Continued Professional Development 2000 & 2001
Lori has taken advantage of many opportunities for training. She is very grateful for the support that has been offered to her over the seasons by the Calgary chapter of the CSPS and the University of Calgary Outdoor Pursuits program leader, Albi Sole.
The Canadian Ski Patrol System is a group of volunteers offering their services as ski patrollers and emergency attendants at ski hills throughout the country. CSPS members host ski-based AST classes, and avalanche awareness events in their local areas each year. The group is very dedicated to spreading public safety messages and strive to keep current with ongoing avalanche research findings and curriculum changes. There is always CSPS representation at the yearly CAA AGM (Annual General Meeting & workshop) and at the ISSW’s (the week long International Snow Science Workshop).
The CSPS also endeavours to offer Instructor workshops for their members that deliver the AST classes. They graciously invited me to join their group in the fall of 2000 & 2001 and alway have room in their van for me to share a ride to an upcoming conference or seminar!
Members of the CSPS were instrumental in the development of the SnowSmart Program has been introduced to schools throughout Alberta and British Columbia.
The U of C Outdoor Pursuits program offers avalanche training as well as a host of other backcountry recreational courses. They also provide continued professional development for their instructors and guides. Lori was invited to participate in the programs in both 2000 & 2001. At only 2 months of age, baby Nicole accompanied mom to this course and accomplished her first mountain climb in her snuggli carried inside ACMG Guide, Christoph Dietzfelbinger’s jacket. After having been pregnant for almost 2 years straight, Lori barely hauled herself up to the top of Fortress mountain. Many thanks to Christoph!
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