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As the winter season approaches, it’s important to stay informed about how extreme cold affects tours. Here’s a summary of our Winter Weather Policy:

1. 1. Tour Cancellations Due to Cold Weather:
      • If, during tour hours (10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.), the wind chill (“feels like” temperature) is forecast to be minus 10°F or colder, certain tours will be cancelled.
      • This policy applies to outdoor walking tours and elevated tours.
      • Bus tours, building tours, and Pedway tours will proceed as scheduled.
   2. Decision Process for Tour Cancellations:
      • Timing: Staff will decide whether to cancel tours by 5:00 p.m. on the day before the scheduled tours.
      • Forecast Reference:
        • Staff will consult hourly forecast data from weather.com for the next day’s tour hours (10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.).
        • If the forecast wind chill is minus 10°F or colder at any time during tour hours, all walking/elevated tours for that day will be cancelled.
      • Notification:
        • Staff will notify all affected volunteers and Guests via email, The Bridge, and the CAC website as soon as possible.
        • Volunteers will receive credit for any cancelled tour or shift.
   3. Snow Conditions Policy:
      • CAC will not cancel tours due to snow, unless the City is shut down.
      • Volunteers commuting long distances are encouraged to maintain a “snow list” of colleagues who could substitute for their tour in case travel difficulties arise.

Please follow this policy to ensure safe and smooth operations during adverse weather conditions.

For the full Weather Policy, visit the Files section in your Profile on Better Impact. Stay warm and stay safe!