Outdoor Adventure Programs

“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 | Philadelphia Hiking – November 8th

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Join local FD community member Sarah (“MeToo”) for an awesome Philadelphia hike at Ridley Creek State Park! Sunday, November 8th | 12:00 pm Important Details Location: Meet at Ridley Creek Full White Trail Loop trailhead Activity: 4.3 mile hike! Cost: Free! What to bring: Water bottle, layers, snacks and comfortable…

Eligibility: Open to new participants
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Hiking | Baltimore Hiking – November 8th

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Join local FD Community member Jonathan (“Wet Jacket”) for a fun Baltimore hiking adventure at Patapsco Valley State Park.  Sunday, November 8th| 10:00 AM Important Details Location: Patapsco Valley State Park! We will meet at the Lost Lake parking lot HERE. Activity:  Hiking the Grist Mill Trail. (AllTrails) Cost: There…

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Rock Climbing | Portland Climbing – November 13th

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Join local FD community member Katie ("Breezy") for a fun post-work indoor climbing hangout at Movement Portland. Friday, November 13th | 6:00pm - 7:30pm  Important Details Location: Movement Portland - 1405 NW 14th Ave, Portland, OR 97209. Activity: Some fun indoor climbing! Cost: Free for the first 15 people (Thank you,…

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Hiking | Roanoke Hiking – November 14th

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Join Local FD member Catherine ("Ollie") for a fun Roanoke hike on Dragon's Tooth Trail! Saturday, November 14th | 9:00 AM Important Details Location: Meet at the I-81 Exit 140 Park and Ride to catch the Dragon's Tooth Shuttle. The shuttle will depart at 9:00 AM so be sure to get…

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Hiking | California Botanic Garden Hiking – November 14th

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Join local FD community member Fernando "Force" for an awesome hike through the California Botanic Garden in Claremont. It is the largest botanical garden dedicated to California native plants, with over 22,000 California native plants! Saturday, November 14th| 11:00 am Important Details Location: California Botanic Garden. Parking is free at…

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Rock Climbing | Fairfield Climbing – November 14th

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Join Local FD member Alex ("Handstand") for some climbing at Rock Climb Fairfield! After climbing, we'll go grab some food near the gym! Saturday, November 14th | 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM  Important Details Location: Rock Climb Fairfield - 85 Mill Plain Road, Fairfield, CT 06824 Activity: Indoor Rock Climbing!…

Eligibility: Open to new participants
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