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List of Events
OAS 25th Anniversary Celebration!
Kickoff the winter season and celebrate OAS' 25th Anniversary at Bend Brewing Company. $1 of every Sno'd In beer goes to support OAS, OAS Hall of Fame Induction ceremony at 5:30pm, SnoPlanks auction, raffle, and more! The celebration starts at 4:00pm, snow or shine!
Mt Bachelor Intro to Assist | New Volunteer Training
Welcome New Volunteers! In this 3 hr on - snow session, new volunteers can expect to complete an on-snow skills check, learn the basics of how to assist on an OAS lesson, what to expect on the day of their assigned lesson, and what OAS expects of them. Both alpine ski and snowboard disciplines are welcome and will be mixed. New volunteers are required to attend one Intro to Assist training session before they assist on any OAS lessons. Prior…
Mt Bachelor Volunteer Training | Ski for Life Coach
Ski for Life Coach | ON-SNOW Volunteer Training Interested in volunteering for our Ski for Life Youth Community Program? Beginning in January, OAS will host Life Skills students from the Bend/LaPine School District* to learn to ski and ride! Students are paired with a Volunteer Coach every week, for a 4 week series. These sessions are offered on Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday Mornings, hosting a different classroom each day of the week. Volunteers who attend this 2 hour, on-snow training…
Mt Bachelor Volunteer Training | VI Guide
Want to help OAS meet the growing demand for VI Guides on the slopes? Join this training to help OAS build a larger pool of Guides on the mountain! Volunteers who attend this 2 hour, on-snow alpine training will learn the basics of guiding experienced athletes with visual impairments (VI) on the slopes. Volunteers who complete this training will complete a skills check before being assigned to guide an athlete. This Training is open to all Return Volunteers. Upon completion…
Mt Bachelor Volunteer Training | Sit Ski Assist and Refresher
Want to learn more about sit skis and how to assist on sit ski lessons? Looking for a seasonal refresh on how to be an effective sit ski assist? All levels of experience with Sit Skis are welcome and encouraged to attend this training session! Volunteers who attend this 2 hour, on-snow alpine training will go over the basics of sit ski lessons, how to load and unload a sit ski, and how to best assist on sit ski lessons.…
Dirsken Derby 14
The 14th Dirksen Derby SnowBoard and Sit Ski Rally is scheduled for December 17-19 at Mt Bachelor! OAS will be on course supporting the event. This edition of the Derby once again features a Sit Ski division including an increased prize fund! HUGE thank you to Josh Dirksen and all of the Derby athletes for supporting OAS by participating in this event. Learn more by visiting the Dirksen Derby website: https://dirksenderby.com/pages/dirksen-derby-14
Mt Bachelor Intro to Assist | New Volunteer Training
Welcome New Volunteers! In this 3 hr on - snow session, new volunteers can expect to complete an on-snow skills check, learn the basics of how to assist on an OAS lesson, what to expect on the day of their assigned lesson, and what OAS expects of them. Both alpine ski and snowboard disciplines are welcome and will be mixed. New volunteers are required to attend one Intro to Assist training session before they assist on any OAS lessons. Prior…
Mt Bachelor Volunteer Training | Ski for Life Coach
Ski for Life Coach | ON-SNOW Volunteer Training Interested in volunteering for our Ski for Life Youth Community Program? Beginning in January, OAS will host Life Skills students from the Bend/LaPine School District* to learn to ski and ride! Students are paired with a Volunteer Coach every week, for a 4 week series. These sessions are offered on Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday Mornings, hosting a different classroom each day of the week. Volunteers who attend this 2 hour, on-snow training…
Mt Bachelor Volunteer Training | VI Guide
Want to help OAS meet the growing demand for VI Guides on the slopes? Join this training to help OAS build a larger pool of Guides on the mountain! Volunteers who attend this 2 hour, on-snow alpine training will learn the basics of guiding experienced athletes with visual impairments (VI) on the slopes. Volunteers who complete this training will complete a skills check before being assigned to guide an athlete. This Training is open to all Return Volunteers. Upon completion…
Mt Bachelor Intro to Assist | New Volunteer Training
Welcome New Volunteers! In this 3 hr on - snow session, new volunteers can expect to complete an on-snow skills check, learn the basics of how to assist on an OAS lesson, what to expect on the day of their assigned lesson, and what OAS expects of them. Both alpine ski and snowboard disciplines are welcome and will be mixed. New volunteers are required to attend one Intro to Assist training session before they assist on any OAS lessons. Prior…
Mt Bachelor Volunteer Training | VI Guide
Want to help OAS meet the growing demand for VI Guides on the slopes? Join this training to help OAS build a larger pool of Guides on the mountain! Volunteers who attend this 2 hour, on-snow alpine training will learn the basics of guiding experienced athletes with visual impairments (VI) on the slopes. Volunteers who complete this training will complete a skills check before being assigned to guide an athlete. This Training is open to all Return Volunteers. Upon completion…
Mt Bachelor Volunteer Training | Sit Ski Assist and Refresher
Want to learn more about sit skis and how to assist on sit ski lessons? Looking for a seasonal refresh on how to be an effective sit ski assist? All levels of experience with Sit Skis are welcome and encouraged to attend this training session! Volunteers who attend this 2 hour, on-snow alpine training will go over the basics of sit ski lessons, how to load and unload a sit ski, and how to best assist on sit ski lessons.…
Mt Bachelor Volunteer Training | Sit Ski Assist and Refresher
Want to learn more about sit skis and how to assist on sit ski lessons? Looking for a seasonal refresh on how to be an effective sit ski assist? All levels of experience with Sit Skis are welcome and encouraged to attend this training session! Volunteers who attend this 2 hour, on-snow alpine training will go over the basics of sit ski lessons, how to load and unload a sit ski, and how to best assist on sit ski lessons.…
Mt Bachelor Volunteer Training | Nordic Assist/Coach
Beginning in January, OAS will be hosting a Nordic Community Day every week on Wednesdays! Join this years on-snow Nordic Training to learn about OAS's nordic program, get familiar with the Mt Bachelor Nordic Center and Trails, and review how to best assist on nordic lessons and community days. This Training is open to all Return Volunteers and New volunteers who have completed an Intro to Assist Training. On Snow Session Dates: Wednesday, January 5th | 9:30am – 11:30am |…
Intro to OAS – New Volunteer Orientation | Virtual via Zoom
Join Oregon Adaptive Sports for an Introduction and Orientation to volunteering! In this info session you will learn about OAS, our mission and vision, and how you can get involved to help make the outdoors more inclusive to people with disabilities. We are looking for intermediate to advanced skiers and snowboarders. All prospective volunteers are required to attend an orientation before attending a training or volunteering on programs. Attending an orientation is the first step to getting involved with OAS! …
HOODOO Intro to Assist | New Volunteer Training
Welcome New Volunteers! In this 3 hr on - snow session, new volunteers can expect to complete an on-snow skills check, learn the basics of how to assist on an OAS lesson, what to expect on the day of their assigned lesson, and what OAS expects of them. Both alpine ski and snowboard disciplines are welcome and will be mixed. New volunteers are required to attend one Intro to Assist training session before they assist on any OAS lessons. Prior…
Hoodoo Volunteer Training | Sit Ski Assist
Want to learn more about sit skis and how to assist on sit ski lessons? Looking for a seasonal refresh on how to be an effective sit ski assist? All levels of experience with Sit Skis are welcome and encouraged to attend this training session! Volunteers who attend this 2 hour, on-snow alpine training will go over the basics of sit ski lessons, how to load and unload a sit ski, and how to best assist on sit ski lessons.…
Hoodoo Volunteer Training | VI Guide
Want to help OAS meet the growing demand for VI Guides on the slopes? Join this training to help OAS build a larger pool of Guides on the mountain! Volunteers who attend this 2 hour, on-snow alpine training will learn the basics of guiding experienced athletes with visual impairments (VI) on the slopes. Volunteers who complete this training will complete a skills check before being assigned to guide an athlete. This Training is open to all Return Volunteers. Upon completion…
Hoodoo Volunteer Training | Sit Ski Assist
Want to learn more about sit skis and how to assist on sit ski lessons? Looking for a seasonal refresh on how to be an effective sit ski assist? All levels of experience with Sit Skis are welcome and encouraged to attend this training session! Volunteers who attend this 2 hour, on-snow alpine training will go over the basics of sit ski lessons, how to load and unload a sit ski, and how to best assist on sit ski lessons.…
Hoodoo Volunteer Training | Ski/Ride Feedback and Improvement
In this 2 hour on snow training, volunteers will work on their skiing and riding skills and how to fold in feedback. Volunteers will learn what works and what doesn't work to influence performance based results. This clinic is geared toward the skier/rider looking to improve both technical and communication skills on snow. Sessions: Friday, January 7th | 1pm - 3pm | Hoodoo Ski Area Sunday, January 9th | 10am - 12pm | Hoodoo Ski Area Register Here! Questions about…
HOODOO Intro to Assist | New Volunteer Training
Welcome New Volunteers! In this 3 hr on - snow session, new volunteers can expect to complete an on-snow skills check, learn the basics of how to assist on an OAS lesson, what to expect on the day of their assigned lesson, and what OAS expects of them. Both alpine ski and snowboard disciplines are welcome and will be mixed. New volunteers are required to attend one Intro to Assist training session before they assist on any OAS lessons. Prior…
Hoodoo Volunteer Training | Sit Ski Assist
Want to learn more about sit skis and how to assist on sit ski lessons? Looking for a seasonal refresh on how to be an effective sit ski assist? All levels of experience with Sit Skis are welcome and encouraged to attend this training session! Volunteers who attend this 2 hour, on-snow alpine training will go over the basics of sit ski lessons, how to load and unload a sit ski, and how to best assist on sit ski lessons.…
Hoodoo Volunteer Training | Ski/Ride Feedback and Improvement
In this 2 hour on snow training, volunteers will work on their skiing and riding skills and how to fold in feedback. Volunteers will learn what works and what doesn't work to influence performance based results. This clinic is geared toward the skier/rider looking to improve both technical and communication skills on snow. Sessions: Friday, January 7th | 1pm - 3pm | Hoodoo Ski Area Sunday, January 9th | 10am - 12pm | Hoodoo Ski Area Register Here! Questions about…
Hoodoo Volunteer Training | Sit Ski Assist
Want to learn more about sit skis and how to assist on sit ski lessons? Looking for a seasonal refresh on how to be an effective sit ski assist? All levels of experience with Sit Skis are welcome and encouraged to attend this training session! Volunteers who attend this 2 hour, on-snow alpine training will go over the basics of sit ski lessons, how to load and unload a sit ski, and how to best assist on sit ski lessons.…
Hoodoo Volunteer Training | VI Guide
Want to help OAS meet the growing demand for VI Guides on the slopes? Join this training to help OAS build a larger pool of Guides on the mountain! Volunteers who attend this 2 hour, on-snow alpine training will learn the basics of guiding experienced athletes with visual impairments (VI) on the slopes. Volunteers who complete this training will complete a skills check before being assigned to guide an athlete. This Training is open to all Return Volunteers. Upon completion…
5th Annual Ski For All
Join us for the 5th Annual Ski For All, back live and in-person at Mt Bachelor! The Ski For All is an all-day, all-abilities, ski-a-thon and a showcase of the OAS vision in action. Over 200 participants including dozens of adaptive athletes will challenge themselves to ski and ride and much as they can in one way while completing various challenges all while raising funds to support the OAS mission. Registration for the event includes base area breakfast, grab 'n…