Blue Mountain Informed Consent / Permission Form (2026-2027)

Ability Reference

 RENTAL EQUIPMENT (see below for more info)

Bindings on equipment reduce the risk of injury when falling.  They will not release under all circumstances and they do not guarantee safety in all cases.  Parents must accept responsibility for equipment that is lost or damaged (other than reasonable wear and tear).

ALPINE / CROSS COUNTRY RESPONSIBILITY CODE

The Ontario Snow Resorts Association ("OSRA") has produced an Alpine/Cross Country Responsibility Code which the named ski area  Blue Mountain Resort and the named school board  Test School requires that you know and obey.  Skiers/snowboarders must always ski/snowboard in control and be able to stop and change direction to avoid collisions with people or objects.  The named ski area  Blue Mountain Resort  may revoke a lift ticket for violation of the code or other unacceptable conduct.  With the exception of Cross Country/Snowshoeing, all Alpine participants must wear an appropriate snow sport helmet for school out-of-school trips to OSRA member facilities.  OSBIE recommends that schools adopt a mandatory snow sport helmet policy regardless of ski facility locations. (Helmets are mandatory at Blue Mountain Resort.)

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT / INFORMED CONSENT

This signed form is required for all students who wish to participate in this outdoor recreation and snow sport education program.  It should be understood that the purpose of this out-of-school trip is educational.  Lessons are mandatory.

INHERENT RISK (see below for more information)

Alpine skiing/Snowboarding/other is a sport with physical demands and inherent risks which are beyond the control of  Test School and Blue Mountain Resort.

The inherent risks include, but are not limited to: slip, trips and falls; use of lifts; collision with natural or man-made objects or other persons; changing weather conditions; changes or variations in the terrain or surface; exposed rocks, earth or ice; travel beyond the trail boundaries.  Incidents may occur which result in serious injury or death.  Participants must assume the inherent risks of the sport.

It is strongly recommended by the OSRA that you visit their website: www.skiontario.ca to review the complete OSBIE document and safety information on this site prior to your school visit.  Following all rules and procedures can reduce the risk of injury.  Failure to follow the rules will result in the student losing their lift ticket and future resort privileges.

We have read and understood the above information, and agree to the regulations as outlined by the Ontario Snow Resort member Ski Area.  I give my son/daughter permission to participate in the above noted activity at the ski area indicated.

IMPORTANT SKI/SNOWBOARD INFORMATION

Assumption of inherent risks or injury and your responsibility

Skiing/snowboarding is a physical sport in a winter environment. Risks of serious injury are inherent in the sport. This requires your constant exercise of caution and prudent judgment.

Skiing and snowboarding involve numerous dangers and risks including, but not limited to, unpredictable or variable snow or weather conditions; extreme cold; frostbite; hypothermia; high elevation; wildlife and domestic animal encounters; exposure to the elements; lack of shelter; trees, stumps, branches, and limbs; tree wells; marked and unmarked obstacles; natural or artificial features, objects, or debris; snow immersion; deep snow conditions; slush; ice; bare spots; unstable ice and snow (including snow slides and avalanches); changes or variations in terrain or snow conditions; surface and subsurface conditions; open water hazards; rugged mountainous terrain; cliffs; ravines; collisions with other skiers, snowboarders and participants, snowmobiles, snowmaking and snow-grooming equipment or other vehicles, property or structures; operation of snowmaking equipment which may create blind spots or areas of reduced visibility; acts of other skiers, snowboarders and participants; carelessness and misjudgments on the part of other participants, participants signing this Appendix 1b and all minors and other participants on behalf of whom a signatory signs this Appendix 1b ("Releasors"), or Blue Mountain Resort staff, including failure to follow applicable rules, policies and procedures; use of gondolas, chairlifts, rope or other tows, moving carpets, or any other conveyance which may involve entanglement with equipment, objects, or other skiers, snowboarders participants, or other individuals, errors in loading/unloading, and equipment malfunction or breakdown; slick or uneven walking surfaces.

Changing conditions

Weather conditions and patterns of skier/snowboarding traffic all affect the snow surface, sometimes making skiing/snowboarding more difficult.  Always be alert to snow conditions and vary your skiing/snowboarding accordingly. Only you can judge your ability to ski/snowboard a particular run at any given time in control.

Snow depth and subsurface

Snow depth changes constantly and is not consistent at all points on the mountain.  The underlying mountain surface is rough and uneven, therefore you must be alert for rocks, brush, bare spots and similar obstacles that may emerge through the snow at any time.

Natural and manmade obstacles

There are many necessary natural and manmade obstacles, such as lift towers, signs, fencing, snowmaking equipment, over-snow vehicles, gullies, streams and trees, both on and off ski/snowboard runs, which may cause serious injuries if you were to strike them. The only way to reduce the risk of collisions is to ski/snowboard in control and to stay clear of all fixed or moving obstacles. Avoid skiing/snowboarding at high speed. Skiing/snowboarding at a fast rate of speed reduces your reaction time.

Other skiers/snowboarders

Be alert that other skiers/snowboarders may lose control at any time. Exercise greater caution when a run is crowded. Give others room to maneuver. Follow the Alpine Responsibility Code.

Equipment

All equipment should fit properly and be in good repair. 

Ski - The ski boot/binding system will not release at all times or under all circumstances and it is not possible to predict every situation in which the system will release. The system does not guarantee prevention of injuries

Snowboard – The snowboard boot/binding system is not designed or intended to release and will not release under normal circumstances. The system will not reduce the risk of injury during a fall.

Helmet – helmets are intended to help reduce the risk of some head injuries, however cannot completely eliminate or prevent this risk. Helmets do not prevent traumatic head injury or injury to the wearer’s face, neck or spinal cord.

Skiing/snowboarding in control

Any skiing/snowboarding may result in injury. Ski/snowboard with moderate speed, caution and respect for others. Respect all signs, markings, flagging and closures. They are there for your safety.

IRRESPONSIBLE SKIING/SNOWBOARDING IS ENDANGERING THE FUTURE OF THIS SPORT. PLEASE HELP US REDUCE THE RISK AND MAKE SKIING/SNOWBOARDING MORE ENJOYABLE FOR EVERYONE.

BY PURCHASING A TICKET AT BLUE MOUNTAIN RESORT YOU AGREE TO ASSUME THE INHERENT RISKS OF INJURY AND TO SKI/SNOWBOARD RESPONSIBILY.

RECKLESS SKIERS/SNOWBOARDERS WILL LOSE THEIR SKIING/SNOWBOARDING PRIVILEGES.

Drone Policy

The use of commercial drones is only permitted with the express written consent of Blue Mountain Resort. The use of any personal drones is strictly prohibited. Violation of this policy may result in a warning, eviction from the property or being charged with trespassing.

ALPINE RESPONSIBILITY CODE

There are elements of risk that common sense and personal awareness can help reduce.  Always show courtesy to others. Please adhere to the code listed below and share with others the responsibility for a safe outdoor experience.

1. Always stay in control.  You must be able to stop or avoid people or objects.
2. People ahead or downhill of you have the right-of-way.  You must avoid them.
3. Stop only where you are visible from above and do not restrict traffic.
4. Look uphill and avoid others before starting downhill or entering a trail.
5. You must prevent runaway equipment.
6. Read and obey all signs, warnings and hazard markings.
7. Keep off closed trails and out of closed areas.
8. You must know how and be able to load, ride and unload lifts safely. If you need assistance, ask the lift attendant
9. Do not use lifts or terrain when impaired by alcohol or drugs.
10. If you are involved in a collision or incident, share your contact information with each other and a ski area employee

KNOW THE CODE.  IT’S YOUR RESPONSIBILITY.

SKI/RIDE WITH CAUTION

Be aware of changing conditions.  Natural and man made obstacles exist.  Snowmaking and grooming activities are continually in progress.  Use caution and ski /snowboard only on designated slopes or trails.  Everyone should realize that falls and collisions do occur and injuries may result and therefore, assume the burden of being in control at all times.

BLUE MOUNTAIN TICKET REMOVAL POLICY

To help maintain courteous skiing and snowboarding at the resort, certain Blue Mountain Resort personnel have been given the authority to warn skiers and snowboarders, and if necessary, remove their lift tickets or Season passes for the following reasons:

1. Reckless skiing/snowboarding, high speed skiing/snowboarding, jumping or tucking (skiing/snowboarding out of control or straight down the hill in a crouch).  When skiing/snowboarding downhill you must avoid the skiers, trail groomers, maintenance vehicles or objects below you.
2. Skiing/snowboarding out of bounds (skiing/snowboarding on closed trails or on trails that are not lit during night skiing/snowboarding).
3. Bouncing the chair or skiing/snowboarding out of the tracks on a surface lift (this could derail the cable).
4. Impaired (use of alcohol or drugs) or carrying a wine skin.
5. Abusive language (swearing and cursing).
6. Fraudulent use of tickets or of a Season Pass.  This is a criminal offence that may include a police investigation.
7. Jumping out of a chair before the unloading area (this could derail the cable).

PENALTIES

1^st Violation:

Day skiers will have their tickets marked or removed.  Season Pass holder will have their passes marked or removed for a minimum of 24 hours and must pick up their pass at Village Guest Services.

2^nd Violation:

Season Pass holders will lose their pass for a minimum of 7 days and will have to pick up their pass at Village Guest Services.

Further Violations or Violations of #6 or #7 – Ticket Removal Policy

Season Pass will be revoked without a refund

Note:  Depending on the seriousness of the violation Blue Mountain Resort reserves the right to request that guest leave the property.

Freestyle Terrain 

Blue Mountain Resort has the following Freestyle Terrain areas: Grove Terrain Park, L-Park Terrain Park, Yahoo Terrain Park and the advanced Badlands Terrain Park.

Freestyle Terrain Rules

1. This area has been designated and constructed as Freestyle Terrain for advanced riders and skiers only.
2. There are many elements to maneuver over and around.
3. Inspect the elements and terrain, their risks and degree of difficulty before participating.
4. Use freestyle terrain within your ability.
5. Do not jump blindly; use spotters- Look before you leap!
6. Obey the Alpine Responsibility Code at all times
7. Helmets are required

SERIOUS INJURY AND EQUIPMENT DAMAGE CAN OCCUR

By using Freestyle Terrain you are assuming the risk of all such injuries.

Release Preference
Determining your release preference is your responsibility
Your Skier Type, height, weight, age and boot sole length are used by the shop
technician to determine the release/retention settings for your bindings. Consult
these descriptions to select your classification. Be sure to provide accurate
information. Errors may increase your risk of injury. Skier Type is NOT the same

as Skier Ability.

SKIER TYPE

TYPE I

 Entry-level skiers who are uncertain of their preference

Entry-level skiers and skiers who
designate themselves as Type I receive
lower than average ski binding release
settings. This corresponds to easier ski
binding release in a fall.

TYPE II

Most skiers are satisfied with a Type II setting

Skiers who designate themselves as
Type II receive average ski binding
release settings appropriate for most
recreational skiing

TYPE III

Skiers who designate themselves as a Type III receive higher than average release settings

This corresponds to decreased risk
of inadvertent binding release and
increased risk of non-release.
This classification is not recommended
for skiers 47 lbs. (21kg) and under.