COVID-19 Policy
2023 Friends for Life Bike Rally
Updated June 5, 2023
PRIOR TO THE EVENT
We strongly recommend being fully vaccinated, including a third dose. Participants who are at higher risk as encouraged to get their 4+ doses, depending on advice from your medical professional.
We are not asking for PCR or Rapid Antigen Testing prior to departure, but this is subject to change depending on the circumstances at the time. The cost of any testing would be covered by the Bike Rally.
Stay home if you’re sick or test positive for COVID-19. We ask that any participant who tests positive for COVID-19 or has been in close contact with someone who has tested positive for COVID-19 remain home for the event. Individuals who have reached their fundraising minimum and need to stay home due to COVID-19 will be eligible for a roll-over of all funds to the 2024 Bike Rally.
DURING THE EVENT
Social Distancing & Masking
The Bike Rally is a summer event that is primarily outdoors, and therefore carries a low risk of COVID-19 transmission. Enclosed spaces such as Crew vehicles, washrooms, buses, etc. carry a higher risk of potential transmission. Participants are encouraged to wear a mask in any situation they feel might pose a risk. There will be a strick “no-shaming” policy around masking.
The Bike Rally will provide a supply of high-quality masks (N95, KN95, KF94) which can be picked up at Packing Day or from the Wellness Crew.
The only time that masking will be mandatory is to protect others if you develop COVID-like symptoms.
In the Event of Illness
Any individual experiencing COVID-19 symptoms should put on a mask and call the Bike Rally Helpline or approach the Wellness Crew.
The participant will be administered a Rapid Antigen Test, and if they receive a positive COVID-19 diagnosis they will be required to leave the Ride.
Any transportation or accommodation planning/costs will be covered by the Bike Rally. Individuals who need to be removed from the Ride due to COVID-19 will be eligible for a medical roll-over of funds to the 2024 Bike Rally.
Any close contacts (tentmate, close friends, etc.) will also need to be tested and/or asked to take extra precautions to protect others.
NOTE: Rapid testing will only be available to those reporting symptoms of COVID-19, and their close contacts. They will not be available upon general request by participants.
THE BIKE RALLY WILL PROVIDE:
High-quality well-fitting masks (N95, KN95 or KF94), upon request.
Rapid tests to be used for participants who may become symptomatic on the Ride.
Transportation and other support for participants who may test positive and are required to leave the Ride.
Transparency about any COVID-19 on the ride, including tracking and notifying close contacts, while maintaining medical confidentiality.