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We’re celebrating Out Living It Day on Saturday, July 25! This special day of Out Living It celebrates our belief in the ongoing healing power of adventure and connecting with community. For the past three years, we’ve celebrated Out Living It Day by getting outside together — and this year is extra special as we celebrate 25 years of First Descents!

Celebrate by joining a Community Adventure near you!

 

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Illinois Caverns Natural Area Hiking

Waterloo, IL

Join Local FD member Crystal (“Honey B”) to celebrate Out Living It Day with a fun hike at the Illinois Caverns State Natural Area!

Saturday, July 25th | 10:00 AM

Important Details

  • Location: Illinois Caverns State Natural Area
  • Activity: Cave hike! Learn more HERE. We have to sign in with the rangers and complete a form before entering. Appropriate closed toe shoes are required. We will most likely get wet and muddy from the trail as there is some water you walk through, so you can also bring a change of clothes.
  • Cost: Free!
  • Other things to note: We need a minimum of 4 people
  • What to bring: Water, change of clothes and close toed shoes. Hard hats and 3 flashlights are required, the rangers will have a few of both available for free rentals with an ID that will be held until return

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 St. Louis 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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