Updated: May 23, 2021
Please Note: Protocols are subject to change based on recommendations from CDC, state and federal laws, and/or local Department of Health recommendations.
Arrival & Shuttle Protocol:
— All participants will need to show proof of COVID-19 vaccination; OR show proof of a negative COVID-19 test (antigen or PCR), taken within 72 hours prior to your program’s start date, upon arrival at the Feathered Pipe Ranch.
— Upon arrival at the airport, all guests should inform Feathered Pipe staff if they are in any way feeling ill.
— A maximum of nine passengers may travel in the shuttle at any one time and we will require masks to be worn during transport on the shuttle.
— Feathered Pipe staff will clean/sanitize the shuttle’s interior between each transport.
— Upon arrival at the Feathered Pipe Ranch, all guests and staff will have their temperature checked via infrared thermometer.
All Indoor Common Area Protocol:
— Masks recommended inside all common areas (i.e. Main Hall, Dining Hall, Bathhouse).
— Program presenter/teacher will define specific safety protocol for all classes which may or may not include mask wearing.
— Registrants are requested to bring their own mat.
— UV sanitizer for yoga mats will be available for use throughout the program.
— A cleaned/sanitized set of props will be assigned to each participant for the duration of the program.
— Hand sanitizer will be readily available, although hand washing is the best and accessible in all common area facilities.
— Between classes, props, blankets and mats should be cleared by program participants in a manner that will allow staff to clean/sanitize the entire room.
Dining Hall/Meal Time Protocol:
— Hand sanitizer will be readily available, although hand washing is the best and accessible in all common area facilities.
— Meals will be self-serve buffet with all guests asked to wear a mask while getting food.
— Staff is required to wear masks when preparing/serving food in the kitchen and dining hall.
— During meals, a maximum of five people may sit at any one table.
— Outside dining is available with social distancing requested.
— Absolutely no guests are allowed in the kitchen.
Accommodations Protocol:
— Housekeeping will thoroughly clean/sanitize all accommodations between programs.
— General housekeeping is available on a daily basis with all staff wearing masks while in the room and following health department safety guidelines
Bathhouse Protocol:
— Hand sanitizer will be readily available, although hand washing is the best and accessible in all common area facilities.
— A limit of four people in the changing room at any one time is requested.
— A limit of six people in the sink/shower area at any one time is requested.
— Hot tub and sauna will open with restrictions – maximum of four people at any one time are allowed in the sauna, maximum of two in the hot tub.
Bodywork & Massage Protocol:
— Bodywork and massage will be available in a modified form that follows all health department protocol, with both caregiver and receiver being required to wear mask.
— All equipment and facilities within the bodywork and massage therapy room will be cleaned/sanitized by staff between individual sessions.
Staff Protocol:
— All staff will be required to show proof of COVID-19 vaccination; OR show proof of a negative COVID-19 test (antigen or PCR) on an ongoing, periodic basis.
— Before starting a work shift, all staff is required to have their temperature taken via infrared thermometer.
— If a staff member in any way feels sick before or during a work shift, they are required to report to management immediately and will be sent home immediately.
Quarantine Protocol:
— If a participant becomes ill during a program, the participant must immediately come forward and inform staff.
— A quarantine accommodation will be available on the Feathered Pipe Ranch grounds for anyone who may potentially be suffering from infection for the duration of program.
— If quarantine is necessary after the end date of the program, Feathered Pipe will assist in locating a suitable accommodation in Helena for the participant.
— The Feathered Pipe Foundation, however, WILL NOT be held responsible for any ensuing housing, medical, or travel delay/change/cancellation costs due to quarantine and/or illness.
*We STRONGLY URGE all program participants to purchase travel insurance with substantial COVID-19 coverage immediately upon finalizing registration. We recommend roamright.com or travelexinsurance.com, which both offer excellent coverage at a reasonable rate.