Vermont’s ski areas prioritize safety every day, and skiers and riders also play a key role in having a safer experience. Take a moment to learn and practice the updated Your Responsibility Code: stay aware of your surroundings, use common sense, make thoughtful decisions and be courteous to others to enhance your day on the mountain.
Skiing and snowboarding are thrilling but come with some inherent risk, including serious injury or death. Reduce your risk by wearing a helmet, knowing how to safely load and ride lifts, staying in control, and skiing within your ability. Many incidents stem from excessive speed or collisions, so always stay alert and in control so you can avoid hazards and other people.
Join us in looking out for one another on and off the hill. A donation to the Snow Angel Foundation supports safety initiatives across Vermont’s mountains.
Your Responsibility Code has been updated to better reflect the language and changes to snow sports that have occurred since the last update. By using common sense and practicing Your Responsibility Code, you and others can have a safer day on the mountain.
Know and Obey the Code. It's Your Responsibility.
If you need help understanding the code, please ask an employee.
For more information on snow sport safety, visit SkiSafety.us
Even in Vermont, we aren’t immune to these dangers, and it’s important to understand the environment and ways to limit your risks before venturing out with your ski and ride buddies.
Ski Vermont and its member ski areas promote the use of snowsports helmets on the slopes. We recommend you wear a snowsports helmet - but it’s important to remember that your helmet alone will not reduce your risk of injury. Wearing a snowsports helmet while skiing and riding in a controlled manner and following Your Responsibility Code are all important to have a safer day on the mountain.
The High Fives Foundation is a nonprofit organization dedicated to preventing life-altering injuries in outdoor sports and providing support to injured athletes through recovery programs, education, and grants.
The Snow Angel Foundation, founded in 2023, promotes ski and snowboard safety education and awareness, inspired by the Johnson family's mission to prevent collisions and honor their late daughter through advocacy and the Ride Another Day campaign.
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