Gagetown Beginner Golf 2020

Soldier On will be hosting a local beginner golf day on the 1st of September 2020 from 12 to 4 p.m. the Gage Golf & Curling Club in Oromocto. The afternoon will include an hour of instruction from a local pro followed by a round of nine holes. This event is open to anyone in the Oromocto 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.

This activity is for beginner level participants to learn the basic skills involved in playing golf. The local golf pro will teach basic grip, stance and swing techniques so participants can gain the confidence to get out on the course on a more regular basis.

The number of Soldier On participants is limited to eight.

Minimum eligibility criteria
Any serving member or veteran of the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) from the Oromocto 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.

Due to the fact that the event is in the Oromocto geographical area travel assistance will not be provided.
A reminder that no food or drinks will be provided, participants are encouraged to bring their own snacks and multiple bottles of water to stay hydrated.

Participants are asked to bring their own golf clubs if possible. However, Soldier On will provide rental clubs if needed. Pull carts or motorized golf carts will be available for those who require the
assistance.

Serving Members
Medical clearance may be required by your chain of command.

Mental & Physical Requirements
Participants must be able to tolerate four hours of light paced activity.

This activity will require the physical ability to swing a golf club and walk a minimal distance while on the golf course.

Should there be unfavourable weather conditions for participants to participate in this event Soldier On will make the decision to either cancel or reschedule.

Participants will be joined with other ill/injured members and civilians, and therefore should be able to function in a social environment.
 
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.

The event OPI will confirm in writing with the participants selected for this activity.

An activity delivery questionnaire will be sent to selected participants to complete and return. This will assist the event OPI and the sport delivery partner with the planning of logistics and the activity.

A joining instruction will be issued prior to event; ensuring applicants are authorized to participate IAW applicable policies & eligibility criteria.