So far, much of 2020 has been, and in many ways remains unique and uncertain. It’s not easy to make sense of it all and to remain calm and hopeful in light of news and restrictions related to the coronavirus pandemic. However, as you’ve likely experienced in your own life, heard about from friends, read in the pages of Rock & Gem and other publications, and witnessed through various media outlets, there are many ways people are striving to ‘make the most of today.’
Perspective is everything, and from this view high above Chugach State Park, in south-central Alaska, the glacial mountain range is immense.
DIEGO DELSO, WIKIMEDIA COMMONS
We thought we would share a few ideas readers and contributors have mentioned, and we’ve discovered and shared with the Rock & Gem community online, through our website www.rockngem.com and social media. These recommendations center on rockhounding and geology-related information and experiences to explore virtually and directly from the comfort of home. Even though, as rockhounds and lapidary artists, many in the community are skilled at social distancing and being safe, and can enjoy outings and their favorite activities without much trouble, we thought you may still enjoy some options for free time you may have.