By: Fabiola Grosshan
Submitted: 2010-11-16 04:03:26 | Word Count: 623
Before you can embark on an exciting Canadian cat skiing trip and hit the slopes in the province of British Columbia, you need to make sure you are up for the challenge and take care of several important details. For a guaranteed fun skiing and an added touch of safety during your stay, consider following the tips provided below:
- Come to BC, Canada in good physical condition and mentally prepared for the adventure ahead. Prior to making your reservations with a cat skiing BC operator, take steps to get in ski slope shape. Ideally, you should start hitting the gym at least a month or two before you leave, even more so if you are feeling a little rusty and have to do some catching up work. When in top form, you will definitely have an easier time skiing, you’ll be safer on the ski slopes, not to mention that you will be able to make the most of your experience.
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- Purchase a suitable ski insurance contract and check that it covers your equipment against theft, loss, or damage, as well as the costs of being evacuated to a remote hospital in the unfortunate event of serious injury. Make sure the policy is specific to cat skiing and covers any eventual accidents that might occur during a trip of the kind.
- Don’t forget to bring a pair of ski goggles, a high factor sunscreen and plenty of lip balm. Since the surface of the snow is highly reflective and amplifies the glare effect caused by direct sunlight, and since the biting mountain wind can be very damaging to the skin, the best way to avoid a bad sunburn, dry skin and chapped lips is to pack on a good sunscreen and moisturizer. Moreover, ski goggles are mandatory, irrespective of weather.
- Double-check the condition of your skis, bindings, poles and other skiing equipment and gear before leaving home. Remember to do the same if you are planning to rent equipment at a local rental shop.
- Bring water-resistant and windproof layered clothing. Since you can never know what the weather will have in store for you during a catskiing BC trip, you’d better dress up well and pack a warm hat and thick gloves.
- Always stay on the safe side when skiing. While tempting sometimes, skiing beyond your expertise and pushing your limits on the Canadian ski slopes really isn’t a good idea. Especially if you are relatively new to the typical cat skiing BC experience, it may be best to take things slowly at first.
- Take skiing lessons either before going on your catskiing Canada trip or during the first few days of your stay. This will help you shake off some of the rust in case you haven’t skied for a while, and will also help you become familiarized with the fundamental moves and techniques specific to Canadian cat skiing.
- Follow the lead and suggestions of the guides, try not to fall behind the group, and don’t venture too far off the indicated ski trails.
- Avoid drinking too much alcohol over the course of your cat skiing BC holiday. Skiing under the influence can be very dangerous, while skiing with a hangover is, well, anything but pleasant.
Long story short, the main reasons for embarking on a cat skiing BC trip are to have a good time and enjoy some quality skiing. To ensure all that and to stay out of trouble on the ski slopes, consider following the advice presented above.
