The mountain laws

Imagine that you are on your way up a steep mountainside, the sun is shining, and you feel like a real mountain goat. But wait a minute! Suddenly, a blizzard comes out of nowhere, and you realize you've forgotten both the map and the compass at home. What are you doing now? Well, this is where the mountain rules come in as your superhero in the mountain world!

The mountain rules are like the mountain's own house rules, designed to keep you safe and alive. They were first made after a series of accidents in the 1950s, and have since been updated to suit modern mountain people1. The rules remind us to plan the trip, report where we are going, and always be prepared for storms and cold. It's like having a wise grandmother who always says, "Put on an extra sweater, you never know when it's going to get cold!"

So the next time you're in the mountains, remember the rules of mountain etiquette. They're there to make sure you get home safely, so you can tell everyone about your epic trip - without ending up as an ice cube in the backcountry!

The mountain road rules are a collection of nine simple and practical advice for safe travel in the mountains. Here they are:

1. Plan your trip and report where you're going: Make sure you have information about the trip area and conditions, and report your route to someone.

2. Adapt the trip according to ability and conditions: Assess the conditions and adapt your plans accordingly.

3. Pay attention to weather and avalanche warnings: Use weather and avalanche warnings actively and understand what they mean for your trip.

4. Be prepared for storms and cold, even on short trips: The weather can change quickly in the mountains, so bring extra clothes and equipment.

5. Bring the necessary equipment to be able to help yourself and others: Bring first aid equipment and other necessary equipment.

6. Make safe road choices: Avoid avalanche-prone terrain and unsafe ice.

7. Use map and compass: Always know where you are.

8. Turn in time, there's no shame in turning: Be prepared to turn if conditions get too difficult.

9. Conserve your energy and seek shelter if necessary: ​​Avoid using up all your energy, and seek shelter if needed.

Read more about the mouintain rules here: https://www.rodekors.no/vart-arbeid/beredskap/fjellvett/mountain-code/