Things You'll Need:
- Well-maintained skis
- Sunglasses or tinted goggles
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Step 1
Know where you're going. It's important when you're skiing to always know where you're headed. The most common cause of skiing accidents isn't lack of ability, it's lack of focus. Allowing yourself to be distracted by other skiers will get you into trouble, and you may just take them with you!
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Step 2
Check your skis: No matter your level of ability, it's important to know that your skis are going to perform when you need them to. Before hitting the slopes, ensure that your skis are free of cracks and dings. Make sure that your ski poles are of the proper length so you can use them if necessary. Check your boot-locks to confirm that they will hold your feet properly so you won't be off balance and go careening into the skiers around you.
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Step 3
Wear colorful clothing. The best reason for wearing brightly colored clothing on the slopes isn't so you'll look stylish. It's so other skiers can see you as they speed along. When you're traveling at the type of speeds that downhill skiers do, you don't have much time to make a course correction when you see a fellow skier. By wearing brightly colored slope-clothes, you can increase your visibility to other skiers, and help ensure not only that they stay out of your way, but also that you stay out of theirs.
