Kids and Safety
Introducing Jim²
Mission Ridge is proud to introduce Jim², our new mountain safety super hero. Jim's goal is to spread safety knowledge throughout the mountain and inspire kids to ride safe and have fun doing it. Be on the lookout for various Jim² safety materials and programs around the mountain and website.
Kids and Safety on the Mountain
The best way to keep skiing and riding safe for your children is to make sure they understand the reccomended safety tips. Make learning fun and explain the inportance of a safe riding. Below you will find some useful safety tips to get you started.
Some Useful Safety Tips:
- Have your child memorize the "Your Responsibility Code"
- Dress your child in layers so they can be comfortable in a wide variety of conditions and be prepared for the rapidly changing weather. Put on sun protection and make sure your child is always wearing either goggles or sunglasses.
- Keep the name and phone number of your accommodations, along with your cell phone number, in a secure pocket of your child’s coat or ski pants.
- Enroll your child in lessons to make sure they get started properly. Our instructors know how to teach kids so they learn the proper techniques, progress faster and enjoy their time more with you.
Lids on Kids
Lids on Kids is a great program encouraging the use of helmets on the mountain. We encourage the use of helmets on kids as a way of having more fun and being more safe!
Visit www.lidsonkids.org to find out how to find the best helmet for your child.
