Ruck With a Purpose

11/16/2025

While recovering from C-spine surgery I will be sharing past ruck marches until I recover. I was cleared to start physical therapy and to start rucking again this coming week. It will still take me a while to get back up to 22 plus miles a week but I have to take it slow! I appreciate everyone’s support during my recovery and especially all of the new followers!!! Love you all! Stay blessed and most of all stay frosty! 🐾❤️🤗🙏🇺🇸

11/12/2025

🇺🇸Happy Veteran’s Day🇺🇸

THANK YOU and Happy Veterans Day to all the men and women who’ve sacrificed to serve our Great Country. Honoring and supporting those who have served protecting our Freedom’s has always been a passion of mine.

Seven years ago I helped create an annual 22 mile walk called “22 Strong” which raises funds for non-profits supporting Veterans mental health with the goal of reducing the Veteran su***de rate. Each year the event has continued to grow with 2025 being our first year to raise over $100k. Please consider signing up to receive our newsletter to ensure next year’s walk is on your calendar or make a donation today to support our 2026 efforts!

https://www.building-change.org/

Hope to see you at the Mid America Veterans Museum Gala this Friday!

11/09/2025

While recovering from C-spine surgery I will be sharing past ruck marches until I recover. I had a small set back this past week but still hoping to be to be cleared to start physical therapy this week. I appreciate everyone’s support during my recovery. Stay blessed and most of all stay frosty! 🐾❤️🤗🙏🇺🇸

For the month of September all Ruck Marches will be dedicated to First Responders who lost their battle with mental health.
"RUCK WITH A PURPOSE “ September 1st - September 7th 2024
Because 22 Veterans a day lose their battle with mental health my Service dog “Chipper“and I Ruck March a minimum of 22 miles a week and dedicate that weeks march to a Veteran that has lost their battle with mental health.
Our “Purpose” is to put a name and a face to this ever increasing number.
This weeks Ruck March of 17.22 miles (Knee injury) is dedicated to
Okaloosa County Sheriff Niceville, FL and U.S, Army Veteran Jeremy Ryan Dobkins who ;ost his battle with mental health on May 21 2024
Jeramy was a man of dedication and service to his country not only as a law enforcement officer, but as a member of the Army National Guard. He was well known for his motto “It’s your job to make sure your partner goes home at night.” His professional achievements were numerous, as a School Resource Officer (SRO) he created a QR code allowing students to anonymously access Project Fortify Florida. He was a recipient of several prestigious awards, including the Illinois Dept. of Transportation DUI Safety award, the Alliance Against Intoxicated Motorists Top Performer Award, and the Jeremy Chambers Top Gun Award. Jeramy was a certified defensive tactics instructor, certified hostage negotiator, and Florida general instructor for agency and recruits, among many other roles. He was also a featured speaker on the Excellence in Training podcast.
“We may not understand why, but we must be strong enough to prevail.”
If anyone has a Veteran or First Responder family member / loved one or friend that lost their battle to mental health and would like a ruck march dedicated in their memory please message me.
Veteran crisis line - txt 838255 or call 1 800 273 8255 press 1
Su***de hot line call 988 !
Thank you everyone for your support.
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11/02/2025

While recovering from C-spine surgery I will be sharing past ruck marches until I recover. I am hoping about 2 more weeks then I can start physical therapy . I appreciate everyone’s support during my recovery. Thank you all for your support!

“ RUCK WITH A PURPOSE “
Aug 6th - Aug 12 2023
Because 22 Veterans a day lose their battle with mental health my Service dog “ Chipper “ and I Ruck March a minimum of 22 miles a week and dedicate that weeks march to a Veteran that has lost their battle with mental health. Our “Purpose” is to put a name and a face to this ever increasing number.
This weeks Ruck March of 37.60 miles is dedicated to U.S. Army Operation Iraqi Freedom ( Iraq ) Combat Veteran
SGT Andrew Wilson.
Sgt. Andrew S. Wilson, 26, of Lafayette, passed away Nov. 22, 2011, in Fort Lewis, Wash. He was Infantry in the U.S. Army and was stationed in Fort Lewis, Wash. He served in the HHC 2nd Brigade, 2nd Infantry Division, Stryker Brigade Combat Team.
Gone but not forgotten.
If anyone has a Veteran family member / loved one or friend that lost their battle to mental health and would like a ruck march dedicated in their memory please message me.
Veteran crisis line - txt 838255 or call 1 800 273 8255 press 1
Su***de hot line call 988 !
Thank you everyone for your support.
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10/26/2025

While recovering from C-spine surgery I will be sharing past ruck marches until I recover. I am hoping about 3 more weeks. I appreciate everyone’s support during my recovery. Thank you all for your support!

“ RUCK WITH A PURPOSE “
July 30th - Aug 5th 2023
Because 22 Veterans a day lose their battle with mental health my Service dog “ Chipper “ and I Ruck March a minimum of 22 miles a week and dedicate that weeks march to a Veteran that has lost their battle with mental health. Our “Purpose” is to put a name and a face to this ever increasing number.
This weeks Ruck March of 34.04 miles is dedicated to U.S. Air Force and Operation Iraqi Freedom (Iraq) Veteran SrA Cody Hooks.
From his Mother :
“My son, Cody, was loved by all who knew him; he never met a stranger. Cody always had a desire to serve in the military since he was little; he was involved all 4 years of High school in the ROTC program, where his Senior year made the highest rank as Captain. Upon graduating high school he joined the USAF and served from 2010-2013. Cody deployed to Kuwait in 2011. Cody loved spending time with family and friends.
I will never understand why this happened but will forever keep his memory alive and try to help other families cope with the loss of a child. I have joined TAPS and they have helped me understand more about military su***des, I hope one day the number will be 0 and not 22+.
Gone but not forgotten.
If anyone has a Veteran family member / loved one or friend that lost their battle to mental health and would like a ruck march dedicated in their memory please message me.
Veteran crisis line - txt 838255 or call 1 800 273 8255 press 1
Su***de hot line call 988 !
Thank you everyone for your support.
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10/21/2025

While recovering from C - spine surgery I will be sharing older ruck march dedications until I am recovered. Thank you again everyone for your support!!!!!

"RUCK WITH A PURPOSE “ June 29th - July 5th 2025
Because more than 22 Veterans & First Responders a day lose their battle with mental health my Service dog “Chipper“and I Ruck March a minimum of 22 miles a week and dedicate that weeks Ruck March to a Veteran/First Responder that has lost their battle with mental health.
Our “Purpose” is to put a name and a face to this ever increasing number so they are not forgotten.
This weeks "Ruck March"of 25.77 miles is dedicated to United States Marine Corps Veteran LCpl Cody Garrette White who lost his battle with mental health on March 7th 2024.
Cody was very proud to join the Marine Corps and wanted to go to Japan, which he got. He served in artillery maintenance and enjoyed learning about each weapon. His passing was in Okinawa, Japan. Cody’s short life will always be meaningful and beautiful. Please continue to help keep his name alive he always wanted to travel. My sweet son is remembered by three sisters, two brothers, his father and I, along with five step siblings and step mother, two nieces, as well as multiple family members and friends. He was blessed with a large family, as well as his dog River.
Never Forget.
If anyone has a Veteran or First Responder family member / loved one or friend that lost their battle to mental health and would like a ruck march dedicated in their memory please message me.
Veteran crisis line - txt 838255 or call 1 800 273 8255 press 1
Su***de hot line call 988 !
Thank you everyone for your support.
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10/13/2025

While recovering from C - spine surgery I will be sharing older ruck march dedications until I am recovered. Thank you again everyone for your support!!!!!

"RUCK WITH A PURPOSE “ November 24th - November 30th 2024
Because 22 Veterans a day lose their battle with mental health my Service dog “Chipper“and I Ruck March a minimum of 22 miles a week and dedicate that weeks ruck march to a Veteran/First Responder that has lost their battle with mental health.
Our “Purpose” is to put a name and a face to this ever increasing number.
This weeks Ruck March of 22.37 miles is dedicated to U.S. Army, Operation Enduring Freedom, Combat Veteran SSG Michelle Langhorst who lost her battle with mental health on March 30th 2015.
Michelle’s mark of specialty was military police, which she enjoyed immensely. Immediately finishing basic training, she was deployed to Germany then Afghanistan in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. She made lifelong friends with her fellow soldiers and had a special bond with them. One of her fellow soldiers told our family a story that is proof what an excellent, compassionate, and heartfelt woman she was. During the deployment in Afghanistan, she used her free time and money to visit children in the orphanage and brought them toys, food and water and they played games too. He told us how dangerous it was for her to leave the confines of the base and risked her life to visit these orphans. Michelle was very humble and never told anyone at home about her selfless works. After her time in Afghanistan and Germany, Michelle was 1 of 2 women chosen for a special assignment in Brussels, Belgium doing protective services for NATO. Michelle received many accolades and awards during her 9 years of service and attained the rank of Staff Sergeant. Michelle was honorably discharged after she sustained an injury to her arm. Michelle was such a giving and kind person, always doing for others instead of tending to her own needs. She had such a beautiful heart and is loved and missed beyond words. Michelle lived for her family and was very excited to be a Godmother to her precious Harper Monroe Michelle, whom she never got to meet. We are certain she is in Heaven and will be the guiding light for Harper.
If anyone has a Veteran or First Responder family member / loved one or friend that lost their battle to mental health and would like a ruck march dedicated in their memory please message me.
Veteran crisis line - txt 838255 or call 1 800 273 8255 press 1
Su***de hot line call 988 !
Thank you everyone for your support.
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09/28/2025

For the month of September all dedications will be dedicated to first responders who have lost their battle with mental health.
"RUCK WITH A PURPOSE “ Sept 21st - Sept 27th 2025
Because more than 22 Veterans & First Responders a day lose their battle with mental health my Service dog “Chipper“and I Ruck March a minimum of 22 miles a week and dedicate that weeks Ruck March to a Veteran/First Responder that has lost their battle with mental health.
Our “Purpose” is to put a name and a face to this ever increasing number so they are not forgotten.
This weeks "Ruck March"of 23.37 miles was a request and is dedicated to U.S. Border Patrol Agent, Special Operatons Supervisor Vincent "Vinny" Dulesky who lost his battle with mental health on April 22nd 2022.
Vinny was the supervisor for the Strategic Communications Department at Yuma Sector Headquarters where he headed the organization's public affairs efforts. After his service in the U.S. Marine Corps, he graduated from the U.S. Border Patrol Academy Class 706 and spent the early part of his career as an agent in Ajo, Arizona and as a supervisor in Blythe, California. Vinny was known throughout the Border Patrol for his infectious laugh, perpetual smile, and a willingness to help in time of need. Vincent J. Dulesky was born June 15, 1974, in St. Louis, Missouri, where he became an accomplished Gold Gloves boxer and earned a college wrestling scholarship. He completed his education at Arizona Western College and the University of Phoenix. As respected as he was in his professional life, nothing was more important to Vinny than his wife and family. He cherished his time at home, from supporting his children's activities to watching his beloved Kansas City Chiefs with daughter Gigi. Vinny also enjoyed working on home renovation projects, cooking, growing his own farm-to-table crops and taking care of his pet chickens.
If anyone has a Veteran or First Responder family member / loved one or friend that lost their battle to mental health and would like a ruck march dedicated in their memory please message me.
Veteran crisis line - txt 838255 or call 1 800 273 8255 press 1
Su***de hot line call 988 !
Thank you everyone for your support.
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09/21/2025

For the month of September all dedications will be dedicated to first responders who have lost their battle with mental health.
"RUCK WITH A PURPOSE “ Sept 14th - Sept 20th 2025
Because more than 22 Veterans & First Responders a day lose their battle with mental health my Service dog “Chipper“and I Ruck March a minimum of 22 miles a week and dedicate that weeks Ruck March to a Veteran/First Responder that has lost their battle with mental health.
Our “Purpose” is to put a name and a face to this ever increasing number so they are not forgotten.
This weeks "Ruck March"of 22.29 miles is dedicated to Texas/Brady Firefighter EMT William "Bill" Fore whol lost his battle with mental health on March 15th 2023. He died by su***de while on duty.
He served as fire chief for Reagan County Fire and EMS from 2017 through 2019. The Reagan department expressed its sorrow in a Facebook post, describing Fore as “a smiling face with a big personality that will never be replaced.”
Fore is survived by his wife and children, the Concho Valley Homepage reported.
Never Forget.
If anyone has a Veteran or First Responder family member / loved one or friend that lost their battle to mental health and would like a ruck march dedicated in their memory please message me.
Veteran crisis line - txt 838255 or call 1 800 273 8255 press 1
Su***de hot line call 988 !
Thank you everyone for your support.
# ***deawareness ***deprevention ***deawareness

09/15/2025

For the month of September all dedications will be dedicated to first responders who have lost their battle with mental health.
"RUCK WITH A PURPOSE “ Sept 7th - Sept 13th 2025
Because more than 22 Veterans & First Responders a day lose their battle with mental health my Service dog “Chipper“and I Ruck March a minimum of 22 miles a week and dedicate that weeks Ruck March to a Veteran/First Responder that has lost their battle with mental health.
Our “Purpose” is to put a name and a face to this ever increasing number so they are not forgotten.
This weeks "Ruck March"of 24.09 miles is dedicated to Mesa Arizona Paramedic Drew Wilcox who lost his battle with mental health on July 27th 2025. He was 27 years old.
Drew leaves behind memories cherished by the community. Though Drew may no longer walk beside us, his memory will forever be enshrined in the fabric of the lives of those Drew touched, a beacon of light guiding us through the darkness. In his absence, his spirit lives on — a gentle whisper in the breeze, a ray of sunlight on a cloudy day, a reminder that love knows no boundaries.
Never Forget.
If anyone has a Veteran or First Responder family member / loved one or friend that lost their battle to mental health and would like a ruck march dedicated in their memory please message me.
Veteran crisis line - txt 838255 or call 1 800 273 8255 press 1
Su***de hot line call 988 !
Thank you everyone for your support.
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09/11/2025

Today of all days, in times more divisive than ever, set that aside and remember why we all came together. To the victims lost, the heroes who ran in both two legged and four- we will never forget. 🐾🇺🇸

09/08/2025

For the month of September all dedications will be dedicated to first responders who have lost their battle with mental health.
"RUCK WITH A PURPOSE “ Aug 30th - Sept 6th 2025
Because more than 22 Veterans & First Responders a day lose their battle with mental health my Service dog “Chipper“and I Ruck March a minimum of 22 miles a week and dedicate that weeks Ruck March to a Veteran/First Responder that has lost their battle with mental health.
Our “Purpose” is to put a name and a face to this ever increasing number so they are not forgotten.
This weeks "Ruck March"of 24.70 miles is dedicated to Wichita KS, Police Officer Kylee Lawrence who lost her battle with mental health on July 11th 2025.
Kylee graduated from Goddard High School in 2014. She then graduated from Fort Hays State University in 2018 with a Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice. She worked for Ellis County Jail for 2 years before joining the Wichita Police Department in 2020. She enjoyed mudding in her jeep, fishing, rescuing animals, but her favorite job was being an Aunt to her niece and nephews.
Never Forget.
If anyone has a Veteran or First Responder family member / loved one or friend that lost their battle to mental health and would like a ruck march dedicated in their memory please message me.
Veteran crisis line - txt 838255 or call 1 800 273 8255 press 1
Su***de hot line call 988 !
Thank you everyone for your support.
# ***deawareness ***deprevention ***deawareness