- Follow the recommendations from health authorities as you celebrate the spookiest time of year.
- If you decide to go trick-or-treating, wear light-colored clothing that’s short enough to prevent tripping and add reflective tape to the sides, front and back of costume.
- Make sure children can see well while wearing their masks and securely fasten the mask so it does not fall off.
- Adults should accompany young children and ensure they are respecting appropriate distancing rules.
- Go out in daylight and carry a flashlight for when it gets dark. Everyone will be celebrating differently according to their comfort level, so expect some doors may not be open to trick-or-treaters.
- Stay within the neighborhood and only visit homes you know.
- Watch for traffic.
- Only give and accept wrapped or packaged candy.
- Examine all candy before allowing children to eat it.
- Keep costumed children away from pets, as pets might not recognize the child and become frightened.
- Avoid hard plastic or wood props such as daggers or swords. Substitute with foam rubber, which is soft and flexible.
