Abstract: An inflatable chamber is secured to the ground to provide both a collection point for snow and a resilient barricade. The chamber may contain a light-weight and flexible metal or plastic support frame to provide increased strength or to hold a desired shape upon inflation. One or more longitudinally disposed flaps are preferably used with attached means for aiding in the securement of the chamber to the ground. Snow collection methods and ski slopes involving one or more inflatable barricades are also disclosed.