What is the best way to prevent frostbite on a cold skating day?

Wear warm layers and cover skin.

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  1. Stay still for hours
  2. Wear warm layers and cover skin ✔
  3. Skate barefoot

Why: Warm layers and covered skin help prevent frostbite in cold conditions.

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Answer: Wear warm layers and cover skin. Warm layers and covered skin help prevent frostbite in cold conditions.

  1. Scouting America: Skating www.scouting.org/merit-badges/skating
    first aid for injuries or illnesses that could occur while skating, including hypothermia, frostbite
    Checked 2026-11-07.

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