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1	A Presentation of the Washington State School for the Blind
2	Video Clips on Blindness Tips
3	White Cane Technique – Locate a Bus Stop
4	Bus Stops A bus stop sign could be on a pole or bus shelter. A telephone pole usually isn’t used as a bus stop in the city, but could be in other areas.
5	Bus Stops Check both sides of your body because you’re not sure where a bus stop could be. You may find a shelter by listening for an echo.
6	Waiting for the bus The proper way to wait for the bus is to face the street. This way the bus driver will be able to see you.
7	Waiting for the bus It is a good idea to be early for the bus. The bus driver may be ahead of schedule.
8	Raised Sidewalks/Crosswalks Use your cane from right to left using the shoreline method sweeping over to find the curb. Continue to locate a raised crosswalk.
9	Raised Sidewalks/Crosswalks Turn to face the street. Walk up to the detectable warning. These are colored yellow which is important for people with low vision. Feel them with your cane
10	Crossing Put your cane in the waiting position. Listen for traffic. Once it’s clear you may cross.
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