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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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SportRock - Alexandria

Alexandria, VA

Join local FD community member Kate (“Miracle”) for a fun DC climbing meetup at SportRock – Alexandria.

Saturday, April 12 | 3:00pm- 5:00pm

Important Details

  • Location: SportRock – Alexandria.
  • Cost: $22 per person. This includes your day pass and climbing equipment!
  • What to bring: Make sure to bring water and wear clothes you can climb in!
  • Post-Climbing Fun (Optional): After climbing, join us for an optional meet-up at Aslin brewing for some drinks and food!

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 (18+) as anyone is welcome to attend Community Adventures!

To RSVP for the DC Climbing meet up, 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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