*April’s Mission = Military Kids / Ruck ‘N’ Run®*
**Why**: Ruck ‘N’ Run® is all about Honoring Those Who Serve(d)®!
April is designated as the Month of the Military Child, underscoring the important role military children play in the Armed Forces community. Specifically, we honor Hannah, a 12-year-old Military Kid that passed away April 11, 2020, while her father was deployed. Hannah’s Step-mother and Army Veteran, Nikki wrote about Hannah in this blog article.
Proceeds from this mission (challenge coins & *Military Kids t-shirts*) and specified donations fund *Hannah’s Heroes: Military Kids* scholarship for a deserving Military Kid.
Please consider donating directly to the scholarship by clicking the DONATE button above. Please select *Military Kids Scholarship* when donating online. Processing fees apply. If you choose to donate by check, please contact us *here.*
**What**: We challenge ***you*** to push your limits by completing this challenge!
**Where**: Anytime/anywhere, preferably in April.
**Who**: Open to all and for all fitness levels. Gather your crew! Include the kiddos.
**Cost:** Only $20.24 to register, which includes a challenge coin (free shipping)! Click the REGISTER button above. T-shirts available here!
**Step 1:** Review the Mission below.
**Step 2:** Register here!
**Step 3:** Invite and challenge others!
**Step 4:** Knock out the mission!
**Step 5:** Share photos and videos using #MilitaryKidsRuckNRun
T-shirts available here!

The mission:

Honor: Military Kids. This year specifically, we’re honoring Hannah Hurlbut, a true Military Kid who passed away on April 11, 2020, while her father was deployed overseas. Her brief twelve years on this Earth were impactful, and we’re here to ensure that continues. The blue and purple on the challenge coin were Hannah’s favorite colors. Create a purple ribbon, write the name(s) of the Military Kid(s) in your life, tie it to your rucksack, backpack, or a weighted vest, and complete this mission in their honor! Share your photos and videos with us. We want to share your story!

Distance: 4 miles (One-and-done, but feel free to do this same mission each week in April.)

Ruckers, ruck (carry weight, your preference)
Runners, run (do not carry any weight)
Or a combination of both. You know…Ruck ‘N’ Run!

Exercises: Every mile stop and execute the following in this order. Hannah passed away at the age of 12.

12 burpees (One rep for each year of Hannah’s life.)
12 jumping jacks
12 tuck jumps
12 mountain climbers

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November 9, 2024!

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Ruck it or Run it. Either way, honor Veterans with us, on location in Republic, MO or virtually (you choose location)!

Created by an Army Drill Sergeant, Ruck 'N' Run® honors Veterans & connects the community through fun, motivating, yet challenging walk/run events.

You choose: Ruck or Run our 5.56K® route with 5 stations, 7.62K route with 7 stations, or 11.11K route with 10 stations!

Full event details: click here!

Official Ruck 'N' Run® Challenge Coin

$10.00

“Coin check!”

Challenge coins are a long, storied, Military tradition. What coin do you carry? Don’t get caught without one!

Gift it to a Veteran or currently serving Military Personnel.

“If you’ve been in the military or worked for the Defense Department, you know what a challenge coin is. They’ve been an American military tradition for a century, meant to instill unit pride, improve esprit de corps and reward hard work and excellence.

The coins represent anything from a small unit to the offices of top leaders, such as the defense secretary. There are also coins made for special events, anniversaries and even nonmilitary leaders.

Many service members and veterans proudly display challenge coins at their desks or homes, showing off the many missions they’ve been on, the top leaders they’ve met and the units for which they’ve worked.” ~ DoD Website