PLOS ONE.Stay informed with live updates on the current COVID-19 outbreak and visit our coronavirus hub for more advice on prevention and treatment.In the study, the respondents said they had increased participation in several outdoor activities during the pandemic, including: Of the 15 outdoor activities studied, the participants reported decreases in camping (48%) and relaxing outside with others (43%): two activities where it can be hard to maintain physical distance.The researchers also asked the respondents how they thought being outside benefited them.Nearly 60% of the participants experienced improved mental health and well-being after being outdoors, while 29% said they go outside for exercise.