The OAS Breaking Barriers Blog

Sophie, a blonde woman riding a Bowhead adaptive mountain bike, stops to chat on a wooden bridge over the river. She chats with Melodie, O-A-S instructor who stands over her bike.

OAS Media Feature | In Bend, Oregon, Outdoor Adventure Belongs to Everyone

Article Share from Conde Nast Traveler We were honored to share a slice of Bend with Sophie during her visit—not just out on the trails for a mountain bike ride, […]

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Melodie, Dave, and Jared pose for a photo in the O-A-S warehouse

A Wonderful Weekend with OAS

By Dave Nichols Back in Bend – With a Purpose Yet again, I had a wonderful time in Central Oregon with OAS! I live in Portland, where my priority is […]

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Molly on an adaptive mountain bike with hand cycle capacity. the orange mountain

A Spark to a Life Reimagined

We first connected with Molly in 2008, when she came to OAS looking to ski. What none of us expected was how that experience would ignite something much greater — […]

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Spring Newsletter 2025

Image Description The webpage features images of Ski For All participants in their shiny disco helmets enjoying the snow; adaptive athlete Anna Soens on the podium alongside ski racers, and […]

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Joanna in her sit-ski comes down the slope unassisted with a few 2-track skiers visible from behind

OAS Media Feature | Creating an Adaptive Oregon

Oregon Adaptive Sports: Breaking barriers, elevating adventure | Visit Bend “What began in 1996 as a small group of volunteers determined to get more kids on the mountain has grown […]

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sit skier shreds down the slope

OAS Recognized as 3rd Best US Adaptive Skiing Program

Article Share from Powder Magazine Powder Magazine featured OAS as the 3rd best adaptive skiing program in the US! In our 2034 Strategic Vision we outlined goals to become a […]

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A van with OAS on it and new tires, Les Schwab employees with two OAS staff stand in front of van smiling outside

OAS Media Features | Fall 2024

10 Winter Things to Do in Eugene, OR | Rent.com “At Hoodoo Ski Area, however, even “People with disabilities can experience adaptive skiing and/or snowboarding with the nonprofit Oregon Adaptive Sports. […]

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Pursuit of Happiness: Kipp Wesslen

This Giving Tuesday, we’re reflecting on a question that connects us all: What is happiness? For many, it’s found in moments of enjoyment, satisfaction and purpose. Moments that OAS works […]

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Fall Newsletter 2024

Image Description The newsletter content contains several images of adaptive athletes cycling, a group on skis, and a large crowd at the First Chair Gala. Text content written below. 2024 […]

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Cyle Oregon Rally 2024 Trip Report

About the Ride OAS was able to support 6 athletes for the 2024 Cycle Oregon Rally! The Rally is a multi-day supported road ride through Oregon’s most iconic bike routes. […]

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Athlete Spotlight: Julie Lorenzen

Introduction Julie was one of five athletes at OAS’ Crank Camp in August. As a new athlete with OAS, Julie was connected through a friend as she began recovery after […]

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An Ode to the Warehouse

Growth As we approach 30 years of creating access to adaptive outdoor recreation, moving to a new headquarter location matches the growing needs of the organization. Over a year ago, […]

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