Post date: Mar 18, 2020 3:26:27 PM
From a highly qualified expert in the field, this article covers the current situation and compares it to previous pandemics. And it explains the science behind the self-quarantine strategy:
And for those of you who might be considering a "self-quarantine" in a national park, please note that many parks are suspending services--both to protect their staff and their concessionaires from contagious visitors, and also to maintain health care options for locals. And some communities like Moab have outlawed all camping to protect the inhabitants and hopefully keep their local hospitals available for those locals who need them.
So now is a lousy time to go camping. But it's a good time to open a book, check out You Tube, or wander through the trip reports and blogs of your favorite websites. You might even find some ideas for your next backpacking trip, once we manage to put all of this behind us.
And in the meantime, take care of yourselves and your loved ones. Be nice to others---but also be nice to yourself. If you can, go for a walk to stretch your legs and remember what it feels like to breathe the air outside, and feel the sun (or icy wind) on your face. It's good for you. And you deserve it.