This holiday season, our goal is to raise $125,000 to help fund transformative adventures for more than 2,000 young adults impacted by cancer and MS through core programs and community adventures in the year ahead.
JOIN US FOR A 2025 HEALING ADVENTURE!
The Rogue River starts its journey at Crater Lake and winds its way through 215 miles of Oregonian wilderness. The warm water, friendly rapids, and lush scenery make it the perfect kayaking playground for beginners and experts alike. Expert guides from Sundance Kayak School will teach you the basics and keep you safe as you learn to kayak up to Class III rapids. After an epic day of kayaking, you’ll return to your beautiful riverside lodge where you’ll enjoy chef-prepared meals, nightly campfires, and time with your new FD community.
Registration is open! Please fill out an inquiry if you are new to First Descents or log in to your FD Portal to sign up for a program!
WHERE: Merlin, OR
WHAT: Whitewater Kayaking
WHEN: July 9 – 14, 2023
COST: Free!
FOOD: Professional chef-prepared meals
AIRPORT: Medford, OR (MFR)
TRAVEL: Participants are responsible for getting to/from the program. Travel scholarships are available through the registration form.
HEALTH & SAFETY: All Participants are required to fill out a registration form. FD will select participants based on available space on the program. Once selected, participants may be required to get a medical form from their Doctor. FD strongly recommends that all Participants are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Read more here.