Event Description
Join us for our annual 5K Ruck ‘n Run/Walk to honor veterans during Veterans Appreciation Week. Join Lehigh Valley colleges, universities, businesses and community members as we Ruck OR Run/Walk to recognize and honor all veterans throughout the Lehigh Valley.
Now offering an in-person race with 5K Ruck and Run/Walk options in addition to a 1 mile Fun Run/Walk option*. The course is an off road grass course through the scenic Bicentennial park.
*The Fun Run/Walk is a non-competitive option with no timing or awards.
Donations will go to Victory House of Lehigh Valley.
In Person Race Details:
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Race Day Check-in: 8 AM-9 AM**
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5K begins promptly at 9 AM
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1 mile Fun Run/Walk begins at 9:45 AM
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Awards Presentation: 10:30 AM
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Community Event featuring music, vendors, and food trucks: 11 AM - 1 PM
Participants who register and make a $30 minimum donation, by November 7, will receive an event beanie.
Age Groups: Each race option (Ruck and Run/Walk) will include seven (7) age groups. Ruckers are strongly encouraged to carry a minimum 10% of their body weight. This will be the honor system; we will not be weighing rucksacks this year.
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12 and Under
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13-18
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19-29
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30-39
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40-49
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50-59
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60+
Awards:
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Awards will be presented to the top 3 male and female finishers in each age group for the 5K Ruck and 5K Run/Walk options.
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The college or university team with the most participants (Ruck, Run/Walk, and Fun Run/Walk combined), earns a plaque to be displayed on their campus and BRAGGING RIGHTS!
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The business/company team with the most participants (Ruck, Run/Walk, and Fun Run/Walk combined), earns a plaque to be displayed at their workplace and BRAGGING RIGHTS!
