REGISTRATION IS CLOSED
The Ruck to Remember 60-to-60 is a physically and emotionally intense movement that Honors & Remembers the fallen over Memorial Day weekend. Participants will hike 60 kilometers to Section 60 of Arlington National Cemetery. Given the intensity of the hike, participants must be ready to face the mission both physically & mentally.
IMPORTANT LOGISTICS TO KNOW - “Knowing Is Half The Battle” – Gi Joe
Event Check-in | Friday, May 26th 2023 | 4:00 pm to 6:30 pm
*REQUIRED for all 60-to-60 participants
@ Open Road, 1201 Wilson Blvd., Arlington, VA 22209 (Roof Top Terrace)
- Participants will meet their team leads and other participants. Teams are also appointed at set at this time along with a safety briefing.
- Team Hotel (Discounted Room Rate & Parking) – within walking distance to the US Marine Corps War memorial.
Day 1 Launch | Saturday, May 27th 2023 |4:00 am
*Participants Only, with full rucks
@ US Marine Corps War Memorial, the bus(es) will depart NLT 0530
- Dinner will be provided (Pasta/Salad)
- Overnight at Purcellville Volunteer Fire Department
Stories of Valor | Sunday, May 27th 2023 | ~4-6:00 pm (estimated)
*Friends and families welcome
@ Bluemont Station Brewery & Winery – 18301 Whitehall Estate Ln, Bluemont, VA 20135
Day 2 Launch | Sunday, May 28th 2023 | 4:00 am
@ Purcellville Voluntary Fire Department
- Lunch will be provided (BBQ/Sides)
- No overnight required
Stories of Valor | Sunday, May 28th 2023 | ~5-6:00 pm (estimated)
*Friends and families welcome
@ Old Ox Brewery 44652 Dr #114, VA 20147
- Participants can checkout at Old Ox Brewery or take the bus back to Arlington (Team Hotel). Please inform your Team Leader in advance.
The Final Miles | Monday, May 29th 2023 | 5:00 am to ~11:30 am
@ US Marine Corps War Memorial
The Final Miles is the capstone of the weekend's movement and the most honorable miles of the Ruck to Remember. It will bring Memorial Day's meaning to life as the teams move together through the National War Memorial learning and honoring the sacrifices made. The Final Miles then comes together in one large formation and will be led by Drums, Fifes, & bagpipes the last 2 miles to Arlington National Cemetery.
Upon conclusion of the movement, participants are encouraged to enter in through ANC’s visitors center to honor and remember the fallen.
WHAT TO BRING
Don't Over Pack - (what not to pack) we provide:
- Dinner (Saturday – Pasta & Salad)
- 2 Water refill sites (mile 4.5 and mile 29)
- Firehouse facilities to refill waters and freshen up (BYO towels or soap)
- Lunch (Sunday) – BBQ & Sides)
*REQUIRED* GEAR LIST | 60 to 60
- Ruck Sack / Backpack
- 200 oz Water (in the system, i.e. bladders) *this will be checked prior to movement.
- Sleeping System (indoors on ground of fire bay)
- US Issued ID (license/ID)
- Foot Care Kit
- First Aid Kit
- 2 Green Chem Lights / Glow Sticks
- Food (snacks and lunch, no dinners required)
- Tan/Brown Hiking Pants (to be worn during the event)
- Athletic / PT Shirt for Phase I – you will not receive your Mission T until you complete the MTN phase.
*REQUIRED* GEAR LIST | The Final Miles
- Ruck Sack / Backpack
- 96 oz Water (in the system or bottles), though it is a slow pace, it can get very hot/humid.
- US Issued ID (license/ID)
- Food (snacks)
- Tan/Brown Hiking Pants (to be worn during the event)
- Mission T-Shirt – Received at Check In.
Please visit the web site to read our recommendations on additional things to pack or consider, beyond the required gear list as well as how to prepare physically.
https://thehonormovement.org/how-to-prepare/
* Times Are Subject To Change
** Key rest areas where Friends & Family can see the movement
Saturday, May 27, 1430 - 1830 - Bluemont Station Brewery & Winery
Sunday, May 28, 1400 - 1700 - Old Ox Brewery
Monday, May 29, 1000 - 1200 - Arlington National Cemetery Visitors Center