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Armed Forces Endurance Run

Kendallville, United States • 17 May 2025

The Armed Forces Endurance Run (AFER) is a unique endurance running event designed to honor active duty service members and veterans, with a focus on a different military branch each year; this year, it honors the Marines. Set in Bixler Lake Park, Kendallville, IN, participants can choose from 6, 12, or 24-hour races, running on a scenic 3-mile loop that includes both asphalt and trail sections. The event features individual and relay options, as well as a ruck division. Runners receive custom medals and awards based on their mileage, and camping facilities are available for participants. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Indiana Kendallville

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24 hr
24 Hour
12 hr
12 Hour
6 hr
6 Hour
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