Tree Skiing

Here at Whistler Blackcomb, there's incredible diversity of terrain including a plethora of tree skiing options. But before you drop into that next magical tree run, it’s important to have a solid understanding of best practices and potential hazards. Thankfully, we’ve got Blackcomb Patroller, Kei Gray here to give you the run down on tree skiing in this latest instalment of the Helly Hansen #ShredSafety Series!

Some key takeaways:
• Always be on the lookout for tree wells — a hollow pocket that can surround trees after snowfall events.
• Always ski with a buddy (or buddies!) when entering a tree run and lookout for each other.
• Keep a whistle attached to the zipper of your jacket.
• Keep your eyes up and focused on where you’re going to avoid hitting tree trunks or branches.

🎥: Ryan Regehr