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Ski Trip Packing & Preparation

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This checklist helps you prepare for a safe, comfortable ski holiday — from choosing rental gear to avalanche awareness and après-ski packing. It’s for recreational skiers and snowboarders planning a resort trip who want a practical, step-by-step packing and prep list.

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  1. Confirm trip dates and resort details — Verify arrival/departure times, resort name, and nearest town or lift base.
  2. Book lift passes and reserve lessons — Buy early to save and secure lesson slots at busy resorts.
  3. Arrange ski insurance covering winter sports — Confirm cover for medical, evacuation, and equipment loss or damage.
  4. Decide whether to rent gear or bring your own — Compare rental cost, convenience, and airline baggage fees.
  5. Reserve rental skis/boots/board and helmet if renting — Pre-book sizes and preferred models to avoid limited availability.
  6. Inspect, tune, and pack your own skis/board and boots — Wax, edge, and check bindings; pack boot bags and spare straps.
  7. Pack a layering clothing system (base, mid, outer) — Moisture-wicking base, insulating mid, waterproof/breathable shell.
  8. Pack helmet and goggles with spare lens — Helmet for safety; goggles with low-light and sunny lenses if possible.
  9. Pack sunscreen and SPF lip balm — Use SPF 30+ and reapply; high altitude increases UV exposure.
  10. Pack gloves, glove liners, and spare socks — Layer gloves for warmth; bring at least one dry spare sock per day.
  11. Prepare après-ski clothing and footwear — Bring warm, comfortable clothes and non-ski boots for evenings.
  12. Charge and pack electronics, chargers, and power bank — Include phone, camera, GPS app, and waterproof case.
  13. Check avalanche forecast and local safety advisories — Monitor forecasts before heading into backcountry or unguided terrain.
  14. Pack avalanche safety gear and practice using it — Bring beacon, probe, and shovel; rehearse beacon searches beforehand.
  15. Bring printed and digital copies of reservations and emergency contacts — Include resort address, accommodation details, and local emergency numbers.
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