Always Follow the Snow Code

Always stay in control
Know your ability, start easy, be able to stop and avoid other people.

People below you have the right of way
The skier or boarder downhill of you has the right of way, also look above before entering a hill.

Obey all ski area signage
Signs are there for your safety, keep out of closed areas.

Look before you leap
Scope jumps first, ensure the area is clear of others, use a spotter on blind jumps.

Stop where you can be seen
When stopping, try to move to the side of the trail and where you can be seen from above.

Don’t lose what you use
Equipment must be secured while walking.

Stay on scene
If you are involved in, or witness an accident, remain at the scene and identify yourself to Ski Patrol.

Respect gets respect
From the lift line to the slopes and through the park.

Always stay in control
Know your ability, start easy, be able to stop and avoid other people.

People below you have the right of way
The skier or boarder downhill of you has the right of way, also look above before entering a hill.

Obey all ski area signage
Signs are there for your safety, keep out of closed areas.

Look before you leap
Scope jumps first, ensure the area is clear of others, use a spotter on blind jumps.

Stop where you can be seen
When stopping, try to move to the side of the trail and where you can be seen from above.

Don’t lose what you use
Equipment must be secured while walking.

Stay on scene
If you are involved in, or witness an accident, remain at the scene and identify yourself to Ski Patrol.

Respect gets respect
From the lift line to the slopes and through the park.
Technology Code
Media Visits, Filming
& Photography
Mt Dobson Ski Area operates under a license issued by the Department of Conservation. As such, any commercial filming or photography needs to meet the guidelines of the operating license. Please contact us before you visit.
Drone Safety
at Mt Dobson
Flying and filming from drones is becoming popular. Mt Dobson is also popular with helicopters and aeroplanes on sightseeing flights. So before you fly, please read the New Zealand AirShare drone guidelines.