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First Descents has been named a beneficiary of Tap Cancer Out - a nonprofit that raises funds and awareness for cancer fighting organizations on behalf of the Jiu-Jitsu aka "grappling" community. Outdoor athletes like surfers and climbers have been cross-training in the sport of Brazilian…
Learn MoreJoin First Descents in June for Ragnar Trail Relay in Snowmass, Colorado! What is Ragnar? Teams of 8 individuals will get Out Living it on three separate mountain trails, or "loops" that start and finish at Ragnar Village. Over a…
Learn MoreHelp knock out cancer by supporting, attending, or fighting at Haymakers for Hope! H4H is rumbling in the Rockies, and First Descents is proud to be a charity partner. Since its initial event in 2011, Haymakers for Hope has raised more than…
Learn MoreJoin First Descents and America Succeeds and jam out on Battery 621 rooftop in downtown Denver Thursday, June 23rd. Tickets are $25 and includes free beer all night and access to onsite food trucks. At First Descents and America Succeeds,…
Learn MoreFirst Descents has teamed up with Keep Climbing Foundation to climb one of the most electrifying climbs in the country - Alpine Jewel's Via Ferrata in Estes Park, CO! The Via Ferrata is a unique experience that falls somewhere between…
Learn MoreThe TransRockies Run, otherwise known as "Summer Camp for Big Kids," is a six-day, 120 mile trail running stage race from Buena Vista to Beaver Creek. With spectacular views of the Colorado Rockies, the TransRockies Run is an adventure of…
Learn MoreThis August, a team of committed riders will take on the infamous Leadville 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. This will be the 15th year…
Learn MoreDoes running 100 miles with over 14,000ft of elevation gain through the heart of the Rocky Mountains sound like fun to you? If so you might just be crazy...but what better way to put that 'crazy' to good use than…
Learn MoreTHE RADDEST WAY TO SUPPORT THE CANCER COMMUNITY! First Descents’ annual 80’s Ski Party is one of the raddest, most excellent parties of the year. So rad that we are bringing the party coast-to-coast with stops this fall in Denver,…
Learn MoreRun the New York City Marathon to support First Descents! Challenge yourself to run 26.2 miles across all 5 boroughs in New York City. This is the perfect opportunity to bring the Out Living It spirit to the Big City.…
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