Thousands run during the annual 8K Hero & Remembrance Run in a previous year. (Courtesy photo)
Tripler Army Medical Center
News Release
HONOLULU – The annual 8K Hero & Remembrance Run on Sept. 7, 2019. This event is held on historic Ford Island and honors over 8,000 fallen Service Members from all Branches who have given their lives since 9/11.
This is a "no cost" event in honor of the Fallen Service Members who have paid the ultimate price for our freedom.
The roads of Ford Island will be lined with combat boots, each boot representing a service member who has fallen, either in combat or in garrison after 9-11. Each boot will have the photo of the honored fallen, as well as information to tell those in attendance the fallen’ s name, branch of service, and the date/location of their passing.
Once the event is over, the boots will be reassembled on the corner of Enterprise & O'Kane streets on Historic Ford Island. This will allow everyone an opportunity to look through the boots to find the names and pictures of loved ones.
This visual representation of our nation’s commitment and the sacrifice of our service members all in one location is something that no one will want to miss seeing. Bring a camera to take photos of this memorial as it will stay on public display until Sept. 14, 2019.
Military and political leaders of the community will participate in the opening ceremonies and the run. The host for the event is Theresa Johnson. Augie T, one of Hawaii’s favorite award winning comedians, will be the MC for the event.
Everyone is highly encouraged to come out and support this event in any capacity you can. The run is not a timed event; we welcome spectators along the route to wave flags and cheer folks on. We will need volunteers for several locations.
Registration Website: http://www.eventbrite.com
**This release is being sent on behalf of the Fisher House. Please contact them directly for questions and concerns.
DETAILS
• This event is opened to the public.
• All Non Military ID Cardholders will be required to a Base Sponsored Pass. All access to Ford Island will be accessible from 4-6:45 a.m. on Sept. 7, 2019.
• Since this is a military installation everyone including all non-military ID card holders are subject to search per base regulations.
• All parking will be on Ford Island as directed when you come across the bridge. Due to the amount of anticipated participants carpooling and buses are recommend. There is no cost for parking. You should plan to arrive by 0500 to ensure access to base before the bridge closes. There will be an opening ceremony at 6:30 a.m.
• We will have the "Patriot Guard" style escort and motorcycle riders lead off the run. Motorcycle clubs are welcome to join us but all riders will have to have proper vehicle paperwork per base regulations, no exceptions. Motorcycle riders have to comply with DoD motorcycle guidance (helmet, need long sleeves, sturdy over ankle footwear, long pants, etc).
• Military units in formation will form up on the inside of the field, once the Motorcycle Riders lead off, hand bikes, wheelchairs and Wounded Warriors next, military units will fall in followed by the rest of the participants, with strollers and other wheels at the end.
• All wheelchairs, hand bikes, stroller, roller skates, roller blades, wagons, and small children’s bikes are welcome. Please no adult bikes except for the rear follow up riders. Friendly pets are welcome on a leash, be prepared to clean up after them.
• Shirts will be available for pre-order purchase online for $18 or $20 at the event, limited quantities available.
• Bottled water will be available, no snacks provided.
• If you are interested in volunteering please contact Anita Clingerman at 808-436-5543 / email: anita.f.clingerman@gmail.com or Theresa Johnson at 931-217-0800 / email: theresa.m.johnson2@aol.com.
• The military unit with the most participants whose “Team, to include family members” is registered online by Sept. 5, 2019, will be awarded the "Traveling Bronzed Boots" at a presentation prior the run at 6:15 a.m. by the starting line stage.
INFORMATION
DATE: Sept. 7, 2019
PLACE: Starts at the Pacific Aviation Museum on Ford Island
WHEN: Starts at 6:30 a.m., all participants should be on island NLT 6 a.m.
6:30-7 a.m. is official welcome and military honors.
WHO: Open to the public & military
COST: None