Give the Gift of Adventure

As we head into our 25th year of healing adventures this holiday season, our goal is to raise $50,000 to help fund transformative experiences for young adults impacted by cancer and MS.

To achieve our goal, we rely on the generous support of donors like YOU to Give the Gift of Adventure. Thank you for making our life-changing work possible!

First Descents is a 501(c)(3) organization. EIN #: 81-0539964

GIVE ADVENTURE

JOIN US FOR A 2026 HEALING ADVENTURE!

Hanging Rock State Park
Danbury, NC

Join local FD Community member Reid (“Speedo”) for a fun Danbury hiking adventure at Hanging Rock State Park!

Thursday, January 1 | 10:00 AM

Important Details

  • Location:Hanging Rock State Park. Meet at the Visitors Center: 1790 Hanging Rock Park Rd. Danbury, NC 27016
  • Activity: Hiking the 4 mile Hanging Rock Trail (AllTrails). It should take us about 3 hours.
  • Cost: Free!
  • What to bring: Dress for the weather! Sturdy hiking shoes (good traction and ankle support!), water and snacks. 

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 in the area. Feel free to invite along friends/family (18+), as anyone is welcome to attend Community Adventures!

To RSVP for the Danbury hiking meetup, please click the button at the top of the page!

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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