The PA Parks and Forests Foundation sent out a special newsletter and opened a COVID-19 Blog page to provide updates and provide information on how getting out in nature can help relieve stress…. as long as you follow social distancing guidelines.

The articles in the newsletter include--

-- Forest Bathing-- The Art (and Science) Of Enjoying Nature  Full Article Here

-- Parks & Forests In The Days Of COVID-19

-- Resources for Earth Day-- Now A Virtual Event

-- Keep an Eye on the PPFF YouTube Channel for their Backyard Video Series

-- Year Of The Trees Keeps Growing

Click Here to read the entire newsletter.

For more information on programs, initiatives, special events and how you can get involved, visit the PA Parks & Forests Foundation website.  Click Here to sign up for regular updates from the Foundation,  Like them on Facebook or Follow them on Twitter or tune in to their YouTube Channel.  Click Here to become a member of the Foundation.

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