Are you a Veteran and you miss getting smoked like when you were in the military? Ever wonder what our military service members go through to challenge their physical fitness? On July 8th, 2017 @ 9:00 A.M, our Mission is to Invade Duluth,MN by Land, Sea and Air.
What is it? Its a series of full body workouts including a 10 mile ruck march while carrying Rucksack (backpack) the whole time!
Registration fees
Duluth Invasion Closed
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$40.00Apr 27 - Jul 6
Duluth Invasion Veteran Entry Closed
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FreeApr 27 - Jul 6
JOIN US!
Come out and join us for the most Murica challenge possible! Prepare to ruck up and go through a series of obstacles and challenges as we march approx. 10 miles taking roughly 6 hours long. Expect to be pushed to new limits of your physical capabilities and of course while having fun! From land (beach), air (skyline rd), and sea (lake superior), we will confront your physical limit and CRUSH IT! This is a team event, not a race. We start and finish as one unit. And everyone will finish.
How much? The cost is $40. However, if you are a Veteran, it's absolutely FREE! If you're an active duty service member or Veteran, just click on the Duluth Invasion Veteran Entry option. If you're a civilain, click on Duluth Invasion option. Why $40? Your contribution goes to Operation 23 to Zero to help for their cause of fighting against Military suicide. There is no difference in the actual event if you're a Veteran or Not. You will all be treated the same. If you accidently clicked on the Veteran option and are not one, please contact me and we will fix it. If you're a civilian and you click on it thinking that you will be slick by getting in for free, you will be mistaken. About 10,000 burpees mistaken. In my best TAKEN Liam Neeson voice, "I will find you."
Remember, its Duluth, MN. When it comes to the weather, anything goes. It's your responsibility to dress appropriately and be ready for all conditions. In terms of what to bring, here is the required packing list:
Rucksack/backpack
2L hydration bladder filled with warm/hot water. Try to insulate the bladder to help prevent water from freezing.
Photo ID
Reflective/PT belt
1 pair of Dry Socks
If you are over 150 lbs, you must have a 20 lb weight in your ruck. If you are under 150, a 10 lb weight.
Recommendations:
DO NOT PACK FOR THE APOCALYPSE. We won't be out there that long and other participants may be carrying your ruck, so DONT PUNISH THEM.
Keep things in a dry sack/ dry box inside your ruck.
Where: Parking lot next to Endion Station House Canal Park, Duluth MN
When: 9:00 AM July 8th, 2017
Why: Because secretly we like punishing ourselves for the sake of fun.
For any other questions, feel free to contact Travis @ travis.birr@gmail.com
FAQ
Q: Will you be tossing my body into the frigid waters of Lake Superior?
A: Yes, At Some point your butts will be in the water, but for just a shy amount of time before hypothermia. (Joking....but you are getting wet)
Q: Will there be some kind of support vehicle/medical support?
A: Yes. We do have support/medical personnel/contingencies if things go bad. Like.....getting attacked by a Polar Bear.
Q: Is there a ruck weight requirement?
A: Yes, If you are over 150 lbs, you need a 20 Lb weight in bag, if you are under 150 lbs, you need a 10 lb weight in bag.
Q: What do I use for weight?
A: 2 Wrapped bricks = 10 lbs, 4 wrapped bricks = 20 lbs. You may also use filler bags (taped very well), or wrapped plates.
Event schedule
- Sat, July 8, 2017 9:00 AM - Invasion Time
Contact information
- Event contact
- Travis Birr
- travis.birr@gmail.com