Saturday, December 12, 2026 · 5:00 AM · Pineville, Louisiana
Louisiana National Guard Norwegian Foot March
Join us in the challenging Louisiana National Guard Norwegian Foot March on 12 DEC 2026.
The Norwegian Foot March originated in 1915 as an endurance test for soldiers in the Norwegian Army. It has since been adopted at several U.S. military installations. Completion demonstrates physical endurance, mental toughness, and military readiness.
The march requires participants to complete a 30-kilometer / 18.64-mile course while carrying a rucksack with a dry weight of at least 25 pounds, weighed both before and after finishing. Time requirements for completion vary by age and gender and determine eligibility for the Norwegian Foot March badge.
A minimum of three water points will be used along the route. Participants are welcome to carry personal water supply.
Please note that participants may only complete one march per calendar year as it pertains to earning a Norwegian Foot March badge.
This event is open to civilians and Service Members ages 17 and up.
12 DEC 2026
CHECK IN: 0400
OPENING BRIEF: 0430-0500
FOOT MARCH BEGINS: 0500-UTC
Review the time requirements by gender and age:
https://www.norway.no/contentassets/97a0b1fe76d244ffa647955676546d3f/nfm-guidelines-2025-v1.7.pdf
- Time limit
- No time limit listed by the organizer
- Walkers
- Not mentioned — ask the organizer
- Terrain
- Not stated
- Certified
- Not stated
Pulled from the organizer's own race description — per the organizer, not independently verified.
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Louisiana National Guard Norwegian Foot March
Sat, Dec 12, 2026