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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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“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!

Ready to join us on an adventure? Check out our upcoming programs below and then Apply Today!

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Rafting | Utah Rafting – July 17-18th

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Join community member Mary ("Pando") and our friends at the National Ability Center (NAC) for a one-night adventure of rafting through the Fisher Tower section of the Colorado River in Utah. This guided outing beginning in Sandy Beach pullout near Castle will follow a beautiful section of the Colorado River,…

Eligibility: Open to new participants
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Dragon Boat | Denver Dragon Boat Paddling – July 19th

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Join local FD Community members Rachel (“Canoe”) and Leilani for a fun  Dragon Boat Paddling and Potluck meet up at the Aruora Reservoir! No experience or equipment necessary. Sunday, July 19th | 11:00 AM Important Details Location: Aurora Reservoir. Meet at the Boat Ramp: 5800 S Powhaton Rd, Aurora, CO…

Eligibility: Open to new participants
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Hiking | Durham Hiking – July 25th

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Join Local FD member Reid ("Speedo") to celebrate Out Living It Day with a fun hike at Eno River State Park. After the hike, we'll enjoy some light snacks and drinks! Saturday, July 25th| 9:00 AM Important Details Location: Cox Mountain Trail Trailhead Activity: A 4.5-mile hike (AllTrails). Alltrails says it's…

Eligibility: Open to new participants
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Community Meetup | Atlanta Picnic – July 25th

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Join Local FD member Chris ("Natty Boi") to celebrate Out Living It Day with a picnic at Piedmont Park in Atlanta! Saturday, July 25th | 11:00 AM Important Details Location: Piedmont Park: 1290 Evelyn St NE, Atlanta, GA, 30306. Dog friendly with a leash. Look for the First Descents flag…

Eligibility: Open to new participants
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Rock Climbing | Austin Climbing — July 25th

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Join Local FD member Iram ("Rum and Coke") to celebrate Out Living It Day with some awesome climbing at Crux Climbing - South. Saturday, April 25th | 2:00 pm Important Details Where: We are meeting at Crux Climbing - South: 220 Ralph Ablanedo Dr Unit 100, Austin, TX 78748. Activity: Some fun…

Eligibility: Open to new participants
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FD Community (18+)

Paddle Boarding | Houston SUP & Kayaking – July 25th

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Join Local FD member Brianna ("Navigator") to celebrate Out Living It Day with a fun paddleboarding and kayaking adventure at Lake Woodlands! Saturday, July 25th | 11:00 AM Important Details Location: Lake Woodlands. We'll meet at the Lakes Edge Boathouse: 1970 Hughes Landing Blvd, The Woodlands, TX 77380. There's plenty…

Eligibility: Open to new participants
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