GORUCK logo patch with Pentagon, Twin Towers, blue arrowhead, 9/11, XXV, and Tough text.
GORUCK 9/11 ruck patch with Pentagon, Twin Towers, blue arrow, 12 miles, XXV text
GORUCK 9/11 Light patch with Pentagon, Twin Towers, blue arrow, and XXV on red and black background.

Naperville 9/11 (25th Anniversary) Event Weekend

$20.00
$20.00
Ticket Type: Light Challenge

GORUCK EVENT WEEKEND: 9/11 (25th Anniversary) Commemorative Events 2026

"These acts of mass murder were intended to frighten our nation into chaos and retreat. But they have failed. Our country is strong. A great people has been moved to defend a great nation."
— President George W. Bush

The terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, changed America and the lives of Americans forever. This year marks the 25th Anniversary of 9/11—a time not only to remember, but to come together as a nation.Our Cadre conduct 9/11 Commemorative Events around the country to honor and remember those we lost: the courageous First Responders, the innocent lives taken, and the soldiers who stood up in the fight against terrorism.On this 25th Anniversary, we look back to honor their sacrifice—and we look forward, united in resilience, strength, and community. Cadre and participants will share their 9/11 stories: Where were you? How did it change your life?

Start Point:
912 Honorary Sindt Memorial Ct, Naperville, IL 60540

EVENT PACKING LIST 

LIGHT PACKING LIST
12 MILER PACKING LIST 
TOUGH PACKING LIST


GORUCK 9/11 Light patch with Pentagon, Twin Towers, blue arrow, and XXV on red and black background.

Naperville 9/11 (25th Anniversary) Event Weekend

$20.00
$20.00
A group of people outdoors carry weighted backpacks on their shoulders during a fitness challenge.

LIGHT CHALLENGE (2-3 HOURS)

FAMILY FRIENDLY LIGHT CHALLENGE
Date: 9/11/2026 Time: 7:00 PM
Weight: 10lbs for Female / 20lbs for Male / Any Weight for Kids
Start Point: 912 Honorary Sindt Memorial Ct, Naperville, IL 60540


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A group of people with backpacks walk through a city park, one carrying an American flag.

12 MILER

12 MILER - CITY RUCK
Date: 9/12/2026 Time: 8:00 AM
Weight: 10lbs for Female / 20lbs for Male
Time Hack to Earn Your Patch: 5 Hours
Start Point: 912 Honorary Sindt Memorial Ct, Naperville, IL 60540


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Four men cross a city street at night, two carrying others on their backs, under streetlights.

TOUGH CHALLENGE (10-12 hrs)

OUR ORIGINAL TEAM EVENT
Date: 9/12/2026 Time: 9:00 PM
Weight: 20lbs for Female / 30lbs for Male
Start Point: 912 Honorary Sindt Memorial Ct, Naperville, IL 60540


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CADRE: GLEN MACDONALD

I am a veteran of the Marine Corps and a combat veteran of Desert Storm, having dedicated 30 years to Federal Law Enforcement before retiring. As a Lead Tactical Instructor and Team Leader, I developed expertise in firearms training and operational leadership. I founded 630RUCKERS in Illinois in 2019 and have completed over 120 events since joining GORUCK in 2011, with my first event being Class 079.