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WINTER SAFETY

  • Never ski alone.

  • Dress appropriately for ski sessions. Stay dry and warm. Be prepared for bad weather or changing conditions.

  • Know which trails you are allowed to ski on, and never ski outside the designated area.

  • Learn what to do if you become lost.

  • Find out what causes frostbite. Learn to recognize it and what to do about it.

  • Re-evaluate your plans if you or other members pf your group start to fatigue.

  • Do not ski out of control.

  • Be aware of the dangers of crossing bodies of water in winter. Proceed one person at a time and check the thickness of the ice with your poles.

  • Do not ski in avalanche areas without proper training and equipment.