Adanac Ski Club Athlete Code of Conduct

The following must be read by each athlete and parent, printed from the links at the bottom of this page,
signed and accompanied with all registrations.


As a member of the ADANAC SKI CLUB (ASC):

1. My behavior will be courteous and cooperative to all coaches, gatekeepers, parents, officials,employees, and customers of all ski areas.
2. I will not use profane language or direct profane language toward anyone at any time.
3. I will respect, properly use, and not abuse the equipment and facilities of a ski area. I also will not stealequipment or property belonging to anyone else.
4. When free skiing I will always be under control and at a safe speed so as not to scare or endangerother skiers. I will obey all posted mountain signs and all verbal or written instructions received from theski patrol, coaches, or ski area employees.
5. I will show respect for others by always storing my skis and other gear in an appropriate place. Skis will not be left on the snow, or boots and bags in the lodge, where they could get in the way of others.
6. I will not be involved with any illegal activity such as shoplifting, obscene or crank phone calls,destruction of property, et cetera.
7. I will not use illegal drugs, abuse prescription drugs, nor use banned performance-enhancing drugs or supplements. Neither, as a minor, will I drink alcohol.
8. When not skiing I will remain aware of the safety of my friends and associates. I will not engage in dangerous horseplay.
9. I will endeavor to maintain a clean and neat appearance at all times so as to promote myself, the team,and the community.
10. My season pass will not be loaned to others or fraudulently used in any manner. Day passes at other areas will not be sold or exchanged.
11. My season pass/day pass will be courteously shown to the lift attendant each time I am asked to do so.
12. I understand that lift lines will be cut only when specifically authorized by the coaching staff.
13. I understand the ski lifts will be unloaded only at staffed and opened terminals.
14. I will respect and honor all other policies which may be developed by the board or coaching staff as the season progresses.
15. I will handle, with respect and appreciation, all equipment loaned to me.
16. I will handle my financial obligations to the ski community in a responsible manner.
17. I understand that any damage I cause, directly or indirectly, is my responsibility and I am prepared to reimburse property owners, hotel or motel operators, ski areas, or ski clubs for any loss incurred because of my action(s)

I understand that the ASC Board of Directors developed the 17 Code of Conduct rules because they promote and protect the teams, the ski areas, and the community. Because my action(s) reflect(s) on theteam, the ski areas, and the community, I fully understand that any infringement of the 18 Code of Conduct rules is grounds for disciplinary action in the form of a punishment period or dismissal for the remainder of the season as detailed below:

• The coach will advise the athlete when there is a problem and state specifically the nature of the problem and which Code of Conduct rule has been violated.
• The coach, at his/her discretion, will provide up to three warnings (dependent upon age, situation) regarding the behavior and continue with a dialogue with the athlete regarding both the inappropriateness of their actions as well as future consequences if the athlete does not display positive change.
• If the problem persists after the warnings, the coach will notify the parent(s) and request a meeting with the athlete, parent(s), head coach, and coach.
• A plan will be developed to assist and monitor the athlete with more positive behavior. Parents will be advised by the coach of what progress has been made.
• Should the behavior persist, then the coach has, at his/her discretion, several options: disallow furthertraining/racing for that athlete on that day, a longer suspension from the program, or expulsion from theprogram if the athlete's behavior does not change.

Some of the Code of Conduct rules will demand more or less drastic consequences, if violated. For example, a violation of rule 6, using illegal drugs, abusing prescription drugs, etc. may result in immediate dismissal from the club. The same would be the case with rule 3, stealing equipment or property. Alternately, not maintaining a clean and neat appearance (rule 9) will be addressed as outlined above, and is likely to be rectified with less drastic consequences. The response to the violation is at the discretion of the athlete's coach, who may consult with the head coach, and/or ASC Executive. Athletes or parents who wish to further discuss/appeal a coach's decision will meet with a committee appointed by the ASC Executive.