In a volunteer organization such as Far West Ski Association nothing happens without volunteers contributing their time and talent to produce programs.  These dedicated individuals could never be fully compensated for the contributions they make to the Association.  For volunteer organizations, recognition is the most valuable thank-you that can be offered.  In many ways the maturity and stature of an organization can be measured by the value that individuals place on the recognition program.  Far West has the broadest program of any regional ski association in the United States and there are many opportunities for aspiring individuals, clubs and councils to gain recognition.

The FWSA Awards Program was initiated in 1966 and has witnessed a series of expansions over the years.  The more recent expansions have included recognition of Club and Council short-term achievement as well as various industry acknowledgments.

FWSA Presidents in attendance at the 75^th Anniversary Convention
Paul Arrigo ('91-'93), Steve Coxen ('00-'03), Harry Davis ('96-'00), John Watson ('71-'73), Jane Wyckoff ('81-'85), Mike Sanford ('03-'06), Norm Cullen ('93-'96) and Dick Goetzman (seated)('69-'71).