The Coronavirus Chronicles -Three Strikes You're Out

[the Ferret]

On the national news tonight they said 60% of the new reported cases in the US are in the New York City multiplex, but that many are now fleeing New York City and taking the virus with them.


We are getting mixed signals from our state government. They say certain outdoor activities are ok, walking, jogging, bicycle riding, dog walking, going to the park, and encourage you to do those things for physical and mental health, as long as you maintain social distancing. It is spelled out right in the Governors Stay at Home order:


Does the Stay at Home order mean I can't take my kids to the park?

Families will still be able to go outside, including to parks and outdoor spaces that remain open, and take a walk, run, or bike ride but should continue to practice social distancing by remaining 6 feet away from other people. Playgrounds are closed because they pose a high risk of increasing transmission.


Is there a difference between jumping in your car and taking the kids to the park, and jumping on your motorcycle and going to the park? I don't think there is.

Late this afternoon I rode up to the park. It's 7.5 miles from my garage. There was quite a few people there, saw at least a dozen cars, ( and one other motorcycle on the way in) mostly walking, one riding a bicycle, a couple walking a dog, passed the Park Ranger who waved at me. Rode down to the Marina in the park and then straight back home. Total mileage round trip was 19.4 miles and took 33 minutes. That little ride was enough to refresh me mentally and satisfy my need to ride and feel the wind in my face, and as I read it, totally within the rules/ guide lines of the Governors Stay Home order.