Sgt. Joshua D. Desforges Walk/Run Challenge
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About the Race
Saturday May 9, 2026 9:00 am All abilities welcome and encouraged! Starts at the Sgt. Joshua Desforges Memorial behind Ludlow High School Kids Race at 8:30-no registration necessary Students and Veterans $25 Registration $35 Participants do get a shirt The Sgt. Joshua D. Desforges Walk/Run Challenge is a race inspired by the life of Sgt. Joshua D. Desforges, a United States Marine that was killed in combat in Afghanistan in May 2010. Josh chased his dream to become a Marine and every day, “li...
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How hard is the Sgt. Joshua D. Desforges Walk/Run Challenge Other?
We don't have a verified elevation profile yet — check the organizer's course map for the climb breakdown.
What should I wear?
Dress for ~10°F warmer than the standing temperature once you start running. Throwaway long-sleeve at the start, gloves and a hat for sub-50°F mornings, singlet plus visor when it climbs above 60°F. The race-day forecast above is the source of truth closer to the date.
When does it sell out?
No published deadline. Most races raise the entry fee in tiers and can sell out without warning — sign up early if you're committed.
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