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teach useful skills, and develop long lasting relationships within the broader EWU community.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The health and well-being of EPIC participants and staff members are our priorities. Due to the inherent risks associated with our activities, EPIC programs are open to individuals who acknowledge the ability to perform the following Essential Eligibility Criteria (EEC).&nbsp;<strong>The following EEC are applicable to all EPIC program clients and companion caregivers.<\/strong>&nbsp;Companion caregiver is defined as an individual(s) trained to assist an EPIC client with physical, emotional, or communication requirements (please see Section 2 for companion-specific EEC).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Note: If you have any general questions or concerns about our EEC, please contact us; we may be able to assist you with a reasonable accommodation unless it would fundamentally change the nature of our programs, would increase unnecessary risk to you or others, or would place an undue financial or administrative burden on EPIC Adventures.<\/em><\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-58828075\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-673c6ebc gb-tabs\" data-opened-tab=\"1\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-c1ccb925 gb-tabs__buttons\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-b210f415 gb-button-text gb-tabs__button gb-block-is-current\">General EEC<\/button>\n\n\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-042ad443 gb-button-text gb-tabs__button\">Companion Caregiver EEC EEC<\/button>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-14ae9515 gb-tabs__items\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-971965df gb-tabs__item gb-tabs__item-open\">\n\n<p><strong>The following EEC pertain to all EPIC programs. Each participant and companion must have the ability to complete the following requirements.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>1.1 Effectively signal or notify trip leaders, 3rd party designee, or other participants of personal distress, injury, illness, or need of assistance;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>1.2 Perceive, understand, and follow instructions independently, or with the assistance of a companion or adaptive equipment. Including the following emergency procedures: (where are these emergency procedures get listed?};<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>1.3 Independently, or with the assistance of a companion, perform necessary self-care, activities of daily living, and manage known medical conditions;.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>1.4 Perform bladder\/bowel control and toileting needs according to activity-specific environments: These environments may include the use of pit-toilets, wag-bags, cat holes, etc.;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>1.5 Perceive and comprehend the inherent risks of the activity, including but not limited to, risks identified and explained by EPIC staff;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>1.6 Remain alert and focused for the duration of the programed activity or outing;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>1.7 Withstand moderate physical activity;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>1.8 Access EPIC&#8217;s trip-start locations independently or with the assistance of a companion;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>1.9 Adapt to venue changes in the event that logistical conditions must change;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>1.10 Withstand changing environmental factors associated with the EPIC program, including but not limited to, varying air temperatures, varying water temperatures (during paddling activities), rain, snow, ice, direct sun exposure, etc.; and,<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>1.11 When using EPIC transportation: Be able to enter and exit EPIC vehicles independently or with the assistance of a companion.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-144d91c2 gb-tabs__item\">\n\n<p><strong>Note:<\/strong>&nbsp;EPIC Adventures will permit the attendance of an companion at no additional cost to the participant. However, the companion caregiver will be responsible for purchasing their own consumable resources (i.e. food) and individual access fees (i.e. lift tickets) required during the trip. For convenience, EPIC Adventures will provide these resources at cost, if requested. In the event that a participant requests the attendance of a companion caregiver during a trip experience, EPIC Adventures&#8217;s staff will work with the Director of Equal Opportunity\/Affirmative Action\/Compliance to determine the eligibility and implementation protocol for the companion caregiver.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>If you are attending as a companion caregiver, you must have the ability to complete the following requirements:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>2.1 Meet all of the General EEC listed in Section 1, in addition to those listed in 2.2-2.4;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>2.2 Participate in the EPIC program according to activity-specific EEC;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>2.3 Be willing and able to assist in the physical and cognitive needs of your client. This includes, but is not limited to, lifting, pushing, and pulling the weight of your client for the distance and terrain involved in the specifics of each particular program; and,<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>2.4 Offer one-on-one support for your client as needed<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-4d617c59\">\n\n<p><strong>3. Activity Specific EEC<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In addition to the&nbsp;<strong>General EEC<\/strong>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<strong>Companion Caregiver EEC<\/strong>&nbsp;listed above, each EPIC participant and companion caregiver must have the ability to complete the following requirements specific to the program or activity.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-38a7b269\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-06669f1d gb-tabs\" data-opened-tab=\"1\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-4a3446eb gb-tabs__buttons\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-4f3c7213 gb-button-text gb-tabs__button gb-block-is-current\">3.1 Camping<\/button>\n\n\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-01b19420 gb-button-text gb-tabs__button\">3.2 Hiking and Snowshoeing<\/button>\n\n\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-350eebde gb-button-text gb-tabs__button\">3.3 Backpacking<\/button>\n\n\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-aaf99abe gb-button-text gb-tabs__button\">3.4 Cycling<\/button>\n\n\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-9c52445d gb-button-text gb-tabs__button\">3.5 Water Activities<\/button>\n\n\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-861572f6 gb-button-text gb-tabs__button\">3.6 Skiing and Snowboarding<\/button>\n\n\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-4c72a62a gb-button-text gb-tabs__button\">3.7 Climbing<\/button>\n\n\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-f387330e gb-button-text gb-tabs__button\">3.8 Mountaineering<\/button>\n\n\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-b2dc965c gb-button-text gb-tabs__button\">3.9 Caving<\/button>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-14cdde36 gb-tabs__items\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-77c03b44 gb-tabs__item gb-tabs__item-open\">\n\n<p>3.1.1 Physically navigate the campsite in order to attend instructional sessions and toileting needs, independently or with the assistance of a companion caregiver;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>3.1.2 Sleep in tents, on padded ground surfaces according to activity-specific environments. Adaptive equipment approved by EPIC staff is allowed.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-6ba4393b gb-tabs__item\">\n\n<p>3.2.1 Travel over uneven and variable terrain; including but not limited to, uphill and downhill surfaces. Use of adaptive equipment approved by EPIC staff is allowed;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>3.2.2 Travel distances at a slow or moderate pace for up to 1 hour between rest breaks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>3.2.3 For the duration of the activity, carry personal and group gear required for the specific activity in a backpack or lumbar pack, independently or with the assistance of a companion caregiver.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Additional EEC for snowshoeing activities<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>3.2.4 Independently, or with the assistance of a companion caregiver, put on snow-travel equipment; and<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>3.2.5 Independently travel and negotiate through varied snow depths and densities.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-6417d794 gb-tabs__item\">\n\n<p>3.3.1 Meet Camping and Hiking EEC listed above (Sections 3.1 and 3.2.1 through 3.2.3), and those listed here; and<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>3.3.2 Travel over varied wilderness terrain while carrying a backpack weighing up to or exceeding 60 pounds, or 40%-45% of body weight.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-79c72694 gb-tabs__item\">\n\n<p>3.4.1 Wear a properly fitted cycling helmet for the duration of the activity;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>3.4.2 Visually identify routes and hazards, independently or with the assistance of a companion caregiver;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>3.4.3 Independently mount, dismount, sit, and balance on the vehicle for the duration of the activity. Adaptive equipment approved by EPIC staff is allowed;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>3.4.4 Independently, or with the assistance of a companion caregiver, pedal, steer, stop, and negotiate vehicle over a variety of terrain including flat, uphill, downhill, loose dirt, rocks, roots, stumps, and other natural and manmade terrain; and<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>3.4.5 When navigating on roadways, obey traffic laws and be able to visually signal other vehicles.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-de8fad03 gb-tabs__item\">\n\n<p><strong>These EEC include river or lake programs involving flatwater canoes, flatwater stand-up paddleboards, and flatwater kayak activities, as well as river programs involving whitewater rafting and whitewater kayaking.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>3.5.1 Properly wear all equipment required by EPIC staff (e.g. personal flotation device, helmet, etc.);<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>3.5.2 Breathe independently without the use of medical devices to sustain breathing, and be able to hold breath when under water;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>3.5.3 Independently hold head upright without neck or head support;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>3.5.4 Independently remain in an appropriate body position, while in or on the water-craft, for the duration of the activity. Adaptive equipment used to support body positioning approved by EPIC staff is allowed. Note: EPIC may be able to provide trunk, lateral, and back support). Some examples of activity specific appropriate body positions may include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u00b7 Canoe: upright and seated or kneeling position<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u00b7 Kayak: upright, seated and braced position<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u00b7 Raft: upright, seated and braced position<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u00b7 Stand-up Paddleboard: standing, kneeling, or sitting positions, and<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u00b7 Riverboarding: prone position (on stomach)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>3.5.5 While in the water wearing a properly fitted personal flotation device, be able to independently turn from a face-down to a face-up position keeping head above water;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>3.5.6 Enter and exit from the water-craft independently, or with reasonable assistance from a companion caregiver;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>3.5.7 Independently escape from underneath a capsized water-craft;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>3.5.8 Following a capsize, reenter or remount the water-craft independently, or with reasonable assistance from a companion caregiver; and<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>3.5.9 Tolerate varying water temperatures and changing environmental conditions, including but not limited to, strong winds, sun exposure, rain, etc., when provided with proper equipment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u00b7 Rivers and Lakes: 33 to 60 degrees Fahrenheit<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u00b7 Hot Springs: 61 to 110 degrees Fahrenheit<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Additional EEC for whitewater rafting and whitewater kayaking activities<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>3.5.10 Tolerate swift and erratic movement of the water-craft inherent with whitewater activities; and<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>3.5.11 Following an entry into swift moving water, demonstrate the ability to swim aggressively toward the water-craft or away from hazards, while wearing a personal floatation device.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-fcfd9509 gb-tabs__item\">\n\n<p>3.6.1 Properly put on and take off skiing or snowboarding equipment independently, or with the assistance of a companion caregiver;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>3.6.2 Tolerate temperatures below freezing (32\u00b0 F) and strong wind gusts exceeding 60mph;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>3.6.3 Travel on skis or snowboard over varying snow-covered terrain conditions independently, or with the assistance of a companion caregiver. Use of adaptive equipment approved by EPIC staff is allowed;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>3.6.4 After falling down, be able to move away from high traffic areas and get into a position necessary to continue skiing or snowboarding, independently, or with the assistance of a companion caregiver;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>3.6.5 Load, ride, and unload chair-lifts while wearing ski or snowboard equipment independently, or with assistance of a companion caregiver; and<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>3.6.6 Recognize and navigate through in-bounds terrain independently, or with the assistance of a companion caregiver.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-693b0220 gb-tabs__item\">\n\n<p>3.7.1 Properly wear all equipment required by EPIC staff including, but not limited to: harness (seat, chest, or full-body), climbing helmet, etc.;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>3.7.2 Independently, or with the assistance of a companion caregiver, communicate necessary climbing signals. These may include verbal or visual cues;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>3.7.3 Independently control one&#8217;s upright position on a climbing wall, boulder, or rock surface while attempting to ascend. Use of adaptive equipment approved by EPIC staff is allowed; and<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>3.7.4 When bouldering: Appropriately withstand an impact from a fall above head-height onto a crash-pad.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>In order to belay, each participant must be able to:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>3.7.5 Independently and reliably manipulate a climbing rope through a belay device such as an ATC or Gri-Gri;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>3.7.6 Independently maintain a firm grip on the climbing rope for the duration it takes the climber to ascend and descend the climbing or rock wall; and<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>3.7.7 Independently communicate with the climber using visual or verbal cues.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-484e4ff7 gb-tabs__item\">\n\n<p>3.8.1 Meet all Camping (Section 3.1), Hiking and Snowshoeing (Section 3.2), Backpacking (Section 3.3), and Rock Climbing (Section 3.7) EEC listed above, and those listed here;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>3.8.2 After instruction from EPIC staff, independently perform essential tasks without the direct supervision of EPIC staff. 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