2023 End of Watch Memorial Ruck
October 13-15, 2023
For the Fallen
Every Officer. Every Mile.
During the year 2022 there were 247 Law Enforcement Officers all over the country who gave the ultimate sacrifice. Their lives.
With the mission to honor those Officers, we will carry one pound of weight for every officer over a continuous 42-hour period representing the officer’s final 10-42 call.
With the support of our community and our sponsors, we are able to provide assistance to the families who have lost loved ones in the line of duty and support those still on watch.
As you can imagine, it takes a lot of people with a lot of heart to volunteer for the End of Watch Memorial Ruck. Our volunteers are some of the most special individuals we have ever had on our team. If you would like to learn more about volunteering, click the “Volunteer” button you see here.
Presenting Sponsors
American Valor Realty
Platinum Sponsors
Southern LEO Challenge Coins
St. Michael’s Brewing Company
Gulf Coast Gun
Skallywag Tactical
Motorola Solutions
Spartan Race
FOP Jim “Billy” Barnes Memorial Lodge #71
Whiskey 7
Ascend Performance Materials
Beyond the Line
Gold Sponsors
Emerson Knives
Northwest Florida Domestic Security Task Force
State Farm Will Rentschler
Pensacola’s Finest Foundation
Ruck.Run850
CHOP Barbershop Pace
Florida Deputy Sheriff Association
Pensacola Police Department
Rubber & Specialties, Inc
Silver Sponsors
Allen Turner Automotive
Mark Gilmore Used Cars
Walton County Sheriff’s Office
Thompson - Walden Insurance
The Bar Strength & Fitness
Ruck Registration Information
Registration Pricing Schedule:
Early Bird: Thru August 14
42-Hour $155 for an individual or $215 for a two-person team
24-Hour $105 for an individual or $160 for a two-person team
12-Hour $85
8-Hour $50
4-Hour $35
2-Hour $20
Regular Pricing: August 15th - End of event
42- Hour $175 for an individual or $260 for a two-person team
24 - Hour $125 for an individual or $185 for a two-person team
12 - Hour $90
8 - Hour $60
4 - Hour $40
2 - Hour $25
Late Registration: Sept 17 - Oct 12
Same price as Regular Pricing, however registrations during this period may not receive a complete Athlete Swag Bag.
Registration Closes at 12:00am October 13, 2023.
Athlete Registration Includes:
20% Discount Code for anything in the EOWF Store
EOWMR Finisher Patch upon completion
Drinks/Snacks during the event
Athlete Swag bag (Check time slot registration page for details)
IMPORTANT:
If you want to register a larger team as part of an organization, please email us at events@eowf.org. We will work with you directly on organizing your teams participation in the event.
Location
Santa Rosa County Fairgrounds
8604 Bobby Brown Rd, Milton, FL 32583
Below is a list of the legs that teams and individuals can register for.
42-Hour: Brief at 7 pm on Oct 13, Step off at 8 pm.
24-Hour: Brief at 1 pm on Oct 14, Step off at 2 pm.
12-Hour: Brief at 1 am on Oct 15, Step off at 2 am.
8-Hour: Brief at 5 am on Oct 15, Step off at 6 am.
4-Hour: Brief at 9 am on Oct 15, Step off at 10 am.
2-Hour: Brief at 11 am on Oct 15, Step off at 12 pm.
(If you would like to participate in a certain time frame but need a different step off time, please reach to us at events@eowf.org. thank you)
Everyone, including the general public, is invited to attend the Final Mile and Final Ceremony.
Final Mile step-off is at 3pm on Sunday October 15, 2023.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the End of Watch Memorial Ruck?
The End of Watch Memorial Ruck is an annual event to honor the memory of the men and women in blue who made the ultimate sacrifice. Each year, we have organized to ruck one mile and carry one pound for every officer who lost their life in the line of duty.
In 2022, we marched a 42 hours continuous circuit carrying one pound of weight for each of the 633 officers.
In 2021, we marched 369 miles and carried 369 pounds.
In 2020, we marched 147 miles and carried 147 pounds.
In 2019, we marched 150 miles and carried 150 pounds.
In 2018, we marched 134 miles and carried 134 pounds.
What is included in my registration?
Athlete registration includes:
Reserve your participation in your specific leg
Swag bag with commemorative items (items vary on the registration selected. See registration options for details.)
Drinks/Snacks during the event
When is the End of Watch Memorial Ruck?
The event will begin October 13th at 8pm, and will end October 15, 2023 at 2pm. This years event will last 42 hours.
Where is the End of Watch Memorial Ruck?
The 2023 End of Watch Memorial Ruck will be based at the Santa Rosa County Fairgrounds in Santa Rosa County, Florida. Address: 8604 Bobby Brown Rd, Milton, FL 32583
Can I Sponsor the 2023 End of Watch Memorial Ruck?
Sponsorship is an important part of how we are able to make this event possible and carry out our mission. For more information about sponsorship opportunities, please visit the sponsors’ section of our website here.
Where does the money that was raised go?
The funds we raise through our event supports our mission to be there for the families who have lost a loved one in the line of duty, support officers injured in the line of duty and those still on watch, and create education and awareness material for both civilian and law enforcement. This is accomplished by both direct support and by assisting other organizations with similar missions.
How can I volunteer?
Without volunteers, we could not make this event happen. The Annual End of Watch Memorial Ruck offers a number of volunteer opportunities.
If you are interested in volunteering, let us know!
Parking Attendants
Assist with parking at the Finish Line Ceremony on October 15th.
General Volunteer
If you are interested in helping and don’t necessarily care what you are specifically asked to do, we can use your help!
Registration Attendants
Assist with checking athletes in and delivering their athlete packs to them.
Promotional Assistant
Speak to clubs and organizations about the EOWMR.