race description
What is the Big Scramble?
Adventurous Concepts (AC) will once again host The Big Scramble, an urban race for a cause, to benefit the Alzheimer's Association. We raised over $20k in donations and matching funds for the not-for-profit during our first two races. This year our goal is $15k and we are committed to do something to help find a cure for Alzheimer's - are you in?
The Mission
Your mission is to get yourself to participate in an event in the spirit of the amazing race through South Beach. Teams can consist of two, three, or four people and if you're in the family division, you can race as a four, six, or eight person team. So grab friends, daughters, sons, parents, siblings, coworkers, or get the boss on board as a team-building exercise. Athletes and non-athletes are welcome- anyone can do it! All that is required is a positive outlook to have a great time.
How it Works
You design your race route and process based on event rules. The team to most quickly figure out the clues, arrive at the designated locations, complete required tasks, and, finally, cross the finish line wins. Legitimate point-to-point transportation includes walking, running, strolling, and certain fare-based bus transportation. Other modes of transportation are not allowed unless specified in the instructions.
The course is designed to take between 2 to 4 hours to complete, depending on how slowly or quickly you traverse your race. At race start, each team will be given a list of approximately 10 to 15 clues, which represent specific locations. There may be additional tasks to perform once you reach the designated location.
Costumes and other team embellishments are encouraged!
This year we have added a family category as well as provide team's an opportunity to raise money for the Alzheimer's Association. Visit
Team Fundraising Info and Toolkit Page for more information.
Note: Minimum age for participation is 12 years old, however those under 16 must be accompanied on their team by an adult.
Remember, in addition to the challenge, fun and competition, you are doing good: ALL proceeds will be donated to the Alzheimer's Association.
So start supporting The Big Scramble now: Just click on the facebook LIKE button found above just below the navigation menu.
STILL NOT CONVINCED?
Past participants have said...
-"Great race! We had a blast! thanks so much for putting this together for such a wonderful cause...."- Melissa
-"I wanted you to know how much we enjoyed the race. My husband and I live north of Dallas and we came down just for the race and to visit Miami for the first time. We had such a good time that we are planning on coming back next year and hopefully bringing friends with us!"- Amber
- "Reluctance instantly evolved into wild anticipation and fierce competition...what a rush!" - James
- "More fun than I've had in a long time! Can't wait for next year." - Sharon
- "I did the Big Scramble last year and it was a blast. It's like that show the Amazing Race, but more fun, and you can do in a few hours." - Patrick
- "It takes more than just speed to win this race! You need knowledge, strategy, and the ability to execute and work with your teammates...it's a lot of fun and for a great cause!" - Eddie
- "Elias did such wonderful job of designing a course that it forced me to test my knowledge of Miami Beach while running from points North, South, East, and West. And, it felt good knowing that it was all contributing towards the end of Alzheimer's. Looking forward to 2011's Big Scramble!" - Adilia
