Winter Tips & Safety

Dress Properly

• Dress in layers to stay warm outside and comfortable inside
• Wear shoes with tread to not slip on snow and ice
• Wear a warm hat, gloves, and scarf

Avoid slipping while crossing icy streets

• Add stabilizers to your shoes, such as Yaktrax, to give you more traction. 
• Take your hands out of your pocket to catch yourself in case you fall. 
• Leave the stilettos with no tread at home.  
• Give cars extra time to stop on icy roads before you step into the crosswalk. 
• Avoid taking photos while standing in the middle of a street. We know it can seem like a perfect shot, but those cars driving down the road may not be able to stop quickly on the icy streets.   

Drive Safely

Clean the snow off your car before driving:

• Make sure all the windows are clear of snow and ice. Keep two scrapers in your car so your passenger can help out. 
• Don’t miss the roof! When your car warms up and you hit the brakes that heavy hunk of snow will slide onto your windshield blocking visibility. 

Drive with caution

• Roads can be snow covered, icy, or slushy. 
• Check conditions before hitting the roads. Even fall and spring can bring snowstorms. 
• Make sure your vehicle has winter tires or chains

Wear Sunscreen

• Aspen is sunny, even in the winter, and the sun is strong. Wear SPF on any skin that is exposed - especially your face and hands. 

Stay Hydrated

• Drink lots of water. The high altitude and cold temperatures can be dehydrating. 
• Lather on hand lotion - your hands get dryer in the cold air

Check Weather Conditions

• The weather can change rapidly. Be prepared for snowstorms and drops in temperature.