02-05-2025
Family-friendly Memorial Day Ruck March honors Green Berets
(COLORADO SPRINGS) — It's almost time for the Special Forces Foundation's Annual Memorial Day Ruck March, which honors the fallen and pays tribute to the service and sacrifice of Green Berets.
Katie Matzke, Chief Programs Officer for the Special Forces Foundation, joined FOX21 Morning News on Friday, May 2, to talk about the event and how it will be a fun time for the whole family.
'We have live bands starting at 10 a.m.,' said Matzke. 'I have food trucks that will be there, and then I have some different vendors like permanent jewelry. Phil Long Ford will be there with the Humane Society, so there will be dogs to pet. There will be motorcycles to see, so lots of things.'
The march takes place on Saturday, May 17, at America the Beautiful Park in Colorado Springs.
All are welcome, and there are 5K, 10K, and 30K route options. Participants are asked to bring dry goods or canned food, which will be donated to veterans facing homelessness in Colorado Springs. 'It's a ruck or run, so if you don't want to carry weight on your back, you can just come and run the event,' said Matzke.
Pre-registration is requested but not required. Details can be found on the Special Forces Foundation's website above.
The Special Forces Foundation is a nonprofit that serves U.S. Army Special Forces and their families, as well as Gold Star Families in a multitude of ways.
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