Be Park SMART!
START SMALL: Work your way up. Build your skills.
MAKE A PLAN: Every feature. Every time.
ALWAYS LOOK: Before you drop.
RESPECT: The features and other users.
TAKE IT EASY: Know your limits. Land on your feet.
Your safety on the mountain is our top priority. We know that feeling comfortable and confident plays a huge role in having a great day on the slopes, and we’re committed to creating an environment where guests of all ages and ability levels can enjoy their time responsibly. This season, we’re reinforcing that commitment with a series of fun, interactive safety programs and promotions happening around the mountain—designed to raise awareness, encourage smart habits, and reward guests for doing their part!
Participate in one of our safety promotions throughout February to earn BIG prizes!
5 year old Elise Johson was just learning to ski when an out-of-control 23 years-old struck and killed her. Her family helped form the Snow Angel Foundation to prevent ski and snowboard collisions through education and awareness so that everyone can Ride Another Day! Help us spread awareness for collision awareness and for the foundation by participating in our “Snow Angel Photo Wall”. Find the photo wall, strike a snow angel pose, snap a picture, and tag Blue Mountain Resort on Facebook or Instagram for a chance to win a 2026/27 All Access Season Pass! Photo walls are located in the outside in the Valley Courtyard and inside the Summit Lodge Lobby. A winner will be chosen at random on Monday, February 23rd and announced on Blue Mountain Resort social media channels.
Learning safety can be fun- especially for our youngest guests. Pick up a free Safety Activity Book at Guest Services or at the safety promo table inside the Valley Lodge. Return the book completed by Friday, February 20th, to receive a FREE hot chocolate and a FREE Summit Adventure Park Ticket! Inside you will find interactive pages promoting ‘Know The Code’, Collision Safety, Helmet Safety, and more!
Do you ‘Know The Code’? Knowing the Skier and Rider Responsibility is essential for your safety and others on the slopes. Stop by the safety promo table inside the Valley Lodge to complete ‘Know The Code Trivia’ and be entered for a FREE helmet! A winner will be selected at random on Friday, February 20th, and contacted via the information you provide on your trivia card.
Blue cares about YOU- lower the restraint bar every time! Ski Patrol will be rewarding guests at random riding the chairlift with their restraint bar lowered with a sweet treat!
Be Park SMART!
START SMALL: Work your way up. Build your skills.
MAKE A PLAN: Every feature. Every time.
ALWAYS LOOK: Before you drop.
RESPECT: The features and other users.
TAKE IT EASY: Know your limits. Land on your feet.
Be familiar with the type of lift you are riding and what type of terrain it will bring you to. Ask for help if you need it.
Avoid distractions while waiting in the lift line: Do not use your smartphone.
Before loading, remove backpacks and secure loose items. Remove pole straps from wrists.
Before moving out to load the chair, make sure everyone in your group is ready.
Look over your shoulder to watch the chair approach.
Sit all the way in the chair, flush with the seat back.
If the lift has a restraint bar, wait until everyone is seated, and slowly reach up and lower the bar. Small children should not attempt to lower the bar. Adults and older kids should always help little kids lower the restraint bar.
Be aware of your surroundings while riding the lift. If you drop something, let it fall. You can always ask ski patrol or the lift attendant at the top for help retrieving the lost item.
As you approach the top terminal, prepare to raise the bar – but do not raise it too soon. Signs will help you know when to raise the bar.
There are three actions every skier and rider can take to help keep themselves and those around them safer on the slopes:
Be Ready
+Be ready to slow down and avoid objects or other people at any time. Ski and ride in such a way that you are always able to control yourself regardless of conditions and avoid others and objects you may encounter on the run, groomed or otherwise.
Stay Alert
+Stay alert to what’s going on around you, especially other skiers and riders. Being aware of those around you and changing conditions will help you have a fun and safe day on the hill.
Plan Ahead
+Ease up at blind spots, check uphill when merging onto trails, and give other skiers plenty of room when passing. Look out for spots on the run where traffic merges or you can’t see what’s coming next.
