RuckUs 4 FREEDOM

🏅 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.

🚶‍♂️ Participation Details

• Tradition: Based on a Military tradition, participants will have the option to wear a weighted backpack and participate in a 5K Ruck Walk.
• Alternative Options: For those that don't want to wear the ruck, you can sign up to run or walk the 5K.
• Community Involvement: 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.
• Expression of Gratitude: This will give us the opportunity to show our service members, family and friends that we are willing to give our time and be a little uncomfortable to say, thank you.

🤝 Ways to Get Involved

• Join Us: I invite you to join us, be a sponsor, volunteer with a friend to push a veteran, and be part of the day that will show our gratitude for the freedom we all love.
• Official Charity: The official charity of RUCKUS H.E.R.O. 4 FREEDOM is Fort Des Moines African American Military Officer Museum.
• Funding Purpose: Funds will be used to benefit the mental health of soldiers, and their families through the gift of therapy.
• Support Outdoor Experience: This event will also contribute to Outdoor Experience For All, a Foundation that provides outdoor adventures for our Veterans.

🎖️ Participant Benefits

• Custom Medal: Custom Event Medal for all participants.
• Tech T-Shirt: Custom Event Dri-Fit Tech T-Shirt for all participants.
• Awards: Awards for Top Three in all events.
• Event Options: Our events are the following: H.E.R.O. 5K RUCK WALK, FREEDOM 5K RUN/WALK, H.E.R.O. 5K RUCK WALK VIRTUAL, FREEDOM 5K RUN/WALK VIRTUAL.

🍽️ Food & Refreshments

Pre- and Post-Race "Runner's Brunch" (granola bars, fruit, water, Gatorade, etc).

Event managed by Blu 365.

📅 Race Day Information

• Registration: Race Day Registration will be available beginning at 7:00am.
• Payment Methods: We accept cash and credit cards on race day (checks are no longer accepted).
• Race Day Pricing: 5K - $50.
• Course Restrictions: Due to the nature of the course, strollers and wheelchairs are not recommended. Leashed pet friendly event. No motorized vehicles, bicycles, wagons, etc. are allowed on the ruck course.

🌧️ Event Policies

• Bag Check: Due to the common start/finish line, there is no bag check for this event.
• Weather Policy: This event will take place rain or shine. There are no refunds or transfers due to weather.
• Ruck Requirements: For those participating in the Ruck, you will need to provide your own weighted backpack. Weight should come from canned goods that after the race could be donated to food pantry (VFW).
• Weight Guidelines: Ruck weight: Female: 11lbs, Male: 22lbs. Scales will be available at the start.

🔗 Learn More

For more information and to register, visit RuckUs 4 FREEDOM.