Winter Event Volunteer Registration

Winter Event Volunteer Registration

In conjunction with the Big Mountain Commercial Association, Whitefish Mountain Resort needs help creating fun on snow events! There are several competitions over the course of the winter that require volunteers.

How this works:

Following this process allows you to register as a volunteer. Our event coordinator will reach out to you to determine if you are able to volunteer for the event (based on the number of volunteers needed for any event, your availability, ski ability, experience, etc.). To register, please provide your contact information and let us know what events you may be interested in.

Once registered, our Event Coordinator will contact you about specific dates where we need you, confirm details, and prepare you for what lies ahead. If you are not contacted, volunteer spots have been filled. See below for information about what, where, when and how you would be doing things at a typical event.

Each time you volunteer you earn a few things:

A Lift Ticket (good for 12 months after the event you volunteer for)

A lift ticket for the day of volunteering, if required.

Entry into the Prize Raffle (must be present at award ceremony to win)

Community Respect and Appreciation!!!

Whiteout, Biggie Banks and Nate Chute events - $15 lunch voucher good to WMR F&B outlets.

USSA Alpine Race Volunteers– A homemade sack lunch from our friends at FVSEF.

We ask each volunteer to have:

-Intermediate/advanced skiing or snowboarding ability (Please, no beginners)

-Backpack

-Warm clothes and layers based on the weather

-And another layer, just in case

-Snacks and Water

-Ski / Snowboard equipment

-Knowledge of the mountain is helpful

What we will give you:

-Training on what to do based on your volunteer position

-A radio, and training on how to use it

-Course worker jacket – to designate you as a course worker. This is not for warmth.

-A padded seat – standing on snow is cold after a while

-Handwarmers – if it’s chilly

-Cowbell – for hyping up competitors!

Duties / Positions:

Most volunteer duties fall into a few categories:

Course Marshal / Gate Judge – Make sure racers are going around the gates, staying on course, etc.

Timing – Writing times or marking off competitors as they finish a course

Course Work – repairing gates or ruts during the race

Crossing Guard – Controlling managed course crossing by non-racing public.

Course Building – if you have raced banked slaloms before, we may need some help digging!

Scoreboard – Writing scores on a scoreboard at the finish line.

Snowball Patrol – Help to control snowballs at the Pond Skim!

Volunteer Opportunities

Jan 12-14 – IFSA Freeski Event

Jan 27 – Biggie Banks #1 Banked Slalom

Feb 10 - Whiteout

Feb 24 /25 - USSA Alpine Race

Mar 2 – Biggie Banks #2 Skier / Boarder Cross

Mar 9 – Biggie Banks #3 Banked Slalom

March 16/17 - Nate Chute Banked Slalom and Boardercross

April 9 – Pond Skim

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Frequently Asked Questions

Please take a look at our EVENT GUIDE, full of information to help with your time at Whitefish Mountain Resort. You will find helpful Facts and Information, On Mountain Services, Event Calendar, Resort Maps, and Transportation Information.

What do I do after I register?

You will be emailed a confirmation/receipt. Please double check your registration to make sure it is correct.

I still haven't been contacted, what should I do?

If you haven't heard from our event coordinator, double check that you registered for the correct event. It could also mean that all volunteer spots have been filled.

What are my transport options getting to the event and around the village?

The SNOW Bus will also operate between Whitefish and Whitefish Mountain Resort. A shuttle will operate in the upper village areas, and all parking lots will be open through the event.

S.N.O.W. Bus Schedule

What about parking?

Please obey all parking signage and park as per normal. Temporary parking in the Village may be available during registration.

Parking Map

Village Map

Check in on Time

The event coordinator will contact you with time and location.

What is the cancellation / refund policy?

If you can’t make it, please email [email protected] to let us know as soon as possible so we can fill your spot.

Can I transfer my entry to my friend if I can’t make it to the event?

No. New registrations must be completed by the person / guardian.

A SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS!

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

3915 Big Mountain Rd, 3915 Big Mountain Road, Whitefish, United States