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“First Descents provided me with the foundation to break down the physical and emotional walls that cancer has been building in me. This experience was a catalyst, and just the kind of life changing force I needed.” -First Descents Participant

First Descents provides life-changing outdoor adventures and community support for young adults impacted by cancer and other serious health conditions, as well as frontline healthcare workers and caregivers. Click here to view our full eligibility criteria. Our goal is to get you Out Living It on a program that works for you as soon as possible. From rock climbing in the Adirondacks to whitewater kayaking the Rogue River in Oregon, there is an adventure for everyone. Our adventure programs are fully adaptive and completely free of cost. There’s no better way to start Out Living It with your new First Descents community!

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Hiking | Denver Hiking – August 9th

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Join local FD Community member Kimberly (“Slugger”) for a fun Denver hiking adventure at St Mary's Glacier! It's a great hike for all skill levels and is dog-friendly! Saturday, August 9 | 10 AM Important Details Location: St Mary's Glacier. Meet in Idaho Springs at 10am: 1517 Miner St, Idaho…

Eligibility: Open to new participants

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Rafting | Pittsburgh Rafting – August 9th

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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…

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Hiking | Los Angeles Hiking – August 9th

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Join local FD Community member Hannah for a fun Los Angeles hiking adventure at Three Sisters Preserve! Dogs Welcome! Saturday, August 9 | 8:45 AM Important Details Location: Three Sisters Preserve. Meet at the start of Crooked Patch Trail. Park along Highridge Road near 30031 Highridge Road, RPV, CA Activity:…

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Paddle Boarding | Yoga | Denver Yoga & Paddling – August 16th

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Join local FD Community members Ashley (“Cyclone”) & Hanna (“Shuddha”) for a fun Denver Yoga & Paddling adventure at Bear Creek Lake Park! Saturday, August 16 | 8:00 AM Important Details Location: Bear Creek Lake Park. Meet at Rocky Mountain Paddleboard - Lakewood: 15600 W Morrison Rd, Lakewood, CO 80228…

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Surfing | Philadelphia Surfing – August 16th

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Join local FD Community member Sarah (“Metoo”) for a fun greater Philadelphia area Surfing Adventure with the LBI Surf Guru team in Shipbottom New Jersey! Saturday, August 16 | 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM Important Details Location: Shipbottom, New Jersey. Meet on the beach at 31st & Shipbottom: 3112-3122 31st…

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Rock Climbing | Central New York Climbing — August 16th

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Join local FD Supporter Jim and FD community members, Marcie ("Rock Dancer") and Heather ("Muscles") from The Clark Sports Center for a full day of awesome Central New York climbing! Saturday, August 16 | 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM Important Details Location: Little Falls, NY Activity: Rock climbing on Moss…

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Hiking | Denver Hiking – August 9th

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Rafting | Pittsburgh Rafting – August 9th

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Hiking | Los Angeles Hiking – August 9th

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Paddle Boarding | Yoga | Denver Yoga & Paddling – August 16th

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Surfing | Philadelphia Surfing – August 16th

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Rock Climbing | Central New York Climbing — August 16th

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Hiking | Denver Hiking – August 9th

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Rafting | Pittsburgh Rafting – August 9th

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Hiking | Los Angeles Hiking – August 9th

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Paddle Boarding | Yoga | Denver Yoga & Paddling – August 16th

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Surfing | Philadelphia Surfing – August 16th

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Rock Climbing | Central New York Climbing — August 16th

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