Nearly Naked Ruck March-Philadelphia

 

•  Raise money to help local veterans and military living with trauma live happier and healthier lives

Ruckers carry weight on their backs to represent the weight many service members carry in the battle against trauma

•  One mile to give back. 10 miles to go all the way. All fitness experience welcome!

•  Expect a high-energy course full of positivity, music, and patriotism! 

•  It costs $7,475 to send one veteran through our life-changing 14-week program (23V Recon) - we send 12 veterans in each group

 

 

 

THE RUNDOWN:

 

TIMELINE

•  11:00 AM check in opens - get swag + free coffee + music

•  11:30 AM welcome + step-off presentation

•  12:00 PM step-off 

•  Brief awards ceremony after final rucker comes in (around 4pm) for top 3 fundraising individuals and top 3 fundraising teams

 

 

 

THE ROUTE

•  1 mile loop 

•  All ruckers receive a finisher's coin no matter how far they go

•  Ruckers that complete the 10 miles receive an ALL THE WAY patch

•  Family friendly + jogging stroller friendly

•  Dogs who get along with other dogs are welcome

•  Water Stop on course for humans + dogs

 

 

 

RUCKER-FAVORITES

•  LINE OF HONOR to display a picture of the military member/ veteran you're honoring on Ruck Day

•  Professional DJ and M.C. to bring the energy all day

•  Food, beer, and other beverages for sale

 

 

 

WHAT TO CARRY

•  Bring your own rucksack/backpack, any style will do - or you can purchase a legit one from our partners at GORUCK by clicking this link (8% supports 23rd Veteran)

•  Load your rucksack with canned goods and clothing you can drop off at the finish line for local veterans in need

•  If you aren't familiar with rucking, we recommend carrying a max of 20 lbs - for those more experienced, cap it at 50 lbs