Basic safety tips for skiing, snowboarding, snow shoeing, etc., includes wearing the appropriate clothing for the sport. You’ll want clothes that will keep you warm and that will also protect you from injury should you fall. Wearing wrist guards, knee tape and a helmet is also beneficial and highly recommended.

To stay safe, also check your gear before participating in any snow activity. You certainly don’t want to get to the top of the mountain and find out you have a problem with a binding.

While it might take a little homework to find a resort that caters to all members of your family, it’s certainly worth the effort. These days a number of resorts offer activities for the entire family, from infants to the elderly. Some resorts even offer daycare and have the ability to cater to physically disabled visitors.

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