National Ski Patrol System (U.S.)
Variant namesOrganization was founded by Charles Minot "Minnie" Dole (1899-1976) in 1938. He was also responsible for the formation of the 10th Mountain Division. Many veterans of the 10th Mountain Divisions were responsible for the early NSP divisions after WWII. The National Ski Patrol is the largest winter rescue organization in the world. Promotes safety and health in skiing and other outdoor winter recreational activities. In 1980, the NSP was recognized as a Federal Charter by the United States Congress. National office is located in Lakewood, Colo.
From the description of National Ski Patrol records, 1938-1998 [manuscript]. (Denver Public Library). WorldCat record id: 54113538
Archival Resources
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| creatorOf | National Ski Patrol System (U.S.). National Ski Patrol records, 1938-1998 [manuscript]. | Denver Public Library, Central Library | |
| referencedIn | Dole, Charles Minot. Papers 1938-1976. | Denver Public Library, Central Library | |
| referencedIn | Lindner, Brian,. Mount Mansfield Ski Patrol history, 1934-2000. | Vermont Historical Society | |
| referencedIn | Dole, Charles Minot. The C. Minot Dole papers, 1940-1970. | U.S. Army Heritage & Education Center | |
| referencedIn | National Ski Patrol : [collection] : 1984-1991 ;. | History Colorado |
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| associatedWith | Besser, Gretchen, | person |
| associatedWith | Dole, Charles Minot. | person |
| associatedWith | Lindner, Brian, | person |
| associatedWith | Montgomery, Weldon J., | person |
| associatedWith | Schneider, Herb, | person |
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