March For The Fallen
- Date Sat 20th September 2025
- Time 7:00AM EDT
- Location Annville, Pennsylvania
- Price Free
- Races 6 races
- Distances Ultra, 5km
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Event summary
Join the Pennsylvania Army National Guard Training Center for the inspiring March For The Fallen on Saturday, September 20, 2025, in Annville, Lebanon. This annual event brings together military and civilian communities to honor the memory of our fallen heroes who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. Participants can choose from various challenging race distances, including the 28-mile heavy and light marches, 14-mile heavy and light marches, as well as a 5k and handcycle option.
Set against the breathtaking backdrop of Fort Indiantown Gap, the course features diverse terrains, from asphalt roads to the rugged trails of the Appalachian Mountain Range, with elevation changes that provide a true test of endurance. While spectators are encouraged to cheer on participants from the comfortable confines of Strickler Field, please note that they cannot be along the march route. Mark your calendar for this unforgettable day of remembrance and community spirit!
Set against the breathtaking backdrop of Fort Indiantown Gap, the course features diverse terrains, from asphalt roads to the rugged trails of the Appalachian Mountain Range, with elevation changes that provide a true test of endurance. While spectators are encouraged to cheer on participants from the comfortable confines of Strickler Field, please note that they cannot be along the march route. Mark your calendar for this unforgettable day of remembrance and community spirit!
Organiser's Description
The Pennsylvania Army National Guard Training Center is hosting the Fort Indiantown Gap annual MARCH FOR THE FALLEN on Saturday, September 20, 2025 at Strickler Field. This event is rain or shine!
March for the Fallen is an event for the military and civilian communities to join annually in honoring the memory of all fallen service members who have made the ultimate sacrifice in the defense of our great nation. The events are the 28 mile heavy, 28 mile light, 14 mile heavy, 14 mile light, 5k, and handcycle. Spectators are also welcome in support of the event but are not able to be along the march route. The safest and most comfortable place for spectators is Strickler Field.
The 28 and 14-mile marches offer challenging routes varying from asphalt roads to rolling and steep mountain trails of dirt and gravel on the training lands of Fort Indiantown Gap. The course start point elevation is 500.77' and climbs to 1239.43' on Second Mountain of the Appalachian Mountain Range; low point elevation is 484.28' and is within the first mile of the course.
Personal drones are not authorized on the installation, offenders will be removed from the installation by security personnel.
Pets are not permitted. Exceptions are made for working service dogs with proper licenses, leashes and vaccinations.
March for the Fallen is an event for the military and civilian communities to join annually in honoring the memory of all fallen service members who have made the ultimate sacrifice in the defense of our great nation. The events are the 28 mile heavy, 28 mile light, 14 mile heavy, 14 mile light, 5k, and handcycle. Spectators are also welcome in support of the event but are not able to be along the march route. The safest and most comfortable place for spectators is Strickler Field.
The 28 and 14-mile marches offer challenging routes varying from asphalt roads to rolling and steep mountain trails of dirt and gravel on the training lands of Fort Indiantown Gap. The course start point elevation is 500.77' and climbs to 1239.43' on Second Mountain of the Appalachian Mountain Range; low point elevation is 484.28' and is within the first mile of the course.
Personal drones are not authorized on the installation, offenders will be removed from the installation by security personnel.
Pets are not permitted. Exceptions are made for working service dogs with proper licenses, leashes and vaccinations.
Races
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28 Mile Ruck HEAVY
Incl. T-Shirt
Sat 20th September 2025 (7:00AM EDT)
Free
Participants registering in "HEAVY" category are required to march with a 35lb rucksack or pack. Mandatory weigh-in will be at Strickler Field the day of the event from 5:00 a.m. through 7:00 a.m. Post event weigh-in is required only for top finishers. Thos who do not have a recorded pre-event weigh-in will be disqualified from awards. -
28 Mile Ruck LIGHT
Incl. T-Shirt
Sat 20th September 2025 (7:00AM EDT)
Free
No weighted pack requirements to participate. -
14 Mile Ruck HEAVY
Incl. T-Shirt
Sat 20th September 2025 (7:00AM EDT)
Free
Participants registering in "HEAVY" category are required to march with a 35lb rucksack or pack. Mandatory weigh-in will be at Strickler Field the day of the event from 5:00 a.m. through 7:00 a.m. Post event weigh-in is required only for top finishers. Thos who do not have a recorded pre-event weigh-in will be disqualified from awards. -
14 Mile Ruck LIGHT
Incl. T-Shirt
Sat 20th September 2025 (7:00AM EDT)
Free
No weighted pack requirements to participate. -
5k Run / Walk
Incl. T-Shirt
Sat 20th September 2025 (8:00AM EDT)
Free
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28 Mile Hand Cycle
Incl. T-Shirt
Sat 20th September 2025 (10:00AM EDT)
Free
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