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.
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.
Mountain Office Season Dates
Mt. Bachelor: December 15th – April 19th | Monday – Sunday
Hoodoo Ski Area: December 26th – March 29th | Thursday – Sunday
Mt. Ashland: February & March | Fridays Only
New Volunteers
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 at the OAS Office in Bend, OR. OAS onboards and trains new volunteers twice a year before the winter and summer program seasons.
All New Volunteer Orientations have been completed for the 2026 Winter Season and the onboarding process has begun. We are no longer taking new volunteers for this upcoming season. Sign up for our Newsletter to stay up to date on seasonal New Volunteer orientations and onboarding HERE. Thank you!
New Volunteer Training
After attending a new volunteer orientation, new volunteers are able to register for on-snow training at their preferred mountain. You can volunteer at any OAS location after training. Please attend one day of training at the mountain you plan to volunteer most!
Training Dates:
Mt. Bachelor – December 11th – 14th, 2025
Mt Bachelor Community Nordic Training – January 7th & 11th, 2026
Hoodoo Ski Area – January 2nd & 4th, 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 2025-26 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.
Info Session Dates:
- November 10th – 20th, Monday – Thursday
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- Monday/Wednesday | 5:00pm – 5:45pm
- Tuesday/Thursday | 12:00pm – 12:45pm
Questions? Please contact us at info@oregonadaptivesports.org
Classroom Trainings
Recorded over zoom, Melodie Buell, OAS Education & Training Manager, gives instructors & coaches more information on working with OAS athletes.
Summer Volunteers
Summer programming includes adaptive mountain biking, cycling, gravel riding, golf, and paddling. Summer volunteers range in experience from recreational cyclists, paddlers, and golfers to intermediate and advanced mountain bikers. New to summer programming? Learn more when you sign up for a New Volunteer Orientation!
Please follow the OAS newsletter for 2026 Summer updates!
New Volunteer Requirements
New Volunteer Orientation & Trainings – Summer
All new summer volunteers are required to attend an orientation and training before assisting with programs. New volunteer onboarding begins in May for Summer programs. OAS onboards and trains new volunteers twice a year, before the winter and summer program seasons.
New Volunteer Orientation Dates:
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Tuesday, May 19th – 5:30pm – 6:30pm
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Wednesday, May 20th – 5:30pm – 6:30pm – Virtual
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Thursday, May 21st – 5:30pm – 6:30pm
New Volunteer Training Dates:
- Intro to Community Cycling – Wednesday, May 27th | 4pm – 6pm AND Saturday May 30th | 9am – 11am
- Intro to aMTB Assist Training – Friday, May 29th | 9am – 11am AND Saturday, June 20th | 9am – 11am
- Intro to OAS Paddle Program – Friday, July 10th | 11am – 2pm
Return Volunteers
Complete Your Seasonal Update
- Go to My Profile > Additional Information > Seasonal Volunteer Involvement.
- Select Yes/No for 2025 Summer Programs.
Questions? Please contact us at info@oregonadaptivesports.org
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.
