Halloween is a joyous and interesting time for the ghouls and goblins who seek to garner a large harvest of candy and other goodies while they Trick-or-Treat. Still, it is important to follow some very necessary safety rules as they proceed during this fun and “spooktacular” time. What follows are some tried and true rules that will help to make the Trick-or-Treat experience a safe and happy one.
– Wear shoes that fit.
– Wear a costume short enough and easy to walk in.
– Be Safe. Be Seen. Wear bright colors. Use a flashlight. Use reflective strips.
– Walk in a group — the bigger the cluster, the easier it is to be seen.
– Stop at the curb or edge of the road. Cross at corners.
– Walk on sidewalks; if there is no sidewalk, walk on the roadway facing traffic.
– Look LEFT-RIGHT-LEFT before crossing.
– Walk — don’t run — across the street.
– Under age 10, always cross with someone older, preferably an adult.
– Put electronic devices down, keep heads up.
– Teach children to make eye contact with drivers before crossing in front of them.
– Always walk on sidewalks or paths. If there are no sidewalks, walk facing traffic as far to the left as possible. Children should walk on direct routes with the fewest street crossings.
– Decorate costumes and bags with reflective tape or stickers and, if possible, choose light colors.
– Choose face paint and makeup whenever possible instead of masks, which can obstruct a child’s vision.
– Have kids carry glow sticks or flashlights to help them see and be seen by drivers.
– When selecting a costume, make sure it is the right size to prevent trips and falls. Watch for cars that are turning or backing up. Teach children to never dart out into the street or cross between parked cars.

As the person who is distributing the Halloween treats, you “make your house trick-or-treat friendly.” Be sure cars are parked in the driveway and not blocking sidewalks and that the walkway to your house is well-lit and free of obstacles.

When sorting through candy at the end of the night, be sure to throw away any candy that is not in its original wrapper or looks as though it has been opened. Halloween safety tips are important, but you should make sure you’re following these lesser-known Halloween etiquette rules too.

Most area municipalities will have their Trick-or-Treat hours on Monday, October 31, from 6 to 8 p.m. In Hughesville, there will be a parade beginning at 5:30 p.m. The exception is Montgomery from 6:30 to 8:30. A small parade will form at 6 p.m. A complete list of hours by borough and township are below.

Various organizations and churches throughout the area will be holding “Trunk or Treat” activities. Two of the more special activities are the Williamsport Crosscutters will be holding “Boomer’s Drive Thru Trick-or-Treat on Friday, October 28, from 5 to 8 p.m. at Muncy Bank and Trust Ballpark at Historic Bowman Field, sponsored by UPMC and Backyard Broadcasting.

Lycoming County
Jersey Shore Borough
– Bald Birds Brewing Trunk or Treat: Sun. Oct. 30 starts at 2 p.m.
– Trick-or-Treat: Mon. Oct. 31, 6-8 p.m.
Muncy Borough
– Trunk or Treat by Families United Network: Sunday, Oct. 30, 1:30-4 p.m. at 145 Ashler Manor Dr. Muncy, PA
City of Williamsport
– Trick-or-Treat at the Thomas Taber Museum in Williamsport on Saturday, October 29, from 2 to 4 p.m.
Williamsport Business Association downtown Trick-or-Treat: Wed. Oct. 26, 4-6 p.m.
– Williamsport Crosscutters Boomer’s Drive-Thru Trick-or-Treat: Friday, Oct. 28, 6-8 p.m. at Muncy Bank Ballpark.
Montoursville Borough
– Trick-or-Treat: Mon. Oct. 31, 6-8 p.m.
Loyalsock Township
– Trick-or-Treat: Mon. Oct. 31, 6-8 p.m.
Montgomery Borough
– Trick-or-Treat: Mon. Oct. 31, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Hughesville Borough
– Halloween Parade: Mon. Oct. 31, 5:30-6 p.m.
– Trick-or-Treat: Mon. Oct. 31, 6-8 p.m.
Salladasburg Borough
– Trick-or-Treat: Mon. Oct. 31st, 6-8 p.m. There will also be trick-or-treating at the Salladasburg Volunteer Fire Dept.
Woodward Township
– Trick-or-Treat: Mon. Oct. 31, 6-8 p.m.
Clinton County
Avis Borough
– Trick or Treat: Mon. Oct. 31, 6-8 p.m.
City of Lock Haven
– Trick or Treat: Mon. Oct 31, 6-8 p.m.
Loganton Borough
– Trick or Treat: Mon. Oct. 31 6-8 p.m.
Flemington Borough
– Trick or Treat: Mon. Oct. 31, 6-8 p.m.
Castanea
– Trick or Treat: Mon. Oct 31, 6-8 p.m.
Mill Hall Borough
– Trick or Treat: Mon. Oct. 31, 6-8 p.m.
Renovo Borough
– Trick or Treat: Mon. Oct. 31, 6-8 p.m.
South Renovo
– Trick or Treat: Mon. Oct. 31, 6-8 p.m.
Beech Creek Borough
– Trick or Treat: Mon. Oct. 31, 6-8 p.m.
Lamar Township
– Trick or Treat: Mon. Oct. 31, 6-8 p.m.
Chapman Township
– Trick or Treat: Mon. Oct. 31, 6-8 p.m.
Pine Creek Township
– Trick or Treat: Mon. Oct. 31, 6-8 p.m.