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Sailing Camp in Victoria, BC

Soldier On is partnering with the Canadian Forces Sailing Association at CFB Esquimalt to offer a five-day Sailing Camp, adaptive to all abilities. Participants will learn basic sailing skills with a focus on the operation of small-scale vessels, navigating marine environments, and the basics of sport sailing.

This event is recommended for those who are interested in experiencing sailing in a beginner-friendly environment, while learning about the sport and progressing their knowledge each day of the camp.

Learn the basics of sailing through both on-the water experience and dry-land activities. This event will involve teamwork, the basic skills of manning small-scale vessels (Sonar 23s), and will allow participants to develop their knowledge of sailing and marine life, while enjoying the natural beauty of the Vancouver Island coastlines. Each day will also involve short stretching, breathing, and mindful-movement warm-up sessions to prepare for on-water activities.

Through instruction and hands-on learning, participants will learn basic sailing skills and how to safely operate sailing vessels.

Assistance throughout the event will be provided courtesy of the Canadian Forces Sailing Association, CFB Esquimalt.

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 an hours drive of Victoria, BC 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
  • This sailing camp is beginner friendly and will require short periods of moderate physical activity, and a moderate level of arm strength.
    • If a participant becomes tired, instructors will be able to assist with activities and/or sailing the vessel.
  • Participants will experience different weather and environmental conditions, including sun and rain.
  • While sailing the vessels movement may vary with wind and water conditions.
    • As such, participants will experience the thrill of sailing and are encouraged to embrace the adventurous nature of the experience.
  • Participants will have the opportunity to practice the tasks associated with sailing.
  • Due to the busy activity schedule, applicants must have a limited requirement for rest throughout the day.
  • This activity can be tailored to the ability of participants and trained sailing instructors will be ready to assist at all times.
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 August 23, 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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