WHAT TO EXPECT - HOW TO PREPARE

First of all, everything is optional.  We simply want you to walk with us at whatever capacity you desire.  Be it ruck weights or a weighted backpack/rucksack to feel the burn and carry those fallen warriors off the battlefield or just carry an American flag, it's up to you.  We highly recommend you stay hydrated throughout the ruck walk.  Bring plenty of hydration or water stations, along with restrooms, will be provided along the route.  Wear comfortable walking shoes, cool clothing and a hat for direct sun.  Sunscreen is also recommended.  While walking you may like to listen to Mic Stephens talk about his memories with his son, Riley Stephens, as he recounts his legacy and sacrifice. (Available on the Home Page)  Rain or shine, the Ruck Forward ruck walk will take place unless a major weather event occurs as in lightning or tornadoes. 

PARKING

Please park in the Granbury Baptist Church parking lot. You will be able to walk across the grass to the Event Area at Granbury Church of God, up the hill. Golf carts will be on site for anyone needing assistance. USE CAUTION WHEN ENTERING AND EXITING WEATHERFORD HIGHWAY.

TIMELINE - SEPTEMBER 27, 2025

8AM

  • Check in and collect t-shirt and wristbands or register onsite if you haven’t online.

  • 1940's Willy's Jeeps Static Display & 75mm Pack Howitzer

  • Patriotic sounds by Santos

  • Introduction speech and safety brief.

  • National Anthem, Missing Man Flyover, Artillery Sendoff Salute

9AM

  • 9:00 - Step off

    • 5K participants check in at the Granbury Church of God, collect t-shirt and wristbands or register onsite if you didn’t online.

    • 9:30-10:00 - 5K participants checked in will catch shuttle to Memorial Lane. Note:  If running late, a small amount of parking is available at Memorial Lane.  Someone will get you back to your vehicle after the event.

  • 9:23 - 1. Restrooms & Water Station #1

  • 9:53 - 2. Restrooms

  • 10:00 - 3. Restrooms

  • 10:08 - 4. Restrooms

  • 10:15 - 5. Restroom & Water Station #2

    • Memorial Lane Pickup 5K Participants

    • Take photos and prepare for final 5K

  • 10:50 - 6. Restrooms

  • 10:55 - 7. Restrooms

  • 11:15 - 8. Restrooms & Water Station #3

11:30 AM

  • 11:30 - Arrive at Granbury Church of God.  All participants collect at Water Station #3 so we can gather the group to walk into the event area together.  Dr. Taber's bagpipe music and the Tarleton Texan Corps of Cadets Color Guard will step in and lead on the final stretch.

  • 11:30 - Program starts - open to the public!

  • Hot dogs and Gatorade available for 10K & 5K participants. Food and drinks available for non participants with donation.

  • Purchase additional t-shirts.

  • Door prizes.

  • Hang out after the program.