Responsibility Code

Common sense, it's one of the most important things to keep in mind and practice when on the slopes. The National Ski Areas Association (NSAA) believes education, helmet use, respect, and common sense are very important when cruising down the mountain.

NSAA developed Your Responsibility Code to help skiers and boarders be aware that there are elements of risk in snowsports that common sense and personal awareness can help reduce.

Your Responsibility Code

1.  Always stay in control. You must be able to stop or avoid people or objects.

2.  People ahead or downhill of you have the right-of-way. You must avoid them.

3.  Stop only where you are visible from above and do not restrict traffic.

4.  Look uphill and avoid others before starting downhill or entering a trail.

5.  You must prevent runaway equipment.

6.  Read and obey all signs, warnings, and hazard markings.

7.  Keep off closed trails and out of closed areas.

8.  You must know how and be able to load, ride and unload lifts safely. If you need assistance, ask the lift attendant.

9.  Do not use lifts or terrain when impaired by alcohol or drugs.

10.  If you are involved in a collision or incident, share your contact information with each other and a ski area employee.

Winter sports involve risk of serious injury or death. Your knowledge, decisions and actions contribute to your safety and that of others. If you need help understanding the Code, please ask any ski area employee.

KNOW THE CODE: IT'S YOUR RESPONSIBILITY.

Lift Safety

• Be familiar with the type of lift you are riding, and ask for help if you need it.

• Before loading, remove backpacks and secure loose items. Remove pole straps from wrists.

• Look over your shoulder to watch the chair approach.

• Sit all the way in the chair, with your back to the seat rest.

• If the lift has a restraint bar, wait until everyone is seated, and slowly reach up and lower the bar. Do not attempt to lower the bar if you cannot reach it! Adults should always help kids to lower the bar.

• Be aware of your surroundings while riding the lift. If you drop something, let it fall! You can always ask ski patrol for help retrieving the lost item.

• As you approach the top terminal, prepare to raise the bar. Look for signs advising you to do so to help with your timing.

Tips For Avoiding Collisions

1. Be Ready

Be ready to slow down or avoid objects or other people at any time. Ski and ride in such a way that you are always able to control yourself regardless of conditions and avoid others and objects you may encounter on the run, groomed or otherwise.

2. Stay Alert

Stay alert to what’s going on around you, especially other skiers and riders. Being aware of those around and changing conditions will help you have a fun and safe day on the hill.

3. Plan Ahead

Ease up at blind spots, check uphill when merging onto trails, and give other skiers plenty of room when passing. Look out for spots on the run where traffic merges or you can't see what's coming next. If you are unfamiliar with a run, take it easy the first time down it and make note of places where you'll want to slow down, such as cat tracks and rollers. Also, give other skiers and riders lots or room, especially if you are passing them. There's plenty of space out there, so there's no need to crowd each other.

By doing these three things every run, you'll be helping keep the slopes safe and enjoyable, for you and everyone else.

Terrain Park Safety

START SMALL - Work your way up. Build your skills.

MAKE A PLAN - Every feature. Every time.

ALWAYS LOOK - Before you drop.

RESPECT - The features and other users.

TAKE IT EASY - Know your limits. Land on your feet.

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