Dodge Ridge Ski Patrol: Election & Awards Update
Team,
The election committee has officially met and reviewed the results of the 2026 Dodge Ridge Election. We also have some incredibly exciting news to share from the region—our patrol absolutely swept the Mother Lode Awards this year!
Thank you to everyone who voted, and congratulations to all of our incredible award winners. Read on for the full updates.
🏅 Mother Lode Region Awards
Please join us in celebrating the massive recognition our patrol family received from the Mother Lode Region. This is a testament to the hard work, dedication, and professionalism of our entire team!
🏔️ Patrol & Unit Awards
Outstanding Large Patrol: Dodge Ridge (Back-to-back winners! We also took home this honor in 2025)
Outstanding Mountain Host Unit: Dodge Ridge
👤 Individual Excellence Awards
Outstanding OEC Instructor: Carolyn Simon
John Jamison Director’s Award: Carolyn Simon
Outstanding Paid Patroller: Wylie Hoyt
Outstanding Alpine Patroller: Dave Lavelle
Outstanding Mountain Host: Eric Horton
📅 Save the Date: Far West Banquet
When: Saturday, September 12, 2026
Where: Sacramento, CA
Note: Block out your calendars! Given our phenomenal sweep at the region level, we have a strong feeling we will see several members of our Dodge Ridge Patrol Family formally recognized at the Far West divisional level. Let’s get a great group together to celebrate them!
📜 By-Laws Update: APPROVED
The minimum number of “Yes” votes required to approve the new By-Laws was successfully surpassed. The new By-Laws are now officially approved and adopted. Thank you for your engagement in this important structural update.
👥 2026 Officer & Representative Election Results
The election resulted in all offices being successfully filled. Congratulations to your newly elected patrol leadership team:
Member Representatives: Jim Graul, Gloria McKelvy, and Jared Jeppson
Treasurer: Danny Rose
Secretary: Robert Dean
A huge shoutout to everyone who voted—your participation keeps our patrol strong and self-governing.
Thank you!
Dodge Ridge Leadership Team
