On-bike Volunteer

While we encourage prospective volunteers to fill out the volunteer application form, please note that in addition to our 140 active volunteers, we have a volunteer prospect list of 150. Please be patient, as we are unable to accommodate  such a large number of volunteers. You are welcome to resubmit the form annually so we know you are still interested. Thank you for your interest and your patience. 

As a pilot or safety with Portland Wheelers you will operate as part of a pod with other volunteers to bring essential outdoor recreation and human connection to those who can’t ride a bike on their own. With our training, as a Pilot you will learn to confidently and safely operate our Van Raam OPair wheelchair bikes and engage the wheeler riding with you. You will also become familiar with the role of Safety, riding your own bike and being the eyes and ears of the pod to ensure safe street crossings and movement around vehicles.

As an on-bike volunteer you will interact with fellow volunteers, wheelers, and our ride partners’ staff members. Interested volunteers are at least 16 years of age, complete a 4-hour training session, and commit to volunteer for a minimum of one shift (more is strongly encouraged!) each month during our ride season, May – October. Given the nature of the activity and the equipment, the manufacturer has set a weight limit of 225lbs for the Pilot.