Oregon ski patroller on challenges and rewards of her work

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Oregon ski patroller on challenges and rewards of her work

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Published on Dec 5, 2024, 1:09:21 PM
Total time: 00:22:18

Episode Description

Ski season has begun, and along with the many recreational enthusiasts hitting the slopes, professional ski patrollers join them too. These patrollers are responsible for transporting injured skiers, providing first aid, mitigating hazards and more. Cathleen Calkins is a professional ski patroller and board member of Women of Patrol, a nonprofit aimed at supporting and highlighting female patrollers. She also wrote a piece earlier this year about her experience working in the industry. She joins us to share more on what the job is like and the trauma the job can bring, as this year's ski season begins. 

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