The Hero Hill Climb

Event Overview

Welcome to the 4th annual Hero Hill Climb! - Saturday, May 23rd, 2026 Memorial Weekend. This is a great event to honor our fallen veterans and bring awareness to the good men & women serving in our military of all branches.

Participation Details

• Options: Walk, run or mountain bike...all ages.
• Mission: Starting next to Camp Merrill Army Ranger Base, you will be given a half-sheet card with the name and bio of a fallen service member (Hero).
• Honor: Carry your Hero up the gravel road to the top of the hill to honor their sacrifice.
• At the Top: Pin your Hero Card onto the Hero Board, ring the bell in their honor, and receive a 12-inch flag to return back down the gravel road with.

After-Party and Amenities

• Location: Join the after-party at "The Overhang", Camp Merrill's on-base bar & grille.
• Activities: Enjoy great food & beverages, raffle giveaways, and live music.
• Merchandise: Comfy event t-shirts and challenge coins are available on-site and online.
• Transportation: UTV/SxS vehicles will transport those unsure about their physical fitness up and down the mountain.

Purpose of the Event

Your contribution raises money to deploy critical support to our Heroes, by fostering community, financial assistance, and long-term wellness programs to combat PTSD and prevent veteran suicide. It is a troubling fact that 22 Veterans a day take their own life. But we can all make a difference to support our Heroes.

• Partners: Partnering with the US Mountain Ranger Association (USMRA).
• Proceeds: Will create resources for both Mission22 and the USMRA.
• Impact: You make an impact!
• Spread the Word: Help us by sharing with your friends, participating in the event, and gathering a team.

Get Involved

We also need sponsors and volunteers! If you have a business or an organization that we can promote, your sponsorship will be accepted as a 501(c)3 contribution. Let’s find creative ways to benefit our heroes, and promote you at the same time. Please contact Stephen at the "Race Contact" below.

Additional Resources

• Event Video: HERO HILL CLIMB VIDEO (click here)
• Photos Gallery: PHOTOS GALLERY Link (credit to Justin Arndt at www.ourlocalheroes.com)