I found this article in runnersworld.com; from the January 2010 issue of Runner's World. Safety first while running in the dark.
Running Safety
RULES OF THE ROAD
Some things runners must do to avoid a colliding with a vehicle.
• Don't assume a driver sees you. In fact, imagine that a driver can't.
• Run against traffic so as to view (and react to) any mistake an advancing motorist may make.
• At a stop sign or light, wait for the driver to wave you through—then acknowledge the driver with your own wave.
• Allow at least three feet between you and a passing vehicle.
• Be prepared to jump onto the sidewalk or shoulder of the road.
• During group runs, go single file when cars need to pass.
• Use hand signals to show which way you plan to turn.
• Respect a driver's right to the road.
• Run with proper ID, and carry a cell phone with emergency contacts taped to its back.
• Check with the police for local traffic rules.
• Make sure to look out for people pulling out of a driveway. They may not see you.
• At an intersection always wait and look for vehicles coming from multiple directions and lanes before attempting to cross.
• If you run with headphones, make sure you can still hear what is going on around you. Run with just one ear bud in at a time.
• In commercial areas, look out for high-traffic areas, such as the parking lots of grocery stores, restaurants, and bars.
• Watch for early-morning drivers who do not clear frost or morning dew off their windshields; they may not be able to see you.
• Wear bright and/or reflective clothing.
• Run only on roads with wide shoulders.
• Never cross against traffic lights.
From the City of Decatur website...
Frostbite 5K Run/Walk All proceeds will be used by the Decatur Bulldog
Athletic Booster Club to help fun the sports program
at Decatur High School and Renfroe Middle School
Decatur High School, Renfroe Middle School, Glenwood Academy
and City of Decatur elementary school students, parents, alumni, friends,
neighbors and runners of all levels are invited to participate.
Schedule
Saturday, January 9 - rain or shine
8:00 a.m. - 8:45 a.m. - Race Day Registration
9:00 a.m. - 5K Run/Walk.
Registration
(Clicking on link will open a new window to display a printer friendly application.)
Application
Entry Fees
Pre-registration (by December 26) - $20
After December 26 & Race day registration - $25
City of Decatur Students or Teachers
Pre-registration (by December 26) - $15
After December 26 & Race day registration - $20
Santa's Safety Run 5KSchedule
- Sunday, December 13
9:30 a.m. - Race day registration and packet pick-up: 9:30 – 10:20am at corner Waverly Way/Euclid Ave (large vacant lot by the Path)
10:30 a.m. - 5K Run/Walk.
11:15 a.m. - Tot Trot (ages 5 & under).
11:30 a.m. - awards ceremony.
Walkers, strollers, and dogs on leash are welcome, but please line up behind runners for safety.
Registration
- printable mail-in application
- online via active.com
- in Person Phidippides Ansley Mall, 1544 Piedmont Rd, Atlanta 30324 (404.875.4268) (Cash/check only)
Entry Fees
Pre-registration - by December 7 - $20
After December 7 and Race day registration - $25
Tot Trot - $8
All post-expense proceeds from this event fund the Inman Park Security Patrol,
which is helping to take a bite out of crime in Inman Park.
Race will go on rain or shine - no refunds.
Saturday, Dec 12 9:30a
at St. Pius X Catholic High School, Atlanta, GA
5K Holiday Hustle for Hope on Saturday, December 12th at St. Pius X High School benefiting The Elaine Clark Center & Heart of Hope Academy. People of all abilities can participate by running, walking, strolling or rolling. Registration, Hustle and Fun Zone begin at 930am; 5K begins at 1030am. For more information and registration visit www.elaineclarkcenter.org
Jingle Jog is celebrating its 22nd annual Holiday. On December the 12th friends, co-workers and family will come join us to participate in the Jingle Jog. We have awards for a myriad of categories, running and non-running. Also, bring as many toys as you can because the Salvation Army will be at the Jingle Jog to collect toys for needy children at Christmas. We want to be sure to thank our sponsers of Jingle Jog, their contributions to the Jingle Jog are what makes this happen.
Register by December 1 and save $10! Half Marathon GA08024WC 10K GA08025WC 5K GA08026WC
DATE: Saturday, March 6, 2010
TIME: 8:00 am
LOCATION: Berry College, Rome, GA
MORE: For more information and to register, go to
www.berryhalfmarathon.com 
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