First Descents Ball

JOIN US FOR A 2026 HEALING ADVENTURE!

Adventure is calling! First Descents’ 2026 Core Program Registration opens on Monday, February 2, at 11 AM MST.

Get started today by browsing the amazing destinations we have planned and start thinking about which program you’d like to join. Then be sure to log in to the FD Portal on February 2 to submit your choices! Don’t have a login yet? Submit an inquiry form HERE.

All programs are FREE and include lodging in a spectacular location, plus gear, pro-guided instruction, chef-prepared meals, and time to kick back with fellow members of our incredible FD community.

BROWSE CORE PROGRAMS

Oct 23, 2021 5PM-12AM

The Ritz-Carlton, Bachelor Gulch

Avon, CO

We can’t wait to finally come together for the First Descents Ball!

While 2020 was not the year we hoped for, our sights are on the future. This long awaited FD Ball is about everything that’s yet to come! Join us as we honor those who support the future of FD and our vision to become the world leader in adventure-based healing. We’ve provided more than 10,000 life-changing adventures over the past two decades, and the next twenty years will be even more impactful. Don’t forget your dancing shoes, a generous spirit, and as always… a hat!

Contact Ray Shedd for more information on sponsoring or purchasing a table at the 15th Annual First Descents Ball. Click here to learn more about our sponsorship opportunities.

Need lodging? First Descents offers a variety of discounted room blocks at the Ritz-Carlton Bachelor Gulch, and the Comfort Inn. Contact FD to learn more about booking your room!

SPONSOR THE BALL

JOIN US FOR A 2026 HEALING ADVENTURE!