Ruckmas
Saturday, December 9, 2023 – Monday, January 1, 2024
Past event
11:00 AM MST
Midvale, Utah
Free–$11.60 · 2 races
5km
Event summary
Join the spirit of giving this holiday season at Ruckmas, taking place on Saturday, December 9, 2023, in Midvale, Salt Lake. This uplifting event invites participants to embrace the joy of rucking—walking with a weighted backpack—while supporting those in need. Ruckmas encourages you to fill your ruck with essential items and embark on a heartwarming 3-mile roundtrip journey to donate to The Road Home, a local organization dedicated to helping families facing hardships.
Starting at 9:00 AM MST at Bingham Junction Park, this festive gathering promises not only a rewarding experience but also delightful treats like hot chocolate and donuts for all in-person participants. Each participant will receive a unique, limited-edition Ruckmas patch inspired by a beloved Christmas movie, and leashed dogs are welcome to join in the fun! If you can’t make it in person, you can still participate virtually by rucking goods to a local nonprofit in your area. Make this holiday season truly special by spreading kindness and joy through Ruckmas!
Starting at 9:00 AM MST at Bingham Junction Park, this festive gathering promises not only a rewarding experience but also delightful treats like hot chocolate and donuts for all in-person participants. Each participant will receive a unique, limited-edition Ruckmas patch inspired by a beloved Christmas movie, and leashed dogs are welcome to join in the fun! If you can’t make it in person, you can still participate virtually by rucking goods to a local nonprofit in your area. Make this holiday season truly special by spreading kindness and joy through Ruckmas!
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In Person
Entries closedSaturday, Dec 9, 2023 (11:00 AM MST)
Free
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Virtual
VirtualIncl. $1.60 Fee
Entries closedSaturday, Dec 9, 2023 (11:00 AM MST)
$11.60
Organiser's description
The holidays should be a wonderful time of year for all. Unfortunately, some fall on hard times and are unable to provide for themselves or their families. True North Endurance and Events focuses on giving back all year long, especially around the holidays.
So what is Ruckmas? Rucking is walking with a weighted backpack/ruck. Think of it as our version of Santa Claus. You wear a ruck/pack on your back, fill it with goodies, and deliver them to others in need! There is no minimum weight required in your backpack/ruck.
IN PERSON
This year, we will be partnering with The Road Home to donate items in need. The approximate distance we will be rucking is 3 miles roundtrip.
* Date: Saturday, December 9, 2023
* Time: 9:00 AM MST
* Location: Bingham Junction Park - 1085 River Reserve Ct, Midvale, UT 84047
We encourage you to pick some needed items from the current needs list linked below and bring them with you to drop off at The Road Home.
Current Needs List: https://theroadhome.org/item-donations/
All in person participants will receive a free patch. Every year we create a new Ruckmas patch, themed after a popular Christmas movie. These come in limited quantities and go fast. We also have a variety of clothing options available for purchase at checkout with a portion of the proceeds benefiting The Road Home.
Leashed dogs are OK for this event but they must stay on a leash the entire time.
In Person Registration Includes
* Free Patch
* Hot Chocolate
* Donuts
* Portion of proceeds from purchased clothing options benefit The Road Home
Deadline to purchase swag is November 21, 2023 so it can be handed out onsite.
VIRTUAL OPTION
Can't join us in person this year? Don't worry, you can participate from wherever you are! Seek out a local non-profit organization in need this holiday season and ruck some goods to donate to them. You can still purchase our limited edition patch along with variety of clothing options.
Virtual Registration Includes
* Patch
* Portion of proceeds from purchased swag benefit The Road Home
* Shipping of any purchased swag
Deadline to purchase swag is November 14, 2023 so it can be mailed by mid December 2023.
So what is Ruckmas? Rucking is walking with a weighted backpack/ruck. Think of it as our version of Santa Claus. You wear a ruck/pack on your back, fill it with goodies, and deliver them to others in need! There is no minimum weight required in your backpack/ruck.
IN PERSON
This year, we will be partnering with The Road Home to donate items in need. The approximate distance we will be rucking is 3 miles roundtrip.
* Date: Saturday, December 9, 2023
* Time: 9:00 AM MST
* Location: Bingham Junction Park - 1085 River Reserve Ct, Midvale, UT 84047
We encourage you to pick some needed items from the current needs list linked below and bring them with you to drop off at The Road Home.
Current Needs List: https://theroadhome.org/item-donations/
All in person participants will receive a free patch. Every year we create a new Ruckmas patch, themed after a popular Christmas movie. These come in limited quantities and go fast. We also have a variety of clothing options available for purchase at checkout with a portion of the proceeds benefiting The Road Home.
Leashed dogs are OK for this event but they must stay on a leash the entire time.
In Person Registration Includes
* Free Patch
* Hot Chocolate
* Donuts
* Portion of proceeds from purchased clothing options benefit The Road Home
Deadline to purchase swag is November 21, 2023 so it can be handed out onsite.
VIRTUAL OPTION
Can't join us in person this year? Don't worry, you can participate from wherever you are! Seek out a local non-profit organization in need this holiday season and ruck some goods to donate to them. You can still purchase our limited edition patch along with variety of clothing options.
Virtual Registration Includes
* Patch
* Portion of proceeds from purchased swag benefit The Road Home
* Shipping of any purchased swag
Deadline to purchase swag is November 14, 2023 so it can be mailed by mid December 2023.
Location
1085 River Reserve Ct, Midvale, 84047, UT, United States
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