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RuckUs H.E.R.O. Ruck 4 FREEDOM

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IVH, Marshalltown IA

Saturday, June 21st, 2025

🏅 Event Overview

Join us for the Inaugural RUCKUS H.E.R.O. RUCK 4 FREEDOM!

Ruckus H.E.R.O. 4 Freedom is an honorary Ruck where the community comes together with our Active-Duty Military, Veterans and First Responders to do something uncomfortable to show our Armed Forces the gratitude we have for our Freedom.

🏋️‍♂️ Event Details

  • Date: 2025-06-21
  • Location: IVH, Marshalltown, IA
  • URL: RuckUs H.E.R.O. Ruck 4 FREEDOM
  • Participation: Participants may choose to wear a weighted backpack for the 5K Ruck Walk or run/walk the 5K without it.

💪 Community Impact

RUCKUS H.E.R.O. 4 FREEDOM will give all of us the opportunity to do something hard to give back to those who have given so much.

  • Gratitude: Show our service members, family, and friends that we are willing to give our time and be a little uncomfortable to say thank you.
  • Sponsorship: I invite you to join us, be a sponsor, volunteer with a friend to push a veteran, and be part of the day.
  • Charity: Funds will benefit the mental health of soldiers and their families through therapy.
  • Support: This event will also contribute to Outdoor Experience For All, a Foundation that provides outdoor adventures for our Veterans.

🥇 Participant Benefits

  • Custom Medal: All participants will receive a custom event medal.
  • T-Shirt: Custom event Dri-Fit Tech T-Shirt for all participants.
  • Awards: Awards for the Top Three in all events.
  • Brunch: Pre- and Post-Race "Runner's Brunch" (granola bars, fruit, water, Gatorade, etc).

📝 Race Day Information

Race Day Registration will be available beginning at 7:00am.

  • Payment: We accept cash and credit cards on race day (checks are no longer accepted).
  • Pricing: Race day pricing will be $50 for the 5K.
  • Equipment: Strollers and wheelchairs are not recommended on the course.
  • Pet Policy: Event is leashed pet friendly: no motorized vehicles, bicycles, wagons, etc. are allowed on the ruck course.

☔ Weather Policy

This event will take place rain or shine. There are no refunds or transfers due to weather.

🎒 Rucking Requirements

For those participating in the Ruck, you will need to provide your own weighted backpack. Weight should come from canned goods that could be donated to a food pantry [VFW].

  • Ruck weight for females: 11lbs
  • Ruck weight for males: 22lbs
  • Scales: Scales will be available at the start.

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