Here's what we know about the opening of Washington's businesses

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It has been more than 100 days since Washington's first confirmed case of the novel coronavirus. Since then, life as we know it has been upended.

Businesses were shut down, schools were closed and people were asked to stay home as much as possible -- and practice social distancing when out. Now, after weeks of officials gradually putting into place stricter social distancing measures to slow the spread of the virus, Gov. Jay Inslee has finally started to announce plans to ease some restrictions.

The state's stay-at-home order expired at midnight on May 31 and was replaced by a Safe Start proclamation. The reopening of the state will involve four phases, in which businesses will gradually reopen at varying capacities. Inslee said during a news conference there will be at least three weeks between each phase, so officials can "evaluate as to what we've done has worked or not."

But it'll take time. Inslee has said the process of lifting the orders will be long and will be guided by data, not dates. If the state allows everyone to resume their normal lives too soon or too quickly, it could result in another surge in cases of the virus and hospitalizations.

The governor said he and public health experts will be looking at several metrics when making decisions, including the availability of testing, the number of free hospital beds and amount of personal protection equipment for healthcare workers and the risk reopening things could have on the community's most vulnerable.

So far, Inslee has announced eased restrictions on construction and outdoor recreation. He also announced plans to allow some elective surgeries to resume.

Keep reading and click through the gallery above to see what we know so far about when certain businesses in Washington will reopen, and what we might be missing for a while longer.

Bars and breweries

Expected opening: Phase 3-4

Bars in Washington are allowed to offer closed bottles or cans of alcohol for takeout and delivery services. Some Seattle businesses have also adapted to offer DIY cocktail kits and the many Washington breweries have been offering up curbside growlers.

Bars will be allowed to start reopening at 25% capacity in Phase 3 under the governor's plan. In Phase 4, they can resume at full capacity.

Car washes

Expected reopening: Phase 1

Car washes are allowed to reopen in Phase 1, using certain safety precautions.

Churches

Expected opening: TBD

Many churches moved to virtual services during the coronavirus pandemic, to protect people from the spread of the virus. There haven't been any announcements yet about when churches will reopen once again for in-person services.

Drive-in spiritual services will be able to resume in mid-May.

Concert venues

Expected opening: Phase 4

Concert venues will be reopened in Phase 4 of the governor's plan -- the last phase. Concert venues, along with other places where people are often crowded close together and unable to follow social distancing measures will not open until the last phase of the plan.

Elective medical procedures, dentists 

Expected opening: Dentists will be able to reopen the week of May 18; many elective medical procedures can resume May 18

Inslee announced May 18 the state could begin the process of resuming non-urgent medical and dental procedures, as long as healthcare providers had certain criteria in place.

"We know right now that this virus remains a threat to our health and our way of life, and we know that PPE and testing capability remain challenges, but we believe now that with appropriate safety measures, we can now start the process of getting back to non-urgent medical and dental care," Inslee said.

One of the most important requirements includes having the appropriate personal protection equipment, Inslee said. Other protocols include implementing social distancing, screening people for symptoms of the virus and temperature checks.

The governor originally put a halt to elective procedures to make sure there was enough personal protection equipment for healthcare workers on the frontlines of the virus.

Farmers markets 

Expected opening: Starting in April

Farmers markets were originally closed in mid-March, but a few, including University District and Ballard markets, reopened on April 19. West Seattle reopened their market on Sunday, May 3. The markets opened with new restrictions, including guidelines requiring social distancing and modified layouts. As more markets reopen, it is expected people will still need to maintain distance from each other and will be advised to stay at home if they are sick.

Fishing

Expected opening: May 5

People can start fishing again beginning May 5. Recreational fishing is one of the few activities that will be allowed as part of the governor's announcement easing restrictions on outdoor recreation. People will still be expected to fish only with people who live in their household, and to maintain social distancing when necessary.

Golf courses

Expected opening: May 5

Playing golf is among the activities allowed to resume on May 5. Inslee announced people could play golf as part of his plans to ease restrictions on outdoor recreation. Still, under Inslee's order, people can still only play with those they live with, and must continue to follow social distancing measures while on the courses.

“Outdoor recreation is one of the best things we can do to promote physical, mental and emotional well-being for Washingtonians during a time of great stress and isolation,” Inslee said during a news conference.

The Golf Alliance of Washington posted on its website that golf courses still need to follow specific safety practices as outlined in Inslee's stay-at-home order.

Non-essential travel

Expected: Phase 3

While the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention are still only recommending essential travel, the number of people flying is expected to increase as states and countries begin cautious reopenings. Major airlines like Delta and United have announced plans to restart domestic and international routes in June, including reopening routes to Beijing.

With new rules meant to curb the spread of the virus, your next flight is sure to be unlike any you've had before, and those traveling through Seattle-Tacoma International Airport might be shocked to see just how much has changed since the start of the pandemic a few months ago.

Click here for everything you need to know before your next flight in or out of Sea-Tac Airport.

Click here for everything you need to know about summer travel in the Pacific Northwest.

Gatherings

Expected: Phase 2-4

Gatherings will be allowed to resume gradually in each of the government's phases. In Phase 2, gatherings of five people or fewer can resume. In Phase 3, gatherings of 50 people and fewer can resume. In Phase 4, gatherings with more than 50 people can resume.

Gyms

Expected opening: Phase 2-3

In Phase 2, some fitness activities can resume, but they must be limited to groups of five people or less, plus one instructor and meet certain safety criteria.

Indoor gyms can reopen at 50% capacity in Phase 3 of the plan. Inslee said there will likely be at least three weeks between each phase, if not more. People will still be expected to socially distance and follow other guidelines during this phase.

Hair and nail salons

Expected opening: Phase 2

Hair and nail salons will reopen in Phase 2. People will still be expected to follow social distancing guidelines.

Movie theaters

Expected opening: Phase 3

Movie theaters can reopen at 50% capacity in Phase 3.

Museums 

Expected opening: Phase 3

Museums can reopen during Phase 3, using social distancing guidelines and precautions.

Parks

Expected opening: Beginning May 5

The day use of state-managed parks, wildlife areas and recreation land will be allowed to resume on May 5 under the governor's plans. But the Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission noted not all parks will be immediately reopened, and the agency would work with local communities to determine the best approach for reopening different parks. To view the full list of parks opening on May 5, click here.

Visitors are also being asked to prepare in advance, bringing along hand sanitizer, water, snacks, personal protective equipment and other things they might need. Visitor centers will still be closed and camping won't be permitted.

Inslee warned if the state sees a rise in the number of cases of the virus, this could change and more restrictions could again be put into place.

King County Parks' announced it would reopen its parks and trails on May 8 with "some restrictions." King County said it will encourage people to "recreate responsibly." Restrooms, play areas, sports courts and other facilities will remain closed.

In Seattle, most major parks are still open after a closure during Easter weekend, but officials have warned crowded parks where people aren't social distancing will lead to closed parks.

Pet care services

Expected opening: Phase 2

Pet care services, including grooming, can resume in Phase 2.

Restaurants

Expected opening: Phase 2-3

Restaurants are still allowed to do takeout and delivery services and many throughout the region have made modifications to more easily accommodate residents during this time. Some restaurants have completely transformed their operations, while others have just shifted toward a delivery model.

Restaurants will be able to start reopening in Phase 2 at 50% capacity and tables of no more than five people. Bar-style seating will be prohibited at that time, as well as buffets or salad bars of any kind.  In Phase 3, restaurants can continue operations at 75% capacity.

Retail

Expected opening: Phase 2

Retail stores are allowed to do curbside pickup orders in Phase 1. In-store purchases at retail stores will be allowed to reopen, with restrictions, during Phase 2.

Schools

Expected opening: Fall, 2020

Inslee announced earlier this month K-12 public and private schools would remain closed for the rest of the academic year. Districts have been expected to continue teaching using a distance learning model.

"We simply cannot take the chance of reopening on-site instruction in this calendar school year," Inslee said earlier this month. "We cannot risk losing the gains we have made after the peak of this pandemic presumably will have past."

It is expected schools will be open again for in-person learning in the fall, but it is not yet clear what that will look like, and what kinds of social distancing requirements will still need to be followed.

"I think there's a very good chance schools will reopen in the fall," Inslee said during a news conference May 1.

He said to do this, though, it's important the state ramps up its testing capability.

"We've got to have the ability to test large numbers of people to give people confidence very quickly," Inslee said.

Sports

Expected opening: Phase 3-4

Outdoor group recreational sports activities can start to resume in Phase 3, as long as they are with 50 people or fewer. Large sporting events can resume in Phase 4.

Summer Camps/programs 

Several summer camps have already announced cancellations this year in an effort to keep kids and staff safe. But others, such as the Boys & Girls Club of King County and the YMCA of Greater Seattle are working to adapt and make some changes so they can continue with their programming safely over the summer. That includes health checks, frequent cleanings and smaller groups.

A spokesperson for Gov. Jay Inslee said plans for summer camps are still in the works.

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