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September 27 - 28, 2024

Norwegian Foot March

Soto PFC • 20751 Constitution Ave El PasoTX  79918 Organized by Fort Bliss MWR Sports, Fitness & Aquatics-SOTO Gym

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History:

First held in 1915 as a test of marching endurance for soldiers in the Norwegian Military. A strategic goal was to be able to move larger units of troops over a great distance swiftly and in a manner that enabled them to efficiently be combat ready even after the march by carrying their rucksack /weaponry of 11 kg.

The goal today is to stimulate the general interest of marching over extended distances amongst military and civilian personnel.

The test:

The test consists of a 30km/18.6mile march (march/run) with rucksack containing 11kg (24 lbs). There is no longer a requirement to carry your rifle or conduct before BMNT.

Attire:

Approved military uniform. Field uniform/work uniform and military grade boots. The uniform must be within regulation during the march. Civilian events and where civilians partake in a military setting, civilian clothing is allowed i.e., long trousers and boots with a minimum weight of 1.5 kg (3.3 lbs).

Rucksack with content must weigh in at minimum 11 kg/24 lbs. at both start and finish line. Rucksack/backpack of military grade. Civilian participants can use a civilian version of rucksack.

Event details and schedule

When

September 27 - 28, 2024

Friday, Saturday

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Location

Soto PFC

20751 Constitution Ave El PasoTX  79918

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