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.

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JOIN US FOR A 2026 HEALING ADVENTURE!

David “PODO” Podein

David  is currently an associate attorney with David B. Haber, P.A. in Miami, Florida, where he specializes his practice on business, real estate and construction law. Originally from Grand Rapids, Michigan, David serves on the Board of the Always Keep Pedaling Foundation and as a volunteer mentor with Imerman Angels.  Diagnosed in 2007 while attending law school, David recently celebrated his fifth year cancer free.  David holds a B.A. from the University of Michigan and a J.D. from the University of Miami School of Law. In addition to biking, watching Michigan Football, and collecting retro Air Jordan sneakers, David spends his free time working on a spoken word biography of Corey “Daryl” Nielsen.

David first became involved with First Descents as a camper in 2008 at the California Otter Bar camp, and recently completed a FDX mountaineering adventure in Alaska. David is very passionate about First Descents and supporting the young adult cancer community.