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2020 Malibu Rider Experience North MUST READ – COVID-19 SOCIAL DISTANCING EVENT GUIDELINES INCLUDED

COVID-19 SOCIAL DISTANCING GUIDELINES – MUST READThe WWA is implementing social distancing guidelines effective immediately at all WWA sanctioned events in an effort to minimize the spread of COVID-19 in our communities.  Events are only possible if we all maintain the federal, CDC, state and local guidelines. We appreciate everyone doing their part so events are able to operate and do not get shut down.

Attention: In accordance with the guidelines set forth, we will be taking temperatures for all event participants upon arrival before a rider is able to check-in each day. If anyone has a temperature reading greater than 100.4* F they will not be able to remain on the event site. We encourage all participants to take their temperature before arriving at the event.
Food & Beverage
Food and water will not be available for purchase on site at this event. Participants may bring their own or purchase food off site.  Coolers are welcome. No alcoholic beverages allowed.

Overview:
The WWA will adhere to and operate in compliance with all public health authorities and local and state government guidelines regarding social distancing pertinent to the location of the event being held. In adhering to compliant efforts onsite, event crowd numbers will not exceed the guidelines currently set forth by the CDC. The WWA will provide face coverings to all event participants and advise that any event bystanders are wearing masks when electing to be in the vicinity of the event grounds and will be strictly advised to not congregate in large groups.High risk individuals, including older adults and people with pre-existing medical conditions that appear to be more vulnerable to becoming severely ill with the virus are recommended to avoid events involving groups at this time and/or to take all recommended precautions to protect themselves.Event ProceduresAll WWA event staff will be required wear face masks throughout the duration of the event.All participants will have their temperature taken at rider check-in each day of the event. Riders will not be able to receive a wristband to go onto the dock or rider staging area until their temperature has been taken. The starting dock will be limited to one participant and the dock starter in order to avoid unnecessary congregations of people. Event Participants ages 9 & under may have one parent with a face covering accompany them on a dock. Participants will not be able to store their equipment in the start dock area and are advised to keep equipement with them or in their locked vehicle at all times.Only event staff will be allowed in the event boats during the contest.During Shreddin’ Saturdays demo rides, we will keep the capacity in the boats limited to 25% in order to maintain social distancing.All WWA staff will monitor and enforce social distancing policies throughout the duration of the event.All event surfaces and high-touch areas will be wiped down and disinfected every thirty minutes as recommended by CDC guidelines.Line distancing will be implemented in the registration and information area of the event in order to prevent grouping of participants.In order to avoid extended face-to-face interaction between event participants and staff, participants MUST complete all necessary event and registration paperwork prior to arriving to the event site and attempting to check-in at the registration area. All event participants are advised to avoid person-to-person contact such as shaking hands. All event participants will be advised to not congregate in large groups of people to socialize while at the event site. Event SiteThe event site layout will be planned out and constructed with social distancing standards in place.The event tents will be setup in a specific formation that creates a measured space in between each other.Proper cleaning supplies will be available to all event participants, staff, and officials. Cleaning supplies are not limited to and may include hand-washing stations, hand sanitizer, tissues, and cleaning wipes. Event whip flags and additional competition markers will be spaced out every twelve feet to provide visual distance cues for event participants.All staff tents will have clear walls and barriers in order to prevent unnecessary contact.Spectators and participants will not be allowed to congregate under WWA tents. Participants are encouraged to bring their own tents or umbrellas for shade. FULL WWA SOCIAL DISTANCING GUIDELINES
Rider Check-In Information
 Rider Check-In:           
Location:                     Lake Anna State Park – Picnic Area B
                                     6800 Lawyers Road
                                     Spotsylvania, VA 22551
Time:                           Saturday, July 11th from 9AM-3PM                                     Sunday, July 12th from 8-8:30 AM
In order to reduce person-to-person contact, all participants should complete registration and WWA Membership online before arriving on site!
All participants must be current WWA Members in order to participate in the contest portion of the event. 
Click HERE to purchase a One Event WWA Membership or Click HERE to purchase a WWA Annual Membership.

Event Format
-All Amateur divisions will have one round of competition. Jr. Pro will have two rounds of competition
-Each rider will get two passes through the course.
-All Wakeboard divisions will get 1 pickup after a fall, the run will end after the 2nd fall.
-All Wakeskate, Wakesurf and Adaptive Divisions will get 2 pickups after a fall, the run will end after the 3rd fall.

Riding Order
The riding order will be posted and appear in the WWA Rideline App at approximately 8:45 AM.  

Event Results
All event results will be posted in the WWA Rideline app.  Be sure to claim your profile and add your headshot so it shows up with your results!

Awards
Awards will be done approximately 30 minutes after each division’s final results are posted throughout the day versus waiting and awarding all at the end of the event in order to reduce gatherings.

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