INKOM — In conjunction with the National Safety Initiative, Saturday is Max Safety Day at Pebble Creek Ski Area in Inkom.
The object of the initiative is to communicate a strong safety message. We recognize there are inherent risks to skiing and snowboarding. It’s important to keep these risks in perspective and realize that personal responsibility is key in further reducing the frequency of accidents. Activities throughout the day will focus on safety awareness and the role of ski patrol on the mountain.
Ride Another Day is a National Ski Area Association program focusing on speed and collision safety. The program reminds people to Be Ready, Stay Alert and Plan Ahead. The Ride Another Day video will be playing in the lodge.
“Heads Up, Know the Code” is the theme of a Kid’s Poster Contest. Children are invited to draw a poster of one of the seven safety codes. The poster drawing station will be set up in the lodge with crayons and paper available, or they can take a safely coloring book home. Winning posters are entered in the National Contest.
Patrollers will meet with kids during lunch with prizes for those who “Know the Code.” Throughout the day, Patrollers will reward those seen demonstrating extraordinarily safe behaviors and those who know the code.
The feature event is Peter Noorda’s Sweet Turns for Safety Race. Turning helps you control speed and avoid obstacles. The racecourse on the Aspen will have fun twists and turns to show how you can be in control by turning. The Sweet Prize of a candy for all entrants is sponsored by Gem State Distributing. Race time is 2 p.m.
