Friendly Reminder For Returning Snowbirds

[Kahuna32162]

Just a quick friendly reminder as many of our seasonal folks return for the season.

1) Parking spaces hold 2 golf carts, one forward and one back. Also be careful to leave enough room for the car next to the space to be able to open the door.

2) When you are out walking for exercise or walking the dog, always walk facing oncoming traffic. With electric and quieter gas carts, you'll never hear em coming if your back is to them.

Be Safe.

[Chi-Town]

Sound advice and don't park lengthwise in a parallel parking spot. Thanks.

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[Fredman]

Same goes for frogs

[kcrazorbackfan]

Great post, but I really think that most believe that common sense in parking and walking doesn't apply to them.

[Velvet]

Yes, but it is not common sense to not park lengthwise in a parallel parking space when you always do that with the car, for those who are new to golf carts, so at least I am learning and appreciating the advice.

[villagerjack]

[QUOTE=Kahuna32162;1691317]Just a quick friendly reminder as many of our seasonal folks return for the season.

1) Parking spaces hold 2 golf carts, one forward and one back. Also be careful to leave enough room for the car next to the space to be able to open the door


2) When you are out walking for exercise or walking the dog, always walk facing oncoming traffic. With electric and quieter gas carts, you'll never hear em coming if your back is to them.



HOW DO YOU KNOW IT WAS NOT THE CAR THAT PARKED NEXT TO THE GOLF CART?

[Chatbrat]

Also, don't box in a car that is legally parallel parked in a space

[villagerjack]

Also, don't box in a car that is legally parallel parked in a space

Perhaps the golf cart was parked there first and Froggie decided to Park her car in the spot where 3 other carts could have parked?

[Two Bills]

Wow! It must be heaven in the closed season in TV.
No accidents, no bad parking, roundabouts run like clockwork, pedestrians, golf cart drivers, bicyclists all in perfect harmony.
Absolutely nothing to complain about!!

[swooner]

Great post, but I really think that most believe that common sense in parking and walking doesn't apply to them.

Why direct this to only snowbirds. Do you think full time residents have more brainpower? Wrong!

[Chatbrat]

Yeh right , when a golf cart pulls in between two parked cars in their spaces, fore and aft

[twoplanekid]

Please stop for Sandhill cranes as they always have the right of way! :welcome:

[ColdNoMore]

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[Kahuna32162]

Here's another I forgot....NEVER park your golf cart in the lined space next to handicapped parking. That goes for snowbirds, Frogs and anyone else who feels they are entitled enough to be that stupid.

[Two Bills]

.....and here's another, never put the milk in first when serving English Breakfast Tea!

[villagerjack]

Why direct this to only snowbirds. Do you think full time residents have more brainpower? Wrong!

Yes,.....and the real question is how some posters identify golf carts that belong to Seasonal Residents as opposed to Froggies who get frustrated that they cannot park everywhere they can during the summer.

[villagerjack]

Yeh right , when a golf cart pulls in between two parked cars in their spaces, fore and aft

I was in Subway yesterday and saw a compact car with Florida Tags pull into a space which contained a single golf cart. We always assume that the cart owner is the culprit but it is always not the case.

[kcrazorbackfan]

Why direct this to only snowbirds. Do you think full time residents have more brainpower? Wrong!

Having worked hundreds of accidents as a LEO, “them” is directed to EVERYONE, not just the returnees from the north.

[jgreen12]

Walking on Hogeye path:

Bikers:
Please slow down when approaching walker from the front or back.
If approaching from the back either call out or ring bell. Many people have hearing problems and can't hear the bell, so please slow way down. Many of us walk our dogs and they wander from side to side on the path. We don't want to have a biker hurt or our pets run over. PLEASE SLOW DOWN. ESPECIALLY APPROACHING FROM BEHIND THE WALKER.

THANK YOU

[D.Lawrence]

Cars and carts Slow Down, this is not a race !

[Bay Kid]

Most important point here is walking facing the traffic. You must keep an eye on traffic.

[bestbrewmaster]

The other reminder, which I witnessed yesterday, is allowing young children to drive golf carts. A grandfather had his 10 year old grandson sitting in the back where the golf clubs go and hanging onto the basket so as not to fall out. His 5 year old granddaughter was sitting between his legs with hands on the steering wheel and weaving back and forth across the path has other carts are approaching and following. It appeared at first the driver was drunk. So dangerous.

[HelenLCSW]

Just a quick friendly reminder as many of our seasonal folks return for the season.

1) Parking spaces hold 2 golf carts, one forward and one back. Also be careful to leave enough room for the car next to the space to be able to open the door.

2) When you are out walking for exercise or walking the dog, always walk facing oncoming traffic. With electric and quieter gas carts, you'll never hear em coming if your back is to them.

Be Safe.

Also — read the little brochure that shows how to drive the roundabouts!

[anothersteve]

Walking on Hogeye path:

Bikers:
Please slow down when approaching walker from the front or back.
If approaching from the back either call out or ring bell. Many people have hearing problems and can't hear the bell, so please slow way down. Many of us walk our dogs and they wander from side to side on the path. We don't want to have a biker hurt or our pets run over. PLEASE SLOW DOWN. ESPECIALLY APPROACHING FROM BEHIND THE WALKER.

THANK YOU

Walkers are supposed to walk against traffic and bikers ride with traffic. If a biker is approaching from behind either the biker or walker is doing something wrong.
Steve

[Rango]

Same goes for frogs

:bigbow:

[Chatbrat]

This morning in total darkness, there were two walkers with their backs to traffic walking in the golf cart path which was along side a sidewalk on St. Charles--last year a woman was killed doing the something when it was light out

Darwin gets proven right , every day

[VApeople]

Walkers are supposed to walk against traffic and bikers ride with traffic. If a biker is approaching from behind either the biker or walker is doing something wrong.


I don't think that rule applies to Hogeye Path.

The path is not that wide and many people like to walk side-by-side.

When we ride our bikes on that path we are very careful. When we get near walkers we go very slowly and make sure the walkers know we are there before we pass them.

[anothersteve]

I don't think that rule applies to Hogeye Path.

The path is not that wide and many people like to walk side-by-side.

When we ride our bikes on that path we are very careful. When we get near walkers we go very slowly and make sure the walkers know we are there before we pass them.

Is Hogeye a walking path? Meaning no carts? I don't know. If an MMP obey traffic rules and laws
Steve

[Barefoot]

Wow! It must be heaven in the closed season in TV. No accidents, no bad parking, roundabouts run like clockwork, pedestrians, golf cart drivers, bicyclists all in perfect harmony. Absolutely nothing to complain about!!
:highfive:

Having worked hundreds of accidents as a LEO, “them” is directed to EVERYONE, not just the returnees from the north.

[NotGolfer]

We were driving (on the street) yesterday when we saw a cart on a MMP with someone standing on the back (where the golf-clubs go). It looked to be an adult. Couldn't see if the seat was full as they rounded a corner and we continued on our way. THAT is way too dangerous and stupid besides!!

[rrb48310]

We were driving (on the street) yesterday when we saw a cart on a MMP with someone standing on the back (where the golf-clubs go). It looked to be an adult. Couldn't see if the seat was full as they rounded a corner and we continued on our way. THAT is way too dangerous and stupid besides!!

:popcorn:
Did someone say Darwin

[spring823]

yes I have something to add. Not everyone goes to the square in a golf cart, so it would be nice if the ones who do would try and park where there is another cart, instead of taking another space and leaves less places for cars.

[VApeople]

Is Hogeye a walking path? Meaning no carts?

Yes.

Carts are not allowed on the nature trails around Hogeye.

[VApeople]

yes I have something to add. Not everyone goes to the square in a golf cart, so it would be nice if the ones who do would try and park where there is another cart, instead of taking another space and leaves less places for cars.

There is a LOT of parking areas very near to ALL of the squares. We never have a hard time finding a great place to park.

[GJohn]

Just a quick friendly reminder as many of our seasonal folks return for the season.

1) Parking spaces hold 2 golf carts, one forward and one back. Also be careful to leave enough room for the car next to the space to be able to open the door.

2) When you are out walking for exercise or walking the dog, always walk facing oncoming traffic. With electric and quieter gas carts, you'll never hear em coming if your back is to them.

Be Safe.

Wow...what a public service announcement! Don't know how the "snowbirds" could survive without these! Tis' the season, but what about you full timers....:MOJE_whot:

[blueeagle65]

Also, when walking - Single File and wear a Light! Be alert and ready to dodge vehicles.

[bagboy]

Wow...what a public service announcement! Don't know how the "snowbirds" could survive without these! Tis' the season, but what about you full timers....:MOJE_whot:

I can't imagine how people survived before returning here for the winter. They are probably so pleased to be here where locals can advise how and where to eat, sleep, drink, drive, park, tip, shop, play, relax, etc etc etc.

[daphurm]

Also — read the little brochure that shows how to drive the roundabouts!
Just heed the signage - they are very clear!
Inside lane - thru or left!
Outside lane thru or right!
In circle you have the right of way!

[Barefoot]

Wow...what a public service announcement! Don't know how the "snowbirds" could survive without these! Tis' the season, but what about you full timers?
:highfive:

[Bay Kid]

yes I have something to add. Not everyone goes to the square in a golf cart, so it would be nice if the ones who do would try and park where there is another cart, instead of taking another space and leaves less places for cars.

2 carts for every car equals double parking.:)

[vermonster]

Please add this additional reminder to ALL drivers of golf carts, not just snow birds. Please be courteous and slow down/move over when approaching a pedestrian walking toward you. It is not always possible or advisable for the pedestrian to jump out of your way.

This morning, while walking a short distance down Morse Boulevard (the northern part, where the multi-modal path runs along side the roadway), a golf cart driver decided to play chicken with me. The grass was soaking wet because of the morning humidity, and there were no cars in sight, so I judged that the oncoming golf cart would pull over to pass me safely. He did not, until the very last moment. If there were oncoming cars, I would have, and indeed did several other times, step onto the grass verge. However, I try to avoid getting my shoes soaked during the first part of the walk, thus making the rest of the walk uncomfortable, and the shoes difficult to dry out at home.

Remember, if a golf cart hits a pedestrian, the pedestrian will be seriously injured, probably killed. The driver of the cart will have to live with that the rest of his life and possibly face criminal prosecution and/or a large civil lawsuit. The ideal solution would be for the governmental entity in charge to retro fit the path to alleviate this dangerous situation. Yes, it might cost a few dollars, but with a 25% tax increase to improve new roadways in the southern part of The Villages, it is only fair and equitable to invest some of that money up north to bring it up to the same standards as down south.

[Chatbrat]

You should not be walking early in the morning, don't you know you are delaying golfers on their way , tee times are more valuable than you are--

Honestly consider yourself lucky, you didn't get whacked

[linfrasco]

As I have been taught, or as I observe on the streets, four golf carts fit to a parking space. Cars should not be sharing parking spaces with golf carts. But there are always bad parkers all year round and not just during snowbird season.

[billgraba]

Perhaps add a note about the correct way to use roundabouts would be useful- as swooner stated, not just directed at snowbirds.

[Velvet]

Keep up all the good suggestions, I (as a newbie) am still listening.