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Event Description

Calling all fitness enthusiasts, adventurers, and champions of our military heroes! TWO BLACK RAVENS FOUNDATION is excited to bring you the 2nd Annual OPERATION SISU – the fitness challenge where grit, endurance, and heart meet for an extraordinary cause. Are you ready to push your limits, test your mental toughness, and make a real impact for our wounded, injured, and ill military service members? Here's your chance to do just that!

What is OPERATION SISU?

OPERATION SISU is about more than just physical fitness – it’s about sisu – a Finnish word that embodies strength, determination, perseverance, and courage in the face of adversity. This challenge dares you to embrace that mindset while raising vital funds to support our military heroes on their road to recovery.

Whether you’re a seasoned athlete or just starting out, this month-long challenge has something for everyone! Choose your preferred workout, move 5 miles a day, and join a community driven by purpose. Work solo or form a team, and compete for a chance to win epic prizes!

Event Dates & Time:

📅 April 1 - April 30, 2025
🕛 Kicks off at 0001hrs on April 1 and runs until 2359hrs on April 30.

Location:

🏃‍♂️ ANYWHERE – Run, walk, ruck, bike, row, swim, or work out wherever you are!

Why Join OPERATION SISU?

1. Support Our Heroes:  Your participation goes beyond fitness – it makes a difference. All proceeds from OPERATION SISU directly fund programs for our veterans and service members, helping them on their healing journeys.

2. Month-Long Challenge:  This isn’t a one-day event. It’s 30 days of physical movement that will push your limits and build long-term habits. You’ll emerge stronger – physically and mentally – while honoring the sacrifices of our heroes.

3. Join a Global Community:  Connect with like-minded individuals across the globe! Share your progress, swap tips, and encourage each other as you take on the challenge together.

4. Tailored to Your Fitness Level:  Whether you run marathons or just bought your first pair of sneakers, you can customize this challenge to suit your fitness level. You can compete in either the Open Category or the Sprint Triathlon Category, both designed for various abilities.

5. Epic Prizes and Recognition: Not only will you have a chance to win prizes, but the pride of knowing you've supported an incredible cause is the ultimate reward!

How It Works:

Open Category:

1. Goal: 5 miles of focused daily activity for the month.
2. Activity Options: Run, walk, swim, row, bike, or any workout that gets you moving!
3. Team Up: Form teams of up to 6 members or fly solo. The team and individual with the most miles at the end of the month will be crowned champions!

Sprint Triathlon Category:

1. Daily Goal: 0.5-mile swim, 10-mile bike ride, 2.5-mile run – every day!
2. Team Size: SORRY…THIS ONE IS SOLO ONLY!

Compete with individuals across the globe for a chance at some amazing prizes and, most importantly, bragging rights!

Special Features:

Conversion Chart:

Not all miles are equal, so we've made it fair!

• 4 miles biking = 1 mile run
• 1 mile rowing = 1 mile run
• 0.2 miles swimming = 1 mile run
• 1 hour of workout = 1 mile run

Rest Day Purchase:

Life happens! Buy a rest day once a week for $10 (counts as 5 miles of running).

Prizes:

🏆 Top Team and Individual – In the Open Category, the team and individual with the most miles will take home the grand prize!  And in the Sprint Triathlon Category the individual with the most miles will take home the grand prize!
🎟️ Raffle Tickets – All participants get 1 raffle ticket, with the opportunity to buy more throughout the month in order to win additional prizes!

How to Get Involved:

1. Register:  Sign up for OPERATION SISU and select your category – you can only compete in one. Registration is $50, and your shirt is included! (Sign up by 01 March 2025 to guarantee your shirt size!)
   
   
2. Set Your Goals:  Chart your course to conquer the challenge! We provide fitness guidelines, but the journey is yours to personalize.
   
   
3. Track Your Progress:  Log your miles daily using our official tracking system and watch your progress stack up. Track the leaderboard to see where you stand!
   
   
4. Stay Connected:  Share your fitness journey on social media using the hashtag #OperationSISUChallenge. Be part of the global conversation!
   
   
5. Fundraise:  Every mile you complete can make a difference. Ask friends and family to pledge donations to support your effort – and help us reach our fundraising goals for our veterans.
   
   
6. Embrace SISU:  Each day will test your limits – mentally and physically. But remember, you’re doing it for a greater purpose, and your resilience will inspire others. Let’s embody the spirit of SISU together!
   
   

Registration Details:

💸 Cost: $50 per participant
👕 Guaranteed Shirt Deadline: 01 March 2025
Late registrants may not receive a shirt or their preferred size.

Mark Your Calendars & Lace Up Your Sneakers!

Don’t miss your chance to participate in this life-changing challenge! OPERATION SISU isn’t just about fitness – it’s about coming together, showing grit, and supporting those who’ve sacrificed so much for our freedom.

Together, we can make a meaningful impact – one mile at a time. Are you ready to embrace the challenge and join the movement? Let’s get moving for a cause!

DISCLAIMER: BY PROCEEDING FORWARD WITH PURCHASING TICKETS I UNDERSTAND AND ACKNOWLEDGE THAT I AM VOLUNTARILY PARTICIPATING IN THE AFOREMENTIONED ACTIVITY AND I AM PARTICIPATING IN THE ACTIVITY ENTIRELY AT MY OWN RISK.  I AM AWARE OF THE RISKS ASSOCIATED WITH TRAVELING TO AND FROM AS WELL AS PARTICIPATING IN THIS ACTIVITY, WHICH MAY INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO, PHYSICAL OR PSYCHOLOGICAL INJURY, PAIN, SUFFERING, ILLNESS, DISFIGUREMENT, TEMPORARY OR PERMANENT DISABILITY, ECONOMIC OR EMOTIONAL LOSS, AND DEATH.  I UNDERSTAND THAT THESE INJURIES OR OUTCOMES MAY ARISE FROM MY OWN OR OTHERS NEGLIGENCE, I ASSUME ALL RELATED RISKS, BOTH KNOWN OR UNKNOWN TO ME, OF MY PARTICIPATION IN THIS ACTIVITY, INCLUDING TRAVEL TO FROM AND DURING THIS ACTIVITY.  I ALSO FULLY UNDERSTAND THERE ARE NO REFUNDS FROM THIS VIRTUAL EVENT.  ALL SALES ARE FINAL.