Confederation Park Operations-Volunteer

VOLUNTEER

Thousands of volunteer hours are needed each year to bring ski trails to Calgarians.  We would love your help.  Meet other folks passionate about skiing and ski trails in Calgary/  Experience and share the enjoyment of your efforts with other Calgarians!

2023 SNOW Farming VOLUNTEER SIGN UP

Here are our current volunteer requirements:

ALL VOLUNTEERS MUST BE MEMBERS of a Nordic Club 

Snow Harvesting Team:  Are you good with a shovel? Help us use shovels, scoops and a snow blower to move natural snow from the ungroomed areas on to thin patches in our trail system. People work in crews of 10 on Wednesday nights, usually starting at 6:30, for up to 2 hours. You can help out for as many evenings as you would like!

Communications:

  • Individuals with interest in managing online communications, social media and web updates.

Volunteer Coordination: 

  • We are looking for people who have experience coordinating and recognizing volunteer efforts to help lead this team.

Ski Operations at Confederation Park Golf Course:  December to March  (subject to weather).

  • Gate Team:
    • Reliable individuals who live near Confed who can open and close gates for the parking lot.  Gates will be open 9AM to 9PM.
  • Parking Attendants Team:
    • Assistance with peak times to direct parking lot traffic during the evenings for at events.
  • Track Setting Team:
    • We are looking for new and experienced groomers for this upcoming season. Training provided. Some knowledge of ski trail quality is required.
  • Snowmaking Team:
    • Individuals with previous snow making experience or some technical interest in this area.

Shutdown and Cleanup:  Early March

  • Shutdown Team: We will require volunteers to assist to shut down operations – including folks with trucks that can pull a storage trailer.