Ending Poverty – One Step at a Time Event

Guidelines for Walkers

Thank you for participating in the 2007 Walk. We had a great event last year and hope this year’s walk will be even better.

Ø Safety for our walkers is our first concern. Please stay on sidewalks or road shoulders at all times. We will provide a lead vehicle and rear vehicle for the walk. Flashers will be used by the vehicles at all times. A third vehicle will serve as a “runner” vehicle. This vehicle will transport walkers to and from the walk route to rest areas or return to the walker’s starting point.

Ø We always want at least two walkers together at all times.

Important Note: We ask that children under the age of twelve (12)

not participate in the walk on the highway route. Children under the age of twelve (12) can walk city routes if there are sidewalks. Children must be accompanied by an adult. We are asking that children under the age of six (6) not participate in the walk portion of the event as their enthusiasm/excitement can often cause real safety concerns. We do want to invite children of all ages to participate in the rally events. Parents are responsible for the safety of their children at all times.

Ø We will also try to assign a walkie-talkie to one of the walkers in the group to assist in communicating with drivers. However, there may be times that there may be distance between walkers or the walkie-talkie may not work. If you need something to drink, to take a break, use restroom facilities and/or to end your participation in the walk just let the person with the walkie-talkie know or wave at the closest vehicle and we will assist you.

Ø Please pace yourself and know your limits. Be aware of heat exhaustion. Don’t be embarrassed to call for a break. We have assigned back-up walkers in the vehicles that can take your place while you take a break.

Ø We have first aid kits, insect repellant, sunscreen, water, sport drinks and snacks/fruit in the vehicles for you if you need them.

Ø In case of rain, the walk will continue unless the storm includes lightning, and we will temporarily suspend the walk for that time. We encourage you to bring rain gear (poncho, raincoat, umbrella) if the weather calls for rain. You can store the gear in one of the vehicles until needed.

Ø We have alerted city and county emergency units as to the schedule and route of the walk.

We appreciate you taking the time to support our public awareness campaign. Be assured that your safety and security is our first concern.

Again, thank you for your involvement and support!

Sincerely,

The Ending Poverty – One Step at a Time Event Planning Team