To prepare for snowboarding season, dress in loose fitting moisture wicking layers with an insulating middle and waterproof outer shell, and bring goggles, helmet and wrist guards. Get your body in condition with stretching and lateral exercises, eat complex carbs and drink water to avoid dehydration. When snowboarding, be aware of traffic where trails merge, stick to slopes matching your ability, and watch for changing conditions.

1. Prepare for
Snowboarding
Season
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2. Dress for the Ride
• Loose fitting layers
▫ Moisture wicking inner
▫ Insulating middle
▫ Waterproof outer shell
• Goggles
• Helmet, wrist, guards

3. Get into Condition
• Stretch for 10 minutes
▫ Do lateral squats, hops
• Eat complex carbohydrates
• Drink plenty of water
▫ Dehydration is common

4. Snowboard under Control
• Be aware of traffic
▫ Where trails merge
• Stick to slopes designed
for your ability
• Be aware of changing
conditions