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Introduction to Disc Golf and SUP

Soldier On will be offering an event in the Dieppe and Shediac area on June 22 and 23. Please join us for some Introduction to Disc Golf and Stand Up Paddle boarding (SUP), take time to meet other Soldier On members in the area and have fun participating is these fun events.

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 activity will give participants the opportunity to learn the basics rules and skills required to play a round of disc golf, driving the disc, approaching and putting in Dieppe, NB. 

Participants will also learn proper paddle boarding techniques, water safety, and to progress from entry-level paddle boarding skills (sitting, kneeling, or standing) as they enjoy the Scoudouc River in Shediac Rotary Park.

Exact addresses for both locations will be in the joining instructions to the selected participants. 

This event serves as a beginner friendly option, where participants the basic skills for Disc Golf and Stand Up Paddle Boarding. 

Rental equipment (Golf Discs, Life jacket, SUP, and paddle) will be provided to the participants the days of the event.

Assistance throughout the event will be provided courtesy of Soldier On member and Disc Golf Enthusiast Serge Hubert and Shediac Paddle Shack www.shediacpaddleshack.com  

The number of Soldier On participants is limited to 9.

Minimum eligibility criteria: 
Any serving member or veteran of the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) from Moncton/Shediac/Dieppe 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 2 hours of light paced activity per day. Applicants must have a limited requirement for rest throughout the day and must be able to tolerate sitting, kneeling, or standing while holding a paddle without being in violation of their MELs.  Participants will be required to wear a life jacket at all times while around the water and on the boat. Participants must be able to walk a distance of 2kms at a light pace and physically be able to throw a Frisbee style disc.
  • Participants must weigh under 280lbs (As per regulations from the Sport Provider for the equipment recommendations)
  • Participants will be joined with other ill/injured members and civilians, and therefore should be able to function in a social environment.  
Deadline for Nomination Forms. 
Must be received by Soldier On NLT Friday, 17 June 2022.
Click here to fill out your expression of interest.
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.

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