October is National Pedestrian Safety Month + WALKtober Challenge
by Lily Teran
October 10, 2025
Hey San Antonio! October isn’t just for pumpkin spice lattes and spooky vibes, it’s National Pedestrian Safety Month! The perfect time to brush up on your safe walking game and make sure everyone sharing the road stays safe. At the Almo Area Metropolitan Organization (AAMPO), we strive to raise awareness about pedestrian safety because the Alamo Area continues to experience a higher rate of pedestrian fatalities than the national average.
And because we love a little motivation, Alamo Commutes is hosting the WALKtober Challenge—your chance to turn everyday walks into entries to win one of four $100 gift cards. To help everyone stay safe, we’re sharing some pointers.
Pedestrian Safety Tips
- Be seen.
Bright colors, reflective jackets, and lights at night are all great ways to be seen. Drivers are less likely to see you in dark clothes on a dimly lit street, so make yourself pop! - Cross like a boss.
Crosswalks exist for a reason. Always use them, look both ways, and make eye contact with drivers before stepping off the curb. Don’t assume someone will see you. - Stay alert. Phones down, heads up.
We get it, watching funny cat videos on social media is fun, but distractions are dangerous. Earbuds in? Music up? That’s a no-go when crossing the street. Keep your focus on the road and the cars will thank you. - Walk towards traffic.
Walk facing traffic if there’s no sidewalk and stay as far from cars as you can. This way you can see oncoming vehicles and react quickly if needed.
WALKtober Challenge: Step Up and Win
Now that you know how to stay seen and safe, to make pedestrian safety month even more exciting, we’re running our WALKtober Challenge and you could win a $100 gift card. Here’s how to join:
- Step 1
Become an Alamo Commutes member! Download the Alamo Commutes app or visit the website to create a profile. Add your updated email address and your employer or school so you’re eligible to win. - Step 2
Start recording your walks! In your profile, go to “Trips” → “Record a Trip.” Choose “New Trip” and select walking as your mode. - Step 3
Keep walking! The more trips you log, the better your chances. You can even record other modes (bike, bus, carpool, etc.)—they all count. At the end of the month, check your email (and spam folder, just in case) to see if you’re one of the lucky winners.
Why Walk? Besides the Gift Cards...
Walking is one of the easiest ways to:
- Boost your mood
- Clear your mind
- Reduce your carbon footprint
- Stay healthy and energized
So why not make it fun, safe, and rewarding this month? Join the WALKtober Challenge and show off your walking streaks for your chance to win big.
Ready to start? Join Alamo Commutes and start logging your walks today.