[nabs-l] Winter Weather Travel

[Steve Jacobson]

Marcia,

Since I have lived in Minnesota all my life, I have gotten pretty used to winter travel.  It is something one can adjust to over time, but I am sure it is difficult 
for those in areas that are getting unusual weather.  Still, it can take some getting used to.  Whether or not one has other disabilities, it doesn't seem 
appropriate to me for anyone to be laughing at whatever misadventures you might have unless you are also laughing at them, and I gather that you were 
not.  However, I also don't believe it is just the super-blind who master such obstacles, either.  It can take time and work, and such travel will always be 
easier for some than for others.  I hope you don't write off the possibility that you might be able to overcome some of the winter travel challenges as 
something only the superblind can do, and I also hope that you can find people who will be supportive.  

Best regards,

Steve Jacobson


On Sat, 12 Feb 2011 20:15:52 -0500, Marsha Drenth wrote:

>Great question. Last year I asked this same question, as I am new to the
>northeast. And the response I got was that it must be something I am doing
>wrong with my mobility. Because as a NFB person, who has just the best
>mobility and orientation, I should NEVER get lost, nor never be
>disorientated, and it does not matter that there was 3 or 4 feet of snow on
>the ground. I should always be able to find my way. *being very sarcastic
>here* and that "if" I were getting lost, maybe I should go to a training
>center, where I could get better skills. My point was I was laughed at
>because I was getting lost in the snow, the ice, and the high winds. I guess
>it should not matter, that I have additional disabilities, like a hearing
>loss, and balance issues. Its my fault, and not the snow. I am sorry guys,
>it was not my fault all my landmarks were covered up. Now some of you might
>say, going to a center is important here, but I do not fall into needing to
>go to a center category. I am NOT a super blind person, nor ever will be. 

>Great question. But I also find it funny how so many people are so quick to
>judge others who are blind, for skills or things they can't do so well. I
>will be happy to see suggestions and little tips and tricks others have to
>say about this. 

>This was certainly not directed at anyone. Just sayin. LOL

>Marsha 

> 



>-----Original Message-----
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>Of Arielle Silverman
>Sent: Saturday, February 12, 2011 7:51 PM
>To: nabs-l at nfbnet.org
>Subject: [nabs-l] Winter Weather Travel

>Hi all,

>I'm sure many of you are experiencing the effects of our unusually
>cold and snowy winter this year, which can pose unique challenges for
>cane and guide dog travel. Have you discovered any tricks you have
>found helpful for staying oriented while walking in snow, ice, and/or
>high winds?

>Arielle

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