Bend Outdoor Worx, an outdoor business accelerator in Bend, is accepting applications for its 2025 cohort.

The accelerator connects outdoor companies with industry founders and mentors in areas where businesses need support.

The program is personalized for the business with a 14-week curriculum, followed by a four monthly sessions. The accelerator also helps companies connect with resources, including via legal assistance, financial planning, marketing, logistics, sales, digital marketing and product development.

Operating since 2014, Bend Outdoor Worx has shepherded 26 companies come through the program. Interested companies can apply at bendoutdoorworx.com/application. The deadline to apply is Oct. 31.

The accelerator is founded by Gary Bracelin, a Bend entrepreneur and partner of Tokyo Startfish; Eric Meade, founder of a climbing wall manufacturer Entre Prises USA; Justin Rae, a wealth management executive; and Will Blount, former president of Bend-based Ruffwear dog gear.