“There is so much for passengers to see during their amazing ride that they will never get bored. Let them enjoy its beauty at a leisurely pace.”
If you had asked me three years ago when the Sea to Sky Highway was most dangerous, I would have almost certainly said winter. But after working a few summers in his chief of Squamish, it became clear that the highways were indeed dangerous as we headed into the increasingly warmer months ahead. And we have to start preparing for it now.
It's simple, but I don't want to overly criticize or advise speeders. If anything, with reminders of the May 10th car crash and the upcoming Victoria Day long weekend, our preparedness as we navigate our beautiful but sometimes daunting highways becomes even more important.
One of the easiest things we can do is to make sure we have enough time to travel to our final destination. I often forget how many other drivers are going in the same direction, so I'm always late getting to my destination. By having a buffer, delays can be avoided without causing too many headaches.
Of course, if you experience a delay and are stranded on the highway, having an emergency kit packed with food and water will definitely come in handy. If it's going to get very hot, consider bringing items to help you stay cool, like putting ice in your cooler or staying in the shade.
At times like these, our patience can be tested, not only with other drivers, but also with those in the car with us. A quick game may help you pass the time more quickly and reduce your aggression.
May is also the state-declared Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month.
You always have to be careful of motorcycles while driving, but the vehicles themselves may be a little new as there aren't many bikes and we've just come from the cold season. ICBC says drivers should maintain a following distance of about 3 to 4 seconds when following a motorcycle, especially at intersections where six out of 10 motorcycle accidents occur in British Columbia. It is said that there is.
I know I said not to be overly critical of speeders, but my best advice is always to take things slow. There is so much for passengers to see during the amazing drive that they will never get bored. Enjoy its beauty at a leisurely pace.
