| When you think about skiing, most think of the | | | | Remember to stay hydrated. This can be even more |
| winter months to do so in. In fact, some of the best | | | | important in spring as temperatures, especially if you |
| skiing around can be found during the spring months, | | | | are skiing at a high altitude. Drinking plenty of water is |
| just as the weather starts to warm a bit in the | | | | a must for any ski trip. |
| valleys. Skiing in the spring can be one of the best | | | | It is important to remember that spring snow is |
| experiences that skiers can have. | | | | different from winter snow. You may need to adjust |
| A lot of skiers make the mistake of not being as | | | | your stance a bit to stay balanced. Spring snow is |
| prepared for spring skiing as they are for winter | | | | often times softer and just different to ski on than |
| skiing. Here are some tips that will make your spring | | | | the freezing winter snow. This isn't a bad thing at all, |
| ski vacation even more enjoyable! | | | | just something you should be aware of and adjust |
| Most of these tips apply to winter skiing as well. It is | | | | accordingly. |
| important to remember them though, and not forget | | | | The right gear is important. It is easy to overheat in |
| them even though the weather feels warmer | | | | the spring temperatures and it is important to |
| outside. | | | | remember you might not need that heavy winter |
| The first thing to remember is to wear sunscreen. | | | | parka. A lighter jacket for sunny days and a light |
| This is a must especially during spring since the winter | | | | waterproof jacket for rain may be all you need |
| months generally make us become a bit whiter in the | | | | during spring ski trips. |
| skin tone department. This makes your skin prone to | | | | Spring skiing offers something just a little different |
| burns, so any part of your body that is uncovered | | | | than the normal winter ski season. With the slightly |
| while skiing, such as your face, need protection by | | | | warmer temperatures, a ski trip in spring can often |
| sunscreen. | | | | be the best time to travel. |