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DISCOVER CONFERENCE

APRIL 27, 2024

A Free Gathering for Amputees, Individuals with Limb Difference or Physical Challenges, Care Givers, & Medical Professionals

Where connections are made, potentials are realized, and solutions & passions are discovered!

Mark Your Calendars for the 2024 Discover Conference This April!

APRIL 27, 2024

Details are coming together quickly for the 2024 Discover Conference. We are excited to announce this year’s keynote speaker will be motivational speaker and first ever “armless pilot”, Jessica Cox! We are over the moon with gratitude to have such an accomplished and inspiring guest with us for our 6th annual Discover Conference!

Mark your calendars and join us for an uplifting array of adaptive activities and inspiring presentations!

The Discover Conference is the only amputee run conference in Oregon and a great opportunity to forge connections with fellow amputees and regional industry specialist.

We will continue to update this page regularly as plans unfold for this year’s conference. Be sure to follow POWLL on social and subscribe to our newsletters for all of the latest details.

 Ready to Jump in? Find what you’re looking for by clicking the links below…

Coming to this Year’s Discover Conference…

 

Inspiring Voices

Jessica Cox, Guinness World Record Holder & 2024 Keynote Speaker, pictured in her Taekwondo Gi in front of one of the airplanes she pilots.

Jessica Cox is the author of Disarm Your Limits, an autobiographical self-help book that has sold more than 10,000 copies. She also writes a monthly article for Flying Magazine. In 2020, Jessica announced plans to build The Impossible Airplane, a custom 200 mph, 4 seat airplane she will use to circumnavigate the world. When she’s not flying off into the sunset, Jessica continues to train in Taekwondo, where she’s a Fourth Degree Black Belt.

 

Adaptive Activities

Bo Yoga instructor and founder Nate Guadagni working with a conference attendee.

Bo Yoga Instructor & Founder Nate Guadagni Working with a Discover Conference Attendee

Adaptive sports and activities make up a significant part of our organizations services for their ability to help reinspire, reengage, and rehabilitate new amputees, and this event is no exception. The 2022 Discover Conference will include demonstrations on adaptive Karate and Bo Yoga!

With a nearly 3 hour window for attendees to try out Bo Yoga, adaptive karate, rock wall climbing, pickleball, archery, and wheelchair basketball you’re sure to discover something you didn’t know you could do!

 

Resources & Connections

Two amputees in conversation at the 2019 Discover Conference

One of the benefits to being at the largest gathering of amputees in our state is the opportunity to meet people who experience the same challenges as you do. In addition to talking with prosthetists and medical professionals from several leading companies in the state, you’ll also get a chance to meet peers who know what you’ve gone through and may be able to offer suggestions or solutions to an issue that you’re facing.

Click below for more details on conference guests and activities…


 A Look Back at Previous Discover Conferences

 
 

“Next year is always always always a privilege that they can come and enjoy this crowd and just listen to people with no limbs speaking and telling about themselves and about their history…”

-Joseph Horton
Congenital Amputee & Youth POWLL Family Member

 

All photos of the 2019 Discover Conference below were generously taken by LifeSlice Photography.

Register Today for the 2024 Discover Conference!

 

Important Details

Please use the following form to register for both the in person and digital event. If you are unable to complete the form call us for assistance.

When: April 27th, 2024 9:30 AM - 4 PM.

Where: Bob Keefer Center 250 S 32nd St, Springfield, OR 97478

Admission: FREE

Food: Light food and refreshments (such as half sandwiches, fresh fruit, and smoothies) will be provided and you are welcome to bring food of your own. There is a water refill station if you wish to bring a reusable bottle. The Bob Keefer Center kindly asks that we not consume food in the primary event space. There is a dedicated room for refreshments that is conveniently located and within view of the event space.

Safety: All attendees will be asked to sign a safety waiver upon entry. Masks will not be required but you are welcome to wear one for your comfort and protection. Please be mindful that some members of our community are immunocompromised and may be more susceptible to illness. Lada Korol, one of our vendors with ActivePure, will be supplying air purification for the space on the day of the event.

Terms: By registering for this event in advance you help us plan for a safe and fun time for all involved. Through the act of registering you agree to receive email correspondence from Power On With Limb Loss (POWLL) regarding this event and other POWLL events and opportunities.

This is a free event for all attending and is funded by our generous grantors, sponsors, and vendors! We are grateful for their contributions and support!

For additional inquiries email info@poweronwithlimbloss.org or call (541) 510-5866

A HUGE THANKS TO OUR 2024 SPONSORS…

Shannon Nill
POWLL Board Member



 
POWLL Board Member and Conference Sponsor Jeanette Montagu

Jeanette Montagu
POWLL Board Member


 
 

2024 Discover Conference Adaptive Activities, Guest Biographies,
& Itinerary

We are updating this page weekly as we receive more information from our vendors and sponsors. Not finding what you’re looking for?
Check back soon or send us a note!

Adaptive Activities:

Use the purple arrows to navigate through this year’s adaptive sports and recreational activities…

 Itinerary for Saturday, April 27th

9:30 AM - Doors open!

10:00 AM - Bo Yoga Demo - Start with a Stretch with Nate Guadagni

10:30 AM - Start of presentations

11:00 AM - Keynote Speaker Jessica Cox 

11:30 AM - Q&A lead by Paula

12:10 - 1:30 PM - Lunch and snacks are available

12:15 PM - Adaptive Activities Open

12:15 - 4:00 PM - Archery slots every 20 minutes (limit 2 per slot)

12:15 - 4:00 PM - Golf slots every 15 minutes (limit 2 per slot)

12:15 - 4:00 PM - Virtual Reality Game Station slot every 20 minutes (limit 2 per slot)

12:15 - 4:00 PM - Rock Wall Climbing slots every 20 minutes (limit 4 per slot)

1:00 -2:30 PM - Wheelchair Basketball (limit 14)

3:00 PM - Raffle & Closing Remarks

3:30 - 3:45 PM - Afternoon Bo Yoga with Paula (limit 20)

  • Jessica Cox, 2024 keynote speaker for the Power On Discover Conference Pictured in her Taekwondo Gi posing in front of her airplane.

    Jessica Cox, Keynote Speaker

    Jessica was born without arms and uses her feet the way most people usetheir hands. Jessica grew up asking with frustration and anger, “Why me? Why do I have to be different?” She learned to see the blessings in her life and accept herself as a whole person. Now, Jessica flies airplanes, drives cars, is married, and otherwise lives a normal life.

    Jessica is the author of Disarm Your Limits, an autobiographical self-help book that has sold more than 10,000 copies. She also writes a monthly article for Flying Magazine. In 2020, Jessica announced plans to build The Impossible Airplane, a custom 200 mph, 4 seat airplane she will use to circumnavigate the world. When she’s not flying off into the sunset, Jessica continues to train in Taekwondo, where she’s a Fourth Degree Black Belt.

    Jessica Cox is a motivational speaker featured on TV shows like Ellen, CNN, National Geographic, Fox and Friends, and BBC News. Her speaking career spans 18 years, 28 countries, and audiences up to 40,000 people. Companies like AT&T, NASA, the Smithsonian, State Farm, and Cisco have asked her for inspirational workshops, keynotes, and more.

  • Paula Free, Executive Director of Power On With Limb Loss, Non-profit for Amputees and Individuals with Limb Loss or Limb Difference. Based in Eugene/Springfield, Oregon.

    Paula Free, Executive Director of POWLL

    Following an accident on a motorcycle, I chose to have my foot amputated. The fear and anxiety about losing my foot was relieved by a peer visitor who challenged me to do any and everything, that I had done before I lost my foot. As a result, I founded Power On With Limb Loss so that every amputee could have the experience of having a peer visitor to talk to, ask questions of, and be empowered by.

  • Shannon Nill, Board Member of Power On With Limb Loss and Owner of Guaranty Chevrolet in Junction City, Oregon

    Shannon Nill, POWLL Board Member

    Born and raised in Eugene Oregon, Shannon Nill is an active member in the Lane County community. He is a graduate of OSU with a degree in Speech Communications and Business Administration, and is the owner of his family’s business, Guaranty Chevrolet. Shannon serves as a board member of the Boy Scouts of America, Eugene Airport Advisory Committee, Oregon RV Dealers Association, & POWLL. In addition to serving as a Boar Member, Shannon continues to be one of our organization’s most generous donors. His contributions continue to help make the Discover Conference the experience that it is year after year.

 Learn About Our Vendors & Sponsors

Here, you’ll find a brief description for each of our vendors or sponsors. Click on the buttons below to learn more.

  • Nate Guadagni, Bo Yoga Founder and Instructor working with a student with Bo Yoga logo in background. Bo Yoga is a proud supporter of the 2022 Discover Conference held by Power On With Limb Loss

    Nate Guadagni, Bo Yoga Founder

    Bo Yoga® is a gentle, accessible style of yoga that uses a unique Bo Staff prop to help with balance, alignment and mobility.
    Nate Guadagni is the founder of Bo Yoga® and will be leading a class at the Discover Conference. He has been teaching yoga, qigong and meditation full time for 17 years and trains students and teachers in the many adaptive uses for the Bo Yoga staff, especially for those experiencing limb loss.

  • Cascadian Bowmen Logo. Cascadian Bowmen is a non-profit archery club located in Noti, Oregon, 20 miles outside of Eugene. They are open to all ages and abilities and proudly sponsor Power On With Limb Loss events like the annual Discover Conference

    Cascadian Bowmen

    Archery for the entire family since 1935!
 Cascadian Bowmen of Eugene is a private non-profit club for archers of all ages and abilities who are interested in recreational or competitive target, field, or 3D archery using longbows, recurves, or compound bows.

    We provide well-maintained indoor, outdoor target, and field ranges for your family and friends. We open to the public one weekend each month from February-August for our popular, low-cost, and fun 3D shoots.

  • Lada Korol Independent Business Owner with ActivePure. Lada provides hospital grade Air Scrubbers.

    Lada Korol, Vollara Air Scrubber

    Lada Korol is an Independent Business Owner with ActivePure, a US-based technology company, supplying businesses, homes and autos with hospital-grade Air Scrubbers. These incredible devices safely reduce AIRBORNE pathogens in 3 minutes and also deactivate SURFACE bacteria and viruses. Lada's tagline is #LoveNotFear
    Lada's passion is helping her local community transition to the post-Covid world safely, while addressing the challenges ahead, like the next virus variant and the flu season. The technology also performs incredibly well to mitigate mold and fire smoke, which create long-term sickness and autoimmune conditions.

  • New Leaf Hyperbarics Logo

    New Leaf Hyperbarics

    New Leaf Hyperbarics & Wellness is Lane County’s first out-patient hyperbaric oxygen therapy center offering HBOT and alternative wellness services.

    Hyperbaric oxygen therapy is a non-invasive treatment that strengthens your body from the inside out. It works by saturating your body with oxygen to promote healing and growth. It’s known to benefit people of all age groups and lifestyles, from professional athletes to stroke-recovery patients. Regardless of your background or health, hyperbaric oxygen therapy benefits your overall well-being.

  • Ben Clark owner and clinician at Eastside Orthotics and Prosthetics in Eugene and Portland is a proud sponsor of the 2022 Discover Conference held by Power On With Limb Loss

    Ben Clark, Eastside Orthotics & Prosthetics

    Eastside Orthotics & Prosthetics provides custom upper and lower extremity prosthetics. We participate in research and clinical testing of new socket technologies and design. Our clinical team has experience with vacuum socket, sub-ischial transfemoral socket design, and digital design. The upper extremity team provides body powered and myoelectric prosthetics including partial hand and specialty digits. Along with our prosthetic care, we provide custom orthotic devices including Dynamic Ankle Foot Orthoses.
    Eastside’s dedication is to our patients. We maintain a low patient load to spend more time with each person. We consistently strengthen our abilities through education and research. Our team emphasizes community involvement to increase our patient’s confidence, mobility, and quality of life.

  • Hanger Clinic is a proud sponsor of the 2022 Discover Conference for Amputees Caregivers and Medical Professionals

    Hanger Clinic Prosthetics

    At Hanger Clinic, we care for our patients like family, working together to bring about the best possible orthotic and prosthetic outcomes.
    With over 800 locations across the country, we create customized solutions—including state-of-the-art prostheses, braces, supports, cranial helmets, and other devices—designed to help you live your best life. Our commitment is to listen to you, get to know you as a person, and do everything we can to help you achieve your potential.
    Each of our patients is unique. They come to Hanger Clinic with their own, defined pasts and entrust us with their yet-to-be-determined futures. We hold this immense responsibility sacred, which is why we strive to deliver the best possible orthotic and prosthetic care for each person we serve.

  • Chad Stavley and Logo. 2024 Discover Conference Platinum Sponsor. Click Below to Learn More.

    The Law Office of Chad Stavley

    At the Law Office of Chad Stavley we have handled our business differently than most Portland personal injury firms. We deliberately limit the number of cases we accept so that we can focus our time, effort and resources on producing the best results possible on each case.

    We specialize in a wide range of personal injury matters including car accidents, trucking accidents, motorcycle accidents, wrongful death claims, dog bites and attacks, workplace injuries, amputation injuries, and cases involving rideshare companies amongst other personal injury cases. If we agree to accept your case, you will be our priority.

  • Summit Orthotics and Prosthetics Logo. Summit is a proud sponsor of the 2022 Discover Conference held by Power On With Limb Loss

    Summit Orthotics & Prosthetics

    At Summit Orthotics & Prosthetics our sole focus is having positive patient outcomes! We Provide advanced prosthetic and orthotic solutions to improve your life!
    Summit is a locally-owned practice serving Oregon since 1979 with locations in Salem, Bend, Redmond, McMinnville, Lincoln city, Eugene, Corvallis, Albany, and Keizer. Our mission is to provide our community with the highest level of orthotic and prosthetic care available using the latest technology and resources. At the onset of the pandemic we initiated a mobile prosthetic service so that patients could be seen in the comfort of their own homes.
    Summit O & P is a proud supporter and partner f the Wounded Warrior Project.

  • City of Eugene, Oregon Recreation Logo. The Adaptive Hilyard Center of Eugene Rec is a sponsor of the 2022 Discover Conference

    Eugene Rec - Adaptive at Hilyard

    The Hilyard Community Center is home to the adaptive services offered by the Eugene Recreation Department. The center has a wide range of adaptive activities and equipment, such as the wheelchairs used for this years wheelchair basketball game at the Discover Confernece.
    In past years Power On With Limb Loss has collaborated with the Hilyard Center staff to offer adaptive bike and paddle events.
    Adaptive Recreation Services was founded in 1969. Since then, the program has evolved into a year-round, nationally recognized program offering more than 2,500 activities annually.

  • JJ Hernandez of In2itive Visions is an in kind sponsor of the 2024 POWLL Discover Conference. Click below to learn more

    In2itive Visions

    JJ Hernandez is the owner and operator of In2itive Visions. He enjoys creating a variety of projects from commercials, real estate, capturing your wedding day, music videos, to collaborating on personal projects. From camera operators to a personal editor in post-production, In2itive Visions strives to create the best product possible for their clients.

    JJ loves listening to your vision and ideas that you have for the project. He is easy going and also determined to give you the best service possible from start to finish.

  • Jeanette Montagu, POWLL Board member, secretary, and Discover Conference Sponsor

    Jeanette Montagu

    Jeanette is a Director and the secretary of POWLL, and happy to say, a newly retired business owner! Now she’s focused on giving back to what she is passionate about. Jeanette is what we refer to as a person with limb differences. About four years ago she was hit by a semi truck in a car accident. After undergoing hip replacement she hiking, backpacking, kayaking and is a total go-getter with her sponsorship!

  • Rotary Club of Springfield Oregon is a 2024 Discover Conference Sponsor.

    Rotary Club of Springfield

    Rotary is a global network of 1.4 million neighbors, friends, leaders, and problem-solvers who see a world where people unite and take action to create lasting change – across the globe, in our communities, and in ourselves.

  • Barnhart Prosthetic & Orthotic Services is a returning POWLL Discover Conference Sponsor. Click below to learn more.

    Barnhart Prosthetic & Orthotic Services

    Our goal is to provide our patients with the means to improve their overall quality of life by providing excellence in service, turn-around time, education and training. Our team of practitioners will provide the highest quality devices. Walk in or call for an appointment with our clinicians today.

  • Artisan Orthotic and Prosthetic Technologies, Inc Logo.

    Artistan Orthotic & Prosthetic Technologies, Inc.

    At Artisan, amputation is not the end, it’s the beginning. When patients choose a prosthetic provider, they are in a state of shock, grief, or serious illness. We travel with them on their journey into this new life, helping them navigate the way.

  • Eugene Electric Byicles Logo. Eugene Electric Bicycles is a POWLL Discover Conference Logo

    Eugene Electric Bicycles

  • Portland Massage Arts Logo: POWLL Discover Conference Vendor

    Portland Massage Arts

  • Emerald City Jags Logo: POWLL Discover Conference Vendor

    Emerald City Jags

  • Rocco's Remedy Logo: 2024 POWLL Discover Conference Sponsor

    Rocco's Remedy

  • Lane Council of Governments Senior & Disability Services

    Lane Council of Governments Senior & Disability Services

  • Holding On Life Logo, 2024 Discover Conference Vendor

    Holding On Life