Date & Time
Saturday, December 9, 2023 08:00Start Point
Your start point will be posted to this page and emailed to you at least one week before the event date.Sandy Hook Memorial
"As a community, you've inspired us, Newtown. In the face of indescribable violence, in the face of unconscionable evil, you've looked out for each other, and you've cared for one another, and you've loved one another. This is how Newtown will be remembered. And with time, and God's grace, that love will see you through."
– President Obama, 2012
Join the Cadre to honor, cherish and preserve the memories of those twenty children and six adults who lost their lives on December 14, 2012. This event will be a tribute to them in fun and meaningful way through some physically and mentally demanding work that will bring us closer together as a friends, family and a community. All net proceeds of this event will be donated to the Sandy Hook Promise Foundation.
5+ Hours. Lots of PT. Lots of miles. Details not forthcoming.
Pain is the theme of all GORUCK Challenges. Our Special Forces Cadres will ensure it’s pain with purpose by pushing individuals out of their comfort zones and building each class into a team. Train hard and show up ready. It’s worth it.
WHAT TO BRING
- A rucksack aka backpack (Rucker recommended)
- Ruck Plate = to your weight requirement
- If you weigh >150 lbs = 30 lb. Ruck Plate
- If you weigh < 150 lbs = 20 lb. Ruck Plate
- Hydration Bladder: Source 3L recommended
- Nalgene bottle (1L) or equivalent (electrolytes recommended)
- Oral Rehydration Salts (or comparable)
- Headlamp with extra batteries
- Reflective Ruck Bands (or equivalent) on your ruck
- First Aid Kit (small)
- Face Mask (Optional)
- Gloves (1 pair) Not medical gloves, working gloves
- Hand Sanitizer/Wipes - 1 bottle Purell, 1 package of baby wipes (or equivalent)
- Windbreaker (only if the temperature is expected below 60 ℉)
- Photo ID and $20 cash just in case
- As a class, you need one (1) 25 lb. class weight and one American Flag. Use your event’s Facebook page to meet your class, organize training, and coordinate team weight details.
- Flip-flops (not required) - upon completion of a GORUCK Light, it’s one of the seven great feelings in the world to take your shoes and socks off and put flip flops on. It also makes the hell-yeah-I-earned-my-patch beer taste even better. A fresh shirt or jacket can go a long way, too.
TRAINING FOR YOUR EVENT
- SRT Training Program
- So you signed up - now what? Join us for daily workouts written by Cadre DS that are simple, but not easy. All you need is a ruck or sandbag. The SRT programming will get you ready. And your first week is free!
- Check out our RUCK CLUB map to find people to train with
EVENT CANCELLATION POLICY
- Refunds are permitted for this event if requested at least 30 days prior to the event date.
- For the full Event Participant Policies please view our FAQ page.
GOT QUESTIONS?
- Visit our searchable FAQ for answers
- Contact us if you still need help
Daniel
Army Special Forces
Deployments: Iraq, Afghanistan, Philippines, Asia, South America
An Army brat, Danny grew up moving all around America and the world. He has served over 23 years, and loves to play soccer, climb mountains, and workout. He has biked across the greatest country in the history of the planet, the USA, and continues to ride his bike every day to work. He is the father of four amazing and rowdy kids, so GORUCK participants are no match for him. He will one day disappear into the breathtaking beauty of a Thai sunset or slide off-the-grid into a wild west location like Chiapas, Mexico.