunteer Requirements:
- Must complete required on-mountain and virtual trainings
*Full time volunteers must commit to all sessions. Part time volunteers must commit to at least 3 sessions, and must indicate program dates they are not available in the sign-up form.
Use the volunteer training reference form to view which trainings are required. Or check out our Volunteer Training page.
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Nordic and Snowshoe Volunteers
- New Volunteer Orientation (if new volunteer)
- Participant Protection Policies
- Winter Policies and Procedures
- Disability Awareness
Drivers, Vehicle Chaperones, Equipment Managers, Lodge Assistants
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Summit Snowshoe Saturdays
Winter volunteer registration is closed. If you want to volunteer this season, please email [email protected]
Program Dates:
- January 7
- January 14
- January 21
- January 28
- February 4
- February 11
- February 18
Volunteer Times:
Snowshoe Instructor: 8:30 AM – 2:00 PM (5.5 hour shifts)
Volunteer Positions:
- Snowshoe Instructor (Full Time or Part Time)
Volunteer Requirements:
- Must complete required on-mountain and virtual trainings
*Full time volunteers must commit to all sessions. Part time volunteers must commit to at least 3 sessions, and must indicate program dates they are not available in the sign-up form.
Use the volunteer training reference form to view which trainings are required. Or check out our Volunteer Training page.
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Nordic and Snowshoe Volunteers
What are your COVID-19 Policies?
Masks are encouraged, but not required.
What if I can’t attend all required trainings?
Please indicate which days you will miss on your registration form and also email [email protected] You must make-up all missed trainings during the season by attending in-season clinics. More info about in-season clinics coming soon.
What if I miss a day of volunteering?
You must make up missed volunteer days by either volunteering for a Custom Event or another program day. Failure to do so may result in you being charged full price for a season’s pass if you purchased one through Outdoors for All.
How can I get a discounted seasons pass to The Summit at Snoqualmie or Stevens Pass?
All full-time volunteers who commit to all 7 program days are eligible for a discounted seasons pass at the mountain they volunteer at. Volunteers must also complete their required virtual training. Instructions on how to purchase a discounted seasons pass will be sent to full-time volunteers. Full-time volunteers are not required to purchase a seasons pass.
Summit at Snoqualmie: $149 plus tax
Stevens Pass: $249 plus tax
How do I receive pro deals?
Full time and part-time volunteers who commit to this Winter season are eligible for prodeals through ExpertVoice.
Please follow these instructions.
Which trainings do I need to take?
Use the volunteer training reference form to view which in-person trainings are required. Or check out our Volunteer Training page. If you are still unsure, please email [email protected]
Virtual Training requirements are listed on the “Virtual Training” tab of each dropdown menu.
Are you accepting new volunteers?
Yes! We are so excited to connect with new volunteers and look forward to seeing several new faces while sliding on the snow.
Are there other ways to get involved?
Absolutely! If winter sports aren’t your thing, but still want to volunteer this winter please let us know by emailing [email protected]
CONTINUED EDUCATION
All active winter volunteers are highly encouraged to attend our in-house clinics on Wednesday evenings at Summit West (and volunteers who missed on-mountain training days are required to attend). If you are interested in volunteering in the future you can sign-up for the “Interested Volunteer Clinic” on February 8th or 15th!
When: Wednesdays from January 4th through February 15th.
Where: Outdoors for All Alpine Office at Summit West
Time: 7pm – 9pm
Schedule and Sign-Up Links:
February 1st
- Skier Improvement
- Teaching Children Ski Clinic
February 3rd
- Bi-Ski Teaching – Exploring the Difference Between Edge Prioritized and Rotary Prioritized Movements
February 8th
- Becoming a Snowboard Clinician
- Sit Ski Tethering
- Skier Improvement
- Interested Volunteer Clinic
February 15th
- Skier Improvement
- Interested Volunteer Clinic
· Mono/Bi – Sit skiers
Candidates are expected to teach mono-ski and bi-ski students (fixed and handheld outriggers) through the Beginner/Novice Zone. Candidates are expected to tether a bi-ski with fixed outriggers on groomed green terrain. Candidates are not expected to ski independently, or to independently load the chairlift, in any of the sit down equipment.
EXAM CHECKLIST: This below checklist is to help you navigate and track towards the exam process through clinics and teaching with Outdoors for All. Please ensure that you have adequate time to complete these steps taking into consideration your timeline and exam date.
MAINTAIN YOUR PSIA / AASI MEMBERSHIP (Member fees: approximately $121 / year)
Online at: https://www.psia-nw.org/membership/current-members/
PREREQUISITE:
Must have your Alpine Level 1 certification before attending the Adaptive Level 1 exam
ATTEND IN-SEASON TRAININGS
TRAINING DATES: January 11th, January 18th, January 25th, and February 1st from 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Makeup day is February 8th.
MOCK EXAM: February 15th 7 PM – 9 PM
EXAM DATE: March 18th or 19th at The Summit at Snoqualmie for a full day
To sign-up for the online written exam, visit the Events Calendar and click on Online Exams.
After registration, you will receive a link to take your online written exam. You must successfully complete (75% or higher) the online written exam one month (30 days) prior to taking any on snow module
DEVELOPMENT LOG:
Candidates for Level I Adaptive Alpine must complete a Development Log (found on the adaptive certification page) prior to the on snow exam.
REGISTER FOR ON SNOW EXAM: 2 weeks prior to exam – Price TBD
All events can be found online at https://www.psia-nw.org/events/
ADAPTIVE RECOMMEND RESOURCES:
o Adaptive Technical Manual
o Alpine Technical Manual
o Core Concepts
o The Matrix
o Fundamental Mechanics of Alpine Skiing Across Adaptive Disciplines
o PSIA-E-AASI Adaptive Study Guide
o PSIA-RM-AASI Adaptive Encyclopedia
*Some manuals are available at the Outdoors for All office to borrow or make copies.
Tisha Achorn, Outdoors for All Training Manager at [email protected]