5th Annual Chesapeake
Bataan Death March Memorial Walk
April 23rd 2016 at the Dismal Swamp Trail, Chesapeake
Help commemorate the 74th Anniversary of the Bataan Death March of World
War II by participating in the Annual Memorial March which honors the 90,000
US and Filipino Servicemen who suffered and endured one of the most
harrowing events in history.
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The event is open – and free – to all
Three events (see back page for details)
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16.6 Mile March: last check-in at 06:45, start walk at 07:00 am to NC border & back
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5 Mile March: last check-in at 10:15, start at 10:30 am
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1 Mile Family Walk: last check-in at 11:15, start at 11:30 am
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12:00 - Closing ceremony honoring all veterans
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Register on-line at walkchesapeake.wix.com/chesapeakebataan , [email protected] or on
facebook @ Bataan Death March. T-shirts and other memorabilia is also available.
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VFW Post 2894 will sell hot dogs and drinks.
Rules and Safety Tips
Rules
All participants must be physically fit and wear good
footgear and sensible clothing.
No child under 18 is allowed to participate without a
parent
Respect other people on the trail - keep to the sides so
bicycles and runners may pass
Register NLT 15 minutes prior to an event for safety
accountability
Be safe always!
EVENTS
Register on-line at [email protected] or on
site prior to your event, just send an email with names
and intended event
LONG MARCH- 16.6 miles
Participants can walk individually or in teams, teams
are encouraged.
Military can march individually or in a group, field utility
uniform boots and ruck sacks with no more than 45 lbs
can be worn for this march.
ROTC and JROTC units are eligible for prizes.
Children under 18 are not recommended for this march.
MID MARCH – 5 Miles
Participants can walk individually or as a team
FAMILY MARCH – 1 mile
Anyone can partake in this event. Strollers, carriages,
wagons, etc., are allowed.
Safety Tips
Drink plenty of liquids - BOTH WATER AND SPORTS DRINKS. Do not drink only
water. Water will be available at the water points. If you march and sweat for a long
time and drink only water, you can dilute your body's electrolytes, which can lead to
weakness, nausea and confusion. Remember, by the time you are thirsty, it's too
late!
There are four water points along the route - make sure you drink plenty of liquids.
The greatest danger to walkers is dehydration because of the humid climate. DO
NOT drink alcoholic beverages the night prior to the march.
We encourage you to alternate between water and sports drink that will be available
at water points.
Listen to your body! See a medic if you are not feeling well.
Listen to your feet! Take care of hot spots before they turn into nasty blisters.
Use sunscreen. Sunburn can occur within 10-to-15 minutes.
Watch your step. Beware of rough terrain.
Be respectful of wildlife along the route.
If you see a marcher who needs aid, help them. Report injured or ill marchers to
walk officials.
Anyone who becomes injured should remain on the route until medical attention
arrives from the nearest water point to avoid further injury. Anyone who witnesses
an unsafe act or an injured marcher will immediately report the situation to the
nearest water point or roving patrol.
"Keeping your feet clean and dry throughout the march will help avoid
blisters. Change sweaty socks during the walk and consider using a quality foot
powder or even antiperspirant on your feet to help control sweating. Above all,
don't try anything new (e.g., new shoes, new type of socks, new insoles or flexible
orthotics) on the day of the march. If you have not trained with it, do not use it.
"Good pace, common sense and proactive hydration will help ensure that your
participation in the Bataan Memorial Death March will be a safe and memorable
experience."