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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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Outrigger Canoe Paddling

Milford, CT

Join local FD alum, Mike aka “Hydro” for an awesome beginner Connecticut Outrigger Canoe Paddling Meetup in Milford, CT. You’ll be able to learn the basics of what Outrigger Canoeing is all about!

Saturday August 10th – 1:00pm

The group will meet at Gulf Beach, near Milford. This meetup is hosted by the Manu’iwa Outrigger Canoe Club a local Outrigger Canoe Club.There is no pressure to join the club, just a fun paddle day for the community.

They provide the paddles and life jackets, so there is no cost! You’ll just need to wear comfortable clothes that you don’t mind getting wet and a water bottle/camelbak.

Suggested items:

  • Hat
  • Sunglasses (with croakies)
  • Change of clothes
  • Towel
  • Sunscreen / Sun Protective Clothing
  • Anything else you want to bring to enjoy the beach afterwards
  • Water shoes are optional – many folks just wear flip flops / go barefoot

Whether it’s your first time joining or you’ve been to a bunch of FD meetups – it’ll be a fun day hanging out with local FD community members.

Feel free to invite along friends/family as anyone is welcome to attend Community Adventures!

 

To RSVP for the Connecticut Outrigger Canoe Paddling Meetup please complete this brief form!

 

All attendees are hereby notified of the Community Adventure disclaimer. Community Adventures are a simple way to gather your First Descents family and out live it together, but that’s not all First Descents offers. In addition to awesome meetups, we provide life-changing, healing adventures for young adults dealing with cancer, MS and other serious health issues. To learn more about our mission and our lifestyle programming — including mindfulness and nutrition, please visit our website.

 

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