At the time of writing this article, the sun is peeking through rain clouds on April 22, the 50th anniversary of Earth Day. It’s been about a month since Gov. Tony Evers issued a Safer at Home order amid the COVID-19 pandemic, so celebrating this conservation milestone without a public gathering feels strange yet necessary given the circumstances.
However, we can still connect with nature on our own or with those who live in our homes while following the latest social distancing guidelines.
Public Health Madison & Dane County recommends:
- Walking, hiking, or biking while being safe;
- Maintaining a physical distance of at least 6 feet from anyone you may encounter while you’re out;
- bringing along a cloth face covering;
- And finding