Watertown Ski Patrol named 2026 national small alpine patrol
The National Ski Patrol selected Watertown Ski Patrol as its 2026 National Outstanding Small Alpine Patrol, according to the provided source material.
By the ClickNNY North Country Desk
The National Ski Patrol selected Watertown Ski Patrol as its 2026 National Outstanding Small Alpine Patrol, the provided source material says.
The announcement was made during the patrol’s annual training at Dry Hill. The source also says Daniel VanNess and Albert Ebeling were recognized for 50 years of service, while Matthew Dickinson, Rodger Voss and Nathan Pistner received National Ski Patrol Blue Merit stars for lifesaving skills.
This story was written from a community submission and reviewed by a ClickNNY editor before publication.
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