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Merit Badge Work Book MS Word, Adobe PDF
Your Responsibility Code:
- Ski under control and in such a manner that you can stop or avoid other skiers or objects. Excessive speed is dangerous!
- People ahead of you have the right of way. It is your responsibility to avoid them.
- You must not stop where you obstruct a trail or are not visible from above.
- When entering or merging onto a trail or starting downhill, yield to others.
- All skiers shall use devices to prevent runaway skis.
- Observe all posted signs and warnings. Keep off closed trails and out of closed areas.
- Prior to using any lift, you must have the knowledge and ability to load, ride and unload safely.
International Trail-marking System:
Additional Trail Symbols
Skis:
What are the five types of Alpine Skis 1, 2
What is the history of Alpine skiing
What is Telemark skiing
What is the difference between Alpine Skis and Telemark Skis
Links:
National Ski Patrol (NSP) http://www.nsp.org/1/nsp/home/home.asp
National Ski Areas Association (NSAA) http://www.nsaa.org/nsaa/home
Ski and Snowboarding Tips http://www.nsc.org/mem/youth/ski/nsaa3.htm
Your Responsibility Code http://www.nsp.org/1/nsp/Safety_Information/YourResponsibilityCode.asp
Preventing Frostbite and Hypothermia http://www.nsc.org/library/facts/frstbit.htm
Surviving the Cold Weather http://www.nsc.org/library/facts/cold.htm
Ski and Snowboard Safely http://www.nsc.org/library/facts/snowski.htm