Terrence Leitch
About Terrence Leitch
Terrence Leitch is an Advanced Ski Patroller with extensive experience in outdoor leadership and mountain rescue. He has worked in various roles, including high-altitude mountain guide and emergency medical technician, while also volunteering for youth programs and serving as a firefighter.
Work at Aspen Skiing Company
Terrence Leitch currently serves as an Advanced Ski Patroller at Aspen Skiing Company, a position he has held since 2017. In this role, he is responsible for ensuring the safety of skiers and snowboarders at Aspen Highlands. Prior to this, he worked as a Lead Guide and Rope Rescue Technician at the same company from 2017 to 2019, where he focused on high-altitude mountain guiding and rescue operations in Snowmass, Colorado.
Education and Expertise
Terrence Leitch earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Recreation and Outdoor Leadership from Western Colorado University, completing his studies from 2010 to 2015. His education included a minor in Sociology, which complements his extensive experience in outdoor recreation and leadership roles. He was also a member of the only Collegiate Mountain Rescue team in the nation during his time at the university.
Background in Outdoor Recreation and Safety
Leitch has a diverse background in outdoor recreation and safety. He worked as a Lifeguard, Rock Climbing Instructor, and Mountain Guide at Western State Colorado University from 2010 to 2015. Additionally, he served as a Lead Recreation Specialist for the City of Aspen from 2008 to 2017, where he contributed to community recreation programs. His work as a high-altitude mountain guide and high angle ropes rescue technician further underscores his expertise in outdoor safety.
Volunteer Work and Community Engagement
Terrence Leitch has been actively involved in community service through the Aspen Buddy Program for 14 years, where he assists at-risk youth in developing leadership skills. He also volunteers as a firefighter with the Aspen Volunteer Fire Department since 2020, contributing to local emergency response efforts. His commitment to community engagement is evident through his long-standing volunteer roles.
Current Roles and Additional Experience
In addition to his role at Aspen Skiing Company, Terrence Leitch works as a Real Estate Agent at Aspen Snowmass Sotheby's International Realty and as an Emergency Medical Technician at Sameday Health, both since 2021. His diverse professional background includes experience in the restaurant industry as a server at Home Team BBQ from 2016 to 2018. Leitch has also traveled extensively, climbing mountains in various countries including Argentina, Chile, Alaska, Japan, and the Republic of Georgia.