Steps to Take when Trick-or-Treating
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) advise parents to opt-out of the traditional Halloween activities. Although fun, some may increase the risk of getting or spreading COVID-19 or influenza. Plan alternate ways to participate in Halloween.
General safety:
- Wear a face mask
- Put a nametag with your phone number on your child’s costume
- Avoid shoes or props that may cause your child to trip and fall
- Inspect treat bags before kids eat
- Look for signs of tampering with wrappers
- Never accept homemade items from people you do not know
- Remove choking hazards: gum, peanuts, hard candy, and small toys
- Confirm that treats are not cannabis (marijuana) edibles
- When in doubt throw it out!!
Be safe, be seen:
- Improve visibility with reflective tape on costumes and bags
- Carry flashlights, glow sticks or wear reflective tape
- Cross at street corners
- Use sidewalks
Handing out candy:
- Be outside & try to avoid direct contact with trick-or-treaters
- Give out individually wrapped treats
- Mark Xs on ground 6 ft. apart
- Have a hand sanitizer available
Alternatives to Trick or Treating:
- Virtual costume contest with family and friends
- Decorate pumpkins
- Family movie night
- Indoor scavenger hunt: hide treats in and around your house
- Set up a table or “treat station” with individually bagged treats for kids to take
- Outdoor, socially-distant Halloween parade
HIPRC invites all families to share their Halloween adventures. Make sure to tag @HIPRC on social media & use the hashtag #HIPRCHalloween2020 so your post is shared.
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