COVID-19 Requirements for All Athletes:
- Verbally attest independently or with the assistance of a care provider to COVID19 vaccination status.
- Attest independently or with the assistance of a care provider whether one has potentially been exposed to, has contracted COVID-19, or has any symptoms of COVID-19.
- Remove oneself from the activity independently or with the assistance of a care provider if showing signs of illness.
- All unvaccinated individuals must:
- Wear required appropriate face mask/face shield covering nose and mouth indoors.
- Manage taking mask on and off in appropriate circumstances independently or with the assistance of a care provider.
- DSES will have extra surgical masks available.
- Masks should NOT be worn by while on the water during kayak or stand up paddleboard sessions.
- All individuals must wear masks when riding bike shuttles and buses.
Essential Eligibility Criteria
Skiing and Snowboarding
- If the athlete has had a traumatic injury or surgery in the past six months, they must provide a doctor’s release before participation will be permitted.
- Be safely outside for a minimum of two hours in variable weather conditions ranging from sun and heat to rain and cold.
- Sit-down skiers weight limit is 190lbs. Exceptions will be considered if the participant is strong enough to transfer down and up about 12”.
- For participants with Down Syndrome, the participant must have been examined by a physician for Neurologic Symptoms of Atlantoaxial Instability, found the symptoms to be absent, and has been cleared to participate in high-risk sports.
- Be able to transfer independently or with the assistance of an accompanying caregiver/family member from the same household.
- Be able to attend to all self-care needs including but not limited to appropriate hydration and nutrition, toileting, excessive saliva or mucus, medications, and sunscreen independently or with the assistance of an accompanying caregiver/family member from the same household.
- Be able to wear a helmet and eye protection (glasses, visor, etc.) for the duration of the lesson experience.
- Be willing to ride a chairlift with at least one instructor from a different household.
Nordic Skiing and Snowshoeing
- If the athlete has had a traumatic injury or surgery in the past six months, they must provide a doctor’s release before participation will be permitted.
- Be safely outside for a minimum of two hours in variable weather conditions ranging from sun and heat to rain and cold.
- Sit-down skiers weight limit is 190lbs. Exceptions will be considered if the participant is strong enough to transfer down and up about 12”.
- For participants with Down Syndrome, the participant must have been examined by a physician for Neurologic Symptoms of Atlantoaxial Instability, found the symptoms to be absent, and has been cleared to participate in high-risk sports.
- Be able to transfer independently or with the assistance of an accompanying caregiver/family member from the same household.
- Be able to attend to all self-care needs including but not limited to appropriate hydration and nutrition, toileting, excessive saliva or mucus, medications, and sunscreen independently or with the assistance of an accompanying caregiver/family member from the same household.
- Be independently mobile or be accompanied by a family member or caregiver from the same household who can assist with mobility.