The chief causes of snowmobiling accidents are alcohol and excessive speed. New Brunswick has put together some powerful points about snowmobiling safety. Before hitting the trails, you should remember to always wear a helmet, never go by yourself, wear warm, secure clothing with no trailing or loose parts like scarves to catch in the treads, carry a first-aid kit and compass, stay on marked trails, and avoid water that may not be at least 6 inches thick. Also featured in the Olympics, snowboarding combines the excitement of skiing, skateboarding, and surfing. This sport, though, has its own safety considerations.
Much debate goes on between young and skeptical snowboarders and the authorities regarding leashes .
Snowboards are a deadly weapon when they escape their owners and take off down hill on their own, plus there's the embarrassment of being all alone on the slope while your skateboard surfs alone. Better to invest in the latest bindings . Like downhill skiing, helmets should be a necessity. Please don't ski alone. Although you don't have to worry about sharks when surfing powder, too many young people have died from ending up headfirst in a snow pocket.