Weekly Safety Reminders

eNews Date	Running/Walking Safety Tip
06/16/11	Summertime, and the running is easy…. But please be sure to plug into your surroundings, not your IPod! Always stay alert and be aware of what is going on around you. The more aware you are, the less vulnerable you are.
06/03/11	Avoid unpopulated areas, deserted streets, and overgrown trails. Avoid unlit areas, especially at night. Look ahead, and run clear of parked cars or bushes.
05/19/11	Write down or leave word of the direction of your run and an estimate of your return time. Tell friends and family of your favorite running routes.
05/04/11	Before heading out for a run, write down or leave word of the route you plan to take. Let someone know when you expect to return. Vary your running routes.
03/24/11	Remember to run single file when on paths, trails, sidewalk, or road. At most run doubles, but drop to single when others are present or passing.
03/10/11	The days are getting longer! But you still need to remember to wear reflective gear if you must run before dawn or after dusk. Be seen, not heard…
12/1/6/10	Lights, camera, action! When running at dawn or dusk, please remember to wear a head lamp and/or reflective gear, carry your cell phone, and tell someone the circuit you will run.

Last Updated (Thursday, 16 June 2011 12:54)