Ski Safety in Cold Weather Whenever a skier hits the slopes there is some basic knowledge-- some universal rules and guidelines -- that every winter athlete is expected to know: properly yield to other skiers, know how to use a chairlift, obey all the signs, know how to fall, stay in control of yourself based on your ability, and so on. Since skiing is a winter sport, it is especially incumbent upon a skier to respect the weather and follow some basic cold weather advice. First, you should … [Read more...]
Stay Safe on the Slopes
Stay Safe on the Slopes The number one cause of injury on the slopes every year is pulled or strained muscles, and the number one cause of death when downhill skiing or snowboarding is head injury, usually caused by hitting a stationary object. Although injuries are common, deaths are fortunately rare, but it nevertheless is important as each new season arrives for everybody to reacquaint themselves with some of the basic safety issues of the slopes. Pulled muscles and tendons, twisted ankles, … [Read more...]