Fort Detrick Danish Flyver March, hosted by the Theater Signal Brigade

Event Date: Friday, August 28th, 2026
Event Address: 1435 Porter St. Ft. Detrick, MD 21702 (21st Theater Signal Brigade Parking Lot)

Event Description: 
Welcome to the 2026 Royal Danish Air Force March also known as the "Danish Flyver March"! This event is part of an international tradition honoring the service and camaraderie of military and service civilian (DoD) participants. The march is open to all, regardless of military status, and is designed to foster physical fitness, teamwork, and international friendship. Upon successful completion, all finishers will receive an official certificate. Participants also have the option to purchase commemorative items as keepsakes of their achievement.

Requirements:

- Conduct the march on the same day (this year will be the 28th of August)
- Conduct the march in your duty uniform (OCPs/service uniform. Service civilian (DoD) participants will wear an OCP-equivalent uniform including long pants and a long sleeve shirt with hiking boots)
- Carry a ruck sack with a minimum dry weight of 10 kg / 23 lbs.
- Complete a 20-kilometer (12.4 miles) course (there is no time limit for this event)
- This event is non-refundable. Please plan accordingly prior to registration and signup.

THIS IS A VOLUNTARY EVENT. THIS IS NOT A FUNDRAISER EVENT AND THERE ARE NO SPONSORS.

THIS EVENT REQUIRES IN-PERSON PARTICIPATION AT FT. DETRICK TO RECEIVE CREDIT AFTER REGISTERING.