Norwegian Foot March & Trail Run

Norwegian Foot March & Trail Run is held in Arden Hills, Minnesota, on Saturday, April 17, 2027, organized by the Minnesota Army National Guard. Two formats are offered: the 30K Foot March (18.6 miles) at 9:00 a.m. and a 5K Trail Run at 9:30 a.m. The event is open to military families, ROTC programs and the general public, uses chip timing, and has water and aid stations along the course. Participants are held to specific uniform and equipment standards, and awards go to the top finishers.

The foot march traces back to a 1915 endurance test for Norwegian soldiers, and it is still a ruck rather than a race: expect to carry weight and cover the distance at a march pace, which loads the feet, hips and shoulders differently than running does. Train by walking long with a pack. Proceeds support the AUSA Troops of Tomorrow initiative, the Minnesota VA Food Pantry and local military programs.