Eastern Division Outstanding Awards
Patriot Star Award (EDPatS)
For any active patroller who is;
The Patriot Star patch is to be worn on the LEFT forearm. Top of the star should be 8 inches from the bottom of the sleeve’s cuff.
- An active duty member of the U.S. Armed Forces for at least three years.
- A current member of the US Armed Forces Reserves or National Guard.
- An honorably discharged service member from the U.S. Armed Forces.
- Armed forces include the Army, Navy, Marines, Air Force, Coast Guard, Arm National Guard, and the Air National Guard.
The Patriot Star patch is to be worn on the LEFT forearm. Top of the star should be 8 inches from the bottom of the sleeve’s cuff.
Patroller Achievement Award (EDPAA)
- For any long, tenured patroller who frequently goes above and beyond at their patrol, but who have not had the desire or opportunity to assume leadership roles at the Patrol or Region level.
- Patrollers must have been active at least 15 years
- Senior patrollers may have at least 10 years.
- Members that have received an Leadership Commendation Award or a National Appointment are NOT eligible.
- Receiving an EDPAA does not prevent a patroller from receiving an Appointment in the future.
William J. Gross Memorial First Aid Trophy
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Eastern Division Honor Awards
These awards are appointed at the discretion of the Division Director each year and presented at the annual Spring Officers’ Meeting.
Jerry Sherman Outstanding Division Patroller Award
- Awarded for outstanding service to or within the Division
- Is not necessarily awarded every year.
Past recipients:
2021 Paul Kelly, Ragged Mtn. NH |
2014 John Beach |
2008 Donna McGraw |
2019 Paul Kling |
2013 Craig Lawson |
2007 Jeff Barcus |
2018 Joseph Kulina |
2012 Terry Randolph |
2006 Robert Scarlett |
2017 Paul Tracy |
2011 Al Pels |
2005 Bill Halsey |
2016 Deb Foss |
2010 Bela L. Musits |
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2015 Robert Andre |
2009 David Walker |
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Roger Damon Avalanche Award
- Awarded for outstanding service to or within the Division’s avalanche program.
- Nominees must be recommended by the Division Avalanche Instructor Group and approved by the Division Director and the Division Awards’ Advisor.
- Nominations are due to the above by April 1 each year.
- Is not necessarily awarded every year.
The 2021 winner was:
Donna McGraw Patroller for Patrollers Award
Awarded for a patroller that has made an outstanding contribution to the Eastern Division and /or the National Ski Patrol. Donna McGraw joined the NSP in 1970 and served the Eastern Division as Administrator and Registration guru for over 37 years. When one wrote, called or emailed the Eastern Division Ski Patrol, Donna was always the happy voice that answered. She acted as Secretary for Division Annual meetings and all the meetings of the Division Board of Directors. She communicated with and supported the Division Director, the Division Board, Division Advisors and the National Office in Lakewood, CO. She truly has always been a Patroller for Patrollers.
Past Recipients:
Past Recipients:
2021 James O’Connor, Nashoba Valley |
2015 John S. Tuttle |
2009 Guy Lombardo |
2020 Nancy Mayberry |
2014 Laura Tucker |
2008 Bill Gamble |
2019 Gerald Hyson |
2013 Burt Mitchell III |
2007 Bill Boulter |
2018 Dick Woolf |
2012 Bob Bluff |
2006 Ron Splittgeber |
2017 Hugh Blocker |
2011 Robert Scarlett |
2005 Pete Snyder |
2016 William Cline |
2010 Jerry McGraw |
990 Award
This award is presented annually to one Patroller that has been significantly helpful that year by helping take a load off the Division Director’s back. It was started in 1989 by John Clair.
The 2021 Winner: Nancy Mayberry, Camelback, EPA
The 2021 Winner: Nancy Mayberry, Camelback, EPA
501c3 Award
This award is presented annually to one Patroller who is recognized by the Treasurer and the Financial Advisor as having provided outstanding service in the area of finance. It was started in 2010 by John Shipman.
The 2021 Winner: Dallas Coffman, EMARI Region
The 2021 Winner: Dallas Coffman, EMARI Region
Eastern Division Award Histories
Pete Snyder Outstanding Nordic Patroller Award
Pete Snyder joined the NSP in 1953 and is an alumni member of the Upper Delaware Nordic and Tanglewood Alpine Patrols in EPA. He earned his Senior status as both a Nordic and Alpine Patroller. A long time Division Nordic Advisor, Pete also served as an Instructor Trainer for OEC, Mountain Travel and Rescue, and Nordic Ski and Toboggan. In 2017, Pete Snyder was inducted as a member of the NSP Hall of Fame.
The 2023 Winner: Matthew Karpinecz, High Point Nordic S.P. NJR
And 1 st place National OS Nordic Patroller for 2023
The 2023 Winner: Matthew Karpinecz, High Point Nordic S.P. NJR
And 1 st place National OS Nordic Patroller for 2023
George Wesson Jr. Outstanding Paid Patroller Award
The late George F. Wesson Jr. was an original member of the NSP, joining in 1938. He also served in the 10th Mountain Division. George was one of the founders of the NSP Certified Program, and during his NSP career served as Patrol Director at Mount Mansfield, Sugarbush, Thunder Mountain, and Killington. At the time of his death, he was among NSP’s oldest and most honored members. In 2016, George F. Wesson Jr. was inducted as a member of the NSP’s Hall of Fame.
The 2023 Winner: William Vaughan, NWAC S.P. NJR
And 1 st place National OS Paid Patroller for 2023
The 2023 Winner: William Vaughan, NWAC S.P. NJR
And 1 st place National OS Paid Patroller for 2023
Mary M. Davis Outstanding Patroller Award
Mary Davis joined the NSP in 1968. She has served in numerous leadership positions of increasing responsibility including Patrol Director, Region First Aid Advisor, Region Director, Division First Aid Advisor, Division OEC Supervisor, Assistant Division Director, National Board Member, and National Executive Committee. Among Mary’s many accomplishments include her involvement in the WEC/OEC Program development and Fourth Edition. Mary has been recognized for her many and continuous contributions, some of which are National Appointment #5006 in 1975, Southern Division Outstanding Professional Patroller Award in 1986, the Marlen Guell National Outstanding Administrative Patroller and Gold Star in 1991, and the Distinguished Service Award in 1968. Despite being impacted with the ongoing physical side-effects of aggressive treatment for Ovarian Cancer in 1999, Mary has continued to serve in in several leadership and instructional roles in the Division while mentoring others. Mary is currently a member of the Bromley Ski Patrol in southwestern Vermont. In 2016, Mary Davis was inducted as a member of the NSP Hall of Fame.
The 2021 winner: Kathy Tyo, Bristol Mountain, GV
The 2021 winner: Kathy Tyo, Bristol Mountain, GV
Donald Hamlin Outstanding OEC Instructor Award
Donald L. Hamlin joined the NSP in 1943. Over the course of his 60-year membership, he patrolled in the Eastern PA, Western NY, and Northern VT Regions of the Eastern Division. During the course of his career, he was a Patrol Director, Region Director, served as the eastern Division First Aid Advisor, and held National Appointment #2265. Prior to the adoption of the OEC program by NSP, Don was an Advanced First Aid Instructor with the Red Cross training hundreds of Patrollers. Not content with just providing care to the public in the winter, he and several other Patrollers founded Essex Rescue, a highly respected volunteer ambulance organization serving one of Vermont’s largest communities. Don was a firm believer in training and encouraged continual training throughout the ski season. His leadership and support of constant and challenging training have left an impact that can still be felt in the NSP.
The 2023 Winner: William McMinn, Magic Mountain S.P., S. VT
The 2023 Winner: William McMinn, Magic Mountain S.P., S. VT
T. Tyler Davis Outstanding Instructor Award
The late T. (Thomas) Tyler Davis joined the NSP in 1958. He served as a Patrol Director, Section Chief, and Region Director in Western Pennsylvania, now known as the Western Appalachian Region. A recipient of the cherished Minnie Dole Award and a Gold Merit Star, Tyler was also an NSP Board Member, Assistant Eastern Division Director, and Eastern Division Awards Chairman. He served as an Instructor and Instructor Trainer in every NSP discipline including OEC, Avalanche, Mountaineering, and Ski and Toboggan. Tyler was also a dedicated member of the American Red Cross. In 2016, Tyler Davis was inducted as a member of the NSP Hall of Fame.
The 2023 Winner: Harold Clark, Bristol Mountain P., GVR
And 2nd place National OS Instructor for 2023
The 2023 Winner: Harold Clark, Bristol Mountain P., GVR
And 2nd place National OS Instructor for 2023
Donald F. Page Outstanding Administrative Patroller Award
Donald F. Page joined the NSP in 1955. He served as a Patrol Director, Section Chief, Region Director, Assistant Division Director, Division Director, and NSP Board Member. He coordinated the selection of NSP volunteers for the 1980 Olympics in Lake Placid. Don Served as Parliamentarian at Eastern Division Annual Meetings for over 40 years. Awarded National Appointment #2182 in 1960, was a recipient of the coveted Minnie Dole Award and inducted as one of the first NSP Hall of Fame members in 2012.
The 2021 Winner: Michael Burk, Laurel Summit, WApp
The 2021 Winner: Michael Burk, Laurel Summit, WApp
Al Pels Outstanding Alumni Award
Al Pels was an active member of the National Ski Patrol for 62 years and proudly patrolled at Mad River Glen, VT; Smugglers’ Notch, VT; Great Gorge/Vernon Valley, NJ; Crotched Mountain, NH; and Ragged Mountain, NH. He was a former National Board Member, NJ Region Director and Section Chief, NH Alumni Advisor, and most recently was the Eastern Division Alumni Advisor where he excelled in leadership roles.
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Young Adult Patroller Award
The Eastern Division Young Adult Patroller Award.
The 2023 Winner: Eli Jablonski, NWAC, NJR
1st place National OS Young Adult Patroller for 2023
The 2023 Winner: Eli Jablonski, NWAC, NJR
1st place National OS Young Adult Patroller for 2023