OAS News & Updates
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Purchasing your own equipment
July 7, 2023 – 3:51 pm
by David Nichols I am proud to announce that I am continuing to improve! Last week was a big week , a major milestone has been reached, I was able […]
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Room to Grow
December 27, 2022 – 11:52 am
With enormous gratitude to Ken and the entire Kumlin Family, we are honored to share Ken’s story, “Room to Grow.” At Oregon Adaptive Sports, we believe everyone should have access […]
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Five years of persistence & determination!
December 13, 2022 – 9:50 am
Donate Now Your support makes stories like Dave’s possible. Please consider making a year-end donation to support OAS. by Dave Nichols: Dear OAS Community: Just over five years ago I […]
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These are the days — OAS winter activities are here at last!
November 18, 2022 – 10:57 am
Written by Dave Nichols Van Morrison’s classic anthem “These are the days” is playing through his headphones. He can’t believe this day has finally come. OAS has made his dream […]
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We ain’t done yet!
September 9, 2022 – 4:56 pm
Written by Dave Nichols I can’t believe it. Labor Day has already come and gone, so too have the summer programs offered by Oregon Adaptive Sports. College football is here! […]
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Comparing the Different Types Adaptive Mountain Bikes at OAS
July 15, 2022 – 10:53 am
Compiled by: Dave Nichols Are you ready for some fun? Come biking this summer with OAS. They have the experience, equipment and the know-how to get you past obstacles along […]
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10 reasons to participate this summer with OAS!
May 20, 2022 – 10:40 am
by David Nichols, May 24th, 2022 Hello, my name is Dave Nichols. Four years ago, I suffered a traumatic brain injury (TBI) while rock climbing near Leavenworth, Washington. As a […]
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Reaching new heights with OAS
December 30, 2021 – 1:02 pm
Empowering Michael to achieve new heights on his bike and to become a dual season OAS athlete was certainly one of our highlights of 2021. Michael’s journey with OAS was […]
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Volunteer this summer with OAS!
May 6, 2021 – 7:21 am
With continued modifications and precautions, OAS is excited to offer a full slate of summer programs and welcome returning and NEW volunteers to help our community continue to breakdown barriers […]
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Oregon Adaptive Sports Adds Three New Board Members
April 7, 2021 – 3:53 pm
Twenty-four years and counting. That’s how long Oregon Adaptive Sports (OAS) has been providing snow opportunities for the people in our community with disabilities. From children to older adults, OAS […]
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Ruffwear Website Features Adaptive Athlete, Anna Soens
April 7, 2021 – 3:23 pm
The performance dog gear brand, Ruffwear, has featured a story about Anna Soens and her four-legged friend, Bernie, right on the homepage of their website! Ruffwear is an outdoor-oriented outfitter […]
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OAS on KTVZ – Adaptive is our middle name.
December 23, 2020 – 9:27 am
OAS commenced its 24th winter programming season this week, once again creating access to the mountains for individuals with disabilities. Central Oregon news outlet KTVZ covered the story: OAS programs […]