New for Winter 2021-22

NSAA's Lift Safety Boot Camp
Thursday, January 20
Snowmass, CO

Registration information coming soon!

Held after the Winter Conference, NSAA's new lift safety boot camp provides a full day of critical education to your lift operators, maintenance staff and mountain operations employees. We'll have a mix of indoor and outdoor sessions covering a range of operational topics that can immediately impact your ski area's lift safety programming. Your hosts for the event are Mike Lane and Earl Saline from NSAA; speakers will include folks from around the industry, including some of your fellow mountain operations professionals.

Draft Agenda

7:30-8:00 a.m.	Breakfast
8:00-8:30 a.m.	Opening Remarks
8:30-10:00 a.m.	Maze & Ramp Design
10:00-11:30 a.m.	Unseated Passenger Plans
11:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m.	Lunch & Learn Topics include: Guest education, Comms/PR, Lift Ops Training, Ski School/Comp training
1:00-2:30 p.m.	Root Cause Analysis
2:30-4:30 p.m.	Roundtable discussions

NSAA COVID EVENT POLICY

NSAA values the health and safety of its members and event attendees. The association has issued the following requirements for all event attendees, including vendors and NSAA staff. Please note that these requirements are subject to change based on the latest information, local public health requirements and/or venue regulations, up to and through the event dates.

All NSAA event attendees MUST WEAR A MASK in all public indoor spaces, regardless of vaccination status. Masks must be worn over the nose and mouth. This includes at registration, in sessions, at tradeshows and at any other event-related gatherings. In order for attendees to hear and understand our speakers, we may make adjustments that will allow them to alter or remove their masks while presenting. We will be working with our venues to promote physical distancing whenever possible. When eating or drinking, please try to keep physical distance from others, and pull your mask up when you are not actively eating or drinking. Masks are not required outdoors unless physical distancing cannot be maintained.

Please refer to the CDC guidance on the type of mask you should wear.

We ask that you do not attend the event if you are feeling sick or experiencing Covid symptoms.

Event FAQs

Is there a virtual component to the event?

No, we do not plan to livestream or record the in-person event at this time.

Will there be Covid-related requirements for attendees?

NSAA encourages people to learn the best ways to protect themselves against Covid-19, including getting vaccinated. Every attendee should plan on bringing a mask. NSAA will follow any local regulations or event center protocols to help mitigate the risk of virus transmission; we will release updated information closer to the event. 

Will NSAA be utilizing a meeting app?

Yes, we will be using Whova for event information and details.  Attendees can expect to receive an invitation directly from Whova to create their profile approximately one month prior to the event.  Whova requires a unique email addresses for each individual attendee. To learn more about Whova click here.

How do I register? 

You can register online at nsaa.org > Events > Winter Conference & Tradeshow (hyperlink).  Select the show you plan to attend, then select your member type to begin the process.  You will need to use a credit card to complete your registration. 

Can I register multiple people at the same time? 

Yes, you may register multiple people at the same time when registering yourself online. Keep in mind each person you register needs a unique email address and you will need to provide a credit card to complete your registration. 

Can an assistant or admin register other people? 

Yes, an admin/asst. can register other people.  Simply click the “Register Someone Else” button. Please keep in mind each registrant needs their own unique email address. 

What if I need to cancel or exchange my/someone’s registration?

To make changes or cancellations, please send an email to nsaa@nsaa.org and we will make the change and/or refund.

Are there Mountain Foundation grants for this event?  

Yes. Click here for additional information.  The application deadline is December 10.