13 Miles for 13 Fallen-And More

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Remember the Fallen.

Celebrate those who Serve.

Honor them all.

 
 

Short-fused, we know!

We’re hosting this ruck march on short notice as we know many of us are hurting with the events of the summer and the anniversary of 9/11/2001.

It’s times like these that we as veterans, first-responders, and patriots need to get together to support, honor, and reflect.

This ruck march is 13 miles to honor the 13 fallen. The date is September 11, 2001, to remember that tragic day, the nearly 3,000 killed, and those who served in OEF/OIF in response to the attacks.

You don’t have to be a veteran or first-responder to participate but you must support those people.

We are an apolitical organization. Our purpose is to support those who serve, in any capacity. Please keep that in mind during our hump (Marines call ruck marches “humps”).

If 13 miles is too much, jump in wherever you want. The route of the march is below.

Rules of the ruck march are below.

 

Details and ROE for the RUCK March

  • 0730: Rally at the Bean, Millenium Park Chicago

    • We recommend ride share or public transport. There is a gigantic parking garage that will be open at this time.

  • 0746: Moment of Silence

  • 0747: National Anthem and Marines’ Hymn (bring your singing voice)

  • 0800: Step-off

  • 1300: Estimated time to arrive at our partner Old Crow Smokehouse Wrigleyville. Thanks to Sam Sanchez, owner, and Ben Gulino, Marine and General Manager of Old Crow.

    • We are working on food and drink specials. Bring your cash.

Rules of the RUCK March

  • Have fun. Be open. Be friendly. Lend a hand. Give a shoulder to cry on. Fist bumps encouraged.

  • Masks are encouraged. We are following Illinois and Chicago guidelines. Stop shaking your head.

  • Silkies HIGHLY encouraged. If you don’t wear Silkies, prepare for the ridicule.

  • Wear boots or comfortable shoes. 13 miles ain’t no joke.

  • Bring moleskin, skin lube, band-aids, foot powder, Motrin, and socks. Thanks, Doc.

  • Hydration required. Plan for yourself and one other.

  • No weapons.

  • No alcohol.

  • No political flags. US, Marine Corps, and other services flags are HIGHLY encouraged. But NOTHING political. It’s not what we’re about.

  • No thin skin. If you are averse to salty language, high degrees of teasing, and shorts with 1” inseams, please don’t attend.

  • HAVE FUN.