As the coronavirus spreads across the country, we are all advised to practice social distancing as much as possible. In concert with that effort, schools and museums have closed, sporting events have been cancelled and meetings of any kind have been discouraged. We are encouraged to work from home if possible and to entertain ourselves with books, streaming movies, etc.
But there is another option that appeals to many of us: field trips to parks and nature preserves where close contact with other humans is unlikely to occur. Birders, hikers and naturalists, having visited these locations for years, know exactly were to go; there they can engage in their favored activities, get exercise and enjoy the calming effects of nature and fresh air.
Escaping one's house and yard is an appealing prospect at any time of our life and during any season of the year. Those who can safely head for natural refuges during this difficult period will likely receive a host of benefits.
But there is another option that appeals to many of us: field trips to parks and nature preserves where close contact with other humans is unlikely to occur. Birders, hikers and naturalists, having visited these locations for years, know exactly were to go; there they can engage in their favored activities, get exercise and enjoy the calming effects of nature and fresh air.
Escaping one's house and yard is an appealing prospect at any time of our life and during any season of the year. Those who can safely head for natural refuges during this difficult period will likely receive a host of benefits.
