Jason's Adventure Bash AR - The JAB!
Saturday, June 5, 2027
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Saturday, June 5, 2027
600 Canalside Street Suite 1009
Columbia, SC
Saturday, June 5, 2027
600 Canalside Street Suite 1009
Columbia, SC
Featuring the Soda City Scramble – An Urban Adventure Rally! Columbia, South Carolina | June 5th, 2027
Adventure. Community. Family. Fun.
Get ready for a one-of-a-kind urban adventure through the heart of Columbia, South Carolina! Jason's Adventure Bash (The JAB!) combines navigation, strategy, teamwork, river tubing, and plenty of unexpected discoveries into an unforgettable day of adventure.
Whether you're an experienced adventure racer, a first-timer, or a family looking for something exciting to do together, the Soda City Scramble offers an adventure for everyone!
Explore the hidden gems of Soda City, navigate to checkpoints, cool off on the river, and celebrate at an incredible post-race party!
Important: Registrations after May 22 are not guaranteed an event T-shirt.
A Race with a Purpose: Honoring Jason Schmidt Jason's Adventure Bash is more than an adventure race. It's a celebration of the life, friendship, and adventurous spirit of our dear friend and fellow adventure racer, Jason Schmidt.
Jason dreamed of bringing adventure racing back to his hometown of Columbia, South Carolina. Before his tragic passing during the Sea to Sea Adventure Race in February 2026, he had been working closely with GRIT Adventure Racing to make that dream a reality.
Following his passing, Jason's wife, Liz, expressed her desire to see his vision come to life. Together with Jason's family, close friends, GRIT Adventure Racing, and the Columbia community, we've come together to make it happen.
We're proud to honor Jason by bringing his original vision to life and sharing his passion for adventure with the community he loved.
50% of event proceeds will go directly toward a college scholarship fund in Jason's honor.
Every registration helps support this worthy cause while celebrating his legacy through the sport he loved.
Come race, laugh, explore, and make memories in Jason's honor!
The Soda City Scramble – An Urban Adventure Rally! Explore. Navigate. Discover. Celebrate! The Soda City Scramble puts a fun and approachable twist on traditional adventure racing!
This unique urban adventure combines the excitement of a scavenger hunt with the strategy and teamwork of adventure racing. Using a map and compass, participants will explore Columbia, discover hidden checkpoints, and make their own decisions about where to go and how to get there.
And because it's Columbia in June, we're adding something extra refreshing: a river tubing adventure!
The result? An exciting day filled with exploration, teamwork, laughter, and just the right amount of challenge.
Perfect For: Families looking for an exciting outdoor adventure First-time adventure racers curious about the sport Friends and groups looking for a unique team experience Youth and adult teams of varying fitness levels Experienced racers who enjoy navigation, strategy, and friendly competition No previous adventure racing experience is necessary! Bring your sense of adventure, a willingness to explore, and a positive attitude.
What to Expect 🧭 Navigation & Strategy Armed with a map and compass, your team will navigate Columbia in search of checkpoints scattered throughout the city.
The race uses a rogaine-style format, meaning teams choose their own routes and attempt to collect as many checkpoints as possible before time runs out.
There's no single correct route!
Strategy, teamwork, and good decision-making can be just as important as speed.
Explore Soda City Discover Columbia from a completely different perspective!
Travel through some of the city's most interesting neighborhoods, scenic areas, and hidden gems as you navigate between checkpoints.
Expect at least two miles of trekking, with opportunities to explore more depending on your team's chosen route.
River Tubing Adventure What's better than exploring Columbia on a summer day?
Cooling off with an adventure on the river!
The Soda City Scramble incorporates a fun river tubing experience, adding a refreshing twist to your urban adventure.
Teamwork & Family Fun Adventure racing is about more than physical ability. It's about communication, collaboration, problem-solving, and making decisions together.
Whether you're racing with your kids, friends, or fellow athletes, everyone has an opportunity to contribute.
Expect plenty of laughs, a few unexpected challenges, and memorable moments along the way!
An Adventure for Every Ability Level One of the best features of the Soda City Scramble is its flexible course design.
You decide how much adventure you want!
Teams will have multiple checkpoint options, allowing them to build a route that matches their fitness, experience, and goals.
Want to push yourself? Chase more checkpoints, explore farther, and test your navigation skills. Looking for a relaxed adventure? Choose a shorter route and enjoy discovering the city. Racing with younger kids? Focus on accessible checkpoints and enjoy the experience together. New to navigation? Start with simpler route choices and build confidence as you go. The goal is simple: Create your own adventure and have a blast doing it!
Whether you're competing for the podium or simply enjoying a day outdoors with family and friends, there's a place for you at The JAB!
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