Tips and Advice for skiing holidays.

Skiing can be an extremely fun holiday; however there are tips and advice which may make even more enjoyable. Helmets may keep your head warmer than ski hats however your head and face still need some protecting. Balaclavas are best for this as it covers your face and keeps your head warm!

Warn your fellow skiers when you are coming past, by shouting ‘on your left’ or ‘on your right’. This shows consideration to fellow skiers and can make things a lot safer.

Right of way
The person down the ski trail from you has the right of way. If you see a slower skier or snowboarder then warn that person of your presence and stay far away.

Helmets
Protect your head from lift towers, hard snow, ice etc therefore it is extremely important that you wear one.

Control
Every skier has lost control and fallen over, however if you try your best to keep control then you are more likely to stay on your feet.
 

Getting into the ski lift Slide down the line while you wait for the chair, ensure that you have a free hand, as the chair nears the backs of your legs extend your free hand to the chair and sit. Put the bar down When using a ski’s lift chair use the bar to stop you from falling, that is what it is there for and can prevent serious injury.

Obey the signs and don’t enter the slow zone - The slow zone is designed for everyone’s safety and are typically found at the bottom of the bases. Don’t be tempted to use the slow zone for quicker lift access.

Know your ability
Use your trail maps and consider where you can and cannot ski on a mountain.

Know the area rules
On the first day look out for the area’s rules. Check the trail map and the lift ticket.

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