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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 | Philadelphia Hike – April 18th

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Join local FD community member Adam (“Recliner”) for an awesome Philadelphia hike at Wissahickon Valley Park! Saturday, April 18th | 11:00 am  Important Details Location: Wissahickon Valley Park (Blue Bell Field Parking Lot - 800 W Walnut Ln, Philadelphia PA, 19128) Activity:  Hiking in Wissahickon Valley Park. We will choose…

Eligibility: Open to new participants
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Hiking | North Carolina Hike – April 18th

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Join local FD community member Courtney (“Catwitch”) for a fun North Carolina hike in South Mountains State Park. Saturday, April 18th | 9:00 am Important Details Location: South Mountains State Park. We will meet at the Hemlock trailhead parking lot. Activity: We will do the 7.3 mile River to Chestnut Knob…

Eligibility: Open to new participants
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Hiking | St. Louis Hike – April 25th

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Join local FD community member Crystal (“Honey B”) for a fun St. Louis hike at the Riverlands Migratory Bird Sanctuary! Saturday, April 25th | 10:00 am Important Details Location: Riverlands Migratory Bird Sanctuary. We will meet HERE. Activity: Hiking the 2.5-mile Ellis Island Trail (AllTrails) Cost: Free! What to bring:…

Eligibility: Open to new participants
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Hiking | Bay Area Hike – April 25th

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Join local FD community member Szu-Yu (“Switchblade”) for a fun Bay Area hike at the Lafayette Reservoir Recreation Area. It will be a great morning of fresh air, community, and "community science!" This FD hike is pulling double duty. Not only are we getting together to enjoy the trails, but…

Eligibility: Open to new participants
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Rock Climbing | Missoula Climbing — April 25th

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Join local FD community member, Joy ("Rockstar"), for some indoor rock climbing at Freestone Climbing Center. Saturday, April 25th | 3:00 PM Important Details Where: We are meeting at Freestone Climbing Center. Activity: Some fun indoor climbing! Cost: $15 per person including climbing gear. What to bring: Make sure to bring water…

Eligibility: Open to new participants
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Hiking | Ann Arbor Hike – April 25th

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Join local FD community member Mary (“Sassafras”) for a fun hike around Bandemere Park. Saturday, April 25th | 11:00 am Important Details Location: Bandemere Park. We will meet at the Argo Canoe Livery: 1055 Longshore Drive Ann Arbor, MI 48105. Activity: Barton-Argo Loop - a 2.4 mile hike (AllTrails) Cost:…

Eligibility: Open to new participants
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