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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 | Kentucky Hike – April 25th

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Join local FD community member Autumn (“Ribbet”) for an awesome hike in Kentucky's Natural Bridge State Resort Park, followed by lunch at Daniel Boone Coffee Shop. Saturday, April 25th | 10:00 am Important Details Location: Rock Garden and Hood's Branch Trailhead Activity: We will go for a 2.8 mile hike Cost:…

Eligibility: Open to new participants
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Oncology

Surfing | Outer Banks, NC – Oncology

April 26, 2026 - May 8, 2026

Registration opens February 2026 to surf the Outer Banks. The First Descents community will be notified via email. To join the FD community and receive updates when Programs are open for registration, sign up here! The Outer Banks of North Carolina are known as one of the best surfing spots…

Eligibility: Oncology Participants, ages 18-45, diagnosed ages 15-39
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FD Community (18+)

Rock Climbing | Austin Climbing — April 26th

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Join local FD community member, Iram ("Rum and Coke"), for some awesome climbing at Crux Climbing - Central. Sunday, April 26th | 10:15 AM - 12:15 PM Important Details Where: We are meeting at Crux Climbing - Central. Activity: Some fun indoor climbing! Cost: $19 passes per person with free climbing…

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

Hiking | Los Angeles Hike – April 26th

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Join local FD community member Alex (“KooKoo”) for a fun sunset hike at Stough Canyon Nature Center! Sunday, April 26th | 5:00 pm  Important Details Location: Stough Canyon Nature Center. We will meet HERE. Activity: We will hike to the Wishing Tree Picnic area where we will take a break…

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

Rock Climbing | Oakland Climbing – April 26th

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Join local FD Community member Elizabeth (“Pippin”) for a fun Oakland climbing adventure at Pacific Pipe!  Sunday, April 26th | 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM Important Details Location: Pacific Pipe: 2140 Mandela Pkwy, Oakland, CA 94607 Activity: Indoor Climbing! There will also be a belay lesson! Cost: $20 per Person…

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

Hiking | San Diego Hike – May 2th

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Join local FD community member Avi (“Avocado”) for an awesome hike at Lake Murray Community Park in La Mesa, CA. Saturday, May 2nd | 10:00 am Important Details Location: Meet at Lake Murray Trailhead HERE. Activity: We will go for a 5.7 mile hike around Lake Murray HERE. Cost: Free What to…

Eligibility: Open to new participants
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