TASK: Conduct a 10 mile organized ruck/walk through the city of Des Moines to raise awareness for the issue of Veteran suicide.
CONDITIONS: The ruck/walk will start at 9 a.m. at the American Legion Hall Post 731, 1511 S. Union St. Des Moines on Saturday, September 15th, 2018. We ask all participants to show up at 8 a.m.
PURPOSE: This events mission is to bring local Iowa Veterans, First Responders and the community together and raise awareness of Veteran & First Responder suicide. All proceeds raised will benefit the following Nonprofit Organizations: Veterans Adventure Group, Struggle Beyond the Decade, Free Weights & Freedom and Mission 22. Event planners will work with community leaders and frist responders together to coordinate and execute the event.
STANDARD: This event is $25. Participants are not required but are encouraged to wear a rucksack/backpack. There will be several stops along the way for hydration/snack, accountability and community.
Following the event will be an after event social with live music, auction, door prizes, live broadcasting of event and sponsor recognition.