How to Practice Cross-Country Skiing Etiquette and Safety

Make your skiing experience even better with a refresher course on skiing do's and don'ts.

Things You'll Need

  • Ski Sharpening Tools
  • Ski Hats
  • Ski Socks
  • Ski Tuning Manuals
  • Boot Bags
  • Cross-country Ski Boots
  • Cross-country Ski Poles
  • Cross-country Skis
  • Men's Ski Gloves
  • Ski Bags
  • Ski Clothing
  • Ski Goggles
  • Ski Pants
  • Ski Storage Wax
  • Ski Tuning Tools
  • Ski Waxing Tools
  • Women's Ski Gloves
  • Women's Ski Jackets
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Instructions

    • 1

      Dress in layers that can be easily shed. Because cross-country skiing is an aerobic activity, you will warm up quickly.

    • 2

      Stay in line with your group. Make sure the group stays together, and keep an eye on stragglers in the rear.

    • 3

      Call "track" when you want to pass a skier. The other skier should move aside, allowing you to pass.

    • 4

      Move aside to let faster skiers pass you as they utter the aforementioned phrase.

    • 5

      Keep distances in mind. Every mile you ski out adds a mile to your return trip, so pace yourself accordingly.