Spring Bloom Adventure Race
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Event overview
The Spring Bloom Adventure Race takes place in Fredericksburg, VA on April 25, 2026 at 6600 River Rd. The event offers a full-day 15-hour race and shorter 4-hour races, including a 4-hour "no-biking" option. Race formats include solo and team entries (2, 3 or 4 person teams) plus a Family Division in the 4-hour race. The 15-hour race is USARA sanctioned and scores points in the Adventure Race World Series.
Format, distances and key details
The race combines paddling, mountain biking and trekking with map-and-compass navigation. Distance estimates to clear the full course are:
- Trekking: 15+ mi (15-hour), 4+ mi (4-hour), 9+ mi (4-hour no-biking)
- Biking: 19+ mi (15-hour), 11+ mi (4-hour)
- Paddling: 18+ mi (15-hour), 4+ mi (4-hour and no-biking)
Minimum ages: 15-hour race 13+; 4-hour races 6+. Registration fees vary by date; typical ranges are $200–$230 per person for the 15-hour and $80–$100 per person for the 4-hour. Organizers provide boats, paddles, PFDs, race maps, e-punch, bibs, race photos, a race shirt (guaranteed if registered by the stated deadline), and a post-race meal. Participants must supply key gear such as a mountain bike, helmet, lights, compass, map case, whistle, hydration and a charged cellphone sealed in a dry bag. The event runs rain or shine. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.