Tussey Mountain Responsibility Code

There are elements of risk in skiing and snowboarding that common sense and personal awareness can help reduce. Read, understand, and accept the following code:

1. Ski under control and in such a manner you can stop or avoid other skiers or objects at all times.
2. On the slopes, people in front of you have the right of way. It is your responsibility to avoid them.
3. Do not stop where you obstruct a trail or are not visible from above.
4. When entering or merging a trail, or proceeding downhill, always look uphill and yield to other skiers.
5. Before using any lift, you must have the knowledge and ability to load, ride, and unload safely.
6. All skiers and snowboarders must use equipment that prevents runaway accidents.

UPHILL POLICY:

Uphill travel (including skinning, hiking, or snowshoeing) at Tussey Mountain is restricted and regulated to ensure the safety of guests and staff and to support normal resort operations.

Permission Required

-All uphill travel is prohibited unless explicitly permitted for that day.
-Guests must check with the Ticket Office before beginning uphill travel to confirm whether skinning is allowed.
-Permission is granted on a day-by-day basis and may be denied due to weather, snowmaking, grooming, events, or operational needs.
-Uphill is available only during the first 2 hours of the day - weekdays only (not available on weekends).

Ticket & Pass Requirement

Once permission is granted, individuals must have either:
-A valid season pass, or
-A valid lift ticket for that day

Proof of ticket or pass must be carried at all times.

Approved Route & Timing

Approved uphill travel is

-Left side of Deer Run
-Uphill travel is permitted only during posted hours of lift operation.
-No uphill travel is allowed outside operating hours — no exceptions.

Safety & Conduct

Uphill travelers must:
-Yield at all times to downhill traffic, grooming equipment, snowmaking, and ski patrol
-Remain fully to the far left side of Deer Run at all times
-Wear visible outerwear (high-visibility clothing is strongly recommended)
-Headphones are discouraged so travelers can remain aware of surroundings.

Enforcement & Penalties

Failure to comply with this policy may result in:

-Immediate revocation of uphill privileges
-Removal from the mountain
-Revocation of lift ticket or season pass without refund
-Additional penalties as deemed appropriate by Tussey Mountain management

Tussey Mountain reserves the right to modify or suspend uphill access at any time without notice.

DRONE POLICY

For the safety of our guests, staff, and operations, the use of drones (unmanned aerial systems/UAS) at Tussey Mountain is strictly prohibited unless express written permission has been granted in advance by Tussey Mountain management.

Policy Details

• No drones may be launched, landed, or operated on or above Tussey Mountain property without prior written authorization from Tussey Mountain management.

• This includes, but is not limited to:
  -Recreational drones
  -Commercial drones
  -Media, promotional, or event-related drone use

• Permission must be obtained before arrival on property and must be carried with the operator at all times.

Safety & Compliance

• Unauthorized drone use poses serious safety risks to skiers, snowboarders, guests, staff, lifts, snowmaking equipment, and emergency operations.

• All approved drone operations must comply with:
  -FAA regulations
  -Local, state, and federal laws
  -Any additional restrictions imposed by Tussey Mountain management

Enforcement & Penalties

• Failure to comply with this policy will result in immediate enforcement action, which may include:
  -Removal from the property
  -Revocation of lift tickets, passes, or event access (without refund)
  -Confiscation of equipment where permitted by law
  -Possible fines, penalties, or legal action

Tussey Mountain reserves the right to deny or revoke drone permission at any time.