Marking device

A method of using a marking device, the method comprising:

• determining a location to place the marking device;
• vertically locating a pole at the location;
• pivotally attaching the marking device to the pole via an attachment portion;
• initializing the marking device to activate one or more marking flashing patterns.

A marking device comprising:

• a marker housing including:
• an attachment portion including a reusable sleeve and a snap fit structure, the attachment portion configured to pivotally attach the marker housing to a pole;
• a transparent portion formed around at least a portion of the marker housing, the transparent portion including a lens oriented to disperse light emanating from within the marker housing;
• an environmental seal configured to protect the marking equipment and electrical light from external environmental conditions;
• a clip positioned near the transparent portion, the clip configured to hold marking equipment;
• an electrical light positioned within the transparent portion of the marker housing;
• and
• a programmable circuit internal to the marker housing and configured to selectably activate the electrical light in one or more marking flashing patterns.