Walk Basics
Safety on the Road
Luckily Downtown Ann Arbor lends itself well to walking. Especially in good weather, you can walk miles safely by sidewalk. So lock up the car, get rid of the gym membership and get some activity on your daily commute!
A couple general hints:
- Be Visible. Wear bright color clothes so you’re sure to be seen
- Wait your turn and make sure drivers see you! Legally you should wait for the walk sign when crossing the street. Make eye contact with drivers. With cell phones and one-way streets, it’s easy for drivers to miss you. Yes, they may be in the wrong, but it’s better to be sure it’s safe to cross the street.
Resources for Ann Arbor
- Walkscore. Moving? Check out this cool site to see how walk-able your potential new habitat may be. It’ll calculate a walk score and show you all the parks, libraries, stores, etc. near you. www.walkscore.com
- Calculate your mileage. Interested in how much exercise you’re getting? Feel better about your commute with this tool! www.gmap-pedometer.com
- Walk Map. The Downtown Development Authority has downloadable map for print at http://www.a2dda.org/downloads/WalkMap.pdf.
- These maps are also available at the Ann Arbor Chamber of Commerce (115 W. Huron, 3rd Floor) and at any parking structure.
- Ann Arbor Walker Tracker Community. Join other Ann Arborites and track your steps online: http://annarbor.walkertracker.com/
- Check out all of the walk-related Curb Your Car Month events here: http://www.getdowntown.org/walk/
A Few Upcoming Bumps in the Road
It’s that time a year again! As all of us Michiganders know, summer time means construction time. Check out all detours and delays here: http://www.getdowntown.org/resources/Construction_x_Event_Information.html
Get Involved
- The Washtenaw Biking & Walking Coalition advocates for a pedestrian friendly community. Learn more at www.wbwc.org
- Washtenaw Wanderers. Check out this great group that leads walks throughout Washtenaw County. http://washtenaw-wanderers.blogspot.com/
