JOIN US FOR OUT LIVING IT DAY!

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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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!

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

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Community Meetup | Hiking | Neighborhood Walk and Pool Party- August 1st

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Join Local FD member Natalya ("Zippy") for a neighborhood walk around West Palm Beach, followed by a pool party! Saturday, August 1st | 3:00 PM Important Details Location: Zippy's house in West Palm Beach, FL. Zippy will send you her address the week of the event. Activity: We will start with…

Eligibility: Open to new participants
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Rafting | Pittsburgh Rafting – August 2nd

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Join local FD Community member Yvonne (“Hummingbird”) for a fun Pittsburgh rafting adventure on the Lower Yough River with Wilderness Voyageurs! Saturday, August 2 | 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…

Eligibility: Open to new participants
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Yoga | Maine Yoga – August 2nd

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Join local FD community member Emily for a relaxing yoga class and sauna session at Nurture Through Nature. Whether you come for the yoga, the sauna, the community, or the adventure, this is a space to breathe deeply and feel supported. Saturday, August 2nd | 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm…

Eligibility: Open to new participants
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Kayaking | Paddle Boarding | Old Lyme SUP & Kayak – August 6th

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Join Local FD member Caitlin ("Barefoot") for a fun SUP & kayaking adventure at Black Hall Marina! After our paddling adventure, there will be an optional potluck and free concert! Thursday, August 6th | 3:00 PM Important Details Location: Black Hall Marina Activity: Stand-up paddle boarding and kayaking from 3-5…

Eligibility: Open to new participants
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Hiking | Salt Lake City Hiking – August 9th

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Join Local FD member Hilary ("Sunshine McHappy Pants") for a fun Salt Lake City hike at Twin Lakes Reservoir! Sunday, August 9th | 5:00 PM Important Details Location: Meet at the Big Cottonwood Canyon base at 5:00 PM, and we’ll carpool to Brighton and then hike up to Twin Lakes Reservoir!…

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

Yoga | Bay Area Yoga – August 9th

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Join local FD community member Liz (“Pippin”) and Naomi from Maeday Naturals, Earthflow Offerings for an awesome Bay Area Yoga class at Svastha Yoga Hub Alameda! Sunday, August 9th | 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm Important Details Location: Svastha Yoga Hub Alameda: 647 Pacific Avenue, Alameda, CA 94501. Enter through…

Eligibility: Open to new participants
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