Abstract: A portable accident marking system to be used in conjunction with a rigid structure such as a snowboard, skis or the like, in order to alert others of an accident. The system is pliable so that when not in use it can easily fold and fit into a small pocket. The system includes a main body, cords or elastic bands, and two opposing end caps wherein the cords attach the end caps to the main body. Each end cap includes a pocket which captures the tip or tail of a snowboard. Retainer clips are then used with each cord to adjust the fit of the system. Bright colours, reflective material, and indicia are used to make the system highly visible.

Abstract: This invention relates to a portable accident marking system used in conjunction with a snowboard (skis or the like), to alert others of an accident. Generally, accident marking systems consist of an apparatus that has to carried by rescue workers or sport enthusiasts. This apparatus usually incorporates rigid components that when carried are inconvenient and possibly dangerous and often necessitate time-consuming assembly. The system of the present invention is simple and has no rigid components and can be installed quickly and conveniently. This invention relates to a portable marking system for use in conjunction with a snowboard, skis or other rigid apparatus comprising: (a) at least one positioning means to be attached to an extremity of the apparatus, (b) a main attention attracting body attached to said positioning means, (c) a second means for securing said main body to a portion of the rigid apparatus remote from said first extremity.