WHO WE ARE
OUR MISSION
is to provide opportunity and adventure for all people, regardless of their ability levels, socio-economic status, gender, ethnicity or age.
WHAT WE DO
Since its founding in 1995, Adventures Without Limits (AWL) has worked with thousands of children and adults of all abilities to experience the thrill of adventure.
AWL is a registered 501c3 non-profit that was founded by Brad Bafaro to address the region's shortage of options for adaptive recreation. We specialize in working with individuals with disabilities to find adaptive solutions for a range of activities. Our program mission has since expanded to address many common barriers to outdoor recreation, such as access to transportation, outdoor apparel, skills training, and financially accessible price points. We're committed to creating a safe community for folks to learn new skills, build confidence, make social connections, overcome obstacles, and enjoy the beautiful natural wonders of the Pacific Northwest.
Based in Forest Grove, Oregon, our team of certified adventure guides and trained volunteers lead programs ranging from cross country skiing and snowshoeing to white water rafting, canoeing and kayaking to hiking and camping.
AWL’s flexible and creative staff are trained to assist people of all ability levels and backgrounds experience the benefits of nature and outdoor recreation.
“Adventures Without Limits trips offer a different way of seeing the world and appreciating what you have around. It’s a type of medicine, the healing power of nature.”
WHO WE WORK WITH
AWL works with folks of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities! We run hundreds of trips annually with more than twenty-two partner organizations including local nonprofits, school groups, businesses, private families, scout troops, and more. We are dedicated to tailoring programs to fit the needs of each group.
Here’s a list of just a few of our long time partners:
Forest Grove High School
Virginia Garcia Wellness Center
Portland Shriners Hospital
Friends of the Children
Oregon Spinal Cord Injury Connection
Hull Foundation and Learning Center
Guide Dogs for the Blind
Homeplate Youth Services
Lake Oswego Parks and Recreation
Camp Blue Spruce
Adelante Mujeres
Wilson High School
Centro Cultural
Forest Grove Community School
Aim 4 Access
Hillsboro Senior Community Center
Happy Valley Parks and Recreation
Community Based Activity Program