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 Our patrollers are part of the National Ski Patrol System and are on duty throughout the season with first aid and skier assistance. This service is provided at no cost to our guests. Located next to the Main Lodge.
Heads Up!
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In 2000, the National Ski Areas Association (NSAA) launched the slope-safety education campaign with the theme, “Heads Up!” to reinforce the importance of slope safety education to guests at ski areas nationwide.
The cornerstone of the “Heads Up” slope safety education campaign is promoting the “Your Responsibility Code,” which includes the seven slope safety rules.
Two annual events have evolved from the “Heads Up” campaign. National Safety Awareness Week and the National Kids’ Safety Poster Contest (more information below).
Heads Up! Enjoy the slopes. Ski and Ride with care this season!!
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Smart Style
Terrain features are becoming more popular at resorts and proper use is important . The National Ski Areas Association and Burton Snowboards have developed the "Smart Style" Terrain Park Safety initiative, a cooperative effort to continue the proper use and progression of terrain parks at mountain resorts, while also delivering a unified message that is clear, concise, and effective.
There are four main message in the "Smart Style" program.
Please read below and make sure you are familiar with slope safety before using any terrain feature and ALWAYS follow You're Responsibility Code".
MAKE A PLAN
o Every time you use freestyle terrain, make a plan for each feature you want to use
o Your speed,approach and take off will directly affect your maneuver and landing.
Look Before You Leap
o Before getting into freestyle terrain observe all signage and warnings
o Scope around the jumps first not over them
o Use your first run as a warm up run and to familiarize yourself with the terrain
o Be aware that the features change constantly due to weather, usage, grooming and time of day.
o Do not jump blindly and use a spotter when necessary
Easy Style It
o Know your limits and ski/ride within your ability level
o Look for small progression parks or features to begin with and work your way up.
o Freestyle skills require maintaining control on the ground and in the air
o Do not attempt any features unless you have sufficient ability and experience to do so safely
o Inverted aerials increase your risk of injury and are not recommended.
Respect Gets Respect
o Respect the terrain and others
o One person on a feature at a time
o Wait your turn and call your start
o Always clear the landing area quickly
o Respect all signs and stay off closed terrain and features
Your Responsibility Code
Snowsports can be enjoyed in many ways. At ski areas you may see people using alpine, snowboard, telemark, cross country and other specialized ski equipment, such as that used by disabled or other skiers. Regardless of how you decide to enjoy the slopes, always show courtesy to others and be aware that there are elements of risk in skiing that common sense and personal awareness can help reduce. Observe the code listed below and share with other skiers the responsibility for a great skiing experience.
- -Always stay in control.
- -People ahead of you have the right of way.
- -Stop in a safe place for you and others.
- -Whenever starting downhill or merging, look uphill and yield.
- -Use devices to help prevent runaway equipment.
- -Observe signs and warnings, and keep off closed trails.
- -Know how to use the lifts safely.
KNOW THE CODE. IT'S YOUR RESPONSIBILITY.
This is a partial list. Be safety conscious.
Officially endorsed by: NATIONAL SKI AREAS ASSOCIATION.
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