Norwegian Foot March & Trail Run

Arden Hills, United States • 17 Apr 2027

Norwegian Foot March and Trail Run

The Norwegian Foot March and Trail Run is an annual event scheduled for Saturday, April 17, 2027, at the Arden Hills Army Training Site (AHATS), 4800 Hamline Avenue N, Arden Hills, MN. The event is presented by the GEN Vessey Chapter of the Association of the U.S. Army (AUSA) and has been held as a recurring military community fitness event over recent years.

Event options include:

  • 30K Foot March
  • 30K Trail Run
  • 5K Trail Run

The event combines the traditional 30K foot march course with dedicated trail run options. It is open to the public, military personnel and their families, and Junior and Senior ROTC programs from across the United States. On race day the program includes live music, a business expo, expanded community collaboration, and spectator participation from both military and local communities.

Proceeds from the event benefit the AUSA Troops of Tomorrow initiative, the Minnesota VA Food Pantry, and other military programs throughout Minnesota.

The GEN Vessey Chapter of AUSA welcomes membership from Active duty, National Guard, and Reserve components, Department of the Army civilians, retirees, businesses, concerned citizens, and family members who support the organization. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

30 km
30k Trail Run
30 km
30k Foot March
5 km
5k Trail Run
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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