Riders of all abilities are uniting for an unforgettable day on the slopes at the eighth annual Ski For All fundraiser at Mt. Bachelor hosted by Oregon Adaptive Sports (OAS), celebrating outdoor adventure and inclusivity for all.
More than just an event, Ski For All is a movement driven by a shared belief in the power of outdoor recreation and the ability to bring everyone into the fold, regardless of their abilities.
The full-day event will take place at Mt. Bachelor on Saturday, March 15. OAS’ mission is to create access to high-quality outdoor recreation for individuals with disabilities, and Ski For All plays a vital role in supporting that mission.
“It’s a celebration of movement, inclusivity and creative challenges,” says Cara Frank, development director at Oregon Adaptive Sports. “As a peer-to-peer fundraiser, we encourage everyone to get involved — whether an athlete, volunteer, family member, friend, sponsor or beyond. We also hope participants rally their networks to raise support for OAS.”
The event offers a flexible schedule, allowing individuals and teams to tackle the mountain at their own pace. Participants will take on unique challenges — like riding every open chairlift, visiting certain places on the mountain and synchronized skiing — throughout the day to score as many points as possible to win prizes. Breakfast, coffee, lunch and a post-event party at Crux Fermentation Project will add to the day’s fun-filled atmosphere.
“Ski For All is an electric celebration of inclusion and community,” Frank says. “It’s about camaraderie, costumes (optional, but strongly encouraged!) and the joy of outdoor adventure. Whether folks are here to ski, ride, cheer or fundraise, the event is full of heart and a lot of fun!”
OAS focuses on five pillars of access: adaptive equipment, high-quality instruction, scholarships, accessible transportation and the inclusion of people with disabilities. The funds raised help sustain OAS’ efforts to provide these essential services.
“For me personally, Ski For All is about bringing my deaf and sign languages friends together on the slopes, united by our costumes,” Frank says. “It’s the high fives, the pure stoke and the unspoken bond when you spot someone wearing the blue or orange sash — symbols of Ski For All. It’s more than a day on the mountain, it’s a celebration of belonging.”
OAS Ski For All
Sat., March 15, 9am-7:30pm
Mt. Bachelor Ski Resort
13000 SW Century Dr., Bend
oregonadaptivesports.rallybound.org
$40-$100
This article appears in The Source Weekly March 6, 2025.
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