I am proud to partner this month with Backcountry.com to bring you these 5 tips for responsibly exploring the outdoors during the COVID-19 pandemic. In times like this, we may need nature more than ever but we also need to adjust the way we interact with the world around us so that we can all do our part in slowing the spread and protecting those in the at-risk populations. Even in isolation, we are all in this together! *3 quick notes* 1. Please watch the entire video before you comment. Don't assume you know what I am going to say just based on the title. 2. It should go without saying but if you are sick or have any symptoms please self-quarantine and whether you have symptoms or not WASH YOUR HANDS REGULARLY and avoid touching your face. 3. Here's an awesome article with supporting info: accessfund.org/open-gate-blog/the-power-of-close-to-home-nature-in-the-time-of-coronavirus #backcountrypartner #findyourbackcountry