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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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Kayaking | Paddle Boarding | DC Kayaking – June 28th

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Join local FD Community member Katheryn (“Miracle”) for a fun Saturday morning DC Kayaking meet up at Thompson Boat Center! Spend an few hours paddling on the Potomac and take advantage of a Special 15% off offer for FD Community Members.  Saturday, June 28 | 10 AM Important Details Location:…

Eligibility: Open to new participants
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Dragon Boat | Chicago Dragon Boat Paddling – June 29th

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Join local FD Community member Sam for a fun Chicago Dragon Boat Paddling adventure with The Greater Chicago Dragon Boat Club. No experience or equipment necessary! Sunday, June 29 | 1:00pm - 2:30pm Important Details Location: The Greater Chicago Dragon Boat Club: 1574 N Kingsbury St, Chicago, IL 60642 (behind the…

Eligibility: Open to new participants
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Rock Climbing | Boston Climbing – June 29th

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Join local FD Community member Leandra (“Chimera”) for a fun Boston Climbing meetup at Waitt's Mount thanks to our friends at MetroRock Everett! Sunday, June 29 | 9 AM - 1 PM Important Details Location: Waitt's Mount: Waitts Mt Park, Malden, MA 02148 Activity: Guided Rock Climbing with MetroRock Everett Cost:…

Eligibility: Open to new participants
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Paddle Boarding | Westminster Paddle Boarding – July 11th

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Join local FD Community member Hanna (“Shooudah”) for a fun post-work paddle boarding and potluck hangout at Standley Lake in Westminster! We will paddle around the lake for about an hour and then hang out by the lake and enjoy a group potluck picnic! Friday, July 11th | 5:30 pm…

Eligibility: Open to new participants
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Kayaking | Port Gamble Kayaking – July 12th

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Join local FD Community member Jennifer (“Three Jay”) for a fun Port Gamble Kayaking adventure, experience Port Gamble's amazing Bioluminescence! Saturday, July 12 | 9:30 PM Important Details Location: Port Gamble. Meet at the Olympic Outdoor Center: 32379 Rainier Ave., Port Gamble, Washington Activity: Bioluminescence kayaking tour. It should take us about…

Eligibility: Open to new participants
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Bouldering | Minneapolis Bouldering – July 13th

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Join local FD Community member Heather for a fun Minneapolis Bouldering adventure at Bouldering Project - West River!  Sunday, July 13 | 3:00 PM Important Details Location: Bouldering Project - West River: 1433 West River Rd N, Minneapolis, MN 55411 Activity: 2 hours of Indoor Bouldering & Climbing! Cost: $15 per…

Eligibility: Open to new participants
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