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\"\"Hike of the Week 03.26.20<\/strong><\/p>\n

Quick Facts:<\/strong><\/p>\n

Location:<\/strong> Throughout the Northwest<\/p>\n

Land Agency: <\/strong>families, HOAs, sundry municipalities and park districts<\/p>\n

Distance:<\/strong> as far and as long as you like, but do it regularly<\/p>\n

Elevation Gain:<\/strong> elevated mood<\/p>\n

Contact<\/strong>: Your friends and neighbors (from a safe distance) and share some good news<\/p>\n

Notes:<\/strong> Dogs encouraged, no fees, no groups, stay six feet apart, smile and be kind to all you meet,<\/p>\n

Access<\/strong>: From Your Front Door start roaming in any direction<\/p>\n

Good to know<\/strong>: kid-friendly, dog-friendly, practice Love Thy Neighbor principles<\/strong><\/p>\n

 <\/p>\n

Now more than ever during the Covid-19 Pandemic we need the rejuvenating powers of nature, the outdoors, and being connected to a community. During this unprecedented time we cannot let despair, anxiety, and fear permeate in our minds, families, and communities. \u00a0Get outside!<\/p>\n

Yes, I know while this pandemic sweeps the country we are under shelter in place orders and it is irresponsible and selfish to head to our favorite backcountry trails for myriad reasons. So, now more than ever is the perfect time to discover\u2014or rediscover our own neighborhoods and local parks and trails.<\/p>\n

Exercise is an essential function. It\u2019s good for our physical health, mental health and spiritual health. Practicing good social distancing skills (no large groups and staying at least six feet apart) head out your front door to your neighborhood and your local parks and trails.<\/p>\n

Slow down and appreciate what is around you. New flower blossoms. New bird song. Croaking frogs. Appreciate the breeze in your face. Let the sun kiss you or the rain bathe you. Be dazzled by cloud arrangements and savor brilliant sunsets and sunrises.<\/p>\n

Turn inward. Count your blessings. Commit to being a better person. Commit to being a positive force during this time of crisis. Connect to your Creator. Take time to get to know your neighbors (from a safe distance).\u00a0 My daily runs have been becoming longer lately\u2014not the distance\u2014but the duration. I am slowing down to notice things for the first time and stopping along the way to exchange more than quick salutations. My time out of my house on local roads and trails has helped rejuvenate me and instill hope in me that we will get through this.<\/p>\n

The sun will once again rise tomorrow. Get outside and enjoy another day. Get outside and keep yourself healthy. Get outside and be a positive force in the world.<\/p>\n

For detailed information on local trails and parks throughout the Puget Sound, pick up a copy of one or more of his Urban Trails books<\/a>\u2014Bellingham, Everett, Seattle, Eastside, Kitsap, Tacoma and Olympia. Order online from Amazon,<\/a> Mountaineers Books<\/a>, or your neighborhood bookstore. Thanks for supporting my writing so that I may continue to bring you the most accurate and trusted trail information possible.\"\"<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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