Skip to main content

Introduction to Archery in Victoria, BC

Soldier On will be hosting an introduction to Archery at the Victoria Bowmen Archery Club on the 7th of December, 2020. This will include three hours of instruction and target practice. Equipment will be provided but we encourage you to bring your own bow if you have one.

No meals or transport will be supported for this event. This event is open to anyone within one hour’s drive from the location of the event in the Victoria, BC geographical area.

This activity will bring together both serving and retired ill/injured CAF members, allowing participants to connect through peer support and encourage a healthy and active lifestyle.

The aim and scope of the practice will be to introduce basic archery techniques, discuss various applications of archery (focus on the disciplines at the Invictus Games and Warrior Games), introduce different equipment and their function, and demonstrate that this is an adaptable sport open to most any ability or disability, but most of all - to have fun!

Regardless of the current skill level, the participants will receive expert instruction on Archery and safety.

The event will include an introduction to basic archery techniques and discussion on various applications of archery. The event will be conducted on an outdoor range and the group will be divided in two lines of five shooters.

Using the new skills and knowledge participants will then get an opportunity for some target practice for the rest of the time with breaks throughout. Assistance throughout the event will be provided courtesy of Victoria Bowmen Archery Club.

The number of Soldier On participants is limited to 10.

Minimum eligibility criteria
Any serving member or veteran of the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) within one hour’s drive from the location in the Victoria, BC Geographical areas who acquired a permanent physical or mental health illness or injury while enrolled as a member of the CAF; whether attributable or not to service. Serving Members: Medical clearance may be required by your chain of command.

Mental & Physical Requirements
Participants must be able to tolerate three hours of light paced activities. Participants will be joined with other ill/injured members and civilians, and therefore should be able to function in a social environment.
 
Nomination Forms must be received by Soldier On no later than the 1st December, 2020.
Express your interest here.


COVID-19
Soldier On events are planned in accordance with municipal, provincial, territorial and federal public health measures (PHM) and regulations as well as the Canadian Armed Forces health policy and guidelines. The health and safety of Soldier On participants and staff, PSP staff, and CAF TG personnel are paramount. While specific safety precautions for each event will depend on the scope, scale and location of the event, the utmost care will be undertaken to ensure the risk associated with the spread of COVID-19 is very low.

Specific precautions, rules, regulations and observances will be communicated to selected participants for this specific camp in due course, but all applicants must be prepared to:

  • Be familiar with, and adhere to current PHM regulations and guidance;
  • Complete the respective provincial / territorial or federal government COVID-19 self-assessment tool before attending the event;
  • Refrain from participating in a Soldier On event if they have tested positive for COVID-19, have come in contact with someone that has tested positive for COVID-19 and/or are experiencing symptoms of the virus;
  • Practice physical distancing during activity, including the use of non-medical mask when appropriate;
  • Follow all safety precautions provided by Soldier On and its sport service providers;
  • Adhere to a stringent use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and perform rigorous hand hygiene;
  • Inform Soldier On immediately if you are not feeling well.

Soldier On, during the conduct of this activity, shall:

  • Ensure that the event is conducted following the current PHM regulations and guidelines of the location in question;
  • Ensure that all staff and participants are using PPE properly and following necessary protocols;
  • Soldier On will cease the event if participants do not respect any of the health and safety protocols that are in place;
  • Ensure PPE, hand sanitizer and disinfectant supplies are available and are being used;
  • Continue to monitor the further provincial lifting of or changes in restrictions which may affect their operations;
  • Track physical interactions (time/date/attendees/location) on physical activity log.

Confirmation details The event OPI will confirm in writing with the participants selected for this activity. A joining instruction will be issued prior to event; ensuring applicants are authorized to participate IAW applicable policies & eligibility criteria.

Top Top