- Plan your trip and report where you're going
- Customize your trip to your ability and conditions
- Observe weather and avalanche warnings
- Be prepared for storms and cold, even on short trips
- Bring the necessary equipment to help yourself and others
- Make safe road choices. Recognize avalanche-hazardous terrain and unsafe ice
- Use a map and compass. Always know where you are
- Turn in time, there is no shame in turning
- Save on the powers and seek shelter if necessary