Can we safely play a round of disc golf?

[peabody]

I know we have social distance (6 feet between players), but what other precautions need to taken/observed?
1. Have 18 disenfecting wipes and clean putter after each made putt.(maybe a zip lock bag to put the used ones in)
2. Retrieve your own disc( don't touch others discs)
3. Clean hands before getting into vehicle (door handles ect.)
4. Wash putters and hands in soap when you get home.

What other extremely silly-sounding measures would be good to battle this corn-hole virus?
A lot of the courses are closing around here and the ones that are open are going to be well used.

 

[Cgkdisc]

Disposable gloves can replace steps 1 & 3. I've thrown with them on and it works.

 

[BrotherDave]

UV light should be taking care of most of these. Just don't touch/breathe on people and keep your distance.

 

[disco40]

I think I'm okay with the inherent risk of handling a disc out of the chains/basket, but I could be convinced otherwise. Seems very low risk, no?

Goes almost without saying that I'll be playing solo rounds, though.

 

[sisyphus]

I've been doing quite a bit of course work. Seldom another soul around for that.

 

[MarkDSM]

Not playing with fever coughing people, Arriving separate vehicles, not sharing sandwiches, pipes or bottles and keeping the six feet is good. I really don't think that washing / cleaning Discs would do or add much at all.

 

[McCready]

I've read the virus survives in the air and can be transmitted by asymptomatic people. To me, that means someone can simply exhale and you can catch it if you're walking behind them, or a breeze could blow it toward you if you're standing a distance away. I have no idea how likely that is, but it seems like the probability isn't zero. I hope I'm wrong.

My wife has asthma. She's not leaving the house for the foreseeable future, we're having all groceries delivered and all my rounds will be solo. I want no part of this thing.

 

[peabody]

I think I'm okay with the inherent risk of handling a disc out of the chains/basket, but I could be convinced otherwise. Seems very low risk, no?

Goes almost without saying that I'll be playing solo rounds, though.

Most of the baskets where I play are shaded so uv might not work. Chains stay wet with all this rain we're having. Virus can live on surfaces for 24 hours and longer if wet. Around here they're closing playgrounds and yellow tapeing playground equipment. They are mostly metal so our baskets might be just as bad.
So maybe disposable gloves might be the way to go.

 

[ray1970]

I've played several rounds since the craziness started. Even played tags with strangers and high fived and everything. Pretty sure I retrieved several discs from the baskets that weren't mine.

I feel I'm at way greater risk going to the grocery store than I am out in the open enjoying fresh air and a round of disc golf.

 

[paul2432]

I've played several rounds since the craziness started. Even played tags with strangers and high fived and everything. Pretty sure I retrieved several discs from the baskets that weren't mine.

I feel I'm at way greater risk going to the grocery store than I am out in the open enjoying fresh air and a round of disc golf.

This isn't about craziness. It's literally about life or death. The worst has yet to come. The life you save may be yours or someone close to you. Please take it seriously.

 

[ejvogie]

I'll play a round with other people, but Imma ask you to clear the basket before I putt.

 

[Hampstead]

Keep it 6' and don't touch anyone's discs.

 

[BogeyNoMore]

To think this really is about common sense in the current climate: don't touch anyone else's disc and keep plenty of space between people. Given the size of a course, there's no reason to come within 10 ft of anyone. Clear the basket after you hole out.

If there's a decent restroom available, washing your hands before you grab the wheel makes sense.

I've always kept a bottle of rubbing alcohol in my car with some band aids and paper towels. I've already used it several times over the past week or so to disinfect my hands before getting in my car after playing. Probably don't really need to, but it's already in my driver's side door compartment staring at me when I open the door... I'd feel stupid not using it at this point.

It's all about minimizing exposure: yours and everyone else's.

 

[teemkey]

I've been out twice this week, playing normally, and I'm

 

[Jukeshoe]

*peaks out from doomsday bunker*

 

[BigFlickLuke]

I'm just playing solo. No worries.

 

[ru4por]

To think this really is about common sense in the current climate: don't touch anyone else's disc and keep plenty of space between people. Given the size of a course, there's no reason to come within 10 ft of anyone. Clear the basket after you hole out.

If there's a decent restroom available, washing your hands before you grab the wheel makes sense.

I've always kept a bottle of rubbing alcohol in my car with some band aids and paper towels. I've already used it several times over the past week or so to disinfect my hands before getting in my car after playing. Probably don't really need to, but it's already in my driver's side door compartment staring at me when I open the door... I'd feel stupid not using it at this point.

It's all about minimizing exposure: yours and everyone else's.

I think Bogey is right on....common sense. Playing disc golf is riskier than sheltering in place. Though, I don't think the risk is very large. Just think about where others may touch. Don't check the mailbox on hole one for scorecards. Don't open the pencil box on the kiosk. Maybe avoid grabbing the top of the basket when retrieving your putter. Obviously, keep at least six feet between players, don't touch other's discs. Don't share anything. If it ain't yours, keep your hands off of it.

I don't think I would be using any public restrooms. The door handle alone is an issue, IMO. I don't believe that any of our park systems here have any public facilities open, at this point.

Great idea to keep some rubbing alcohol in the car. Part of my usual disc golf kit includes some dish washing liquid and disposable towels for poison ivy mitigation, Bogey has prompted me to using it, post rounds.

I have to get out of the freaking house. Disc golf on Sat and Sun will hopefully sate the need.

 

[ru4por]

I've played several rounds since the craziness started. Even played tags with strangers and high fived and everything. Pretty sure I retrieved several discs from the baskets that weren't mine.

I feel I'm at way greater risk going to the grocery store than I am out in the open enjoying fresh air and a round of disc golf.

Be safe and educate yourself.

 

[zgmc]

I've read the virus survives in the air and can be transmitted by asymptomatic people. To me, that means someone can simply exhale and you can catch it if you're walking behind them, or a breeze could blow it toward you if you're standing a distance away. I have no idea how likely that is, but it seems like the probability isn't zero. I hope I'm wrong.

My wife has asthma. She's not leaving the house for the foreseeable future, we're having all groceries delivered and all my rounds will be solo. I want no part of this thing.

The virus can survive on surfaces for a while apparently. You might want to wipe down the groceries before putting them away.

 

[ThrowBot]

UV light should be taking care of most of these. Just don't touch/breathe on people and keep your distance.

Is there a citation for this? Because I have a SWEET ultraviolet flashlight for glow, and if that is satisfactory disinfectant that'll save me a lot of soap/water/maybe hand dryness.

I heard Dustin Keegan is staunchly opposed to use of UV lights, for what it's worth