SAFETY
Safety Programs/Campaigns:
Heads Up! - National Safety Awareness Week 1/15-21/05
Heads Up! - Kids National Safety Poster Contest
Smart Style - Freestyle Terrain Safety Initiative
Freestyle Terrain - Slope Safety
Professsional Ski Instructors of America (PSIA) - Safety Public Service Announcements
Avalanche Safety Awareness Program (ASAP)
WinterKids - Nonprofit encouraging winter recreation among children
Winter Feels Good - Program which shows how non-motorized winter sports (snowboarding, alpine skiing, cross country skiing, snowshoeing) can help adults and children achieve health and fitness through the winter months
Articles by Carl Ettlinger, President of Vermont Safety Research and Adjunct Assistant Professor at University of Vermont - College of Medicine:
| "8 Steps to Safer Skiing" | "Tips for Knee Friendly Skiing" |
| "How to Pick a Good Ski Shop" | "Used Equipment" |
Articles by Richard Lubin, D.C., "The Snowboarding Chiropractor"; Far West Ski Association (FWSA) Safety Chair; Two Time Winner of FWSA Safety Person of Year:
Vision: Provide the strategic thinking and the thought leadership combined with the tactical tools for our members by partnering with club leaders, resorts and snow sports industry to S.N.O.W.
* Seek fun, active, new snow sports enthusiasts.
* Network socially & professionally in a comfortable environment.
* Offer leadership & educational opportunities to increase member involvement & diversity.
* Wow existing members with irresistible year-round benefits/activities such as racing, travel, lift ticket & other discounts, safety education, community, & philanthropy to retain members.
Motto: Think SNOW & FUN!