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Nothing would take the "fun" out of Halloween more than a serious accident. Please go over these safety rules with Trick or Treaters before they go out. 

• Competent adult supervision must be provided
• Know the neighborhood--give it a pre-check
• Never trick or treat alone
• Take weather conditions into consideration
• Set a time limit
• DO NOT EAT ANY UNSEALED OR UNWRAPPED FOOD OR CANDIES OR FRUIT
• Instruct children not to go into homes/apartments
• Keep away from strange animals
• Follow the rules of pedestrian safety--Don't depend on others to watch out for your safety. 
• SAFE COSTUMING: Material should be flameproof and only fire-resistant paper should be used. Colors should be light and should contain reflective material or tape. If Jack-O-Lanterns are carried, light it with a flashlight and not a candle.  Costumes should be the right size and length to avoid tripping. 
• When walking along the road, carry a flashlight. 

Helpful Halloween resources on the web:

http://www.pumpkincarving101.com/
All about how to safely carve a pumpkin, including how to juggle pumpkins, using stencils, and photographing your jack-o-lanterns. 

http://www.yardhaunter.com/
How to decorate your yard to spook your trick-or-treaters!

http://www.halloweenghoststories.com/
Ghost stories, both real and made-up!

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