Warning: Risk of Avalanche

While snow safety and avalanche mitigation efforts help reduce the risk of avalanches, avalanches and snow slides may occur at ski areas, both inside and outside of the posted boundaries. Avalanches are an inherent risk of the sport due to the nature of snow and its application on steep, mountainous terrain.

Avalanche Safety Tips

Become educated on how to reduce the risk of injury or death from avalanches through your own actions and awareness.

• Always ski with a partner and keep them within your sight lines at all times
• Obey all signs and closures
• Carry avalanche equipment such as beacons or transceivers, reflectors, probes and shovels when skiing or riding in areas where avalanches may occur
• Wear a helmet, or seriously consider it

Visit www.avalanche.org or contact Sierra-at-Tahoe Resort Ski Patrol for further information on the risks and prevention of avalanche-related injuries or death.