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Operation BUCKWHEAT 2025

Sun, Mar 16

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Pisgah National Forest, NC

20 lbs. 12 +/- miles. 6 hours.

Operation BUCKWHEAT 2025
Operation BUCKWHEAT 2025

Time & Location

Mar 16, 2025, 7:30 AM – 3:00 PM

Pisgah National Forest, NC, US-276, Brevard, NC 28712, USA

About the Event

Operation BUCKWHEAT

March 16, 2025 | Pisgah National Forest, NC, USA

Distance: 11 +/- miles

Weight: 20 lbs dry

Elevation: 2,525 +/- elevation gain

Brief Start Time: Sunday, March 16, 2025 at 0730 hrs

Event Start Time: Sunday, March 16, 2025 at 0800 hrs

Start Location: Coon Tree Picnic Area, NC

Event Finish Time: Sunday, March 16, 2025 at 1500 hrs

Finish Location: Coon Tree Picnic Area, NC

Situation

Operation BUCKWHEAT is an 11-mile ruck through the beautiful Pisgah National Forest, navigating well-trodden trails. This event serves as a great entry-level challenge for Green Beret Fitness candidates, offering a gentler introduction to rucking while still providing a test of endurance. Although one of our more approachable events, it remains challenging for those looking to race against the clock and push their limits.

Mission

Candidates must carry 20 lbs (dry weight) and complete the 11 +/- mile route in under 6 hours to pass and under 4.5 hours to earn the GBF Operation BUCKWHEAT Dog Tag.

Execution

Candidates will meet at the Coon Tree Picnic Area. At 0730 hours, GBF Staff will give an event brief before answering any questions and releasing the candidates to begin the route at 0800 hours.

Service Support

Mapping. GBF events use the AllTrails app for navigation. To download the route from AllTrails, you will need to sign up for a membership. GBF suggests candidates have a paper map, compass, and GPS too.

Route. Ensure you download the map for offline use. Cell service is not guaranteed. The route for Operation BUCKWHEAT is here.

Weight. Candidates must carry a minimum of 20 lbs dry (i.e. without food and water) in a backpack. Weight vests or sandbags are not permitted.

Equipment

Mandatory Equipment

Strongly Recommended

Dress. Candidates' dress will be a personal choice.

Checkpoints. There are no checkpoints on this route.

Water. There will be bottled water at the finish point. Candidates should carry enough water to last the route distance plus 3 additional miles, in case they get lost.

Rations. Candidates should have a minimum of 3 energy bars and 0.5 liters of water as emergency rations.

Medical. Every candidate requires a personal medical kit. GBF Staff must be made aware of any medical conditions before starting the event.

Transportation. Transport to and from the event will be at the candidate's arrangement.

Command and Signal. GBF HQ: 941-993-9432

The Fine Print

Numbers. Maximum number of candidates 30. Minimum number of candidates 10.

Refunds. Refunds will be in the form of a GBF voucher to use towards future events. Refunds must be requested 30 days before the event start date.

Event Changes. Slight changes to any event including, but not limited to route changes, brief times, start locations, and other details are under the discretion of GBF Staff.

Tickets

  • Operation BUCKWHEAT

    $85.00
    Tax: +$5.95 Tax

Total

$0.00

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