To ensure everyone is well-prepared for Operation Iron Ruck, we're hosting practice rucks every Tuesday and Thursday leading up to the event. These sessions aim to acclimate you to the ruck's weight, improve your stamina and offer a taste of the event's unique camaraderie.
Operation Iron Ruck (OIR) is an annual event hosted by the Auburn Student Veterans Association (ASVA) and the University of Alabama Campus Veterans Association (CVA) to raise awareness and funds for veteran suicide prevention. As the state of Alabama has one of the nation’s highest veteran suicide rates, OIR seeks to increase the public’s knowledge on this issue while uniting veterans with the community, funding charities, championing veteran suicide education and supporting local veteran organizations.
Join us at our Zero Day event at Wind Creek State Park in Alexander City on August 17th, 2024! This 5k ruck will also offer classes on foot care, fitness, and ruck packing. There will be vendors and resources for participants and families. This event is an opportunity for us to build camaraderie and community as well as support for Operation Iron Ruck.
If you cannot make the meeting, please contact Kevin Couch at kmc0215@auburn.edu.
Join us for a welcome dinner to kick off Operation Iron Ruck!
Operation Iron Ruck (OIR) is an annual event hosted by the Auburn Student Veterans Association (ASVA) and the University of Alabama Campus Veterans Association (CVA) to raise awareness and funds for veteran suicide prevention. As the state of Alabama has one of the nation’s highest veteran suicide rates, OIR seeks to increase the public’s knowledge on this issue while uniting veterans with the community, funding charities, championing veteran suicide education and supporting local veteran organizations.
