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Red-tailed Hawk - Photo by Jared Manninen INCLINE VILLAGE, Nev. - As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, it has never been more important for people to get outside and away from their screens. Spending time in nature has been shown to have countless health benefits. It can reduce feelings of isolation and loneliness, even while socially-distancing. Interaction with wild animals in their own habitat can boost one’s mood and decrease physical symptoms of stress, such as fatigue or difficulty sleeping. Some health care providers specifically encourage the pursuit of observing animals in nature for patients suffering from anxiety and depression. There’s one activity that brings all of those health benefits together, and best of all, it’s free and fun for all ages: birding. ....