3rd Annual "The Strong Shall Stand" Veteran's Day 5k Run/Ruck Logo

3rd Annual "The Strong Shall Stand" Veteran's Day 5k Run/Ruck

Past Event
Sat, Nov 16, 2024
Longview, TX
1628 East Whaley Street
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About this race

🏃‍♂️ Event Overview

In 2021, Planet Beach (Longview, Tx) created an amazing event support a veteran focused non profit near and dear to their heart.

Operation True North is honored to be given the opportunity to continue the legacy that they started in our East Texas community and host the 3rd Annual Veteran's Day 5k Run or Ruck and Fun Run. Proceeds from the 5k will benefit our organization and our mission to provide mental health services to veterans, first responders, medical health care workers and their families.

🎯 Fundraising Goal

  • Goal: $20,000
  • Source: Through sponsorships and registration fees.

👟 Registration Details

  • Cost: $40, includes race day T-shirt and swag bag for the first 200 participants.
  • Accessibility: All ages welcome and walking is encouraged. If you are physically unable to run or ruck, just sign up for the Fun Run!
  • Start Time: Registration begins at 7:30 am, Saturday November 16, at Operation True North.
  • Route: We will walk/run/ruck to the City of Longview's Teague Park, home of our city's veteran memorials.

🥇 Awards

Promptly following the race, we will have results for top female runner, top female rucker, top male runner, and top male rucker.

🤝 Community Impact

This event is the perfect opportunity to surround yourself with those that honor our military and fallen. We can't wait to see you there!

📧 Contact Information

For more info, vendor or sponsorship questions please email us at [email protected]

🔗 Event Link

For more details and to register, visit: 3rd Annual The Strong Shall Stand Veteran's Day 5k Run/Ruck

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