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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 | Roanoke Hiking – November 15th

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Join local FD Community member Reid (“Speedo”) for a fun Roanoke hiking adventure up to McAfee Knob, known for some of the best views along the entire Appalachian Trail. Saturday, November 15 | 7:45 AM Important Details Location: McAfee Knob. The trailhead parking lot for the hike fills up early,…

Eligibility: Open to new participants
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Hiking | Thousand Oaks Hiking – November 15th

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Join local FD Community member Ashley (“Cache") for a fun Thousand Oaks hiking adventure at Wildwood Regional Park! Saturday, November 15 | 10:00 AM Important Details Location: Wildwood Regional Park. Meet in the parking lot: 928 W Avenida De Los Arboles, Thousand Oaks, CA 91360 Activity: Hiking the 3 mile…

Eligibility: Open to new participants
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Rock Climbing | Chicago Climbing – November 16th

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Join local FD Community member Shin (“Slim Shady”) for an afternoon Chicago climbing adventure at Movement - Wrigleyville!  Sunday, November 16 | 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM Important Details Location: Movement - Wrigleyville: 1115 W Addison St, Chicago, IL 60613 Activity: 2 Hours of Indoor Climbing! Cost: $20 per Person (this…

Eligibility: Open to new participants
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Hiking | Baltimore Hiking – November 16th

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Join local FD Community member Maggie (“Windshield”) for a fun Baltimore hiking adventure at Patapsco Valley State Park! Sunday, November 16 | 1:00 PM Important Details Location: Patapsco Valley State Park. Meet at the Lost Lake Parking Lot: Glen Artney Rd, Halethorpe, MD 21227 Activity: Hiking the 5 mile Grist…

Eligibility: Open to new participants
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Rock Climbing | Eugene Climbing – November 17th

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Join local FD Community member Jeffrey (“Smokey”) for a fun Eugene climbing adventure at Crux Rock Gym!  Monday, November 17 | 6:00-8:00 PM Important Details Location: Crux Rock Gym: 401 W 3rd Ave, Eugene, OR 97401 Activity: Indoor rock climbing at Crux Rock Gym for their weekly beginner night Cost:…

Eligibility: Open to new participants
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Hiking | Boston Hiking – November 22nd

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Join local FD Community member Tegan (“Swaggz”) for a fun Boston hiking adventure at Blue Hills Reservation!  Saturday, November 22 | 9:00 AM Important Details Location: Blue Hills Reservation: 695 Hillside St, Milton, MA 02186 Activity: Hiking the 3 mile Great Blue Hill via Skyline Trail (AllTrails). It should take…

Eligibility: Open to new participants
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