athlete in a sit cross country ski with a guideGroup of nordic skiersAn OAS volunteer in an orange vest holds nordic skis to the side, smiling to greet an athlete in a black coat outside of the lodge.

OAS offers instruction and guides for nordic skiing and snowshoeing. Nordic skiing and snowshoeing are great for many individuals to access the beauty of Oregon’s outdoors in wintertime. These experiences are offered at the Mt. Bachelor Nordic Center depending on snow and conditions.

Athlete Registration

Registration

Register for Community Nordic Here

Nordic Ski and Snowshoe Details

Join OAS on Wednesday and Sunday mornings for our Community Nordic Program! All experience levels are welcome. Nordic skiing & snowshoeing are great ways to move your body, meet new OAS friends, and/or share an experience with your own friends and family. Family and friends of athletes are welcome to join. This is a no cost program.

Please register in advance. OAS adaptive equipment is first come first serve. Registered participants will have access to nordic rental equipment, nordic adaptive equipment, Mt Bachelor Nordic Passes, and transportation if needed. If you have your own equipment, feel free to bring it!

Days and Times

Community Nordic will run from January 12 to April 20, 2025

  • Wednesdays, 9:30 AM – 12 PM
  • Sundays, 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM

Transportation Offered

OAS offers transportation for up to 12 individuals from The Mt Bachelor Park & Ride or Westside Starbucks to the Mt Bachelor Nordic Center. Priority will go to those with the highest need. Select your pick-up time and location when you register.

Wednesday Departure Schedule:

  • Mt Bachelor Park & Ride at 8:45 AM | SW Columbia St, Bend, OR 97702
  • West Side Starbucks at 8:55 AM | 320 SW Century Dr, Bend, OR 97702

Sunday Departure Schedule:

  • Mt Bachelor Park & Ride at 9:15 AM | SW Columbia St, Bend, OR 97702
  • West Side Starbucks at 9:25 AM | 320 SW Century Dr, Bend, OR 97702

Adaptive Equipment

Adaptive sports are a unique experience for each individual. The following information is intended to give you a broad understanding of the adaptive disciplines we instruct and some of the equipment that is used in each of them. There are many adaptations and variations within each discipline.

Adaptive Nordic Skiing Equipment

two nordic skis under the adjustable frame to accommodate the user

ESKAIP Nordic Ski

The first Nordic ski frame with multiple adjustments, Eskaip allows each skier to find his or her position. The possibilities of adjusting the height and angle of the seat and modifying the centre of gravity bring comfort and efficiency to your practice. The high-performance aluminium construction guarantees reliability and lightness.

Nordic Sit Skiing Adaptive Equipment

Nordic Sit Ski

Nordic skiing is a fun alternative to typical downhill skiing. OAS has two sit down nordic skis available for use on nordic lessons or nordic programming.

youth cross country skiing classic style

Nordic Skis

Nordic skiing is a fun alternative to typical downhill skiing. Nordic skiing is typically performed on flatter terrain using narrow skis with boots that can be raised off the ski at the heel when striding. There are two main types: classic and skate skiing.

Slide Unique

The second generation of the Slide Unique remains the lightest and most adjustable offering on the market. To meet the needs of stand up skiers the Slide Unique now offers a balance of infinite adjustment and strong hold through a combination of tooled clamps and pinned positions. Custom clamps have been sourced to improve ease of use while its custom boot allows tool-less size changes.