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The Rough Rider Memorial 5K

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10 McDaniel Station Rd, Calhoun GA

Saturday, September 14th, 2024

🏃‍♂️ For the Fallen! For the Present! For the Future!

JOIN US for the 5th Annual Running of the Rough Rider Memorial 5K (and/or "Tot Trot") - Saturday, September 14th, 2024 at the Black and Yellow Park (Calhoun City Recreation Park) located at 10 McDaniel Station Rd, Calhoun, GA 30701. This run is in honor of the 14 Rough Riders killed in action in Iraq and Afghanistan.

  • Proceeds: Generated funds maintain and improve the Rough Rider Memorial Wall at the 1-108th Headquarters in Calhoun, GA.
  • NEW THIS YEAR: A "Live Run" with the Unit deployed in Kosovo!
  • Registration: $25 Pre-Race Registration Fee until September 8th: $35 Race Day Registration Rate.
  • Pre-Race Packet Pick-up: Information for pre-registered participants.

👕 Registration & Packet Pickup

Registration: $25 Pre-Race Registration Fee until September 8th. $35 Race Day Registration Rate.

  • Pre-Race Packet Pick-up: Details will be provided to pre-registered participants.
  • Race Route: Utilizes paths around the Calhoun City Recreation Department's Black and Yellow Park.
  • Start-Finish & Race Day Parking: Both located at Calhoun City Recreation Department.
  • Race Day Schedule: Includes Registration, 5K Start Time, and Awards Presentation.

🏅 Awards

Awards: Given to Top Male/Female overall, Masters, and various Age Categories.

  • Honoring Fallen Soldiers: Benefits VFW Post 5376 functions and the Rough Rider Memorial Wall.
  • UNIT RUN: Register by August 18th for Unit runners deployed in Kosovo.
  • Race Day Schedule: Includes Registration, 5K Start Time, and Awards Presentation.
  • Event Details: Rain or shine event.

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