Valor 22

VALOR 22 is a commemorative running and rucking event held annually at the Arizona State Veterans Home in Flagstaff, AZ. Scheduled for September 13, 2025, it features a 1K fun run/walk, a 5K competitive run on the Northern Arizona University campus, and a challenging 22K trail ruck march carrying 22 pounds through Buffalo Park, including a route toward Mount Elden. The event honors 9/11 fallen heroes and raises awareness for veteran suicide prevention, PTSD, and TBI.

Participants enjoy amenities like bathrooms, showers for ruckers, and food from local vendors. The race fosters community spirit among veterans, ROTC cadets, first responders, and local residents. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.