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A Skiers Responsibility Code
Know the Code

The National Ski Areas Association established "Your Responsibility Code" in 1966 as a code of ethics for all skiers on the mountain. Today, the code reflects not only skier safety, but snowboarder and lift safety as well.

Ultimately, safe skiing and snowboarding on the mountain is each person's responsibility.

Following "Your Responsibility Code" will help all skiers and snowboarders have a safer mountain experience.

Your Responsibility Code Safety on the slopes is everyone's responsibility. Ski safely - not only for yourself, but for others as well.

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

Know The Code. Itıs Your Responsibility. This is a partial list. Be safety conscious.

Endorsed by the National Ski Areas Association, National Ski Patrol, and Professional Ski Instructors of America.

Freestyle Terrain Responsibility Freestyle terrain use, like all skiing and riding, exposes you to the risk of serious injury. Prior to using freestyle terrain, it is your responsibility to familiarize yourself with all instructions and warnings and follow Your Responsibility Code.
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