COVID-19 PROTOCOLS FOR 2021-2022

WAO is committed to the safety of our participants. The following is a summary of the protocols for our programs:

  • All programs will follow existing Federal, Provincial and Municipal health guidance

  • Participants will complete a pre-trip/course declaration of health and exposure

  • Temperature checks are asked to be taken by each participant the morning of program start

  • Participants are required to bring and use hand sanitizer on all programs

  • Protocols for physical distancing are in place, and when not possible, masks will be used

  • Any overnight accommodations will be in separate tents, unless members are of the same household

  • Participants will be responsible carry and prepare their own food at this time

  • First aid protocols include additional PPE to help mitigate transmission

  • Gear and equipment issued to each person will be kept with that person until the end of the program

  • All equipment will be isolated for 72hrs after each trip

  • The semester program will have it’s own unique protocols that may be different from those listed above