OAS News & Updates

Oregon Adaptive Sports Adds Three New Board Members

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

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.

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 […]

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Ken skiing with family members.

Growing up and growing strong with OAS

Throughout this challenging year OAS has continued to create critical access to the mountains to support athletes like Ken who are growing up with our community.  We hope you appreciate […]

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Countdown to Winter – Summer Equipment Storage

by Matt Porter OAS Staff Hello OAS community! As we transition somewhat abruptly into winter, here are some thoughts on what to do to store your summer gear for next […]

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Countdown to Winter – OAS Grant Program!

by Pat Addabbo, Executive Director Snow is in the forecast for the mountains OAS calls home and we are getting excited for the season ahead! The OAS team is finalizing […]

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Judith Huemann and the 30th Anniversary of the ADA

by Pat Addabbo OAS Executive Director “We have a right to be equal members of society no matter where we live.” – Judith Huemann (pictured, front row 3rd from left) […]

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OAS Releases 2019 Annual Report

2019 was another incredible year for OAS. From partnering with the Governor and Craig Hospital, to the launch of our community programs to the advocacy and individual experiences in between […]

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Celebrating our amazing staff!

100% of our staff are now PSIA-AASI certified – one of the few ski schools in the nation to to have achieved this and a first for OAS! OAS’ goal […]

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Oregon Field Guide: Adaptive Skiing

Oregon Field Guide: Adaptive Skiing 

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text: 'The Dignity of Risk' the background is light snow coverage on the ground with the camera positioned high in the sky offering a bird's eye view of the mountain landscape

The Dignity of Risk

The Dignity of Risk Produced by Outsight Studio thanks to a grant from Travel Oregon. There is power in taking a risk. When we step out of our comfort zones to try new […]

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Ski for All logo over the road up to Mt. Bachelor with the trees lining the road and the large mountain visible ahead.

2nd Annual Ski for All Recap

2nd Annual Ski For All Recap Thanks to Paul Bikis of Adapted the Film for the edit!

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