Veterans Adventure Weekend
Adventure. Camaraderie. Fun.
August 7-8, 2026 • Powell, Ohio
Get ready for a weekend that ignites your spirit and pushes you into something extraordinary.
Whether you’re drawn to kayaking, fishing, jiu-jitsu, meditation, or disc golf, there’s an adventure waiting that matches your pace, your interests, and your sense of challenge.
Two days. Many adventures. One unforgettable weekend built for those who’ve served.
Conquer the open water by kayak. Cast your line into a morning glow. Find your flow on the jiu-jitsu mat or the yoga mat. Create custom tie-dye, enjoy live entertainment, and draw inspiration from the powerful stories of fellow veterans.
Exciting Recap from 2025
A Weekend Designed for You
Veterans Adventure Weekend is an immersive experience created exclusively for veterans and their families—a chance to step outside, push your limits, and reconnect with the camaraderie that comes from shared service. This isn’t about doing things a certain way. It’s about rediscovering challenge, joy, and community on your terms.
A New Home Base
This year marks a milestone: the entire weekend will be hosted at our brand-new Adventure and Wellness Lodge. Every detail of this space was designed with intention—for connection, restoration, and possibility. It’s the perfect launch pad for a weekend built around action, healing, and togetherness.
LOCATION: Adaptive Sports Connection
6000 Harriott Drive, Powell, OH 43065
Event Schedule
Friday, August 7
4:00 PM
Check-In Opens
4:00–5:15 PM
Welcome Activities
Explore the lodge, meet fellow guests, or play yard games.
5:00 PM
Dinner Service Begins
5:40–6:20 PM
Welcome Program
Join us for a special evening program featuring a welcome from ASC staff, Veteran speakers, a keynote address, and closing remarks.
6:30–9:00 PM
Evening Activities
Spend the rest of the evening enjoying live music by Bob McCann and Amy Evans, yard games, kayaking, and time connecting with fellow guests.
9:00 PM
Program Concludes
Saturday, August 8
7:30–8:45 AM
Registration & Breakfast
Start the day with breakfast and check in for Saturday’s activities.
8:00 AM–6:00 PM
Vendor Village Open
Connect with organizations offering resources, services, wellness support, and opportunities for Veterans and military families throughout the day.
9:00–11:30 AM
Programming Session 1
Choose from fishing, fly fishing, bike demos, kayaking, horseback riding with Stockhands Horses for Healing, disc golf, yard games, and Warrior Meditation by Steve Staniford from Save A Warrior.
9:00–10:00 AM
Jiu-Jitsu Session 1
Morning Session 1 with Zack Holycross
10:30–11:30 AM
Jiu-Jitsu Session 2
Morning Session 2 with Zack Holycross
12:00–1:30 PM
Lunch Program
Enjoy lunch followed by a guest speaker from the Wounded Warrior Project.
2:00–4:30 PM
Programming Session 2
Continue the adventure with fishing, fly fishing, yoga & sound bath, bike demos, kayaking, horseback riding with Stockhands Horses for Healing, disc golf, yard games, and Warrior Meditation by Steve Staniford from Save A Warrior.
5:00–6:30 PM
Dinner Program
Gather for dinner, guest speakers from the Columbus VA, and an awards ceremony.
6:30–9:00 PM
Evening Entertainment
Enjoy a dessert bar, live music by The FlameKeepers, games, and social activities.
7:00–8:00 PM
Jiu-Jitsu Session 3
Evening Session with Zack Holycross
Compete for The Boundless Freedom Cup!
For Veterans of ALL Abilities!
Army • Marine Corps • Navy • Air Force • Coast Guard • National Guard
Teams will be assigned based on your branch of service.
Compete in kayak, cycling, disc golf, and other fun challenges.
Honoring Service Through Adventure
Hosted by Adaptive Sports Connection, this weekend honors your service through movement, nature, and community. It is a place where veterans and families come together, support one another, and share experiences that remind us we are part of something bigger. Whether you want a high energy challenge, a quiet moment to reset, or real connection with people who understand your journey, you will find it here.
Everything Provided. Nothing Owed.
Meals and all activities are 100% free for veterans and their families. Spouses, partners, and kids are welcome.
Help Spread the Word! Utilize the marketing assets in our toolkit to invite veterans and their families to be part of the experience.
Thank you to our 2026 event sponsors and partners
Calling Veterans and Families of ALL Abilities!
This is a free event for veterans and family!
Plan Your Visit
Parking & Transportation
Limited ADA parking will be available at the ASC Adventure & Wellness Lodge. The Lodge will also serve as a designated drop-off location for participants.
There is NO general parking available at the ASC Adventure & Wellness Lodge. All attendees should park at New Hope Church (4739 W. Powell Rd., Powell), where complimentary shuttle service will be provided to and from the ASC Adventure & Wellness Lodge (6000 Harriott Rd., Powell).
Hotel Accommodations
A block of rooms has been reserved at for attendees traveling from outside Columbus or for those who need to stay closer to the venue due to disability or accessibility needs.
Rooms are limited — please submit a request below and we’ll follow up with booking details.
Vendor Village
Saturday, August 8, 2026 from 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Setup Times
Friday, August 7: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM (encouraged)
Friday, August 7: 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Saturday, August 8: Before 8:00 AM
Please consider donating if unable to attend.
CONTACT US:
Adaptive Sports Connection
6000 Harriott Drive
Powell, Ohio 43065
info@adaptivesportsconnection.org
614.389.3921
Adaptive Sports Connection is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization and an active chapter of Move United, a national 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization.
Adaptive Sports Connection EIN Number is 31-1561944