AZ As the evening weather report calls for snowstorms across Vermont, New Hampshire and Maine, an estimated 15 million Americans start to think about skiing. Skiing is an exciting and strenuous winter sport.
Few experiences provide the sense of freedom and accomplishment that downhill skiing does.
Part of the thrill of skiing is the inherent risk. Certain simple measures, though, can make skiing safer. Moderation and allowing sufficient time can ease acclimatization of these changes. While on the mountain, skiers are often exposed to wind, sun and temperature extremes. Sun block combined with UV protective sunglasses or goggles are important skin and eye protection.