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SUMMARY:2025 Duluth Ruck Life
DESCRIPTION:Why Participate in a 23rd Veteran Ruck March? \nRuck Marches aren’t just events—they’re powerful movements that celebrate our nation’s heroes and create a meaningful impact on the lives of veterans and their families. This year is extra special as we mark 23rd Veteran’s 10th anniversary\, a milestone that highlights a decade of dedication to building healthier\, happier lives for veterans living with trauma. \nParticipating in our upcoming Ruck Marches offers a unique opportunity to support veterans who have experienced profound transformations through 23rd Veteran’s programs. Our 14-week mental health initiative has liberated veterans from isolation\, anxiety\, panic\, and depression\, helping them reconnect with their families and communities. \nBy joining us\, you are: \n\nSupporting a Life-Changing Mission\nHelping us celebrate 10 Years of Impact\nExperiencing a Community of Connection\nChallenging Yourself\nGiving Back\n\nTogether\, let’s honor our heroes\, celebrate 23rd Veteran’s 10th anniversary\, and make a lasting impact on our community. \nPlease email info@23rdveteran.org if: \n\nYou’re passionate about joining but financial concerns are a barrier — we’re here to ensure everyone who wants to ruck can participate. Let’s march forward together!\nYou’re part of a Military or first responder unit – we want to expedite the registration process so let’s get your group pre-registered.\nYou want to make a bigger impact! You can support the event by becoming a sponsor\, or making a direct donation.\n\nMore details . . . \nPRICES: \n\n$59 until December 31\, 2024\n$79 until February 28\, 2025\n$89 from March 1 – May 31\, 2025\n\nTHE ROUTE: \n\n2-mile loop\nAll ruckers receive a finisher’s coin\nComplete 10 miles to earn your All The Way patch\nFamily and dog friendly\nWater Stop on course for humans + dogs\nRoute utilizes a steep hill and trails through the forest – stroller at your own risk 😉\n\nRUCKER FAVORITES: \n\nLine of Honor – bring photos of past and present loved ones who served!\nDJ and live music on the course\nFood\, beer\, and beverages for sale\nSupport local businesses at Vendor Village\n\nWHAT TO CARRY: \n\nBring your own rucksack/backpack\, any style works\nLoad your pack with food and clothing to donate at the finish line for locals in need\nIf you aren’t familiar with rucking\, we recommend carrying a max of 20 lbs – for those more experienced\, cap it at 50 lbs\n\n 
URL:https://23rdveteran.org/event/2025-duluth-ruck-life/
LOCATION:Mont du Lac Resort\, 3125 S Mont Du Lac Rd\,\, Superior\, WI\, 54880
CATEGORIES:23rd Veteran Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250822
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250824
DTSTAMP:20260420T153939
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SUMMARY:Third Party Event: 2025 Dragon Boat Festival (LSDBF)
DESCRIPTION:The Lake Superior Dragon Boat Festival (LSDBF) is organized\, operated and staffed by Rotary Club of Superior for the good of our community. These members who are local residents of the Twin Ports area have created this family fun event to better the community and experiences of the people within it. Since 2002\, LSDBF has raised over $1.3 million to support charitable organizations in the Twin Ports. \nLSDBF supports the mission of Rotary International: to provide service to others\, promote integrity\, and advance world understanding\, goodwill\, and peace through its fellowship of business\, professional\, and community leaders. \nThe purpose of the festival: \n\nTo raise money for Rotary Club of Superior and their charitable giving.\nTo raise funds for the festival’s charitable partner\, 23rd Veteran.\nTo provide a fun\, family event.
URL:https://23rdveteran.org/event/2025-dragon-boat-race/
LOCATION:Barker’s Island Superior\, WI
CATEGORIES:23rd Veteran Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250906T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250906T160000
DTSTAMP:20260420T153939
CREATED:20240920T205545Z
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SUMMARY:2025 Twin Cities Ruck Life
DESCRIPTION:Why Participate in a 23rd Veteran Ruck March? \nRuck Marches aren’t just events—they’re powerful movements that celebrate our nation’s heroes and create a meaningful impact on the lives of veterans and their families. This year is extra special as we mark 23rd Veteran’s 10th anniversary\, a milestone that highlights a decade of dedication to building healthier\, happier lives for veterans living with trauma. \nParticipating in our upcoming Ruck Marches offers a unique opportunity to support veterans who have experienced profound transformations through 23rd Veteran’s programs. Our 14-week mental health initiative has liberated veterans from isolation\, anxiety\, panic\, and depression\, helping them reconnect with their families and communities. \nBy joining us\, you are: \n\nSupporting a Life-Changing Mission\nHelping us celebrate 10 Years of Impact\nExperiencing a Community of Connection\nChallenging Yourself\nGiving Back\n\nTogether\, let’s honor our heroes\, celebrate 23rd Veteran’s 10th anniversary\, and make a lasting impact on our community. \nPlease email info@23rdveteran.org if: \n\nYou’re passionate about joining but financial concerns are a barrier — we’re here to ensure everyone who wants to ruck can participate. Let’s march forward together!\nYou’re part of a Military or first responder unit – we want to expedite the registration process so let’s get your group pre-registered.\nYou want to make a bigger impact! You can support the event by becoming a sponsor\, or making a direct donation.\n\nMore details . . . \nPRICES: \n\n$59 until March 31\, 2025\n$79 until May 31\, 2025\n$89 from June 1 – September 6\, 2025\n\nTHE ROUTE: \n\n2-mile loop\nAll ruckers receive a finisher’s coin\nComplete 10 miles to earn your All The Way patch\nFamily and dog friendly\nWater Stop on course for humans + dogs\nRoute utilizes trails through the forest and a set of stairs- stroller at your own risk 😉\n\nRUCKER FAVORITES: \n\nLine of Honor – bring photos of past and present loved ones who served!\nDJ and live music on the course\nFood and non-alcoholic beverages for sale\nSupport local businesses at Vendor Village\n\nWHAT TO CARRY: \n\nBring your own rucksack/backpack\, any style works\nLoad your pack with food and clothing to donate at the finish line for locals in need\nIf you aren’t familiar with rucking\, we recommend carrying a max of 20 lbs – for those more experienced\, cap it at 50 lbs\n\n 
URL:https://23rdveteran.org/event/2025-twin-cities-ruck-life/
LOCATION:ANOKA HIGH SCHOOL\, 3939 N 7th Ave\, Anoka\, MN\, 55303\, United States
CATEGORIES:23rd Veteran Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251009T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251009T193000
DTSTAMP:20260420T153939
CREATED:20251009T181355Z
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SUMMARY:250 Years of Honor: A Marine Corps Story
DESCRIPTION:The Richard I. Bong Veterans Historical Center welcomes Lt Col (Ret) Donna Bergstrom to speak on Thursday\, October 9th\, from 6:30-7:30 pm. \nProgram Highlights: “Happy Birthday United States Marine Corps! On November 10th\, the Marine Corps turns 250 years old. From Philadelphia\, the birthplace of the Marine Corps\, to every ‘clime and place where we could take a gun\,’ the Marines have an illustrious history of service to our Nation. Highlights and personal anecdotes will be presented in this fast-paced journey through 250 years of living up to the Marine Corps motto of\, “Semper Fidelis” or Always Faithful. \nQuestions: fiandt@bongcenter.org \n2025 Public Speaker Events Poster 5
URL:https://23rdveteran.org/event/250-years-of-honor-a-marine-corps-story/
LOCATION:Richard I. Bong Veterans Historical Center\, 305 E 2nd St\, Superior\, WI
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251025T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251025T200000
DTSTAMP:20260420T153939
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SUMMARY:Sweat 4 Vets - Veteran Resiliency Project
DESCRIPTION:We’re thrilled to invite you to Veteran Resilience Project’s (VRP) 2nd Annual SWEAT 4 VETS—an energizing sauna and cold plunge experience and fundraiser happening Saturday\, October 25th on the lake walk in front of the Endion Inn in Canal Park\, Duluth\, MN.\nThis unique wellness event blends the restorative power of sauna and cold immersion with a mission-driven purpose: supporting mental health healing for Minnesota Veterans\, Service Members\, and Spouses.\n\n\nTICKETS & SCHEDULE:\nhttps://give.veteranresilienceproject.org/…/swe…/e698094\n12-2pm or 2-4pm: Sauna/Cold Plunge Ticket ($30) includes:2 hour pass to enjoy several woodfire saunas brought to you by North Shore Sauna\, set up so you can walk to cold plunge in Lake Superior!\n5-8pm: After Party & Silent Auction (FREE):Afterwards\, join us just down the road at Warrior Brewing Co. – connect with others passionate about ensuring Veterans have access to effective mental healthcare.\n\nAll portions of the event are open to the public!\nCan’t make it? The Silent Auction will be available online for open bidding from Oct 1st until 7:30pm- the night of the event on Oct 25th. So many great silent auction items that you don’t want to miss! Every dollar raised goes to directly support EMDR therapy for MN Veteran and spouses.\nOnline Silent Auction Fundraiser:Start Bidding Now: https://live.classy.org/…/10b70ef4-a1f4-4087-9ddd…\n\n\n WHY IT MATTERS\nWe rely on people like you to help support and fulfill our mission to inspire lifelong change for Minnesota Veterans\, Service Members and Spouses experiencing Trauma and PTS(D)\, by creating access to effective therapy as a pathway to heal.\nYour participation and support directly help us at VRP expand access to EMDR Therapy\, an evidence-based treatment proven effective for trauma and PTS(D). Every dollar raised goes toward making this life-changing therapy available to those who’ve served—and their Spouses.\n\n\nHOW YOU CAN GET INVOLVED\n Register to Sauna & Plunge: https://give.veteranresilienceproject.org/…/swe…/e698094\nVisit the Silent Auction- LIVE NOW: https://live.classy.org/…/10b70ef4-a1f4-4087-9ddd…\n Become a Sponsor: Email – Jenna@veteranresilience.org to learn more\n Make a Donation: https://give.veteranresilienceproject.org/give/698094/…\n Volunteer with Us: Email Jenna at jenna@veteranresilience.org\n Share the event: https://www.facebook.com/share/16mTpZaVAo/\n Follow us:Website: https://www.veteranresilienceproject.org/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/VeteranresilienceprojectInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/veteranresilienceproject/\nBring your friends or co-workers\, spread the word\, share this event and join the movement to heal through connection and wellness.
URL:https://23rdveteran.org/event/vrps-sweat-4-vets/
LOCATION:Endion Station Inn\, 218 Canal Park Dr\, Duluth\, MN\, 55802-2314\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251108T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251108T100000
DTSTAMP:20260420T153939
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SUMMARY:Aerial Crossfit Fundraiser - CHAD1000x Workout
DESCRIPTION:CHAD1000X Fundraiser\n				\n			\n				\n			\n				\n				CHAD1000X T-shirts\n				\n		\n\n  \nYou’re invited to Crossfit Aerial for the CHAD1000X Workout. The workout is free and any donations will go directly to 23rd Veteran. \nThe CHAD1000X Workout consists of 1000 Weighted Step-ups on a 20″ box\, but participants can scale the workout to their fitness level. You can even split the reps with a partner. You can purchase an optional t-shirt for $23 (pre-order by 10/26). \nWhat: Chad 1000X Workout Fundraiser for 23rd Veteran\nWhen: Saturday\, Nov. 8th at 8 am\nWhere: Crossfit Aerial | 316 Garfield Ave\, Duluth\, MN 55802\nRegister here: bit.ly/chadfundraiser\nPre-order t-shirt here (optional): bit.ly/chadtshirt \nCHAD1000X is a hero workout written in honor of Navy SEAL Senior Chief Chad Wilkinson\, who died by suicide on Oct. 29\, 2018 as a result of several traumatic brain injuries\, blast-wave injuries\, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) stemming from many deployments across more than two decades of service.
URL:https://23rdveteran.org/event/aerial-crossfit-fundraiser-chad1000x-workout/
LOCATION:Crossfit Aerial\, 316 Garfield Ave\, Duluth\, MN\, 55802\, United States
CATEGORIES:23rd Veteran Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251205T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251205T213000
DTSTAMP:20260420T153939
CREATED:20250207T193035Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251018T210928Z
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SUMMARY:2025 Winter Gala
DESCRIPTION:Winter Gala 2025 \nBe inspired as we celebrate our mission to support our veterans. \n\nWe are excited to invite you to an evening showcasing testimonies from our RECON graduates and their families\, as they share their life-changing journeys toward a purposeful life filled with hope and happiness. \n5:30pm | Social Hour with hor d’oeuvres\, cash bar & silent auction \n6:30pm | Opening Ceremony – Posting of Colors & National Anthem \n7:00pm | Dinner – Followed by formal program \nMore details to come soon!
URL:https://23rdveteran.org/event/2025-winter-gala/
LOCATION:Greysolon Ballroom\, 231 E Superior St\, Duluth\, MN\, 55802
CATEGORIES:23rd Veteran Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260212T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260212T183000
DTSTAMP:20260420T153939
CREATED:20260112T190000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T190346Z
UID:5828-1770921000-1770921000@23rdveteran.org
SUMMARY:Bong Speaker Series - Evacuee Encounters on the Soviet Home Front During the Second World War
DESCRIPTION:Please join us at the Bong Center for our Speaker Series showcasing Natalie Belsky. Belsky is Assistant Professor of History in the Department of History\, Political Science and International Studies at University of Minnesota Duluth. \nHer book Evacuee Encounters on the Soviet Home Front During the Second World War is the first to examine the experiences of the millions of Soviet civilians evacuated to the interior of the country during the Second World War in the context of their encounters and relations with local communities and populations across Soviet Central Asia\, Kazakhstan\, Siberia\, and the Urals. \nBong Feb\n 
URL:https://23rdveteran.org/event/bong-speaker-series/
LOCATION:Richard I. Bong Veterans Historical Center\, 305 E 2nd St\, Superior\, WI
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260312T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260312T183000
DTSTAMP:20260420T153939
CREATED:20260112T190243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T190428Z
UID:5830-1773340200-1773340200@23rdveteran.org
SUMMARY:Bong Speaker Series - A Homefront Childhood in WWII
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Bong Center for our Speaker Series showcasing Peggy Trojan. Peggy published her first poem at the age of 77. She is the author of several poetry collections\, including the self-published All That Matters: Collected Poems 2010-2018 and Essence (Portage Press\, 2015). \nPeggy’s book A Homefront Childhood in WWII is a collection of poems that create a narrative about story of a child in small Midwestern town during World WWII. We’re very excited to host her and hope to see you here!
URL:https://23rdveteran.org/event/bong-speaker-series-2/
LOCATION:Richard I. Bong Veterans Historical Center\, 305 E 2nd St\, Superior\, WI
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260530T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260530T160000
DTSTAMP:20260420T153939
CREATED:20251009T183359Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T201324Z
UID:5747-1780137000-1780156800@23rdveteran.org
SUMMARY:2026 Ruck Life Duluth
DESCRIPTION:Walk with Purpose. Ruck with Honor. Be the Hero.\nFOOD • AWARDS • LIVE ENTERTAINMENT • LOCAL VENDORS • FUN FOR THE FAMILY • DOG-FRIENDLY \nWhy We Ruck\nThis powerful community fundraiser\, brings mental health programming to veterans & first responders\, helping them to heal from trauma after public service. Your efforts will help provide a 14-week program to your neighbors in Duluth/Superior\, Twin Cities\, and the Iron Range. \nAll Are Welcome\nThe course is a 2-mile loop. You can hike one lap or earn your ‘All The Way’ patch by completing five laps (10 miles total). Participants are invited to fill their rucks with donations for local veteran service organizations. \n 
URL:https://23rdveteran.org/event/2026-ruck-life-duluth/
LOCATION:Mont du Lac Resort\, 3125 S Mont Du Lac Rd\,\, Superior\, WI\, 54880
CATEGORIES:23rd Veteran Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260912T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260912T160000
DTSTAMP:20260420T153939
CREATED:20251009T210046Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251018T211010Z
UID:5751-1789210800-1789228800@23rdveteran.org
SUMMARY:2026 Ruck Life Twin Cities
DESCRIPTION:Walk with Purpose. Ruck with Honor. Be the Hero.\nFOOD • AWARDS • LIVE ENTERTAINMENT • LOCAL VENDORS • FUN FOR THE FAMILY • DOG-FRIENDLY \nWhy We Ruck\nThis powerful community fundraiser\, brings mental health programming to veterans & first responders\, helping them to heal from trauma after public service. Your efforts will help provide a 14-week program to your neighbors in Duluth/Superior\, Twin Cities\, and the Iron Range. \nAll Are Welcome\nThe course is a 2-mile loop. You can hike one lap or earn your ‘All The Way’ patch by completing five laps (10 miles total). Participants are invited to fill their rucks with donations for local veteran service organizations. \n 
URL:https://23rdveteran.org/event/2026-ruck-life-twin-cities/
LOCATION:ANOKA HIGH SCHOOL\, 3939 N 7th Ave\, Anoka\, MN\, 55303\, United States
CATEGORIES:23rd Veteran Events
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