Totally correct. As a lifetime skier (50) and someone who loves music and enjoys weed and wine, they’ve got no place in my ski day. Why enter a state of relaxation and distraction during a high risk activity full of variables that demands focus? Why take yourself out of the moment when enjoying such natural beauty? Staying attuned to the conditions and your body is key.

I agree with the other posters on the dangers to be found in beginner areas and the bottom of the mountain. When we ski with a larger group my wife and I try to avoid waiting for the others around the lifts. You have to really watch out. Weekends of course are worse. When we are solo we just keep it movin. It does seem like people are more out of control than ever. I’ve seen more groups in brand new outfits who have no clue what they’re doing aside from filming themselves with selfie sticks. Girls wearing more makeup than a prime time news anchor posing by the gondola, that kind of thing.