female hiker who is blind hiking with her guide dogs and two guidesyouth and adults posing for a photo while hiking near Sparks Lake

 

OAS offers of variety of hiking experiences for individuals with disabilities including those with visual impairments, mobility impairments, and other disabilities. With trails in all directions, Bend is a premier location for hikers near and far.

Trail options range from in town favorites like Riverbend Park and Shevlin Park, to the Deschutes River Trail, and up into the Cascades! Let OAS staff and volunteers help you get out into nature and to explore the vast pine, alpine, and high desert scenery that makes Central Oregon an outdoor summer destination.

Join OAS’s Hiking Series at Riverbend Park and various locations around Central OR. To see upcoming dates and to register for the next outing, please visit our Events Page for upcoming hikes!

Athlete Registration

Rates and Fees

Thanks to the generous support of the OAS community, all hiking summer programs are free of charge.

Adaptive Hiking Programs

Hiking Riverbend Park

  • Summer 2023 Dates: June 6th, July 11th, and August 1st 
  • 8:00am – 11:00am | Arrive ready to hike at 8:00am
  • Riverbend Park | 799 SW Columbia St, Bend, OR 97702 | Meet @ the Pavilion next to the Kayak Structure
  • Learn more and Sign up Here!

Explore Central Oregon 

  • Summer 2023 Dates and Locations*:
    • June 13th – Benham Falls and River Trail
    • July 18th – Shevlin Park
    • August 8th – The Metolius River (from Fish Hatchery)
  • 7:45am – 12:30pm – 2:00pm depending on the location
  • Transportation provided. Departs from OAS warehouse in Bend, OR
  • Learn more and Sign up Here!

* Locations subject to change based on weather and summer air quality

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 Summer Equipment

athlete hitting golf ball from solo rider adaptive golf cart

Adaptive Golf Cart

For individuals with lower body mobility or significant balance challenges, the adaptive golf carts are a great option. These golf carts have adaptations to not only make piloting them easier (gas, brakes, steerings) but also has a swiveling seat that tilts to help support the golfer in a standing position. Awbrey Glen Golf Club owns two of the SoloRider model adaptive golf carts which OAS has access to for programs.

off road hand cyclist on trail

Adaptive Off-Road Handcycles and Recumbents

Handcycles work well for those athletes with limited leg strength or mobility. The pedals usually operated by the legs/feet are designed so that they be operated by the hands/arms instead. These bikes are usually configured in a recumbent or prone/kneeling position. 

OAS Fleet Includes:
Reactive Adaptations Nuke w/ E-Assist
Reactive Adaptations Bomber
Lasher All Terrain Handcycle
Lasher All Terrain Handcycle – Full Suspension w/ E-Assist

Kids – Reactive Adaptations Wildcat

Ice Full Fat

youth on hand cycle

Adaptive On-Road Handcycles and Recumbents

Handcycles work well for those athletes with limited leg strength or mobility. The pedals usually operated by the legs/feet are designed so that they be operated by the hands/arms instead. These bikes are usually configured in a recumbent or sitting position.

OAS On Road Fleet Includes:
Freedom Ryder FRH-1
Top End Force 2
Top End Excelerator
Top End Excelerator XLT
Kids – Quickie

Bowhead RX

The Bowhead RX™ integrates the Bowhead FLOW™ articulating front-end from our award-winning Bowhead Reach™bike with the new single-pivot MX-style rear swingarm and suspension system for a nimble and agile ride. Traversing off-cambered and rough terrain is a breeze, and the RX provides endless opportunities for access and exploration whether you’re hammering down a paved road, navigating a gravel track, flowing cross-country, or shredding single-track mountain trails. The RX features the Bosch Performance CX eMTB motor and electronics system that provides seamless torque-sensing assistance, amplifying the power of arms by up to 3.5 times, and the electronic shifting SRAM Eagle 12-speed drivetrain. The motor and batteries are mounted mid-bike, through a superbike MotoGP-style aluminum subframe, to create the ideal low center of gravity and roll. The RX is uniquely tuned to each riders’ thirst-for- adventure profile to provide a truly custom experience.

E-Lasher ATH-FS

The ATH-FS is a rugged full suspension magnesium frame handcycle with Fox Shox shock absorbers on all three wheels. It is specifically designed for off road adventures with a patented front fork shock design that provides a smooth ride even in the most demanding terrain. Fully adjustable depth and angle seat back settings allow for a high degree of control and adjustment for maximum comfort. All wheel hydraulic disc brakes offer superior stopping power.

girl kneeling arranging golf balls with clubs in the background

Golf Clubs

OAS has a number of standard golf club sets that can be used by individuals looking to golf.

ICE Full Fat

An expedition-tough trike, originally designed for record-setting, the Full Fat combines durability, reliability and specialist features for conquering the most challenging terrain. Rough trails, sand, snow, and mud; if you pedal, it’ll take you there.

athlete kayaking using paddle support y bar on lake

Kayaking Adaptations

Kayaking can be adapted with both equipment and instruction. OAS uses a variety of adaptations to assist athletes when necessary including paddle supports, paddle grip attachment, different paddles and adaptive seats.

Lasher

More than an off-the-shelf handcycle with fat tires, the Lasher Sport ATH (All Terrain Handcycle) was specifically designed for use off road, yet is still very adept on the pavement. A generous 6” of ground clearance helps you get over rough trails and gnarly terrain. That’s enough clearance to pop up or drop down a standard height curb when biking in the concrete jungle.

Fully adjustable depth and angle seat back settings allow for a high degree of control and adjustment for maximum comfort. Front wheel hydraulic disc brake is standard with optional rear wheel brakes available.

Reactive Bomber

With reinforced tubing joints in areas of high stress throughout the frame, the Bomber RS has been built to withstand even the toughest tests on the trail, in the backcountry and yet stay lightweight and agile. The Bomber’s rear suspension provides improved ride quality, downhill speed control and improved traction uphill. The 24” wheels provide increased ground clearance, improved traction, increased speed, and a smoother ride. The replaceable derailleur hanger improves reliability on the trail and longevity for the frame when facing those close calls with rocks and logs.

This off-road handcycle is designed for a rider in the prone body position. This allows the rider to see the terrain ahead more easily and have the advantage of body weight over the crank set for added power. The primary steering is through a single, stock, mountain bike handlebar. This gives the rider the real mountain bike feel. The secondary steering is done through a chest pad. This chest pad has a flat design for decreased pressure points and improved comfort and control for both males and females. The knee rests are molded with fiberglass (see options for carbon fiber upgrades) for greater impact resistance, added strength and reduced weight. Knee rests are reinforced at knee bar area for greater strength and longevity.

Reactive Hammerhead Coming 2023

Based on the Bomber RS with reinforced tubing joints in areas of high stress throughout the frame, the Hammerhead has been built to withstand even the toughest tests on the trail and in the backcountry and yet stay lightweight and agile. The Hammerhead’s front and rear suspension provides improved ride quality, downhill speed control and improved traction uphill. The 26” wheels provide increased ground clearance, improved traction, increased speed, and a smoother ride. The replaceable derailleur hanger improves reliability on the trail and longevity for the frame when facing those close calls with rocks and logs.

This off-road handcycle is designed for a rider in the prone body position. This allows the rider to see the terrain ahead more easily, and have the advantage of body weight over the crank set for added power. The primary steering is through a single, stock, mountain bike handlebar. This gives the rider the real mountain bike feel. The secondary steering is done through a chest pad. This chest pad has a flat design for decreased pressure points and improved comfort and control for both males and females. The knee rests are molded with fiberglass (see options for carbon fiber upgrades) for greater impact resistance, added strength and reduced weight. Knee rests are reinforced at knee bar area for greater strength and longevity.

Reactive Nuke

The NUKE Off Road Recumbent handcycle is a unique, capable, rear wheel drive recumbent handcycle with rear suspension.  Rear wheel drive handcycles are superior and much more capable than their front wheel drive counterparts.  Traction and hill climbing with a rear wheel drive recumbent handcycle are second to none.  The Nuke was developed for riders not able to or not interested in riding in the prone position (kneeling, face down). The recumbent position is preferred by some riders.

The Nuke rear suspension provides improved ride quality, downhill speed control and improved traction uphill. The 24” wheels provide increased ground clearance, improved traction, increased speed, and a smoother ride. The frame joints in the Nuke are reinforced for integrity and reliability out on the trail.

kayaker paddlin on lake

Solo Kayak

A great option for those who have previously paddled or want the autonomy of piloting their own watercraft. We have “sit-in” and “sit on top” styles available.

cyclist on tandem bike in race

Tandem Bike

A tandem cycle is a cycle built for two individuals where the “captain” pilots the tandem bicycle, typically managing the steering and brakes. The “stoker” assists with pedaling. Tandem bikes are a good option for people with visual impairments or disabilities affecting balance.

OAS Fleet Includes:
Trek T900
Santana Sovereign
Hase Pino (recumbent in front)
Burley Tandem

kayakers paddling in tandem boat in the pole pedal paddle race

Tandem Kayak

Tandem kayaks are two person kayaks where an athlete will paddle with a trained volunteer or staff member. These are great for first-time paddlers or those who need the assistance of a guide. OAS fleet includes both “sit-in” and “sit on top” styles.

Adaptive Hiking Equipment