2-218th Field Artillery Community Ruck March and Food Drive event

Event Overview

• Event Name: 2-218th Community Ruck March and Food Drive
• Date: July 11, 2026
• Location: 2950 Taylor Way, Forest Grove, OR
• URL: Register Here

Event Description

• Join Us: Come join the second annual event hosted by the 2-218th Regimental Association and sponsored by 2-218th Field Artillery Battalion.
• Ruck Options: March with local Oregon National Guard Soldiers and compete in a 7.1 mile ruck for prizes, or enjoy a 5 mile non-competitive ruck route through Forest Grove.
• Military Display: Check out howitzers and military vehicles used by Field Artillery men and women across the country.
• Food Drive: Bring backpacks or rucksacks filled with non-perishable food to march with, which will be donated to St. Vincent de Paul after the event.

Awards

• Top Awards: The top three heaviest food filled backpacks will receive prizes.
• Fast Finishers: The top three fastest finishers will also be awarded gift cards to local Forest Grove businesses.
• Gift Card Prizes: Participants can win exciting prizes!
• Encouragement: Your contributions will help support the local community through this food drive!

Event Details and Schedule

• 8 AM: Check In Lines Open
• 9 AM: Event Start!
• 12 PM: End of Race followed by Award Ceremony
• Parking: Primary parking will be at Forest Grove Armory, the same location as the event.

Registration Information

• Check In: Upon arrival, check in at the registration booths outside the armory to receive your free T-shirt.
• Registration Deadline: Ensure your registration is completed by April 1st to secure your shirt and registration packet.
• Location: Registration booths will be available outside the armory.
• Final Reminder: Don’t miss out on this fun and charitable community event!