Ski season will be here before you know it, so here are several suggestions on ways to ensure that you and yours have a great time carving up the powder.
Take It Easy
Be patient if the lift lines are long or the rental shop doesn’t have exactly what you want. Take a breath and enjoy the scenery. If it’s been a while since you were on skis, take a refresher lesson. Even if your friends insist “You can do this!” resist the temptation to do runs that are beyond your skill level.
Be Respectful
Be understanding with the locals working in shops, restaurants, and on the mountain; they are there to take care of you, so be respectful and courteous. Don’t cut lines, even if a group of friends waves you up—it’s rude to the people you pass. Yield to other traffic, looking before you push off. Downhill traffic has the right of way, so don’t be a speed bump. Get out of the way if you need to stop for any reason….