POUGHKEEPSIE – As of April 23, the Walkway Over the Hudson is requiring visitors to wear a face-covering amidst the COVID-19 pandemic.
New York State Parks like Walkway Over the Hudson are open for solitary outdoor recreation or a brief visit with a small group (like close family members). Everyone is urged to stay home as much as possible, however, when in the park for a short nature break, please commit to following these important health and safety rules.
The Walkway is a unique destination among parks, and its linear nature can make following social distancing guidelines a challenge. Even if a patron is making every reasonable attempt to remain six feet apart, others may not be so careful. By wearing a face covering, guests protect both themselves and their fellow park users, and their responsible actions will help keep the Walkway open and accessible for all to enjoy at this time.
The mandate to wear face coverings follows the protocols set forth in New York State executive orders 202.17 and 202.18.
The Walkway compiled important information about face coverings from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention regarding proper use of face-coverings.
According to the CDC, cloth face coverings should:
- fit snugly but comfortably against the side of the face;
- be secured with ties or ear loops;
- include multiple layers of fabric;
- allow for breathing without restriction;
- be able to be laundered and machine dried without damage or change to shape.
Additional information can be found at https://walkway.org/.
