Always carry a flashlight

Treat or treat at homes you know

Children should be accompanied when trick or treating.
Older kids should stay in groups if no parent is present

Flame resistant costumes are in order.
Keep costumes short and remember to stay away from pumpkins with candles in them

Stay away from pets you do not know

Road safety rules are important. Do not crisscross the
road - go up one side of the road and down the other side

If parents are driving kids - drive slowly,
with lights on and be cautious when pulling to the side of the road

NEVER eat any treats until parents have had a chance
to go through them and inspect them.
Parents should look for tampering of packages and
discard any they believe unsafe.

Wear your own shoes when trick or treating -
wearing costume shoes/boots can be dangerous and uncomfortable

Not everyone celebrates Halloween.
Avoid homes that lights are off.

Do not to run through neighbors yards or gardens.
Respect other people property.

Wear a wrist watch, preferably one that lights up.
It is easy to lose track of time when out
Trick or Treating and having fun. You don't want to be
late getting home or worry your parents if you are out with a group of friends.

~*~*~TIPS FOR THE TREATERS~*~*~

If you plan on helping giving out treats this year here are some suggestions to follow:

Have your treats prepared by the door so you don't
have to go hunting for them when the tricksters come.

Create a unique way to hand out treats,
in a carved out pumpkin or basket

Clear your yard and walkways, remove any obstacles

Position pumpkins with candles in them in an area that
is safe and children will not trip on them.

Consider using flashlights instead of candles.

Replace and lights or bulbs that are burnt out so area
is brightly lit where tricksters will arrive.

Nutrition is not a consideration at Halloween.
Those parents who are concerned about nutrition generally do not
let their children go out trick or treating, or, will clean
out their kids loot before letting them eat all
that candy. If you give out raisins, apples, granola or
wheat germ it is likely to end up all over
your front yard. If you don't want to give out candy
you could give out stickers, trading cards or
similar items. If you plan on dressing up to greet tricksters
remember that some younger children may be frightened of
your costume. Try to avoid scaring small children.

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