Gliding sports

• Control your speed: adapt your speed to the conditions and traffic on the trail. Avoid steep descents, especially if your technique is at a beginner level.  
• Respect priorities: let the fastest cross-country skiers pass and give priority to those going down the trail. On shared trails, pay attention to the signs around you. 
• Keep to the right: always keep to the right on the path to allow safe overtaking. Don’t forget, zigzagging is only used when moving from one double-track to another. 
• Announce when your overtaking: before passing another skier, announce your intention by saying, “On your left”. Also signal any sudden stop or change of direction. 
• Follow local rules: Familiarize yourself with site-specific regulations and follow them carefully. Find out about the trails reserved for different activities. 

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• Be prepared:  make sure you have all the necessary information and equipment before you start. Plan your day, check avalanche risks, and prepare for potential bad weather. 
• Control your speed: control your speed and direction. Make sure you can stop and avoid obstacles at all times. 
• Move wisely: when going uphill, follow the markers and let faster skiers pass. When descending, adapt your trajectory to your skills and maintain a safe distance from others. Respect everyone’s limits and control your speed and direction. 
• Pay attention: descending skiers have priority, so if you’re moving uphill or crossing a slope, look carefully in all directions and let those going downhill pass. 
• Minimize your impact: avoid disturbing local flora and fauna. Respect wildlife by keeping your distance and controlling your dog if you have one. 

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• Before you take off: make sure the area you are launching into is open to snow-kiting. If it’s private land, politely ask permission to be there and find out about its provisions for enjoying the sport in this space.  
• Practice with caution: establish a safe distance from other people on site. If an incident occurs, keep calm, and approach the situation courteously. 
• Think about others: When you’re not using your equipment, keep it organized and stored away to give others space. Be careful when launching or landing your kite. 
• Avoid risky areas: the entrance of rivers or streams, currents and salt water are places where water might not be completely frozen over. Be careful of thin ice, barbed wire or fences which may be difficult to see. 
• Ride the courtesy wave: if you think you can ride wherever and whenever you want, remember that with snow-kiting, it’s your courtesy and your respect that make you a legend. 

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• Be informed: make sure you respect the international, national, and local navigation laws that are enforced on the body of water you’re sailing on. 
• Don’t be a disturbance: avoid playing music at full volume through the boat’s speakers or a portable one.  
• Keep your distance: when navigating, make sure to maintain a reasonable distance from others.  
• Respect the ecosystem: do not throw waste or relieve yourself overboard.  It seems obvious, but it’s always worth remembering. 
• Be courteous: respond to greetings from other sailors and listen to their needs and concerns. Mutual respect is essential on the water.