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​This Stay Home. Stay Safe. order has many Michigan residents getting outside on public lands, trails, and parks. 
Things are changing by the day -- state parks in many states are closed, and guidance on social distancing is growing more stringent by the week. In some states, public health officials have raised alarm about people congregating in outdoor spaces like beaches, climbing areas, and trail heads, and in some cases these areas have been shut down by authorities. We highly encourage the use of these outdoor spaces, but with some serious adjustments.

​Heart of the Lakes, mParks, and Michigan Trails and Greenways Alliance worked together to share some important guidelines to follow when getting outside. We hope this guidance has some longevity, but regardless, please use your head and take the most precautionary approach you can so we may keep our fellow Michiganders safe and our public lands, parks, and trails open. Please help your friends and family to act with caution and care, too. Be safe out there.

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Heart of the Lakes is the collective voice for Michigan’s land conservancies and friends dedicated to the conservation of Michigan’s environmentally and economically significant land and water.
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The voice of Michigan's parks and recreation community mParks is committed to proving parks and recreation matter; that they improve quality of life and contribute enormously to our economy. 
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Michigan Trails and Greenways Alliance is the statewide voice for nonmotorized trail users, helping to build trails to connect people and communities for a stronger Michigan.
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Guidelines for Getting Outside!

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​The COVID-19 pandemic is life and death for so many people. Please conduct yourself respectfully with that in mind.
​Don’t go out if you’re sick, exhibiting symptoms, or have been in contact with those who have. Keep a safe distance from others. Groups are a no-go. Consider avoiding busy areas and times of day. Wash your hands before and after leaving your house and follow CDC guidelines carefully.
Like your backyard, neighborhood, or 10 minutes down the road. Far away destinations or that bike trail an hour down the road are wonderful, but the further you travel, the more potential you have to spread illness.
It’s not the time for stoke-inducing activities where you could get hurt. Healthcare systems are overwhelmed and will continue to be. The stoke can wait, find a chill activity instead.
If public lands are closed, don’t go. If public lands are open, be mindful that areas might have limited maintenance. Remove your trash, and use the restroom before you leave the house. Check regional guidelines and closures.

Heart of the Lakes strengthens the collective efforts of organizations dedicated to the conservation of Michigan’s environmentally and economically significant land and water. We provide leadership, innovative ideas, and advocate for smart public policy for the benefit of our communities and for generations to come.
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Heart of the Lakes
PO Box 1128
Bay City, MI  48706
Heart of the Lakes is a statewide organization that concentrates and strengthens the efforts of Michigan’s land conservation community. Founded by Michigan’s land conservancies, Heart of the Lakes does what no individual organization can do on its own-- unites them under the common goal of protecting Michigan’s land. 

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Heart of the Lakes
P.O. Box 1128 Bay City, MI  48706
989-292-3582

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