National Ski Patrol
Non-profit OrganizationsColorado, United States501-1000 Employees
National Ski Patrol is a nonprofit organization focused on on-mountain safety, providing education and accreditation for emergency care and safety service providers serving the outdoor recreation industry. It comprises more than 32,000 members organized into over 650 patrols, including alpine, nordic, and auxiliary patrollers. Founded in 1938, NSP operates as a member-driven professional body that trains emergency rescuers in outdoor settings. Based in Lakewood, Colorado, it serves the public and outdoor recreation communities as part of the nonprofit sector. A recent development is a June 2026 partnership with Responder Alliance and the Cody St. John Foundation to advance resiliency training for the ski industry.