RuckUs 4 FREEDOM

Event Overview

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

• Event Purpose: 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 Options: Participants will have the option to wear a weighted backpack and participate in a 5K Ruck Walk. For those that don't want to wear the ruck you can sign up to run or walk the 5K.
• Community Strength: This event gives 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.
• Invitation: 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.

Charity Information

• Official Charity: The official charity of RUCKUS H.E.R.O. 4 FREEDOM is Fort Des Moines African American Military Officer Museum.
• Beneficiary: Funds will be used to benefit the mental health of soldiers and their families through the gift of therapy.
• Additional Support: This event will also contribute to Outdoor Experience For All, a Foundation that provides outdoor adventures for our Veterans.

Participant Perks

• Medals: Custom Event Medal for all participants.
• T-Shirts: Custom Event Dri-Fit Tech T-Shirt for all participants.
• Awards: Awards for Top Three in all events.
• Events Offered: H.E.R.O. 5K RUCK WALK and FREEDOM 5K RUN/WALK.

Race Day Information

• Registration: 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: 5K - $35.
• Course Restrictions: Strollers and wheelchairs are not recommended: no pets, motorized vehicles, bicycles, or wagons are allowed on the ruck course.

Additional Information

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

Event Link

For more information and to register, please visit: RuckUs HERO 4 Freedom.