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. Currently, OAS offers an adaptive nordic program at Mt. Bachelor.
Mountain Office 26/27 Season Dates
Mt. Bachelor: December 21st – April 18th | Monday – Sunday
Hoodoo Ski Area: December 26th – March 28th | Thursday – Sunday
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 with in Bend, OR. OAS onboards and trains new volunteers twice a year before the winter and summer program seasons. Apply below to begin your onboarding process!
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 18th – 20th, 2026
Mt Bachelor Community Nordic Training – January 3rd & 6th, 2027
Hoodoo Ski Area – January 8th & 10th, 2027
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 26/27 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 9th – 13th, 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.
Sign up for our Newsletter to stay up to date on seasonal New Volunteer orientations and onboarding HERE. Thank you!
New Volunteer Orientation Dates:
- Check back in March 2027 for Summer 2027 Orientation Dates
New Volunteer Training Dates:
- Check back in March 2027 for Summer 2027 Training Dates
Return Volunteers
Complete Your Seasonal Update – Available in March 2027
- Go to My Profile > Additional Information > Seasonal Volunteer Involvement.
- Select Yes/No for 2027 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.
