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I PUBLIC AFFAIRS
HOW SKI RESORTS
AFFECT THE ENVIRONMENT

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by Fran Long
Skiers/riders, while loving their sport and recognizing some of the
Vice President - Public Affairs, FWSA
inherent affects it has on the environment, do want resorts to conduct
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business in an environmentally supportive and positive way. There is
appreciation and support for the many ski resort owners that are
cover 12 states, with 10 regional councils
switching to environmentally friendly practices such as renewable
energy, recycling, and composting. Some people feel that these changes
and more than 150 Clubs, with a
are not enough to overcome the overall negative effect of ski areas on
combined membership of over 55,000
the environment, however.
Climate change has reduced the annual snowfall at many ski reskiers and snowboarders.
sorts. This causes resorts to turn to artificial snowmaking in order to
keep their resorts open and competitive. Snow making takes lots of
water and energy, lowering the water lever in nearby streams and
rivers. This, in turn, has a negative impact on the surrounding ecosystem. If salt and other products are added to the snowmaking,
further damage to the area occurs. As the artificial snow melts, the
Slip on your helmet/hat
salt and other additives can have a negative effect on the soil and vegeSlop on some sunscreen
tation in the area. Water usage is also increased due to the develSlide on your goggles/sunglasses
opment of resort properties to house the visitors and employees of the
Slither into the shade when possible
resort.
Protect your skin...
With the help of the National Ski Areas Association's Sustainable
Be sun-safe on and off the snow
Slopes program in 2000, outlining environmentally sustainable practices for ski areas, many resorts are focusing on the environmental is- Did you know:
n High altitudes + prolonged time in the sun = excessive
sues inherent in their businesses. Here are some of the proactive,
exposure to ultraviolet (UV) light. (Ultraviolet light is what
environmentally supportive practices you might see, or hear about, at
causes sunburns and skin cancer.)
your favorite resorts:
n Reflections off the snow and ice increase that exposure
n Promoting ride sharing by providing parking incentives
even further.
n Electric vehicle charging stations for guests
n Altitudes around 10,000 feet increase UV intensity by 100%,
n Becoming idle free to reduce carbon emissions
which is more intense than going to the beach.
n Installing solar arrays or wind turbines or purchasing
n UV intensity increases up to 85% from the reflections off
renewable energy credits
the snow, often causing you to be hit by the same rays twice.
n Installing LED lighting, sensor lights, low flow toilets
n 80-90% of UV rays penetrate haze and clouds, further
n Using stone paper trail maps that will last longer than paper
increasing potential exposure.
n Installing water bottle filling stations
n One blistering sunburn in childhood or adolescence more than
n Using all-natural cleaning products
doubles a person's chance of developing melanoma later in life.
n Composting food waste to keep it out of the landfill
n Combining these facts with prolonged time outside, means
n Lobbying for climate legislation
snow sports participants are at great risk for sun burn and skin
n Replanting to cover over installation of new lifts
cancer.
n Tracking wildlife to make sure they have ample habitat space
n Replacing paper and plastic products with reusables instead
And, here are some sun safety tips to keep in mind every time
n Using reusable or compostable take out containers
As individual snowsports participants, we can do our part, too. you are on the snow:
n Reduce your exposure to the sun by wearing sun protective
Take your water bottle, carpool or take the bus whenever you can, take
clothing, UV protective glasses/goggles, and a helmet or wide
only the paper products you will absolutely need, and consider getting
brimmed hat.
involved as an advocate for sustainability and climate change. ss
n Seek shade when possible between 10:00AM and 4:00PM.
NOVICE
n Wear sunscreen/sun block every day, every season...
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winter, spring, summer, and fall.
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n
Look for sunscreen/block that is broad spectrum UVA/UVB,
U.S. Adaptive
has an SPF of 30 or higher, and is geared for sports so it is less
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likely to irritate the eyes.
Bogus Basin Ski Club
Sara Rosell
ISC
n Apply one ounce (a shot glass) of sunscreen, 30 minutes before
2nd Place
Craig Olsen
going outside, anywhere the sun can see...ears, face, neck, etc.
Don Diego Ski Club
n Don't forget the lip balm.
SDC
Karl Cikste
n Reapply one ounce of sunscreen every two hours while outside.
" An ounce of protection is worth a pound of cure. " Benjamin Franklin ss

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