This morning, Hubbard Brook leaders from the Forest Service, HBRF, and the COS met to discuss our approach to COVID-19. As of today, there are 3 confirmed cases in Grafton County. Headquarters remain open but, given the highly contagious and severe nature of the virus, Hubbard Brook will not be hosting in-person meetings, and we urge employees and partners to make good use of the phone, email, and videoconferencing. Although subject to change, right now, individuals are permitted to conduct field research at Hubbard Brook, including use of labs and housing.
We are reconsidering plans for the April COS meeting and will get back in touch by March 31 about the possibility of rescheduling or videoconferencing.
We will keep you updated about next steps as the situation unfolds and new information emerges.
Nothing is more important than your health. Please take extra care to protect yourself, and avoid unnecessary risks.
Anthea (on behalf of the COS, FS, HBRF, LTER HB Leaders)
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Anthea Lavallee
Executive Director
Hubbard Brook Research Foundation
30 Pleasant Street
Woodstock, VT 05091
Office: (802) 432-1042