A skier must always stay in control and be able to stop or avoid other people or objects in time. This file photo shows the resort of St Moritz, Switzerland, where German Chancellor Angela Merkel hurt her pelvis while cross-country skiing. — EPA
With all the skiing accidents in the news lately, it’s time snow-worshippers got reacquainted with the safety rules.
As skiers and snowboarders break out the new gear that Santa Claus brought them, several advocates are asking them to keep in mind basic safety rules so everyone has a good time on the mountain.
