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Before starting downhill or entering a trail, what should you do?

Look uphill and avoid others before you go.

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  1. Look downhill only
  2. Look uphill and avoid others ✔
  3. Shout loudly and go

Why: Skiers above you may be coming fast and cannot always stop. A quick look up before you start or merge prevents most surprises.

Huh, didn't know that: Colorado Ski Country USA adds that you should check uphill whenever you merge onto a trail.

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References

Answer: Look uphill and avoid others. Skiers above you may be coming fast and cannot always stop. A quick look up before you start or merge prevents most surprises.

  1. PNSAA: Your Responsibility Code (2022 Update) pnsaa.org/safety/responsibility-code
    Look uphill and avoid others before starting downhill or entering a trail.
    Checked 2026-10-10.
  2. Colorado Ski Country USA: Collision Prevention www.coloradoski.com/safety/collision-prevention
    check uphill when merging onto trails
    Checked 2026-10-10.

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