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National Ski Patrol Trivia Quiz

This quiz is about the National Ski Patrol (NSP).

A multiple-choice quiz by pro_skier. Estimated time: 3 mins.

Author
pro_skier

Time
3 mins

Type
Multiple Choice

Quiz #
323,769

Updated
Dec 03 21

# Qns
10

Difficulty
Average

Avg Score
6 / 10

Plays
155

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Question 1 of 10

1. Who founded the NSP? Hint

Charles Minot Dole

Claude Schusselmann

Warren Miller

Frank Edson

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Question 2 of 10

2. What year was the NSP founded? Hint

1932

1938

1936

1934

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Question 3 of 10

3. What year did the NSP receive its federal charter from the United States Congress? Hint

1938

1955

1944

1980

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Question 4 of 10

4. How many geographic divisions does the NSP have worldwide? Hint

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Question 5 of 10

5. What is not a certification level for ski patrollers? Hint

Auxiliary

Certified

Senior

Alpine

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Question 6 of 10

6. What is the NSP's national award for saving a life? Hint

Blue Merit Star

Gold Merit Star

Purple Merit Star

Green Merit Star

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Question 7 of 10

7. What is the NSP award for outstanding acts of heroism? Hint

Yellow Star

Gold Star

Red Star

Green Star

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Question 8 of 10

8. What is the title of the NSP first aid course for patrollers? Hint

Outdoor Emergency Care

Red Cross First Aid

Winter Emergency Care

Winter First Aid

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Question 9 of 10

9. What is the highest altitude patrol is? Hint

Winter Park, CO

Mt Hood, OR

Aspen, CO

Arapahoe Basin, CO

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Question 10 of 10

10. A National Appointment Award is presented for long and dedicated service to the NSP. Who received National Appointment #1? Hint

Bob Dole

Charles "Minnie" Dole

Roger Langley

Stein Eriksen

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. Who founded the NSP?

Answer: Charles Minot Dole

Charles Minot "Minnie" Dole organized a volunteer patrol for the National Downhill Races at Stowe, Vermont.

2. What year was the NSP founded?

Answer: 1938

Roger Langley, president of National Ski Association asked Minnie Dole to organize a national patrol in 1938.

3. What year did the NSP receive its federal charter from the United States Congress?

Answer: 1980

The U.S. Congress granted the National Ski Patrol its federal charter in 1980.

4. How many geographic divisions does the NSP have worldwide?

Answer: 10

The geographic divisions are Alaska, Pacific-Northwest, Far West, InterMountain, Northern, Rocky Mountain, Central, Eastern, Southern, and European.

5. What is not a certification level for ski patrollers?

Answer: Alpine

Certifications for both Nordic and Alpine patrollers include Auxiliary, Basic, Senior, and Certified.

6. What is the NSP's national award for saving a life?

Answer: Purple Merit Star

The Purple Merit Star is awarded for saving a life using NSP training. It does not have to be on a ski slope. The Green Merit Star is awarded for a hazardous rescue. The Blue Merit Star is awarded for an unsuccessful lifesaving attempt, or for supporting Purple Merit Star actions. The Gold Merit Star is awarded to the National Outstanding categories each year.

7. What is the NSP award for outstanding acts of heroism?

Answer: Green Star

The Green Merit Star is awarded for a hazardous rescue. The Blue Merit Star is awarded for an unsuccessful lifesaving attempt, or for supporting Purple Merit Star actions. The Gold Merit Star is awarded to the National Outstanding categories each year. There is not a Red Star award.

8. What is the title of the NSP first aid course for patrollers?

Answer: Outdoor Emergency Care

Outdoor Emergency Care evolved from Winter Emergency Care to encompass all activities in a non-urban environment.

9. What is the highest altitude patrol is?

Answer: Arapahoe Basin, CO

Arpahoe Base elevation is 10,780 feet. The summit is at 13,050 feet above sea level.

10. A National Appointment Award is presented for long and dedicated service to the NSP. Who received National Appointment #1?

Answer: Roger Langley

Roger Langley who suggested the formation of the National Ski Patrol was awarded National Appointment #1. Charles "Minnie" Dole, who founded the National Ski Patrol was awarded National Appointment #3.

Source: Author pro_skier

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