We all know Central Oregon offers a spectacular array of outdoor activities, but they are not always accessible to everyone, including people living with disabilities. Beginning as a group of volunteers, Oregon Adaptive Sports has been working to increase outdoor access for all since 1996. Now a local nonprofit group, OAS is empowering Central Oregonians to engage actively with our beautiful lands in skiing, bicycling, golf and more.
We spoke with Pat Addabbo, Executive Director of Oregon Adaptive Sports, about their programs, the inspiring experience of a profoundly injured former athlete, their summer programs, and a fundraiser coming up in September with Bob Weir.
You can find more information about Oregon Adaptive Sports at oregonadaptivesports.org and more about their September fundraiser at bigstockfundraiser.org.