Skier hits snowboarder, goes airborne
Skier hits snowboarder, goes airborne

Hope this skier learned a lesson and will pay less attention to the selfie stick and focus on obstacles downslope next time.

This is a textbook violation of the Skier Responsibility Code rule #2: People ahead or downhill of you have the right-of-way. You must avoid them.

Thankfully this collision didn’t result in any serious injuries as the snowboarder was perfectly fine and the skier walked away with a minor concussion but it could have been far worse.

Remember folks, skiing fast and distracted is a recipe for disaster.

Skier Responsibility Code

  1. Always stay in control. You must be able to stop or avoid people or objects.
  2. People ahead or downhill of you have the right-of-way. You must avoid them.
  3. Stop only where you are visible from above and do not restrict traffic.
  4. Look uphill and avoid others before starting downhill or entering a trail.
  5. You must prevent runaway equipment.
  6. Read and obey all signs, warnings, and hazard markings.
  7. Keep off closed trails and out of closed areas.
  8. You must know how and be able to load, ride and unload lifts safely. If you need assistance, ask the lift attendant.
  9. Do not use lifts or terrain when impaired by alcohol or drugs.
  10. If you are involved in a collision or incident, share your contact information with each other and a ski area employee.

Winter sports involve risk of serious injury or death. Your knowledge, decisions and actions contribute to your safety and that of others. If you need help understanding the Code, please ask any ski area employee

Francis Xavier is a seasoned writer for Unofficial Networks, bringing a lifetime of outdoor experience to his work. Having lived in a ski resort town for years he has a deep connection to mountain culture....