Volunteers are the core of Oregon Adaptive Sports. We welcome enthusiastic and dedicated volunteers age 18+ to join our team. All new volunteers must attend a new volunteer orientation and one annual season training. Please be familiar with the OAS Volunteer Manual and Disability Etiquette Pamphlet.
All volunteers may be subject to a background screening.
Summer Volunteers
Summer programming includes adaptive mountain biking, cycling, gravel riding, golf, and an occasional kayak/paddle board event. If you enjoy riding loops around Pine Nursery Park, supporting OAS staff on trail, or just want to spend time outside with other community members, we have opportunities for you!
Summer Volunteers range in experience from recreational cyclists, paddlers, and golfers to intermediate and advanced mountain bikers. Learn more when you sign up for a New Volunteer Orientation!
Follow the OAS newsletter for 2025 Summer updates, thank you.
New Volunteers
New Volunteer Orientation – Summer
All new summer volunteers are required to attend an orientation and training before assisting on programs. New volunteer orientations for summer are held at the OAS Office in Bend, OR in May. OAS onboards and trains new volunteers twice a year before the winter and summer program seasons. We are currently taking volunteer applications for Summer 2025!
Orientation Dates:
- Wednesday, May 14th | 5:30pm – 6:30pm
- Saturday, May 17th | 10am – 11am
- Wednesday, May 21st | 5:30pm – 6:30pm
New Volunteer Training
After attending a new volunteer orientation, volunteers can sign up one or more volunteer program trainings. Volunteers are required to train for the programs they wish to support.
Adaptive Community Cycling Training
- Wednesday, May 28th | 4:00pm – 6:00pm
- Saturday, May 31st | 9:00am – 11:00am
- Ongoing Wednesday evenings and Saturday mornings in June (on-program Training)
Adaptive Gravel Ride Training
- Tuesday mornings in June | 8:30am – 1pm (on-program Training)
Adaptive Mountain Bike Training (aMTB)
- Thursday, May 29th | 10am – 12pm
- Saturday, May 31st | 1pm – 3pm
Adaptive Golf Training
- On-Program Training
Apply to be a Summer Volunteer below!
Return Volunteers
Complete Your Seasonal Update
Login to your OAS MyImpact Account and select yes/no to 2025 Summer Programs under My Profile > Additional Information > Seasonal Volunteer Involvement.
Attend a Return Volunteer Info Session
Join OAS Staff for a required virtual info session about the upcoming summer season. Program training is based on your volunteer goals and skillset. This virtual session will prepare you for the season ahead and include training recommendations & requirements, how to navigate your OAS MyImpact for self scheduling, and important seasonal updates.
Summer Info Sessions Dates:
- Tuesday, May 20th | 5:15pm – 6pm
- Thursday, May 22nd | 12pm – 12:45pm
- Tuesday, May 27th | 5:15pm – 6pm
- Thursday, May29th | 12pm – 12:45pm
Volunteer Login
All New and Returning volunteers that have an OAS MyImpact Volunteer Account can login below to sign up for training and volunteer opportunities.
Questions? Please contact us at info@oregonadaptivesports.org
Winter Volunteers
Winter program volunteers are confident, intermediate to advanced riders that provide support for private alpine lessons, snowboard lessons, and community nordic sessions. OAS welcomes volunteers to participate with our adaptive winter programs at any of our three mountain locations: Hoodoo, Mt. Bachelor, and Mt. Ashland. Currently, OAS offers an adaptive nordic program at Mt. Bachelor.
New Volunteers
The OAS team is grateful for support from our local community! We understand you may have the capacity to give your skills on the slopes and missed the November orientations, but due to resource constraints we are not accepting any more new volunteers this season.
In order to continue providing athletes their Best Days Ever on the slopes, OAS does need your support still. Consider staying connected by following our socials or attending community events benefitting OAS listed on our Events Calendar, participating in our annual Ski for All, sharing the mission of OAS with your friends/family, or donating to support expanded access this season.
New Volunteer Orientation – Winter
All new winter volunteers are required to attend an orientation and training before assisting on programs. New volunteer orientations for Hoodoo Ski Area and Mt Bachelor are held in November. OAS onboards and trains new volunteers twice a year before the winter and summer program seasons. Orientation and training dates for Winter 2026 will be announced in September 2025. Thank you!
Orientation Dates:
- Mid November 2025
New Volunteer Training
After attending a new volunteer orientation, new volunteers be able to register for on-snow training at your preferred mountain. You can volunteer at any OAS location after training!
Mt. Bachelor – Mid December 2025
Mt Bachelor Community Nordic Training – Early January 2026
Hoodoo Ski Area – Early January 2026
Mt Ashland – Mid January 2026
Skill Check Videos
Wondering if you have the skillset for winter programs? Check out our skill check videos!
Return Volunteers
Complete Your Seasonal Update
Login to your OAS MyImpact Account and select yes/no to 2024-25 Winter Programs under My Profile > Additional Information > Seasonal Volunteer Involvement.
Attend a Return Volunteer Info Session
Join OAS Staff for a required virtual info session about the upcoming winter season. On-snow training is optional this season, based on your volunteer goals. This virtual session will prepare you for the season ahead and include training recommendations & requirements, how to navigate your OAS MyImpact for self scheduling, and important seasonal updates.
All return volunteer info sessions have been completed for the 2025 Winter Season. If you missed this opportunity, and are committed to volunteering this season, please reach out to info@oregonadaptivesports.org
Classroom Trainings
Recorded over zoom, Melodie Buell, OAS Education & Training Manager, gives instructors & coaches more information on working with OAS athletes.
Volunteer Role Descriptions
Program Volunteer Roles
Volunteer Technicians
Are you experienced with mountain bike suspension, ski binding mounting and adjustments, waxing/edging winter equipment, or the mechanics of adaptive equipment? Then we need your support as volunteer technicians are a necessary part of an athlete’s experience on the hill. Those interested can email the OAS equipment manager at jared@oregonadaptivesports.org on eligibility.
Volunteer Assist
Volunteer assistants work closely with an OAS instructor to handle equipment, aid the participant, and join in on the activity. Assistants will follow the lead of an instructor to best support the adaptive athlete.
Volunteer Coaches
Volunteer coaches provide basic instruction for athletes in group programs or students attending an OAS Ski for Life session. You will work closely with athletes to provide guidance towards skill development during their lesson. Coaches have previously assisted on private lessons with an instructor and are familiar with OAS protocols and procedures.
Volunteer Instructor
Instructors are trained to assume full responsibility for an OAS athlete, working closely with them to provide guidance towards their skill development potentially with the support of volunteer assistants. The Instructor’s role is to teach a lesson while facilitating independence. These are volunteers with significant experience and training.
Outreach & Administrative Volunteer Roles
Outreach Volunteers
Want to promote the #OASStoke to the community? We are looking for volunteers to represent OAS at our booth during community events. You will coordinate with an OAS staff member and support during the event by answering questions about OAS, setting up/take-down of booth, and being an amazing ambassador of OAS! Please plan on attending ether the Winter or Summer new volunteer orientation to get started with the onboarding process and email the OAS Development Director for more information.
Development Volunteers
After attending a new volunteer orientation, if you want to help support key campaigns through teamwork and cultivation of relationships with local community members. This may involve joining a committee for special events such as our First Chair Gala and Ski for All to supporting a booth at community fundraising events. Your support raises critical support and expands OAS’s reach. Please plan on attending ether the Winter or Summer new volunteer orientation to get started with the onboarding process and email the OAS Development Director for more information.
