DEFENDER 5k and 2.2 mile Ruck
- Date Sat 7th June 2025
- Time 6:00AM EDT
- Location Saint Petersburg, Florida
- Price $24.32 - $43.40
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the inspiring DEFENDER 5K and 2.2 mile Ruck event on Saturday, June 7th, 2025, in the beautiful city of St. Petersburg, Pinellas. This special event not only promotes physical fitness but also serves a vital purpose—raising awareness and funds to combat military suicide. Participants will honor fallen heroes, especially Marine Anthony Muhlstadt, while embracing community spirit and camaraderie.
The DEFENDER 5K and Ruck Walk invites you to carry the weight of remembrance as we unite in support of those who have served and continue to serve our country. After the walk, join in a heartfelt birthday celebration for Anthony, complete with music, vendors, giveaways, and, of course, delicious birthday cake. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this meaningful day and make a difference—register before May 15th to guarantee your event shirt! Let’s come together to defend our heroes and foster a community of support and love.
The DEFENDER 5K and Ruck Walk invites you to carry the weight of remembrance as we unite in support of those who have served and continue to serve our country. After the walk, join in a heartfelt birthday celebration for Anthony, complete with music, vendors, giveaways, and, of course, delicious birthday cake. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this meaningful day and make a difference—register before May 15th to guarantee your event shirt! Let’s come together to defend our heroes and foster a community of support and love.
Organiser's Description
DEADLINE FOR GUARANTEED EVENT SHIRT IS MAY 15TH
AFTER MAY 15TH, T-SHIRTS WILL BE BASED ON AVAILABILITY. THANK YOU
PROCEEDS TO BENEFIT LOCAL ORGANIZATIONS COMMITTED TO BATTLING SUICIDE
Those who are gone are not forgotten. We honor all we have lost. Some we have lost on the battlefield, some on the streets of America, and others we have lost to their own demons. All of them were our Defenders. Now, it is our turn to Defend them. We Ruck - We Carry the Weight and Bear the Burden. We accept the responsibility as a community to embrace and support our heroes. Our work: Honor and Remember Fallen Heroes, and commit to finding a way to stop military suicide.
On this walk we remember all heroes with special acknowledgment of Marine, Anthony Muhlstadt, who died by suicide on November 19th 2021. Referred to as a 'Defender' by friends, family, and his brothers in arms, Anthony always stood up for the underdog. On this Ruck Walk, we carry forward his burden, and through his life and death we work to raise awareness for active duty and veteran suicide prevention.
The Defender 5K and Ruck Walk is also a celebration of life; the lives that were lived in honor of God, Community, and Country. Participants are welcome to join Anthony's family and friends for a special birthday celebration after completion of the Defender Ruck Walk. There will be music, vendors, giveaways, camaraderie, friendship, love, and, of course, birthday cake.
AFTER MAY 15TH, T-SHIRTS WILL BE BASED ON AVAILABILITY. THANK YOU
PROCEEDS TO BENEFIT LOCAL ORGANIZATIONS COMMITTED TO BATTLING SUICIDE
Those who are gone are not forgotten. We honor all we have lost. Some we have lost on the battlefield, some on the streets of America, and others we have lost to their own demons. All of them were our Defenders. Now, it is our turn to Defend them. We Ruck - We Carry the Weight and Bear the Burden. We accept the responsibility as a community to embrace and support our heroes. Our work: Honor and Remember Fallen Heroes, and commit to finding a way to stop military suicide.
On this walk we remember all heroes with special acknowledgment of Marine, Anthony Muhlstadt, who died by suicide on November 19th 2021. Referred to as a 'Defender' by friends, family, and his brothers in arms, Anthony always stood up for the underdog. On this Ruck Walk, we carry forward his burden, and through his life and death we work to raise awareness for active duty and veteran suicide prevention.
The Defender 5K and Ruck Walk is also a celebration of life; the lives that were lived in honor of God, Community, and Country. Participants are welcome to join Anthony's family and friends for a special birthday celebration after completion of the Defender Ruck Walk. There will be music, vendors, giveaways, camaraderie, friendship, love, and, of course, birthday cake.
Races
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Defender 5k
Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 7th June 2025 (6:00AM EDT)
$43.40
Packet Pickup will start at 6:00 am at the event location 7700 16th St. N. Saint Petersburg, FL 33701 US -
Defender 2.2 Mile
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 7th June 2025 (6:00AM EDT)
$38.10
Packet Pickup will start at 6:00 am at the event location 7700 16th St. N. Saint Petersburg, FL 33701 US -
Virtual Challenge
Incl. $2.32 Fee & T-Shirt
$24.32
Virtual option is provided for our service members near and far. Run your event and support the Anthony P Muhlstadt Foundation
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