Hiking and getting outdoors is a great way to stay healthy and relax your mind during this pandemic. But there are a few important things to remember before you step out on the trails:

• Check to make sure your local trails are still open. Due to overcrowding some trails, parks, and other state lands have shut down.
• If a trail is still open but seems overcrowded, try another trail.
• Keep your distance from other people while you're hiking. Make sure you are still following the 6-foot social distancing rule.