31 Miles for 31 Heroes/Ruck/walk in honor of Extortion 17 and the Heroes lost VIRTUAL or IN PERSON

On August 6, 2011, a CH-47 Chinook helicopter was shot down by enemy fire in Afghanistan. This tragedy resulted in the deaths of 30 active duty military members and 1 military working dog, and left shocked and broken families in its wake. The event is considered the worst loss of life in a single incident during the Afghanistan Campaign.

To celebrate the incredible lives of these fallen heroes and support their families, 31 Miles for 31 Heroes will hold memorial rucks at various locations throughout the world to honor the lives of the Heroes of Extortion 17.

Participants will carry 2 bricks in their rucks, one to represent the lives of our fallen and the other to represent the burden carried by their families.

Periodically, Ruckers stop to read the bios of these warriors and raise a drink (of water) to their memories. All funds raised will benefit 31Heroes, a non-profit which serves to impact the lives of our nation’s heroes and their families, while remembering the fallen.

Tuesday, August 1st - August 31st - 31 Days for 31Heroes This is an option for those who may not have the time, ability, or desire to take on all 31 miles in one go. Everyday for 31 Days you head out and ruck for one of our Heroes. 

Saturday, August 3rd in Washington, D.C. (Main Event) Please form your own self-led teams if you can (pre-planned routes are always available). There will be 3 faciliated large groups. 

Saturday, August 10th in Tampa, FL. This will be one facilitated group with on-route support.

Virtual Ruck: You decide when and where.