Category Archives: testimonials
“IT’S LIKE A RECHARGE” – FD ALUM HOTTIEBUCKS SHARES TWO CAMPS’ WORTH OF WISDOM
It’s technically the “off-season” here at First Descents, and the next round of camps is five long months away. But while we’re all getting ready to stuff our faces with Thanksgiving turkey and start our holiday shopping, there is a … Continue reading
HAMMER TIME: ANOTHER CAMPER HEARD FROM
Hammer joined the First Descents family this past summer in Montana, and recently told his incredible story over at his own blog. Wise beyond his years thanks to his cancer experience, Hammer moved us with his account of his own … Continue reading
FIRST DESCENTS, FREE VERSE
In a cool bit of Internet whisper-down-the-lane, one of our campers, Knuckles, was so moved by the words and work of another camper, Slam, that he posted her poetry right up on his blog. Fortunately, the poem ultimately found its … Continue reading
“I said SHOTGUUUUUUNN”: One Camper’s Thoughts on First Descents
It never ceases to amaze us: as each First Descents camp unfolds, we are astounded by the strength, character and humor of the young adults who join our family. The truth is, we could probably write a book about each … Continue reading
the invisible hand of first descents: a love letter from Cheesesteak
As the de facto Blogger in Chief here at First Descents, I do my best to maintain something like editorial objectivity and simply focus on the incredible work and wisdom of our campers, supporters and organizers. Last night, though, for … Continue reading
X2C SPEAKS: MORE ALUM LOVE
Our amazing alum make our job here at the FD blog super-easy when they take the time to share their camp experiences with the world through the written word. This time around, we’re thrilled to offer you the wit and wisdom of … Continue reading
LEANNA’S WINDING PATH: A CAMPER REFLECTS
It’s common for a first-time camper to leave their inaugural First Descents experience feeling deeply affected and changed for the better. We are always amazed at the words and thoughts which people share with us after spending a week on … Continue reading
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