High Altitude Safety

The Keystone golf courses are situated in a beautiful mountain valley above 9,000 feet in elevation.  Your golf ball may fly farther than at lower elevations, as there is less air resistance. However, you too are influenced by the thin air.

High Altitude Information
At over 9,000 feet in elevation, 20 to 30 percent of visitors will have mild symptoms of altitude illness. The first symptom most people notice is a shortness of breath, especially when exercising. In addition, the heart is likely to beat faster and one may experience nausea, fatigue, headache, loss of appetite or difficulty sleeping. If you develop one or more of these symptoms you may have Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS). If these symptoms do not subside within a day or two, consult a doctor.

• Take it easy on your first day in the mountains - this helps the body adjust
• Reduce consumption of alcohol, caffeine and salty foods as these contribute to dehydration
• Drink three or four times more water than usual

Sun
Above 9,000 feet, the sun is 40% stronger than at sea level. Apply sunscreen several times a day and always wear eye protection. Sunglasses with UV protection are a must. Lip balm is also a necessity.