Oregon Adaptive Sports

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Turns & Berms is back for year five, and applications close THIS Friday, March 6.In partnership with the Kelly Brush Fou...
03/03/2026

Turns & Berms is back for year five, and applications close THIS Friday, March 6.

In partnership with the Kelly Brush Foundation, this long weekend blends two mornings skiing at Mt. Bachelor with three afternoons mountain biking through the Deschutes National Forest, plus shared meals, trail talk, and the kind of community that makes the whole thing more than just a camp.

This experience is open to U.S. based skiers with paralysis from an acquired spinal cord injury who ski at an advanced intermediate level or above, and it is built for athletes who are excited to push themselves, show up fully, and spend a spring weekend chasing both snow and dirt with a crew that understands.

If this one has been on your bucket list, this is your sign to apply by March 6. Apply at https://oregonadaptivesports.org/events/turns-and-berms-application-due-dat/

Image description: Narrow dirt trail bordered by shrubs and trees. An athlete smiles while riding an adaptive mountain bike with hand cycles through a berm, wearing a green helmet, sunglasses, and a blue “Turns & Berms” jersey, with another rider following behind.

A big thank you to our Skyliner and Sunrise Ski For All sponsors. This event is built by people who show up, and their s...
03/03/2026

A big thank you to our Skyliner and Sunrise Ski For All sponsors. This event is built by people who show up, and their support strengthens every team, every fundraiser, and every dollar raised toward our $225,000 goal. Our sponsors are the first step in making that happen.

Image Description: Snowy background with sponsor logos centered across the image. A sitskier in a bright orange and black snowsuit raises both arms in celebration while an instructor in a blue jacket is closely behind. Text reads “Skyliner Sponsors” and “Sunrise Sponsors,” with logos for Faller Real Estate, Visit Central Oregon, GearFix, Luno, St. Charles Health, BlackStrap, Old Mill District, North Sister Wealth, and Mountain Burger.

The focus is real. So is the drive.Every athlete learns differently, and that is the point. At Oregon Adaptive Sports, w...
03/01/2026

The focus is real. So is the drive.

Every athlete learns differently, and that is the point. At Oregon Adaptive Sports, we meet people where they are, build the right setup around them, and support their goals on snow, one intentional turn at a time.

From first turns to the world stage, the throughline is the same: consistent coaching, the right tools, and a community that shows up. Wherever your path leads, we are in it with you.

Image description: Wide view of a skier carving a biski on a groomed run while an instructor skis behind holding orange tethers. Snow sprays from the ski edges, and trees line the slope in the background.

Old banners, given new life: For this year’s Ski For All fundraising incentive, we partnered with the team at  to reimag...
02/27/2026

Old banners, given new life:

For this year’s Ski For All fundraising incentive, we partnered with the team at to reimagine retired OAS banners as something built to keep moving.

Those banners were cleaned, cut down, and very thoughtfully redesigned. Straps were measured and trimmed. Pockets were made from recycled Ski For All buffs. Then each piece was sewn together by hand in their shop, turning materials that once lined fences and streetposts into durable, one-of-a-kind totes.

Every bag carries OAS branding and imagery in a completely unique way. No two are the same!

The first 50 people to raise $500 towards their Ski For All fundraising campaign will earn one of these incredible totes! Start earning Ski For All fundraising incentives today: https://oregonadaptivesports.rallybound.org/ski-for-all/

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Did you know Community Nordic also offers snowshoeing?
02/26/2026

Did you know Community Nordic also offers snowshoeing?

Ravi Drugan has officially qualified for the Milano Cortina 2026 Paralympic Winter Games! From his first OAS lesson in 2...
02/26/2026

Ravi Drugan has officially qualified for the Milano Cortina 2026 Paralympic Winter Games!

From his first OAS lesson in 2009 to competing on the world stage, skiing has shaped the rhythm of his life. Now, he is preparing to return to the Paralympic stage.

Ravi first competed at the 2022 Paralympic Winter Games and has continued to race at the highest levels of international alpine skiing, earning top-ten finishes at World Championships and competing across downhill, super-G, giant slalom, and alpine combined.

Beyond alpine racing, he has also competed in mono ski-cross at the X Games, earning a bronze medal in 2015.

Ravi shares,
“Ever since my first OAS lesson in 2009, skiing has become the biggest part of my life. It’s what I think about every day, before going to bed, and to me, a day isn't complete without skiing.”

That passion now carries him back to the Paralympic start gate in Milano Cortina, for his second Paralympics and we cannot wait to watch him race!

Image description: Graphic featuring Ravi Drugan racing, carving a turn on snow in his monoski. The Oregon Adaptive Sports logo appears in the upper left, and the Milano Cortina 2026 Paralympic logo appears in the upper right. Bold text reads “Qualified: Ravi Drugan.”

Oregon Adaptive Sports is incredibly grateful to our Northwest Ski For All sponsors. Their leadership support helps kick...
02/23/2026

Oregon Adaptive Sports is incredibly grateful to our Northwest Ski For All sponsors. Their leadership support helps kickstart our $225,000 fundraising goal and expands access to outdoor experiences for people with disabilities across our community.

Image Description: Snow background with sponsor logos centered prominently. The Ladd Group Real Estate logo, the Cascade Hasson Sotheby’s International Realty logo, and the Drew Family Dentistry logo are displayed as the primary focus. A skier in a bright green dinosaur costume skis downhill along the right side as a playful accent. Text reads “Ski For All” and “Northwest Sponsors.”

Some athletes are learning to link turns.Some are carving like this.Oregon Adaptive Sports supports the full spectrum, f...
02/22/2026

Some athletes are learning to link turns.
Some are carving like this.

Oregon Adaptive Sports supports the full spectrum, from first days on snow to advanced training environments where athletes chase precision, speed, and performance goals.

For those ready to refine technique, push limits, and ski alongside other driven athletes, expert camps like Rippers create space for focused, high-level coaching. It is technical, it is thoughtful, and it makes a difference when you are trying to squeeze more out of every turn.

Image description: On a sunny day at Mt. Bachelor, a 3-track skier carves across a smooth, groomed slope. The skier wears dark outerwear, a blue helmet, and goggles, and holds outriggers angled toward the snow. A row of tall evergreen trees borders the run in the distance.

Anna Soens has officially qualified for the Milano Cortina 2026 Paralympic Winter Games! From her first turns with OAS t...
02/21/2026

Anna Soens has officially qualified for the Milano Cortina 2026 Paralympic Winter Games!

From her first turns with OAS to serving as an instructor and Ambassador, Anna has continued to raise the bar for herself. Now, she is stepping onto the Paralympic stage for the first time.

Since August, she has been competing nonstop in FIS races in her first season on the international circuit, earning four gold and four silver medals along the way. Not bad for a debut year.

She is one of the few Americans competing in all five sitting alpine categories this Games. Slalom. Giant Slalom. Super G. Downhill. Alpine Combined.

“Ski racing has been a way for me to explore my passion for skiing in a new way and in new landscapes.”

That drive and love for the sport have powered her through a breakout season and onto the Paralympic stage. We cannot wait to watch her in her first Paralympic start gate.

Join us in celebrating Anna in the comments!

Image description: Graphic featuring Anna Soens racing in a mono ski, carving a turn on snow. The Oregon Adaptive Sports logo appears in the upper left and the Milano Cortina 2026 Paralympic logo appears in the upper right. Text reads “Qualified: Anna Soens.”

Mid-season check-in: The energy has been high, the learning steady, and the days full.Days like Ellie Bartlett Jr. Racer...
02/18/2026

Mid-season check-in: The energy has been high, the learning steady, and the days full.

Days like Ellie Bartlett Jr. Racers are a snapshot of that energy: exciting, fast, and full of fun!

We've still got plenty of time left in the season! See you for the next lap?

Image description: ID1 An athlete rides a teal sit ski down a snowy slope while an instructor skis closely behind, manually assisting. ID2 A skier skis under the “carwash” of long blue, orange, and green streamers stretched across a pole. ID3 An athlete rides a sit ski with manual outriggers while an instructor behind manages bright tethers, guiding them smoothly across a gentle slope. ID4 A large group of athletes and volunteers gather on the snow for a group photo, many wearing orange OAS vests. Sit skis and alpine skis line the front row, with evergreen trees and chairlifts in the background. ID5 A skier wearing a bright green pickle costume stands on skis with arms wide and thumbs up, smiling toward the camera while other skiers move across the slope behind them.

02/13/2026

Want free gear at Ski For All?

When you register, you automatically get a fundraising page and can start earning incentives right away.

🌴The first 250 people to register receive a custom Oregon Adaptive Sports facemask from BlackStrap

🏖️First 75 people to raise $250 earn custom OAS Voile straps

🦩First 50 people to raise $500 get the OAS and Rugged Threads recycled tote

😎 First 25 people to raise $1000 earn custom OAS Stage goggles

Register today to start earning your incentives: https://oregonadaptivesports.rallybound.org/ski-for-all

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Video description: A narrated graphic video outlines Ski For All fundraising incentives. A voiceover explains each reward tier while bold on-screen text and product photos display the items, including a custom OAS face mask, OAS Voile straps, a recycled OAS x Rugged Threads tote, and custom OAS Stage goggles. The video ends with a call to register and start earning.

From alpine courses to Nordic trails, Paralympians are part of the OAS community.Across sports and generations, athletes...
02/13/2026

From alpine courses to Nordic trails, Paralympians are part of the OAS community.

Across sports and generations, athletes who have competed on the world stage continue to show up here as founders, ambassadors, instructors, mentors, and leaders.

As we look toward Milano Cortina 2026, we are celebrating the broader legacy that shapes our community every day.

Read more about the Paralympians in our midst on the Breaking Barriers Blog - https://oregonadaptivesports.org/a-celebration-of-paralympians-at-oregon-adaptive-sports/

Image descriptions: ID1 Carl Burnett racing a sit ski during alpine competition. Text reads “Carl Burnett Alpine Skiing – Salt Lake City 2002, Torino 2006, Vancouver 2010.” ID2 Erin Martin competing in Nordic skiing using a sit ski and poles on a snowy course. Text reads “Erin Martin Nordic Skiing – Beijing 2022, Milano-Cortina 2026. ID3 Colleen Dougherty wearing a USA jacket, seated poolside in a wheelchair. Text reads “Colleen Dougherty, Swimming – Atlanta 1996.” ID4 Dennis Connors competing in a road cycling race, raising one arm while riding. An inset photo shows him holding a silver medal. Text reads “Dennis Connors Cycling – Paris 2024, Silver Medalist.”

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