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.

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Lower Yough River
Ohiopyle, PA

Join local FD Community member Yvonne (“Hummingbird”) for a fun Pittsburgh rafting adventure on the Lower Yough River!

Saturday, August 9 | 12 PM

Important Details

  • Location: Lower Yough River. Meet Wilderness Voyageurs: 103 Garrett St, Ohiopyle, PA 15470
  • Activity: Fully guided whitewater rafting trip down the Lower Yough. 7.5 miles of Class III-III+ whitewater rapids.  Trip lasts regularly 2.5 hours on water, but could take 4.5 hours overall which includes bus trip to the put in and take out.
  • Cost: $82.60 pp includes PA State Park fee of $5.60 pp
  • What to bring: Sun Protection, clothes you don’t mind getting wet, water and snacks. 
  • Other things to note: After RSVPing please call 800-272-4141 and give the confirmation #163100, First Descents with Yvonne (“Hummingbird”) to purchase your spot and register with Wilderness Voyageurs Rafting
  • Post-Rafting Fun (Optional): Gather afterwards @ Falls City Pub for food and drinks

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 Pittsburgh rafting 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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