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

JOIN US FOR A 2026 HEALING ADVENTURE!

Donner Pass Schedule

Please note this is a sample schedule and will vary based on location, travel time required to each program and activity, outfitter and group dynamics.

There will be some morning and afternoon drive time required on this program to access climbing locations on activity days.

Friday-Arrival Day

  • AM/PM Arrivals
  • 5pm-6.30pm- Nap Time/Happy Hour
  • 6.30-8pm-Dinner
  • 8pm-9pm-Campfire
  • Sleep

Saturday- Activity Day

  • 7.30-8.30am-Breakfast
  • 8.30-9am-Alpenglow Expeditions Introduction & Gear Preparation
  • 9.30am-3pm-Drive and Rock Climb
  • 4-6.30pm-Nap Time/Happy Hour
  • 6.30-8pm-Dinner
  • 8pm-9pm-Campfire
  • Sleep

Sunday- Activity & Departure Day

  • 7.30-8.30am-Breakfast
  • 9.30am-2pm-Drive and Rock Climb
  • 2:30-3pm-Departures

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