Visiting Parks and Recreational Facilities
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Staying physically active is one of the best ways to keep your mind and body healthy. In many areas, people can visit parks, trails, and open spaces as a way to relieve stress, get some fresh air and vitamin D, stay active, and safely connect with others.
Know Before You Go: While these facilities and areas can offer health benefits, it is important that you follow the steps below to protect yourself and others from COVID-19.
DO
Visit parks that are close to your home
Prepare before you visit
Stay at least 6 feet away from others (“social distancing”) and take other steps to prevent COVID-19
Play it safe around and in swimming pools. Keep space between yourself and others
DON’T
Visit parks if you are sick or were recently exposed to COVID-19
Visit crowded parks
Use playgrounds
Use hot tubs, spas, water playgrounds, or water parks
Participate in organized activities or sports.