Should a woman go on a “walk” with a guy acquaintance? Is “going on a walk in town” code for “date”?

[Anonymous]

The man told her parent (they’re both adults by the way) that if she ever wants to go on a walk in town he’s be willing to go with her. He also said he “wouldn’t try anything”

I also recently found out he told the parent that he’s been looking for a ‘nice girl’. This guy is over forty.
What response should I have if I’m the daughter here! Should I agree to go on a walk?

Walk

Dont walk

Other/Just wanna see results

[DishLady]

Depends on what else is going on between them. I’ve been on walks with a guy I’ve known 20 years and it’s just a walk, even if I touch his arm for a second to point something out. But another guy I’ve known perhaps a year or so … sparks are always flying and everyone can apparently see them, so walking or being alone with him even for a moment is suddenly significant and open to too many unwelcome interpretations. Having said that, walking with him IS very pleasant… just it’s considered a “date.” The feelings are there and just crackling….

[Asker]

I barely know him. Plus I’d probably be shy because I am and then people will assume I’m trying to fuck him. Or he will.

[DishLady]

He will what? Assume? Really?

[Asker]

Yeah he might think Oh she’s shy around me she wants me. Guys are overly egotistic.

[WhitneySnow]

He likes you and he sees the walk as a date. Do you like him too?

[Asker]

I have barely spoken to him so I’m not sure I’m ready to declare if I like him or not lol… I don't know if he’s even a good person. I’m surprised he didn’t just call it a date. Going on a walk sounds like friendship.

[WhitneySnow]

He means it as a date. Don't bother going unless you can see yourself maybe dating this guy in the future.

Gtg. Good luck! I think you should go unless he’s totally not your type.

[Asker]

Thanks. I am not sure if I have a very certain set type lol… but I don’t know if I’d be super attracted either to him.

[WhitneySnow]

Then give him a chance. See how it goes.

[Asker]

Thanks. Do you think a walk is low effort?

[WhitneySnow]

No. I think a walk is a great first date. Time enough for dinner if you like each other well enough for a second date.

[slatyb]

That's so weird. Sounds like something a 14-year-old boy would say.

[Asker]

He’s almost fifty

[slatyb]

He sounds more like fifteen. Has he ever been in a relationship?

[Asker]

He’s been married before