Grab your beverage of choice and get ready to feel deeply INSPIRED on our latest podcast! We are delighted to continue our SPECIAL GUEST series with our dear friend Brad Ludden, the driving force behind the non-profit organization he founded 20 years ago that continues to be a recognized leader in outdoor experiential programming: First Descents.
First Descents provides life-changing, outdoor adventures for young adults impacted by cancer and other serious health conditions. Through outdoor adventures, skills development, and local adventure communities, First Descents improves the long-term survivorship -- as well as the overall emotional, mental and physical well-being -- of these brave and inspirational young adults.
The participants in their programs experience free outdoor adventure programs that empower them to climb, paddle, and surf beyond their diagnosis, reclaim their lives, and connect with others doing the same.
Brad dives into all this and more in our touching conversation -- and he also addresses the pivot the organization made in 2020 during the pandemic to serve/help the Front-Line Workers and First Responders who worked tirelessly for the common good during this time. Thank you Brad and FD for all you do and contribute everyday to those lucky enough to know and work with you!
Resources to connect with First Descents:
1. Visit First Descent's website: Outdoor Adventure for Young Adults Living with Cancer and MS (firstdescents.org) to find out all about their programs and offerings.
2. Email FD at [email protected]
3. Like them on Facebook: First Descents | Facebook
4. Consider donating (any amount) to their cause: Fuel Adventure (firstdescents.org)
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