
The Home of Professional Ski Patrol
Dedicated to empowering professional ski patrollers with the skills and knowledge to ensure safety and success on the mountain.
Empowering Ski Patrols since 1969
The Association of Professional Patrollers (APP) started in 1969 as the Far West Ski Patrol Organization. For over 50 years it has been dedicated to advancing the safety, skills, and knowledge of professional ski patrollers through innovative education, fostering a culture of professionalism and excellence in every mountain environment. Its educational clinics are cutting edge and its certification tests are legendarily comprehensive.

3270
Organization Members
The total members of the APP.
632
Full Certified Members
This represents the number of patrollers who have successfully completed all certified tests through our programs.
4230
Annual Training Hours
The total in-person hours dedicated annually to professional training and education.
The Association of Professional Patrollers equips us with the advanced skills and unmatched resources to ensure our patrollers remain as highly effective as possible.

Ski Patrol Director Chris O’Connell
Big Bear Mountain Resorts

Committed to Professional Ski Patrol Education
Join us today to elevate your skills and connect with a community of dedicated professional ski patrollers.
Advancing Skills in Ski Patrolling
P.O. Box 3523
Big Bear Lake, CA
92315-3523
info@patrollers.pro