VALOR 22
- Date Sat 13th September 2025
- Time 7:50AM MST
- Location Flagstaff, Arizona
- Price $16.90 - $69.90
- Races 3 races
- Distances 1km, 5km
Event summary
Join us on Saturday, September 13, 2025, in the beautiful Flagstaff, Coconino, for VALOR 22, an inspiring event dedicated to honoring our heroes and raising awareness for vital issues affecting veterans. This day of commemoration will not only pay tribute to those we lost on 9/11 but will also shine a light on important topics such as Veteran Suicide Prevention, PTSD, and TBI Awareness.
Participants can choose from a variety of engaging activities, including a 1K walk/fun run, a competitive 5K run on the Northern Arizona University campus, and an exhilarating 22K competitive trail ruck (weighing 22 lbs) in scenic Buffalo Park. The event will feature local and non-local vendors, food and beverages provided by sponsors like PEPSI and SODEXO, and amenities such as bathrooms and showers for ruckers. Don't miss this chance to connect with the community, recognize the efforts of our brave first responders and veterans, and support a noble cause. Mark your calendars for VALOR 22, where we come together, "United by Service, Bound by Valor."
Participants can choose from a variety of engaging activities, including a 1K walk/fun run, a competitive 5K run on the Northern Arizona University campus, and an exhilarating 22K competitive trail ruck (weighing 22 lbs) in scenic Buffalo Park. The event will feature local and non-local vendors, food and beverages provided by sponsors like PEPSI and SODEXO, and amenities such as bathrooms and showers for ruckers. Don't miss this chance to connect with the community, recognize the efforts of our brave first responders and veterans, and support a noble cause. Mark your calendars for VALOR 22, where we come together, "United by Service, Bound by Valor."
Organiser's Description
VALOR 22
"UNITED BY SERVICE, BOUND BY VALOR."
VALOR 22 is hosted by the NAU ARMY CADET AXE ORGANIZATION, NAU AIRFORCE CADET HIGHLANDERS, AND THE MILITARY ORDER OF THE PURPLE HEART FOUNDATION #793, with support from the American Red Cross, MOAA, and City of Flagstaff Emergency Services.
13 SEPTEMBER 2025 will be a day of commemoration of the fallen during 9/11 and awareness of Veteran Suicide Prevention, PTSD, and TBI Awareness of all Service members that serve the United States in various uniforms.
Consisting of a 1K walk/fun run, 5K competitive run on NAU campus, a 22K competitive trail ruck (22lbs) in Buffalo Park.
Local and non-local vendors will be setup in the Arizona State Veterans Home parking lot.
Amenities:
* Bathrooms (For All)
* Showers (For Ruckers ONLY)
* Food & Beverages (provided by PEPSI, SODEXO, and Vendors)
SPECIAL ROTC CADET DIVISION
TIMELINE (AS OF 10 JULY 2025):
0600-0700: Parking, check-in (TBD on Parking Sites)
0630: Ruck check for 22K Ruck competitors
0700-0730: VALOR 22 official ceremony.
0730-0750: Participants move to staging area. Final Prep.
0750: 22K RUN/RUCK Safety Brief from event staff
0800: 22K RUCK begins
0810: 5K RUCK begins
0820: 1K RUN begins
~0845: 1K/5K Award Ceremony (ASVH)
TBD: 22K RUCK Award Ceremony (ASVH)
NAU STUDENTS - FLAGSTAFF COMMUNITY - VETERANS - POLICE DEPARTMENT - FIREFIGHTERS - EMERGENCY SERVICES
INTERESTED IN VENDING?
EMAIL: John Davison at: [email protected]
FOR MORE INFORMATION ON HOW TO REGISTER FOR A FREE BOOTH. LIMIT TO 22 VENDORS. SIGN UP TODAY.
OBJECTIVES:
CONDUCT A UNIQUE AND MEMORABLE 9/11 MEMORIAL CEREMONY
RECOGNIZE EFFORTS OF ALL FIRST RESPONDERS (Police, Fire, EMS)
RECOGNIZE EFFORTS OF ALL ACTIVE DUTY/RETIRED VETERANS IN ALL BRANCHES
SPREAD AWARENESS AND SERVICES RELATED TO VETERAN SUICIDE, TBI, AND PTSD
"UNITED BY SERVICE, BOUND BY VALOR."
VALOR 22 is hosted by the NAU ARMY CADET AXE ORGANIZATION, NAU AIRFORCE CADET HIGHLANDERS, AND THE MILITARY ORDER OF THE PURPLE HEART FOUNDATION #793, with support from the American Red Cross, MOAA, and City of Flagstaff Emergency Services.
13 SEPTEMBER 2025 will be a day of commemoration of the fallen during 9/11 and awareness of Veteran Suicide Prevention, PTSD, and TBI Awareness of all Service members that serve the United States in various uniforms.
Consisting of a 1K walk/fun run, 5K competitive run on NAU campus, a 22K competitive trail ruck (22lbs) in Buffalo Park.
Local and non-local vendors will be setup in the Arizona State Veterans Home parking lot.
Amenities:
* Bathrooms (For All)
* Showers (For Ruckers ONLY)
* Food & Beverages (provided by PEPSI, SODEXO, and Vendors)
SPECIAL ROTC CADET DIVISION
TIMELINE (AS OF 10 JULY 2025):
0600-0700: Parking, check-in (TBD on Parking Sites)
0630: Ruck check for 22K Ruck competitors
0700-0730: VALOR 22 official ceremony.
0730-0750: Participants move to staging area. Final Prep.
0750: 22K RUN/RUCK Safety Brief from event staff
0800: 22K RUCK begins
0810: 5K RUCK begins
0820: 1K RUN begins
~0845: 1K/5K Award Ceremony (ASVH)
TBD: 22K RUCK Award Ceremony (ASVH)
NAU STUDENTS - FLAGSTAFF COMMUNITY - VETERANS - POLICE DEPARTMENT - FIREFIGHTERS - EMERGENCY SERVICES
INTERESTED IN VENDING?
EMAIL: John Davison at: [email protected]
FOR MORE INFORMATION ON HOW TO REGISTER FOR A FREE BOOTH. LIMIT TO 22 VENDORS. SIGN UP TODAY.
OBJECTIVES:
CONDUCT A UNIQUE AND MEMORABLE 9/11 MEMORIAL CEREMONY
RECOGNIZE EFFORTS OF ALL FIRST RESPONDERS (Police, Fire, EMS)
RECOGNIZE EFFORTS OF ALL ACTIVE DUTY/RETIRED VETERANS IN ALL BRANCHES
SPREAD AWARENESS AND SERVICES RELATED TO VETERAN SUICIDE, TBI, AND PTSD
Races
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Valor 22 - 1K Fun Run/Walk
Incl. $1.90 Fee
Sat 13th September 2025 (8:00AM MST)
$16.90
Once parked in our allocated parking lots, 1k walkers will meet at the Arizona State Veterans Home at 0700 for the ceremony. Race Begins 0800 Walk begins. -
Valor 22 - 5K Run
Incl. $3.40 Fee
Sat 13th September 2025 (7:55AM MST)
$43.40
5K runners will park in the allocated parking and meet at the Arizona State Veterans Home for the 0700 Ceremony. 5K Race begins at 0800. -
Valor 22 - 22K Ruck March (22LBS)
Incl. $4.90 Fee & Commemorative Belt Buckle
Sat 13th September 2025 (7:50AM MST)
$69.90
The 22K Ruck will be completed with a load of 22lbs, is competitive in nature, and will culminate with awards for podium placements for male and female participants across brackets. EVERY Finisher will receive a commemorative "VALOR 22" belt buckle. Ruckers will validate their mandatory load of 22K before adding water. Ruckers will be emailed were to park and will be shuttled to the Arizona State Veterans Home for the 0700 Ceremony. The route will traverse different portions of the Buffalo Park Trail moving generally NE towards Elden MTN. Race Begins at 0800
VALOR 22
