Knight Ruck at Gov. Dick

Mount Gretna, United States • 25 Sep 2026

Knight Ruck at Gov. Dick

The Knight Ruck is an evening ruck march scheduled for Friday, September 25, 2026, at the Gov. Dick Environmental Center, 3283 Pinch Rd., Mt. Gretna, PA 17064. The event features timed courses and divisions for adults and juniors.

Distances:

  • 8 mile course
  • 4 mile course
  • Junior division

Weighted ruck requirements differ by age group. Adult participants use a 35 lb ruck without water weight. Junior participants carry 20% of body weight without water weight. Participation without a ruck is allowed, but only weighted ruck marchers are eligible for prizes. Prizes are awarded to the top two finishers in the 8 mile, 4 mile, and junior divisions.

Entry fees are stated by age: Adult (16 and older) $45 and Junior (up to 15) $35. Recommended items for participants include a ruck, a headlamp, and a water source. Proceeds from the event are divided between The Knights of the Kingdom and Gov. Dick.

The event offers several sponsorship levels with specified benefits and entry allocations, including Blaze Sponsor ($200), Trail Sponsor ($500), Tower Sponsor ($1,500), and Event Sponsor ($3,000). Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

8 mi
8 Mile
4 mi
4 Mile
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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