[stylist] cane technique in the snow?

[James Canaday M.A. N6YR]

dear Robert,
today we have 3.5 inches of light fluffy snow on the ground, and as I 
walked in it I realized that I use my cane differently.
obviously I'm still checking the surface coming up in front of 
me.  my cane also serves to help locate the landmarks that stick up 
out of the snow such as fences, signs, etc, helpful for 
orientation.  and on occasion I push the tip down through the snow to 
feel the ground surface, to see if I am still over the sidewalk.

I was also using the tip to check approaching surfaces cleared of 
snow for icey slicks.
some of these extra snow applications I don't think I could do with a 
rollerball cane.  I am pretty sure  I couldn't detect icey slicks vs 
plain concrete with the rollerball.

what are your thoughts Robert?

jc

Jim Canaday M.A.
Lawrence, KS