
Safety Tips

Please remember: SAFETY FIRST!

Skiing and snowboarding can be enjoyed in many ways. At ski areas you may see people using alpine, snowboard, telemark, cross country or 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.

Before hitting the slops & trails please read these Ski & Snowboarding Tips. If you are new to skiing or snowboarding, please consider taking lessons from a qualified instructor such as those at Bruce Mound's Ski/Snowboard School, where for a small fee you can get friendly, personal, expert lessons.

Please observe the code listed below and share with other skiers the responsibility for a great skiing experience.

Personal Responsibility Code

	Always stay in control and be able to stop or avoid other people or objects.
	People ahead of you have the right of way. It is your responsibility to avoid them.
	You must not stop where you are blocking a run or where you are not visible from above.
	Whenever starting downhill or merging into a trail, look uphill and yield to others.
	Always use devices to help eliminate runaway equipment.
	Observe all posted signs and warnings. Keep off closed trails and out of closed areas.
	Prior to using any lift, you must have knowledge and ability to load, ride, and unload safely.

KNOW THE CODE. IT'S YOUR RESPONSIBILITY

This is a partial list. Please be safety conscious & considerate of others.

Wisconsin Law provides: No Duty or Liability Created. No duty of care or ground of liability toward any person who uses another's property for a recreational activity. WI. Stats. 895.525 (7).

This code is officially endorsed by the National Ski Area Association.

For more information please see National [Ski] Safety Initiative 2000's
"Ski and Snowboarding Tips"

Also check out the National Safety Council's "Ski & Snowboard Safely Fact Sheet"

Permission to reprint granted by the National Safety Council, a membership organization dedicated to protecting life and promoting health.

Ski/Snowboard Trail Difficulty Ratings

Knowing the ski/snowboard trail ratings are essential for ski & snowboard safety. Trail ratings vary at different resorts, so, it's important to consider all trails individually and use caution when skiing. The symbols below are commonly used throughout North America to rate the difficulty level of ski/snowboard trails and slopes. Learn more about ski trail ratings.

Easiest

Green circle - The easiest trail at a mountain. Green Circle trails are generally wide and groomed, typically with slope gradients ranging from 6% to 25% (a 100% slope is a 45 degree angle).

Intermediate

Blue square - Intermediate difficulty slopes with grades commonly ranging from 25% to 40%. These slopes are usually groomed.

Difficult

Black Diamond - Amongst the most difficult at a given mountain. Black Diamond trails tend to be steep (typically 40% and up) and may or may not be groomed.

Expert

Black Double diamond - These trails are even more difficult than Black Diamond, due to exceptionally steep slopes and other hazards such as narrow trails, exposure to wind, and the presence of obstacles such as steep drop-offs or trees. They are intended only for the most experienced skiers.

Pay attention to trail ratings & hill conditions. Always ski & snowboard within your abilities.

Learn more about alpine skiing or snowboarding.

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