Coconino County Parks & Recreation — COVID-19 update and Tips for physical and mental fitness

AMENITY UPDATE

On April 29, Governor Ducey extended the Stay Home, Stay Healthy, Stay Connected executive order through May 15. All playgrounds, basketball courts, ramadas (including picnic tables and barbecue grills), and restroom facilities managed byCoconino County Parks & Recreation remain closed at this time.

These sites include Fort Tuthill County Park, Raymond County Park, Sawmill County Park, and Peaks View County Park. Louise Yellowman County Park in Tuba City is closed to the public.

Coconino County Parks & Recreation encourages the public to engage in responsible physical and social distancing. Parks, natural areas and trails managed by Coconino County will remain open for public enjoyment; this excludes Louise Yellowman County Park.

Are you looking for things to do, both indoors and outdoors? Check out a few ideas in this newsletter and on Coconino.AZ.Gov/Parks.

COVID-19 INFORMATION FROM COCONINO COUNTY

Coconino County has information and guidance related to COVID-19. Please check out the website (Coconino.AZ.Gov/COVID19) for information about the number of current cases, upcoming events like the Testing Blitz and Virtual Town Hall, and additional resources. There is information in Spanish and Navajo available online.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL FITNESS

On Tuesday, the Coconino County Board of Supervisors proclaimed the month of May as Mental Health Awareness Month. The proclamation is dedicated to build a culture of knowledge, compassion and action for mental heath, especially in the current status of our community and world which is impacted by fear, disruption and loss due to the current COVID-19 pandemic.

How do you practice physical and mental health? What do you focus on or prioritize? What apps or programs do you use to get and stay motivated? The month of May has brought warmer weather to Northern Arizona and many people are stepping outside to practice their physical and mental fitness. Please continue to adhere to CDC physical distancing guidelines and recommendations for visiting parks and recreation sites.

Eat healthy. Be physically fit. Practice meditation or quietness. Try out a new app like those mentioned below.

What topics interest you? Let us know, plus other opportunities in Northern Arizona. Email parksrec@coconino.az.gov.