Norwegian Foot March & Trail Run

The Norwegian Foot March is an annual event presented by the Vessey Chapter of the Association of the U.S. Army (AUSA) . For the fourth year, it is adding a 30K and 5K Trail Run option open to all military families, Junior and Senior ROTC programs, and the general public . The event's proceeds will benefit the AUSA Troops of Tomorrow initiative, the Minnesota VA Food Pantry, and military programs throughout Minnesota. History of the Norwegian Foot March The Norwegian Foot March was first held in 1915 as a test of strength and endurance for members of the Norwegian military and to expose new soldiers to the conditions they could expect in the field. Those who completed a 30km distance with a backpack load of 11kg within 4.5 hours earned the Marsjmerket, the Norwegian Armed Forces Marching Badge. On the day after the event, the soldiers should be able to fully participate in regular duties. Over the past several years, the event has gained popularity among U.S. military units, which use the march as an opportunity to support charitable causes. SCHEDULE Friday 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm: Packet Pickup, Business Expo & Static Display Arden Hills Army Training Center, 4761 Hamline Ave S., Arden Hills, MN 55112 Saturday 7:00 - 8:45: 30K Foot March Packet Pickup & Check-In 9:00: Foot March & 30K Trail Run Start 9:30: 5K Train Run/Walk Start Noon: Foot March & 30K Trail Run Awards Ceremony FEES Foot March: $50 30K Trail Run: $50 5K Trail Run: $30 Everyone receives a t-shirt with their registration (no guarantee of shirt/size on race day; it is on a first-come, first-served basis) Registration closes on April 16, 2025. NORWEGIAN 30K FOOT MARCH STANDARDS The uniform that all participants will wear while on the course is as follows: Military members will wear their service's combat fatigues. Any camouflage pattern is acceptable, and uniforms will all be in accordance with applicable regulations. Civilians may wear any appropriate civilian attire and must also we