The 2022 event is complete, with results and photos available at the link below. Please check back for information about future editions!
The Bath Adventure Scramble is a neighborhood scavenger hunt in beautiful, historic Bath, Maine taking place on Saturday, October 1. The event is sponsored by KELT and hosted by Strong Machine Adventure Racing.
Whether you’re a runner, orienteerer, walker, or family, you’re sure to have a fun adventure. Checkpoints are marked on a map and the goal is to find as many as you can within the 2-hour time limit - you choose how long you want to be out! Whether you run, ramble, or stroll is up to you! You can participate solo or in teams of 2 to 5. Regular pricing ends on Sunday, September 18. Late registration is available from Monday, September 19 until race day and fees will increase by $5 per racer. Be sure to sign up soon to guarantee your entry! Whether you are a local or from afar, you’re sure to see some new sights and maybe learn a thing or two about Bath and its history. This is a family friendly event for people of all ages and abilities. Strollers are welcome! |
EVENT SCHEDULE: Saturday, October 1
8:45am - Onsite registration opens
9:30am - Map handout and briefing
10:00am - Start
12:00pm - Finish
12:30pm - Awards
HOW DOES IT WORK?
WHAT TO WEAR AND BRING
DIRECTIONS AND PARKING
Start and Finish
8:45am - Onsite registration opens
9:30am - Map handout and briefing
10:00am - Start
12:00pm - Finish
12:30pm - Awards
HOW DOES IT WORK?
- Maps are handed out 30 minutes before the race start. Use this time to strategize! Plan which checkpoints you want to find and the route you'll take to get there. Use highlighters, pens, or pencils to mark your intended route on the maps.
- Checkpoints have varying point values. This may affect the ones you choose to go for!
- Checkpoints are worth the tens place of the checkpoint number. For example, checkpoint #46 is worth 40 points.
- After the race briefing, everyone starts at the same time.
- To prove that you visited a checkpoint, you'll answer a multiple-choice question on the answer sheet. No guessing - incorrect answers receive a point penalty!
- Do your best to return to the finish on time and turn in your answer sheet, or risk losing 10 points for every minute (or fraction of a minute) that you're late!
WHAT TO WEAR AND BRING
- Everyone should bring the following:
- A timepiece, so you'll know when to dash back to the finish
- Highlighters or other writing utensils for marking the answer sheet and planning your route
- Comfortable clothing and shoes for the speed you plan to go
- You may wish to bring the following:
- A compass. This can be handy but is not necessary.
- Water and/or snacks
- A magnifier, to make it easier to read fine details on the map
- A fun team name!
DIRECTIONS AND PARKING
Start and Finish
- The start and finish will be at Library Park in Bath, Maine located at 43 Summer St, Bath, ME 04530
- Parking is available on the street in various locations around the park. Please don't park in the library parking lot as the library is open during the event.
- The only significant hazard in this event is vehicular traffic. This is a serious concern if you are trying to be competitive. It is extremely easy to run into the street with your nose in your map. Look before you leap!