Snowboarding Safety

When snowboarding the most important aspect is safety. One of the simplest way to stay safe on the mountain is to wear a helmet when ridding. Wearing a helmet, though it may not be fashionable, will drasticy decrease your probability of recieving a head injury on the mountain.

Helmets can make a difference in reducing or preventing injury from falls or other impacts. They are most effective at slower speeds. Be sure to have your child properly fitted for a helmet and don't forget to teach your child to ski or snowboard responsibly and to be familiar with the "Your Responsibility Code," the seven safety rules of the slopes.

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Next you need to know your limits. Do not take any trails that you know exceed your abilities and if you have no choice resort to the infamous but-slide. Finally follow all rules of the mountain are set in place for a reason and must be followed. If you wear a helmet, know your limits, and follow the rules of the mountain you will be safe. Remember GWTF.