Bataan Memorial Death March Team Memories of Honor

Monday, March 20 – Wednesday, April 19, 2023 Past event
1:59 AM MDT
White Sands, New Mexico
Free–$25.00 · 3 races

Event summary

Join us for the uplifting and meaningful 2023 Bataan Memorial Death March, hosted by the Memories of Honor Team, from March 20 to April 19, 2023, at the stunning White Sands, New Mexico. This event not only honors the legacy of our heroes but also supports Gold Star families through camaraderie and fundraising efforts. Participants can choose from three exciting ways to get involved: join the fundraising team for a commemorative t-shirt and prizes, take part in the in-person march without fundraising expectations, or connect virtually with no fees while retracing the historic 60.1-mile trek of the Bataan Death March.

Whether you're rucking alongside service members, engaging in friendly fundraising challenges, or participating from the comfort of your own home, every step taken contributes to a noble cause. The funds raised will directly support the Enduring Heroes Program, which helps send Gold Star Families and Veterans to events like this one. Be part of this incredible journey, celebrate our fallen heroes, and create lasting memories. Let's make this event a testament to honor, healing, and connection!

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  • In Person Fundraising Bataan Team Member

    Includes Commemorative Team Shirt

    This is to join our in-person Bataan team and does NOT include a Bataan registration. You must register via BataanMarch.com to ensure your entry into the race/event. For anyone wishing to fundraise. We will have fundraising prizes for goals matched or exceeded. Anyone raising over $850.00 will have their 2023 Bataan Entry Free reimbursed after the event -- please keep your Bataan Memorial Death March recipes. We will provide Fallen Hero Memorial Bibs during in-processing to anyone wishing to carry the name of a fallen hero with them. We will also have a limited supply of blank bibs to write your own.

    Sunday, Mar 19, 2023 (2:00 AM MDT)

    $25.00

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  • In Person Camaraderie Bataan Team Member

    To be an honorary member of our (in-person) 2023 Memories of Honor, Bataan Memorial Death March Team. This is to join our in-person Bataan team and does NOT include a Bataan registration. You must register via BataanMarch.com to ensure your entry into the race/event. We will provide Fallen Hero Memorial Bibs during in-processing to anyone wishing to carry the name of a fallen hero with them. We will also have a limited supply of blank bibs to write your own.

    Monday, Mar 20, 2023 (1:59 AM MDT)

    Free

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  • Virtual 60.1 Battan Team Member

    Virtual

    This is to join our virtual Bataan team if you don't plan on being at the Bataan Memorial Death March in person -- it also does NOT include a Bataan Memorial Death March registration. You must register via BataanMarch.com to ensure your entry into the race/event.

    Monday, Mar 20, 2023 (1:59 AM MDT)

    Free

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Organiser's description

WELCOME TO THE 2023 _TEAM MEMORIES OF HONOR_ BATAAN MEMORIAL DEATH MARCH TEAM PAGE!



Join us at the 2023 Bataan Memorial Death March (or virtually). The Memories of Honor TEAM offers camaraderie & fundraising options to help support Gold Star families.



THERE ARE THREE WAYS TO PARTICIPATE WITH TEAM MEMORIES OF HONOR

Please read below each of the options.

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HONOR*

Join the fundraising team today to receive a commemorative t-shirt and other perks!

* Your $25 donation includes a MEMORIES OF HONOR TEAM SHIRT.
* You will earn online badges and prizes for hitting milestones!

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HEAL**

Join us in person at the Bataan Memorial Death March in White Sands, New Mexico. This option is without our team shirt or expected fundraising.
*

CONNECT**

Join us virtually, with no fees and no strings attached. We have an online virtual course that retraces the footsteps taken by the WWII Bataan Death March POWs.

* _* Please note joining our team does not gain you access to the Bataan Memorial Death March. You will still need to secure your participation by registering through their website._
* _** This is a no-strings-attached comradery team. However, optional donations and fundraising will be offered during the registration process but are not mandatory for your participation. __ _



WE'RE THE BATTLING BASTARDS OF BATAAN.
NO MAMA, NO PAPA, NO UNCLE SAM,
NO AUNTS, NO UNCLES, NO COUSINS, NO NIECES,
NO PILLS, NO PLANES, NO ARTILLERY PIECES
AND NOBODY GIVES A DAMN.



WHY JOIN OUR BATAAN FUNDRAISING TEAM?

* Team camaraderie!
* RUCK side by side with service members and families for whom you have been fundraising.
* Honor our fallen and their families and keep the legacy of these heroes alive.
* Receive our exclusive Memories of Honor Bataan Team shirt when you join our fundraising team.
* An easy-to-use personal online fundraising link set up by RunSignUp.com with Facebook integration.
* Have the support of our Team and Team Leaders throughout your training and fundraising.
* Competitive fundraising challenges.



WHERE ARE YOUR DONATIONS GOING?

* Proceeds from our team page are earmarked for our Enduring Heroes Program to send Gold Star Families & Veterans to events like the Bataan Memorial Death March in White Sands, NM.
* 501c3 nonprofit fundraiser.
* *THIS EVENT/TEAM IS A TEAM BUILDER AND FUNDRAISER FOR MEMORIES OF HONOR.
* WE ARE NOT AFFILIATED WITH THE ANNUAL BATAAN MEMORIAL MARCH http://bataanmarch.com HELD AT WHITE SANDS, NEW MEXICO, PRODUCED BY THE WSMR. IF YOU HAVE QUESTIONS ABOUT OUR TEAM, PLEASE SEE OUR FAQ SECTION OR CONTACT US DIRECTLY.



MORE ABOUT THE VIRTUAL TEAM EVENT

Through this virtual charity event, you can "virtually" and "interactively" take the same 60.1-mile trek of the historic Bataan Death March from MARIVELES, BATAAN, TO SAN FERNANDO PAMPANGA.

* LOCATION | TIME | DATE: ANYWHERE, ANYTIME, & ANY DAY(S) YOU LIKE - the virtual & interactive Walk, Run, Military Ruck Mariveles, Bataan to San Fernando, Pampanga.
* DISTANCE: 60.1 Miles -- Do as many or as few miles/sessions as possible to finish the course.
* FREE VIRTUAL EVENT
* 100% CHARITY EVENT: If you choose to donate or fundraise, those funds directly impact our mission and programs. You can read more about Memories of Honor by visiting our WEBSITE https://runsignup.com/http:/memoriesofhonor.org.



LET'S GET SOCIAL

_Join in on the conversation using the social media information listed below._

* FACEBOOK: @MemoriesofHonor @BataanMarch
* FACEBOOK GROUP: Straight Outta Bataan
* INSTAGRAM: @MemoriesofHonor @BataanMarch
* TWITTER: @MoH_Remembers @BataanMarch
* HASHTAGS: #EveryDayIsMemorialDay, #TeamMOH

Location

White Sands Missile Range,, Owen Rd, White Sands, 88002, NM, United States

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