Mike Hafer, assistant manager and training director of the Northstar-at-Tahoe Resort Ski & Snowboard School, was recently appointed to the 2008-2012 Alpine Team of the Professional Ski Instructors of America (PSIA) National Demonstration Team.

The Alpine Team of the PSIA National Demonstration Team is comprised of 14 members who will represent PSIA for the next four years as the public face of the association. This team will also be instrumental in charting the course of United States snowsports instruction, and will work with PSIA-AASI divisions and snowsports schools throughout the country to inspire lifelong passion for the mountain experience.

A total of 139 candidates traveled to Mammoth Mountain in California for the week-long tryout. The week started with snow sliding tasks both on and off piste, and in the terrain park before two cuts narrowed the field to 51 people for the final two days of the selection process. The remaining candidates took part in teaching and learning activities, an in-depth interview process and group project assessments.

“To be selected for the National Demonstration Team is a huge accomplishment and a tremendous honor,” said Don Yuhas, Northstar Resort Ski & Snowboard School Director. “We are very proud of Mike and pleased to have him as part of our team.”

Hafer has been with Northstar Resort since 1994. In his current role, Hafer oversees the Ski & Snowboard School trainers, helping to guide them in the ongoing training of the resort’s Ski & Snowboard School staff.

About Northstar-at-Tahoe Resort
Northstar-at-Tahoe Resort is becoming one of the finest year-round destination mountain resorts in North America offering activities for all ages. With 83 trails spread across 2,490 acres, world-class terrain parks and snow sports including alpine and Telemark skiing, snowboarding, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing and tubing, Northstar Resort is fun for all. The resort also offers summer activities including mountain biking, golfing, free scenic lift rides for sightseeing and hiking, horseback riding, fly-fishing and much more. And, with the new Village at Northstar featuring shopping, dining, special events and a 9,000 square foot skating rink, Northstar Resort offers something for everyone.

Northstar-at-Tahoe Resort is located on Highway 267, just six miles north of Lake Tahoe and six miles south of downtown Truckee. For more information on Northstar Resort, call 1-800-GO-NORTH (800-466-6784) or visit www.NorthstarAtTahoe.com.