Flatlanders Saddle-up in Winnipeg, MB

Soldier On will be hosting Flatlanders Saddle-Up in partnership with WW Stables on September 15-16. This two-day horsemanship camp will take place in Winnipeg, MB. Six (6) participants from the Winnipeg area will spend the two days being introduced to what it takes to care for a horse and to be comfortable riding a horse.

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 objective of this opportunity is to give participants the opportunity to learn more about horses, the confidence to be around and handle a horse safely, as well as an introduction to different opportunities within the animal community.

Through instruction and hands on experience participants will learn basic horsemanship skills and what it takes to care for and ride a horse safely. During the event members will enjoy the company of these beautiful and powerful animals alongside their peers who show a common interest in the world of horses.

Assistance throughout the event will be provided courtesy of WW Stables.

The number of Soldier On participants is limited to six (6).

Minimum eligibility criteria
Any serving member or veteran of the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) within the Winnipeg geographical area, 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 weigh under 250lbs (as per regulations from the Sport Provider for the horse’s safety) and be able to walk and maneuver in and around horses and tolerate five to six hours of moderate paced activities for two (2) consecutive days.
  • Due to the busy activity schedule, applicants must have a limited requirement for rest throughout the day.
  • Participants will be joined with other ill/injured members and civilians, and therefore should be able to function in a social environment.
  • Participants also acknowledge that there will be no alcohol allowed during the event.
Nomination Forms must be received by Soldier On no later than September 1st, 2021
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.


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