How much does ski patrolling cost?
Of course, there are costs associated with all of this. Lift tickets are provided to the patroller. Annual dues are approximately $100. In addition to other typical skier costs (ski equipment, travel), plan on purchasing specialized equipment including a uniform, first aid pack, ski pack, avalanche transceiver, shovel, probe, and textbooks. Since the NSP is a non-profit charitable enterprise, direct patrol expenses are often tax deductible, depending on your unique situation.
