Trip Information
Gear Rentals
EPIC Policy
General
100

How many different trip length options will we offer in Winter quarter? (Example: evening, multi-day, etc.)

3 - Evening, Full Day, and Multi-Day

100

What is included in a snowshoe package?

Snowshoes and Poles

100

What constitutes appropriate work attire?

Preferably and EPIC shirt, but any shirt, sweatshirt, or jacket that has the EWU logo also. 

100

How many principles are part of Leave No Trace thics?

7

200

What day's do we offer discounted lift tickets for?

Saturday's
200

Can a student rent skis for themselves and a friend?

Yes, but both skiers must be present to pick-up because each one needs to sign the rental form.

200

Name three Opening Procedures as a CSR.

Open Front Gate, Turn on Computers, Check Voicemail, Open Fusion, Turn on Lights, Prepare Till Sheet for Cash Handling, Check filing cabinet for contracts needing to be staged

200

What is our most expensive winter trip?

Mt. Hood - 4 day trip to Oregon: $250

300

What is included in a night-ski trip to Mt. Spokane?

Transportation and Lift Ticket

300

Who is responsible for adjusting ski bindings and snowboards?

Whoever is staging the gear.

300

Why can't staff, faculty, and alumni get the student price?

They do not pay tuition.

300

Can non-students join our trips?

Yes!

400
What will the sleeping arrangements look like on our multi-day trips?

4 Students will be assigned to a hotel room together. When you sign-up for a trip, there is a custom prompt asking if you registered up with someone so we can ensure you're in the same room.

400
A ski binding length is adjusted to what number?

The Boot Sole Length (located in the boot itself)

400

If you're working as a CSR and need to head to the back room, what should you do at the front desk?

Forward the phone and flip the hours sign so people know to call.

400
Do our trip leaders teach students to downhill ski or snowboard on trips?

No! 

They are not certified ski or snowboard instructors so they are not allowed to teach. We recommend beginners take a lesson at the mountain.

500

What gear can students rent for free if going on a ski and snowboard trip with us?

Snow Clothing, Backpacks, headlamps, Sleeping bag and pad.

Ski and Snowboard rentals are not free and must be made in addition to the price of the trip.

500

What must happen immediately after gear is picked-up form EPIC?

It must be checked out in Fusion.

500

Name all 4 EPIC Core Values.

Risk Management, Inclusion, Professionalism, Stewardship

500
What items are included on multi-day trips this winter?

No using the brochure for help.

Transportation, Lodging (Hotels), Meals, Guides, Gear (Not Ski/Snowboard), Lift Tickets