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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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Rock Climbing | Pasadena Climbing – May 11th

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Join local FD Community member Alex ("Kookoo") for a fun Pasadena climbing adventure at The Post Climbing Gym. Monday, May 11 | 5:00-8:00 PM Important Details Location: The Post Climbing - 1100 N Fair Oaks Ave, Pasadena, CA 91103 Activity: Indoor climbing Cost: $20 (includes shoe rentals) What to bring: Water and…

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Rock Climbing | St. Louis Climbing – May 15th

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Join local FD community members Danielle and Randi ("Bear") for a fun St. Louis climbing meetup at So Ill's Power Plant Climbing Gym. Friday, May 15th | 6:00 pm Important Details Location: So Ill's Power Plant  Activity: Indoor climbing Cost: $10 per person. This includes your day pass and climbing…

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Hiking | Atlanta Hiking – May 16th

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Join local FD Community member Chris ("Natty Boi") for a fun Atlanta hike at the Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area! Feel free to bring your dog (but please make sure they are leashed). Saturday, May 16 | 10:00 AM Important Details Location: Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area. We will meet…

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Rock Climbing | San Diego Climbing – May 16th

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Join local FD Community member Lisa ("Doxie") for a fun San Diego climbing meet-up at Asylum Bouldering! Saturday, May 16 | 11:00 AM Important Details Location: Asylum Bouldering - 46 19th St, San Diego, CA 92102 Activity: Bouldering at an outdoor climbing gym! Cost: $22 (includes equipment rentals).  ( Asylum also…

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Hiking | Cincinnati Hiking – May 16th

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Join local FD Community member Jamison (“Chemtrail”) and Cassie ("Paws") for a fun Cincinnati Hiking day at the Bender Mountain Nature Preserve! Saturday, May 16 | 10 AM Important Details Location: Bender Mountain Nature Preserve Activity: Hiking the Bender Valley/Eagle Scout Trails from the Bender Road Gravel Lot. Length will…

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Rock Climbing | Bend Climbing — May 16th

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Join local FD community member Andy ("X2C") for some indoor rock climbing and skill building at Bend Rock Gym. Saturday, May 16th | 10:00 AM Important Details Where: We are meeting at Bend Rock Gym. Activity: Some fun indoor climbing! Cost: $15 per person + $5 for climbing gear rental. What…

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