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Hello everyone, 

The 2024 Annual End of Watch Memorial Ruck will take place October 4th through October 6th, honoring the men and women who lost their lives in the line of duty in 2023. This year’s ruck will consist of 42 hours of continuous rucking by athletes from around the country. We thank our volunteers who support the athletes by assisting with the athlete check-in as well as various support elements during the ruck. We will have pre-event opportunities for volunteers in September and October before the kick off of the event. If you are interested in this exciting opportunity to show your support, to get more involved, or if you know someone who is interested, please provide your contact information below. We look forward to seeing you again this year!

Thank you, 

EOWF Support Staff

Volunteer Opportunity: Production Team

Date Needed: September 21, 2pm - 6pm or until.

Location: 4315 Avalon Blvd Milton, FL 32583

Hours Per Shift: As available until complete

Description: The EOWF is seeking 20+ Volunteers to support pre-event planning to assemble the officer weights which will include wrapping with protective paper, attaching label and sealing with tape. Volunteers will also be asked to unpack and inventory gift items such as t-shirts, patches, challenge coins and other sponsor donated promotional materials. Food will be provided to volunteers during this volunteer opportunity.

Volunteer Opportunity:  Pre-Ruck Event Setup Team

Date needed:  October 4, 10am - 5pm.

Location: 8604 Bobby Brown Rd. Milton, FL 32583

Hours Per shift: 2, 4, or 8 all based on your availability.

Description: The EOWF is seeking 20 Individuals to support setup activities in preparation for the EOWMR. This all-day event will begin at 10:00am on October 13th at the Santa Rosa County Fair Grounds. Volunteers will be asked to support a range of activities from table setup, route set up to include directional arrow and marker placement, supply staging, and merchandise table setup. 

Volunteer Opportunity:  Final Ruck Day Support Team / Event Clean Up

Date needed:  October 6th, 1pm- 6pm

Location: 8604 Bobby Brown Rd. Milton, FL 32583

Hours Per shift: ~3 +

Description: The EOWF is seeking volunteers for the final day of ruck support activities including merchandise sales, event grounds water and food staging, parking support, general support as well as event and course break down.

Volunteer Qualifications: Must be able to lift 20 LBS and walk on uneven ground. Must be at least 14 years of age. Must be able to read and follow instructions with minimal supervision.

Volunteer Opportunity:  Athlete Check In / Registration Table

Date needed:  Oct 4th – Oct 6th. Registration/Launch teams needed are at least 2 individuals per each check-in time for the 2 hours prior to each leg start time and 1 hour post leg start. “View Available Time Slots by clicking button below.”

Location: 8604 Bobby Brown Rd. Milton, FL 32583

Hours Per shift: ~2

Description: The EOWF is seeking volunteers for the day of ruck support activities including ensuring waivers are signed, the event leg roster is updated, merchandise sales, event grounds water and food staging and cleanup. Volunteers will be expected to be able to arrive at their designated times and read instructions for their leg with minimal support.

Volunteer Opportunity:  Weight Guards

Date needed:  Oct 4th – Oct 6th. Time slots are available in 2 hour time increments with the option to sign up for as many as you’d like. “View Available Time Slots by clicking button below.”

Location: 8604 Bobby Brown Rd. Milton, FL 32583

Hours Per shift: ~2 +

Description: The EOWF is seeking volunteers to man the table that will hold the officer weights. Responsibility will be to distribute the weight to the athletes at the beginning of each lap and to make sure that the officers name is said into the microphone and the memorial bell is rung prior to the group leaving on their lap. Upon the groups return, you will need to receive each weight and ensure they are placed onto the homecoming table. Responsibilities may also include maintaining the snack table, drink cooler and ice, and to keep the music going on the entertainment system.