Dedication. Perseverance. Enthusiasm.

The driving force behind the NSCD is a team of more than 800 hands-on volunteers who dedicate countless hours to helping people with a disability to ski, snowboard, snowshoe and achieve their personal best.

Without our volunteers, the NSCD would not be the program it is today: the largest, most successful program of its kind in the world.
The statistics are impressive:

• This year's volunteers have a total of 5,700 years of experience with the NSCD.
• The average volunteer has been involved with the program for 8.6 years.
• Over 50 volunteers have Professional Ski Instructors of America certification.

Black Diamond volunteer instructors dedicate 10 full days on the slopes and maintain the NSCD's standard of excellence by attending classroom seminars, on-the-hill clinics and continuing education courses. Their devotion keeps NSCD instruction at the top of the field and many volunteers say NSCD programs are one of the most rewarding aspects of their lives.

In addition to teaching lessons, NSCD volunteers set up courses for the competitions, help students with their adaptive equipment and assist with fundraising events and office projects. The options are limitless, and the NSCD works with volunteers to find opportunities that match individual schedules and interests.
The benefits of volunteering are significant, including eligibility for season passes to Winter Park Resort, pro deals on ski and board equipment, improving your personal skiing and/or riding skills, and the first-hand experience of helping people with disabilities enjoy the adventures of mountain recreation. For more information, contact the volunteer office at volunteer@nscd.org.