Night Walking Tips...

Great to see so many people out walking just lately, must be new years resolutions in action, that's great and keep up the good work.

The days are still short and I have noticed a few folks out while its is still dark. A number of you I have only noticed at the last minute due to you wearing dark clothing.

Light coloured clothing with something reflective front and back would really improve your visibility to motorists, reflective safety vests are best but I agree not the best fashion statement. Having worked in the ER at Cowichan District Hospital I can assure you that the nurses are not concerned about fashion.

Here is a tip from a website on safe walking which I thought was good information to share.

If your interested the full article can be read by following the link at the bottom.

To be fair, Motorists, watch for walkers and cyclists, drive slowly particularly around the winding corners, lets all be safe.

Be Visible: Wear bright colors when walking in daytime. When walking at night, wear light-colored clothing and reflective clothing or a reflective vest to be visible. Drivers are often not expecting walkers to be out after dark, and you need to give them every chance to see you, even at street crossings that have crossing signals. Be just as cautious at dawn or twilight, as drivers still have limited visibility or may even have the setting or rising sun directly in their eyes. (from espokes...carrying...and using...a flashlight can also improve your visibility)

Click here for full article.

To be fair, Motorists, watch for walkers and cyclists, drive slowly particularly around the winding corners, share the road, lets all be safe.

Happy walking, stick to it.

Peter Luckham