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Send It provides outdoor adventures for young adult (ages 21-40) cancer patients and survivors, removing them from their cancer experience and creating the space to play, connect, and have fun in the outdoors. Send It programs are multi-day adventures in Lake Tahoe and the San Francisco Bay Area, designed around activities such as mountain biking, skiing, surfing, climbing and backpacking; creating a vital community through shared experience.

Embrace the Pura Vida of Costa Rica while seizing every opportunity to live life to the fullest and send it! This 6 day/5 night retreat is designed to inspire, invigorate, and create lifelong memories with other amazing individuals. White water rafting, hanging bridges, surfing, waterfall plunges, yoga, sunsets, wildlife, forest bathing, and healing circles are just some of the activities you will enjoy on this epic Costa Rican adventure. Stay in a unique glamping retreat center set in the Costa Rican rainforest overlooking the Naranjo River below for an immersive and healing experience in nature.  In partnership with Luna Vida…
January 7
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January 12

Luna Vida Costa Rica Adventure

Head to the mountains and Send It on the slopes! Participants will have the opportunity to take on the mountains of Lake Tahoe for 3 days of skiing or snowboarding at Palisades Tahoe Resort. Ski and snowboard instructors are provided and will work with participants at all skill levels. Additional activities include yoga, snow tubing, and hot tub sessions at the Send It cabin. Equipment, lift tickets, lessons, food, and lodging are provided to participants, free of charge. All skill levels are welcome, no previous ski or snowboard experience necessary.  
January 16
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January 20

Ski / Snowboard Lake Tahoe

Head to the mountains and Send It on the slopes! Participants will have the opportunity to take on the mountains of Lake Tahoe for 3 days of skiing or snowboarding at Palisades Tahoe Resort. Ski and snowboard instructors are provided and will work with participants at all skill levels. Additional activities include yoga, snow tubing, and hot tub sessions at the Send It cabin. Equipment, lift tickets, lessons, food, and lodging are provided to participants, free of charge. All skill levels are welcome, no previous ski or snowboard experience necessary.  
February 12
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February 16

Ski / Snowboard Lake Tahoe

Head to the mountains and Send It on the slopes! Participants will have the opportunity to take on the mountains of Lake Tahoe for 3 days of skiing or snowboarding at Palisades Tahoe Resort. Ski and snowboard instructors are provided and will work with participants at all skill levels. Additional activities include yoga, snow tubing, and hot tub sessions at the Send It cabin. Equipment, lift tickets, lessons, food, and lodging are provided to participants, free of charge. All skill levels are welcome, no previous ski or snowboard experience necessary.  
March 11
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March 15

Ski / Snowboard Lake Tahoe

This adventure is an opportunity to explore and push yourself in the Pacific Ocean of northern California. Participants will have 3 days of surfing with experienced instructors, they will learn new techniques and brush up on their surf skills. No previous experience is necessary! Additional activities include, walks along the beach, hiking in the Redwoods, and time to connect and relax at the Send It beach house. All equipment, surf lessons, food, and lodging are included and free for participants.
May 13
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May 17

Surf at Stinson Beach

June is a wonderful time of year in Tahoe! Join us on this adventure for two days of rock climbing on Donner Pass and two days of electric mountain biking in the Sierra Mountains! The electric mountain bikes are pedal assist so they help on the uphill climbs and are smooth riding on the downhills. We will have experienced instructors and guides for all activities. All skill levels are welcome, but participants must be able to ride a bike to participate. No previous rock-climbing experience is necessary. We'll soak up the beauty of the Sierras and all that the mountains…
June 17
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June 22

Climb & Pedal in Lake Tahoe

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The Vy Nguyen Koller Grant

The Vy Nguyen Koller Grant is designed to inspire and empower young adult cancer survivors to activate their dream adventures, embrace the challenges and the beauty of the outdoors, push boundaries and live for today.