Tips on hazzard-free driving!

It's that time of year again; the woodland areas of the nation are starting to burst into an explosion of fall colors. For many people, the crisp fall air and the brilliant colors makes fall their favorite time of year. As in past years, this fall millions will be leaving the cities and traveling to the countryside to enjoy the colorful display along with all the fall festivals, fairs, and good food. To make the most of your tour, we are providing links to websites that will enhance your experience at the bottom of the page but first, we want to share a few simple driving safety tips. Obviously the most colorful regions will be in the countryside and mountain forests and the best viewing areas will be along two-lane country roads. While many think that interstate highways are the most dangerous type of roads, the deadliest roads in America are actually two-lane country roads. There are many reasons for this. Two-lane country roads tend to be narrow, winding roads with sharp curves, hills, and few places to pass. The curves and hills make it difficult to see far ahead. Impatient or aggressive drivers tend to drive too fast for conditions and overshoot curves or encounter obstructions over a blind hill. They also tend to pass in areas where, for safety reasons, passing isn’t permitted. When driving on country roads, keep the following tips in mind.
Instructions.
1 .Obey the Speed
Speed limits are set for road conditions and high speeds could easily cause loss of control on narrow winding roads. In the fall, drivers want to take their time and enjoy the scenery but driving too slowly can cause traffic to back up and could cause an impatient driver behind to make a risky driving decision.
2 . Be Patient
You may not want to drive as slowly as the driver ahead but don't let your impatience goad you into making a risky driving choice. Wait until it is safe to pass. The natives have seen it all before and are probably not as enamored with the scenery as you are. They may be in a hurry to get to work or appointments and don't want to be held up behind a slow driver. Allow other drivers to pass and, if necessary, pull off the road to let faster traffic pass. Life goes on in the countryside and farmers may be moving farm machinery from one field to another. Those driving through Amish country need to be especially watchful for horse drawn wagons that are common sights on the road. Slow moving vehicles that don’t go any faster than 25 mph are identified by an orange triangle outlined with red reflective tape. These slow moving vehicles have just as much right to the road as you and state laws allow them to travel on public roads. Be patient when encountering these vehicles.
3.Watch for Pedestrians
Pedestrians will be out in force in those picturesque small towns or at country fall festivals. Keep your eyes on the road ahead and anticipate pedestrians walking out from between parked cars or other obstructions. Remember also that the pedestrians will be looking at the scenery too and may not see you.
Tips & Warnings
Consider leaving the driving to them. Many tour companies offer fall bus or train tours through some of the most scenic areas. Instead of driving, you may want to consider taking a bus or train tour so you can devote all your time to looking at the scenery..You want to relax and enjoy yourself but save the alcohol for that hot toddy in front of the fire in the evening. Drinking any amount of alcohol can impair your driving abilities and you don’t want your fall tour marred by a DUI arrest.