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The Swap will be upstairs in the chalet!
Entry will only be allowed through the south entrance by the rental shop.
We will be monitoring the number of people allowed in to shop at a time. If we feel the area is too crowded to shop effectively then we reserve the right to limit entry numbers at any time for peoples safety.
The 2023 Ski Swap Sale October 6th & 7th
NO SALES ON SUNDAY
Equipment Check-In: October 5 (noon-8pm) & 6 (8am-5pm)
Swap Sale: October 6 (4:00pm-8pm'ish) & October 7 (8am-4pm) • We are working on getting a food truck on hand 4-7pm on the 6th and 11-2 on the 7th.
Equipment Pick-Up: October 7 (1pm-5pm) & October 9 (5pm-8pm)
Any equipment not picked up by 8pm the final day will be considered a donation and the Ski Patrol will dispose of the items.
(New terms and conditions apply for those selling items. Please see the "Ski Swap" page for details.)
If you are selling your gear, the check-in table will be near the double doors. It may be outside.
The lines for selling items and buying items are separate. You will not be allowed on the sales floor to check prices. Please check places like Ebay and Craigslist for similar prices on your items. We will be checking bindings for indemnification onsite. Not all ski bindings are allowed to be sold at our swap. If the exact binding model is not on the list we have then we will not allow it to be sold at the swap.
Welcome to the Mount Kato Ski Patrol
Proudly servicing the Mount Kato Ski Area
Click around and see what you find. We are a fun group of people who enjoy skiing and snowboarding, and take pride in assisting injured skiers and snowboarders. All of our patrollers go through extensive training in Outdoor Emergency Care. (The Mount Kato Ski Patrol is an all volunteer service that services the Mount Kato Ski Area.) If you are interested in joining our patrol, click on the "What it takes" link. Every October we hold a Ski Swap, where the public as well as vendors can bring their winter sports equipment (new and used) to the area and the Ski Patrol will help sell it. Click the Ski Swap link to learn more.
2023 Ski Patrol Candidate Classes have started
If you're interested in becoming a Mount Kato Ski Patroller contact us soon for class info. Click the Contact Us tab above. All potential candidates must be signed up in advance by September 1st to ensure we have enough candidates to hold the classes.
Congratulations and Thank You to Rich Krause, Tom Wyrowski, and Judy Westphal
for 30 years of service to Mount Kato!
Welcome to the Mount Kato Ski Patrol Ski Swap Item Entry
Every fall, the Mount Kato Ski Patrol holds a fundraiser to help support the patrol. The proceeds from the Annual Ski Swap allow patrollers to further their education and hone their skills as they relate to Outdoor Emergency Care, skiing and snowboarding skills, toboggan handling, etc. The swap is usually held near the end of October and lasts 3 days. This is the time for skiers and snowboarders from around the area to purchase new and used equipment and receive incredible deals. The Ski Patrol will help you to sell your used ski and/or snowboard equipment for a nominal fee. More information is available below.
Need help looking for ski boots, read this.
2023 Mount Kato Ski Patrol Ski Swap
Friday, October 6, 9:00AM – 8:00PM
Saturday, October 7, 8:00AM - 4:00PM
All times subject to change.
Sales Start at 4:00pm on Friday the 6th
Equipment Check-In Hours (sell your stuff)
Thursday, October 5, 12:00PM (noon) – 8:00PM
Friday, October 6, 9:00AM – 8:00PM
NO SATURDAY CHECK-INS PLEASE
(See "How does it work? section below for more details.)
Equipment Check-Out Hours
The preferred times are as follows:
Saturday, October 7, 1:00PM – 5:00PM
Monday, October 9, 5:00PM – 8:00PM
(See "How does it work? section below for more details.)
How does it work?
- Dust off those old boots, skis, snowboards, helmets, car racks or whatever else you think some one might be interested in buying. There are some restrictions on what ski boots and ski bindings the ski patrol can sell. A list of indemnified bindings will be available at the swap check-in counter.
- Take a guess as to what price for which you would like to sell your items. If you want to get rid of it, then think low. Remember, most people come to the Swap looking for a deal; the cheaper you mark it, the better chance you'll have of getting rid of it. You can also check Craigslist or Ebay for comparable items and what they are selling for. Be sure to check closely for the actual sale prices not just the listing prices.
- Bring your items to Mount Kato during the dates and time of check-in listed above. The Mount Kato Ski Patrol charges a $3.00 handling fee for every item you ask us to sell for you. This amount is due when you drop off your item. The volunteers at check-in will take all of your information and enter it into our database. You'll get a username and login for your account, and then a label for each item. After that, check our website periodically over the 2 days of the swap. You will be able to tell if your item sells.
- If your items sells, great! We send you a check for the total of your item minus 15% of the sale, which the Ski Patrol keeps. If your item has not sold, check the pickup times above. If you are not able to pick up your item at any of those times email us at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. with the specifics. If we do not hear from you within 1 week following the swap, your item will be considered a donation. The ski patrol may sell your item, or dispose of it accordingly and retain any and all funds from the sale of your item.
- DO NOT CALL Mt. Kato and ask about your items. The staff of Mt. Kato do not deal with your items. They are considered the responsibility of the Mt. Kato Ski Patrol. Email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. with any questions or concerns.
I'm interested in participating in the swap, now what do I do?
Save some time waiting in line by entering your items into the online database before coming out to drop them off!
If you are an Individual, you may sign up and then enter your items for the ski swap by clicking on Individual Login below. You will have to remember your ID Number so make sure to have a paper and pencil handy or print off the page when you finish signing up. Note: You may return at any time and enter more items or view the items already entered by entering your User ID and Password.
Mount Kato
Western Region of Central Division
NSP Central Division Homepage
National Ski Patrol
Announcements
2023 Ski Swap dates are set:
October 6th & 7th
Friday, October 6, 8:00AM – 8:00PM
SALES START AT 4:00PM
Saturday, October 7, 8:00AM - 4:00PM
All times subject to change.
Sell your items at our swap:
Equipment Check-In Hours
Thursday, October 5, 12:00PM (noon) – 8:00PM
Friday, October 6, 8:00AM – 8:00PM'ish
NO SATURDAY CHECK-INS PLEASE
Equipment Check-Out Hours
The preferred times are as follows:
Saturday, October 7, 1:00PM – 5:00PM
Monday, October 9, 5:00PM – 8:00PM
Interested in Becoming a Patroller?
See "What it Takes" or check out what the National Ski Patrol has to say about becoming a patroller.
Click here to download an application to become a Patroller
Please mail your applications to Mount Kato Ski Patrol • 20461 Hwy 66 • Mankato, MN 56001