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June is PTSD Awareness Month

Here’s how you can help

Every day, we lose 22 veterans to suicide. Gillette College Student Veterans Association and County 17 are committed to becoming a part of the solution. Join us by participating in the second annual “Oscar Mike” 5K Ruck March Saturday, June 22.

Together, we’ll raise PTSD awareness in Gillette, have some fun, and do some good.

All funds raised go to benefit Meadowlark Counseling, who help local first responders cope with trauma, and Blessings in a Backpack, who help ensure local school kids don’t go hungry.

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“Oscar Mike” 5K Ruck March 2019

DATE: June 22
TIME: 11 a.m.
RALLY POINT: Gillette College Pronghorn Center
FEE: $10 (and you get a cool shirt!)
BENEFIT: Blessings in a Backpack + Meadowlark Counseling
REGISTER: County17.com/22

REGISTER NOW.

Veterans who are in crisis or are having thoughts of suicide, and those who know a veteran in crisis, can call the veterans crisis line at (800) 273-8255 for confidential support 24-hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year.

This message paid for by County 17 Cares with special thanks to the following community partners and those first responders and public servants, and their departments, appearing in this video for PTSD awareness. Their presence does not indicate that they suffer from PTSD.    

FAQ:

What’s a ruck march? A part of basic recruit training in the United States Army, a ruck march, or loaded march, is a walk/run carrying a loaded pack.

What does “Oscar Mike” mean? Military speak for “on the move.”

How long is a 5K? 3.2 miles. The course begins at the Gillette College Pronghorn Center and heads north on 4-J Road to the interstate overpass by Haggerty’s Musicworks, and back.

Do we have to run? Run, jog, walk, ride, scoot, skip, stroll … all cool!

Does everyone carry a backpack? No. Just by participating, you’re showing your support.

How heavy are the backpacks? About 20 pounds each.

Is this event kid/family/pet-friendly? Yes! Bring anyone and everyone along!

Want to show support but can’t attend the march? Register today for $10 anyway, and get a free shirt. Bonus points if you share this post with all your friends.

How can my company get involved? Get ahold of the Gillette College Student Vets or Mike Summers at (307) 343-0678.

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