Norwegian Foot March & Trail Run
Arden Hills, United States • 18 Apr 2026
Event overview
The Norwegian Foot March & Trail Run is an annual event on April 18, 2026, presented by the Vessey Chapter of the Association of the U.S. Army (AUSA). It takes place at the Arden Hills Army Training Site (AHATS), 4761 Hamline Ave N, Arden Hills, MN 55112. The event includes these distances:
- 30K Foot March
- 30K Trail Run
- 5K Trail Run
The event is open to military families, Junior and Senior ROTC programs, and the general public. Proceeds will benefit the AUSA Troops of Tomorrow initiative, the Minnesota VA Food Pantry, and military programs across Minnesota. Awards are planned for top finishers and top age-group finishers in each event.
Logistics and standards
Packet pickup and a business expo with static displays are scheduled on the day before the main events, with additional packet pickup and check-in on the morning of the races. The Norwegian 30K Foot March has specific uniform and equipment standards: military participants wear service combat fatigues, civilians must wear appropriate attire and boots, and each marcher must carry a ruck weighing at least 11 kilograms (24.3 pounds). Participants must also have at least one quart of water at the start; aid stations with water and food will be available along the course. Timing and results are managed by Pickle Events, with results posted at www.pickleevents.com. Course maps and further race details are available from the race organizers. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.