Norwegian Foot March & Trail Run

  • Date Sat 19th April 2025
  • Location Arden Hills, Minnesota
  • Price $32.80 - $54.00
  • Races 3 races
  • Distances 5km

Event summary

Join us for an exhilarating day of endurance and camaraderie at the Norwegian Foot March & Trail Run on Saturday, April 19, 2025, in beautiful Arden Hills, Ramsey. This exciting annual event, now featuring a 30K Trail Run alongside the traditional Foot March, invites all Minnesota military families, Junior and Senior ROTC programs, and the general public to participate in a day dedicated to fitness and community spirit.

Participants can choose between the challenging 30K Foot March or the scenic 30K and 5K Trail Run, with both options designed to promote physical fitness while supporting the AUSA Troops of Tomorrow initiative and military programs throughout Minnesota. The history of the Norwegian Foot March dates back to 1915, originally designed to test the strength and endurance of Norwegian soldiers. Today, it has evolved into a cherished tradition that brings together military and civilian communities for a common cause. Registration fees are $50 for both the Foot March and 30K Trail Run, and $30 for the 5K Trail Run, with all participants receiving a commemorative t-shirt. Donโ€™t miss out on this incredible opportunity to challenge yourself, support a great cause, and connect with fellow enthusiasts!

Organiser's Description

The Norwegian Foot March is an annual event hosted by the University of MinnesotaGolden Gopher Battalion. For the third year, it is adding a 30K AND 5K TRAIL RUN option open to all Minnesota military families, Junior and Senior ROTC programs, and the GENERAL PUBLIC. The event's proceeds will benefit the AUSA Troops of Tomorrow initiative and military programs throughout Minnesota.

HISTORY OF THE NORWEGIAN FOOT MARCH

The Norwegian Foot March was first held in 1915 as a test of strength and endurance for members of the Norwegian military and to expose new soldiers to the conditions they could expect in the field. Those who completed a 30km distance with a backpack load of 11kg within 4.5 hours earned the Marsjmerket, the Norwegian Armed Forces Marching Badge. On the day after the event, the soldiers should be able to participate in regular duties fully. Over the last several years, the event has become popular among U.S. military units that use the march as an opportunity to support charitable causes.

SCHEDULE

FRIDAY

4:00 pm - 8:00 pm: Packet Pickup, Business Expo & Static Display
Arden Hills Army Training Center, 4761 Hamline Ave S. Arden Hills, MN 55112

SATURDAY

7:00 - 8 30K Foot March Packet Pickup & Check-In

9 Foot March & 30K Trail Run Start

9 5K Train Run/Walk Start

Noon: Foot March & 30K Trail Run Awards Ceremony



FEES

* Foot March: $50
* 30K Trail Run: $50
* 5K Trail Run: $30

Everyone receives a t-shirt with their registration (no guarantee of shirt/size on race day; is it on a first-come, first-served basis)

Registration closes on April 17, 2024.

NORWEGIAN 30K FOOT MARCH STANDARDS

The uniform that all participants will wear while on the course is as follows:

* Military members will wear their service's combat fatigues. Any camouflage pattern is acceptable, and uniforms will all be in accordance with applicable regulations. Civilians may wear any appropriate civilian attire and must also wear boots.
* A ruck weighing no less than 11 kilograms or 24.3 pounds. Note that the ruck will be weighed at the finish line, so anything you can consume over the course of the race (water, snacks, etc.) will not count for weight.
* A water source. There will be aid stations along the course with water and food, but you must also have at least one quart (one canteen) worth of water at the start of the race. Any type of container is acceptable (canteen, bladder, bottle, etc.).
* Any necessary cold or wet weather gear. You may keep this in your ruck during the race, but it will not count for weight and must be taken out when the ruck is weighed at the finish.

Click Here [https://sites.google.com/view/umnnorwegianfootmarch/race-day/30k-foot-march?authuser=0] for updated Norwegian Foot March details.


AWARDS

Various awards will be given to top finishers and top age group finishers in the 30K, 5K Trail Run, and 30K Foot March.

Click Here [https://sites.google.com/view/umnnorwegianfootmarch/race-day/awards?authuser=0] for more details on the awards being presented.

TIMING AND RESULTS

The event will be chip-timed by Pickle Events

Results will be available during the race at: www.pickleevents.com [http://www.pickleevents.com]

COURSE MAPS

Click here [https://sites.google.com/view/umnnorwegianfootmarch/race-day/course-maps?authuser=0] for the course maps

Races

  • 30K Foot March

    Incl. $4.00 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 19th April 2025 (9:00AM EDT)

    $54.00

    A foot march, more commonly known as a ruck march, is a relatively fast march over a distance carrying a load in a backpack or ruck sack. It is both a common military exercise and a civilian activity.
  • 30K Trail Run

    Incl. $4.00 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 19th April 2025 (9:00AM EDT)

    $54.00

    This event is an option for participants running the 30-kilometer race without a weighted backpack or military rucksack.
  • 5K Trail Run

    Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 19th April 2025 (9:30AM EDT)

    $32.80

    This event is an option for participants who wish to run a shorter course event without military rucksack.

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Location

Arden Hills Army Training Site (AHATS), 4761 Hamline Ave N, Arden Hills, 55112, MN, United States

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