[Blindtlk] Walking Straight Without a Shoreline

[Judy Jones]

Hi,

I understand it can be tricky without a shoreline to follow.

You're probably already doing this, but line up before you head across the 
lot, and get your bearings.  I had to do the same thing when crossing from 
the sidewalk about 100 yards to get to a library.

Of course, the closer you get, you will be able to hear the building.  If 
cars are parking there, that might also be a clue.  Are carts bicked up from 
that side by store personnel?  Another clue.  Also, as you said trial and 
error.

Let us know how you master this, as it may help someone else on the list.

Judy


-----Original Message----- 
From: Brandon Olivares
Sent: Saturday, April 26, 2014 5:41 PM
To: Blind Talk Mailing List
Subject: [Blindtlk] Walking Straight Without a Shoreline

Hello,

I’ve been learning the route to our local grocery store. Most of it is easy, 
but the last part is somewhat difficult. After I cross the street, I turn 
left and have to walk through a parking lot for a while,then the building 
comes up. Once I’m to the building, it’s easy, but there are no distinct 
markings showing where to walk. There are painted lines on the ground, but 
nothing else.

I didn’t know if anyone might have any ideas of how one might tackle 
something like this, or perhaps it is just a matter of practice. Any help 
would be appreciated.

Thanks,
Brandon
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