Veterans Network "Remember BATAAN" Ruck Challenge (Virtual Event)
Wednesday, April 9 – Friday, June 6, 2025
Past event
Columbus, Ohio
$46.85 · 1 race
Ultra
Event summary
Join the Veterans Network for the inspiring "Remember BATAAN" Ruck Challenge, a virtual event taking place from April 9 to June 6, 2025. This uplifting challenge encourages participants to log a total of 65 miles, honoring the brave 75,000 Filipino and American troops who endured the Bataan Death March during World War II. As you walk or ruck with a backpack weighing up to 20 pounds, you will not only commemorate this historic event but also raise funds and awareness for Honor Flight Columbus, which supports veterans in their journeys to visit memorials dedicated to their service.
Participants can complete the challenge individually or as part of a team, fostering camaraderie while making a difference. The event features two divisions: the Heavy Division, requiring a 20-pound pack, and the Light Division, which allows you to participate without additional weight. Whether you are a seasoned rucker or new to the activity, this event welcomes everyone for a single participation fee of $45. Mark your calendar for this meaningful journey as we remember the sacrifices of our veterans and support their ongoing needs.
Participants can complete the challenge individually or as part of a team, fostering camaraderie while making a difference. The event features two divisions: the Heavy Division, requiring a 20-pound pack, and the Light Division, which allows you to participate without additional weight. Whether you are a seasoned rucker or new to the activity, this event welcomes everyone for a single participation fee of $45. Mark your calendar for this meaningful journey as we remember the sacrifices of our veterans and support their ongoing needs.
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Veterans Network "Remember BATAAN Ruck Challenge
VirtualIncl. $1.85 Fee & T-Shirt - 2025 RUCK
ALL Participants Receive: 2025 RUCK T-Shirt 2025 RUCK Patch 2025 RUCK Coin (Poker Chip) 1 ea Raffle entry
Entries closedWednesday, Apr 9, 2025
$46.85
Organiser's description
2025 VETERANS RUCK MARCH
VIRTUAL EVENT
BATAAN CHALLENGE
ABBOTT VETERANS NETWORK EVENT SUPPORTING HONOR FLIGHT COLUMBUS https://www.honorflightcmh.org
Log your Miles to reach the 65 miles.
SUPPORT A VIRTUAL RUCK TO RAISE FUNDS AND AWARENESS FOR HONOR FLIGHT COLUMBUS
* Complete a 65 Mile RUCK from 09 APR 2025 through 06 JUN 2025 in Honor of the BATAAN March which occurred during WW2
* 09 Apr is the Anniversary of the Bataan Death March
* 06 Jun is the Anniversary of D-Day Landings in Europe
* Total of 65 miles, honoring the 75,000 Filipino and American troops forced to make the 65-mile arduous march known today as the Bataan Death March. While the historic march was completed in 5 days, we our challenge is to complete the 65 miles over 58 days.
WEAR A RUCK SACK (BACKPACK) WEIGHING UP TO 20 POUNDS DURING YOUR RUCK AND COMPLETE AT YOUR OWN PACE.
* Complete your RUCK as Teams or Individuals Establishing Team Camaraderie
* Only one price for everyone - Either Heavy or Light Division
* HEAVY DIVISIOn - Carry 20# RUCK pack or more
* LIGHT DIVISION - No Weight Required
* This event honors those who endured the Bataan Death March and all POWs.
* We carry 20 lbs. as a symbol to the burden that our Veterans carried and continue to carry on our behalf and the 20+ Veterans a day we lose to suicide.
COST TO PARTICIPATE:
* $45
* Only one price for everyone - Either Heavy or Light Division
VIRTUAL EVENT
BATAAN CHALLENGE
ABBOTT VETERANS NETWORK EVENT SUPPORTING HONOR FLIGHT COLUMBUS https://www.honorflightcmh.org
Log your Miles to reach the 65 miles.
SUPPORT A VIRTUAL RUCK TO RAISE FUNDS AND AWARENESS FOR HONOR FLIGHT COLUMBUS
* Complete a 65 Mile RUCK from 09 APR 2025 through 06 JUN 2025 in Honor of the BATAAN March which occurred during WW2
* 09 Apr is the Anniversary of the Bataan Death March
* 06 Jun is the Anniversary of D-Day Landings in Europe
* Total of 65 miles, honoring the 75,000 Filipino and American troops forced to make the 65-mile arduous march known today as the Bataan Death March. While the historic march was completed in 5 days, we our challenge is to complete the 65 miles over 58 days.
WEAR A RUCK SACK (BACKPACK) WEIGHING UP TO 20 POUNDS DURING YOUR RUCK AND COMPLETE AT YOUR OWN PACE.
* Complete your RUCK as Teams or Individuals Establishing Team Camaraderie
* Only one price for everyone - Either Heavy or Light Division
* HEAVY DIVISIOn - Carry 20# RUCK pack or more
* LIGHT DIVISION - No Weight Required
* This event honors those who endured the Bataan Death March and all POWs.
* We carry 20 lbs. as a symbol to the burden that our Veterans carried and continue to carry on our behalf and the 20+ Veterans a day we lose to suicide.
COST TO PARTICIPATE:
* $45
* Only one price for everyone - Either Heavy or Light Division
Location
3300 Stelzer Rd (Virtual Event), Columbus, 43219, OH, United States
Veterans Network "Remember BATAAN" Ruck Challenge (Virtual Event)
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