A Walk to Remember: Sponsored by the Pennsylvania Military Museum and A Soldier's Hands
- Date Sat 24th May 2025
- Location Boalsburg, Pennsylvania
- Price $22.20 - $27.50
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us on Saturday, May 24, 2025, for an inspiring and heartfelt event, "A Walk to Remember," taking place in Boalsburg, Centre. This special occasion honors and remembers the brave individuals who lost their lives defending our country, with Gold Star families of Chad Edmunson and Brian Clarkson as our honored guests.
The day kicks off at 8 A.M. with a moving welcome and acknowledgment of our heroes, followed by a color guard presentation and the National Anthem. Participants will engage in a somber 5K walk, completing six laps around the beautiful Pennsylvania Military Museum grounds. The event not only allows you to carry a name on your heart but also invites you to write a "note from home" for deployed troops, fostering a sense of community and support. Don't miss this opportunity to pay tribute and connect with fellow attendees. Mark your calendars for a day of remembrance and honor!
The day kicks off at 8 A.M. with a moving welcome and acknowledgment of our heroes, followed by a color guard presentation and the National Anthem. Participants will engage in a somber 5K walk, completing six laps around the beautiful Pennsylvania Military Museum grounds. The event not only allows you to carry a name on your heart but also invites you to write a "note from home" for deployed troops, fostering a sense of community and support. Don't miss this opportunity to pay tribute and connect with fellow attendees. Mark your calendars for a day of remembrance and honor!
Organiser's Description
Join us as we honor and acknowledge those who lost their lives while defending our country. Gold Star families of Chad Edmunson and Brian Clarkson are our special guests. Be sure to sign our Board as to whom You are Carrying. Write a "note from home" that will be sent to a deployed troop. Who are you carrying? #CarryTheLoad
Schedule of Events:
Friday: May 23 from 5-6 pm, packet pick up
Saturday: May 24:
8 A.M. A Welcome and acknowledgement of our honor Gold Star families guests
8:05 A.M. Color Guard: local girl scout troop, Pledge of Allegiance
8:10 A.M. Pastor Paul McReynolds, National Anthem + opening prayer
8:15 A.M. Keynote speaker to be announced
8:30 A.M. Somber Walk Begins, 6 laps around the museum grounds = 5K.
9:45 A.M. TAPS performed by High Schooler Hannah Majewski, followed by 21 gun salute: Bellefonte VFW
8:00-9:30 A.M. 10-12 Veteran support services ready to offer any support
Schedule of Events:
Friday: May 23 from 5-6 pm, packet pick up
Saturday: May 24:
8 A.M. A Welcome and acknowledgement of our honor Gold Star families guests
8:05 A.M. Color Guard: local girl scout troop, Pledge of Allegiance
8:10 A.M. Pastor Paul McReynolds, National Anthem + opening prayer
8:15 A.M. Keynote speaker to be announced
8:30 A.M. Somber Walk Begins, 6 laps around the museum grounds = 5K.
9:45 A.M. TAPS performed by High Schooler Hannah Majewski, followed by 21 gun salute: Bellefonte VFW
8:00-9:30 A.M. 10-12 Veteran support services ready to offer any support
Races
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A Walk to Remember Our Fallen
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 24th May 2025 (8:00AM EDT)
$27.50
Each paved lap around the Museum is approximately 1/2 miles -
A Walk to Remember - Veterans Registration Option
Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 24th May 2025 (8:00AM EDT)
$22.20
Each paved lap around the Museum is approximately 1/2 miles
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