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.
JOIN US FOR A 2026 HEALING ADVENTURE!
This August, a team of committed riders take on the epic Leadville Trail 100 Mountain Bike Race in Leadville, CO – 104 miles long with over 14,000 feet of elevation gain at altitudes up to 12,600 feet. In 2015, Team First Descents Leadville hit an amazing milestone by surpassing $1 Million raised. In 2016, the team celebrated another milestone: 10 years of Team FD Leadville. It is an incredible accomplishment for a group of intrepid, committed, huge-hearted mountain-bikers. This year will be the 12th Annual First Descents Leadville Ride.
Historically, this race has embodied the heart and hustle that encompasses the FD Out Living It spirit. In 2006, First Descents’ Executive Director, Allan Goldberg, suffered a recurrence of cancer that had been in remission for 26 years. Allan needed a challenge to help him mentally prepare for the long months of chemo and radiation ahead. He chose the 2007 Leadville 100 mountain-bike race and challenged his oldest and best friend, Brent Goldstein, to join him. They all raced the 2007 Leadville 100, and more importantly, raised nearly $85,000 for First Descents. Sadly, Allan passed away in 2008. Ten years after Allan’s death, Team First Descents rides in his honor.
Through the Leadville 100 MTB, we celebrate the life of Allan, Steve Gichner, and all the young men and women impacted by cancer.
SupportThis is the 8th year First Descents has fielded a team for the Leadville Trail 100 Run! Does running 100 miles with over 18,000 feet of elevation gain through the heart of the Rocky Mountains in Leadville, Colo., sound like…
Learn MoreThis will be the 19th year that First Descents has fielded a team for the infamous Leadville Trail 100 MTB mountain bike race in Leadville, Colo. The course is 104 miles long, with over 12,000 feet of elevation gain at…
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