Warrior Crucible

Event Overview

• Date: September 4, 2026
• Location: 4401 Peak Dr, Loves Park, IL
• Event URL: Warrior Crucible
• Purpose: Fundraising event for kids fighting cancer in the local community

About the Warrior Crucible

• Overview: The Warrior Crucible is a 24-hour fundraising event held annually on Labor Day weekend to kickoff Childhood Cancer Awareness Month.
• Challenges: The event consists of three individual fitness challenges.
• Merchandise: Participants receive one t-shirt and an individual Warrior Foundation patch for each event completed.
• Completion Reward: Participants who complete all three events during the 24-hour event earn the exclusive Crucible patch!

Registration Information

• No Race Day Registration: Registration must be completed prior to the event.
• Refund Policy: There are no refunds or deferrals: participants must agree to this policy upon registration.
• Weather Policy: The event is rain or shine, with cancellation rights due to adverse weather conditions.
• Contact: Expect an email from Mark.seibold@warriorfoundationnfp.org prior to the event with additional fundraising information.

Warrior 10-30 Mile Ruck Details

• Start/Finish: Peak Sports Club Loves Park, IL, on 9/4/26 at 6:00 PM, continuing overnight.
• Distance Options: Complete 10, 20, or all 30 miles.
• Route: 30-mile ruck consists of 3, 10-mile looped routes over both trails and pavement.
• Breaks: Water and limited snacks will be available at 10 miles, 20 miles, and the finish.

Required Equipment for Ruck

• Rucksack: A rucksack or backpack is required.
• Weight Requirement: Ruck Plate weight must match participant's weight: 20 lbs for over 150 lbs, 10 lbs for under.
• Hydration: A 3L hydration bladder and a 1L water bottle are required.
• Additional Gear: Headlamp, first aid kit, windbreaker (if under 60 ℉), extra socks, and other essentials are listed.

Warrior 5K Details

• Course: 5k run/walk on a paved bike path, out and back with water at the turnaround.
• Event Time: Starts on Saturday, 9/5/26 at 9:00 AM.
• Rucksack: Not required for this event.
• Awards: All finishers receive a completion patch: top 3 in each age group receive awards.

Warrior Basic Challenge Details

• Event Type: A team event, not a race, spanning 4-5 hours.
• Start/Finish: Peak Sports Club Loves Park, IL.
• Route: Covers 8-12 miles rucking over both trails and pavement.
• Start Time: Begins on Saturday, 9/5/26 at 12:00 PM.

Required Equipment for Basic Challenge

• Rucksack: A rucksack or backpack is required.
• Weight Requirement: Ruck Plate weight must match participant's weight.
• Hydration: A 3L hydration bladder and a 1L water bottle are required.
• Additional Gear: Specific items such as a headlamp, first aid kit, and other essentials are mentioned.