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Operation Obstacle Obstacle Course Race to End Veteran Suicide In Coordination with the U.S. Each day, 17 of our nation's Veterans die by suicide. Please select your size.

Department of Veteran's Affairs Suicide Prevention Team, Richland Community College presents the 3rd Annual Operation Obstacle - The Race to End Veteran Suicide. Join us for a timed, 2-mile obstacle course race to raise awareness of Veteran suicide. The course is mostly flat and will have between 15-20 obstacles. A few of the obstacles involve carrying & pulling objects a short distance, army net crawls, and climbing over, under, and through obstacles. There will also be a Fire Truck hose down at the finish line. All participants get a finishers challenge coin, goodie bag and there will be recognition and trophies for the top 3 Male & Female Finishers. Proceeds will support Richland Community College's Student Veteran's Resource Center. (New) Non-Competitive Fun Run: This year we'll also have a Non-Competitive Fun Run for participants that would like to jog or walk the course and skip some or all of the obstacles. (New) This year we're saluting our troops serving outside of the USA with red t-shirts that symbolize to Return Everyone Deployed. Operation Obstacle T-Shirts are available for $25 each during registration. Registration: The registration is online only through the Race Roster link below and will be cut off at 9:30 am on race day. You must be 18 years of age to participate. Help us promote the race on social media and earn 5% on every registration fee for each of your referred registrants, using your own unique Race Roster link. More info on the promoter link on the left sidebar. YOU CAN ALSO SUPPORT THIS EVENT BY MAKING A DONATION, VOLUNTEERING & SPONSORING AN OBSTACLE. Race Information & Registration: https://raceroster.com/events/2023/73812/operation-obstacle-2023

Operation Obstacle 2026 photo album #4
09/25/2026

Operation Obstacle 2026 photo album #4

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Operation Obstacle 2026 Album #3

Check out the awesomeness & action at Operation Obstacle 2026! This is the first batch of photos. More to come in future...
09/25/2026

Check out the awesomeness & action at Operation Obstacle 2026! This is the first batch of photos. More to come in future posts.

09/25/2026

Another successful year at Operation Obstacle 2026! A special thanks to the participants for braving the rain to support our veterans and coming across the finish line confidently and proudly! Also, another special thanks to all of our volunteers, community partners, and the Illiana VA Health Care team, who help make this event possible. Without you, we couldn't do it. Scott Broyles, the race director, will be posting photos from the race soon.

🇺🇸 Operation Obstacle: Race to End Veteran Su***de is TOMORROW! 🇺🇸The weather looks perfect, with temperatures in the 70...
09/18/2026

🇺🇸 Operation Obstacle: Race to End Veteran Su***de is TOMORROW! 🇺🇸

The weather looks perfect, with temperatures in the 70s on Saturday morning!☀️ Come out and be part of a great cause supporting our veterans!

🏃 Participate • Volunteer • Donate
👨‍👩‍👧 Kids’ activities
🇺🇸 Honorary Veterans Service before the race
🏁 Race starts at 10:00 AM
🏆 Awards for the top 3 male & female finishers!

Registration remains open until 9:30 AM Saturday morning. Bring your family, bring a friend, and help us show our veterans how much their service means to our community!

👉 Register today:
[Operation Obstacle Registration](https://raceroster.com/events/2026/118149/operation-obstacle-2026?utm_source=chatgpt.com)

Let’s come together, honor our veterans, and help end veteran su***de! 🇺🇸❤️

Join the RCC Fitness Center’s FREE Running Program and take your fitness to the next level! Meet every Friday from 7:00–8:00 AM and train with Coach Marshall Petty, an experienced collegiate coach who will motivate and guide you every step of the way.

Designed for beginner to intermediate runners, this program builds endurance, improves health, and creates a supportive community to help you stay consistent and reach your goals. Enjoy outdoor runs on safe campus routes, with indoor options available when needed.

Get moving, stay motivated, and prepare for the Operation Obstacle race—your progress starts here!

For more details, Contact: Scott Broyles, RCC Fitness Center Director: 217-433-0374

Had a great radio interview this morning with Brian Byers about Operation Obstacle! Check it out for all the great thing...
09/18/2026

Had a great radio interview this morning with Brian Byers about Operation Obstacle! Check it out for all the great things that we have going on the day of the race! Only two more days to sign up and be part of this great cause to support Veterans!

September 17, 2026 - Scott Broyles joined Byers & Co to talk about their annual Operation Obstacle race event in coordination with the U.S. Department of Veteran’s Affairs Su***de Prevention Team and Richland Community College where proceeds will support Richland’s Veterans Resource Center (VRC)...

🇺🇸 Only a few days left to register for Operation Obstacle: The Race to End Veteran Su***de this Saturday, 09/19/26.Come...
09/16/2026

🇺🇸 Only a few days left to register for Operation Obstacle: The Race to End Veteran Su***de this Saturday, 09/19/26.

Come out, get active, and show your support for the men and women who have served our country. Whether you participate, volunteer, or donate, your support helps make a difference for our veterans.

🏃Finish strong and get refreshed with a gentle wave of water from a firehose at the finish line! 💦

We’ll also honor our first responders, celebrate America’s 250th, and recognize Thank a Police Officer Day.

🇺🇸 Honor. Support. Serve. Join us and help make Operation Obstacle a powerful day of community, remembrance, and support for our veterans.

Register, volunteer, or donate today—and bring a friend!
https://raceroster.com/events/2026/118149/operation-obstacle-2026/volunteer

Operation Obstacle: Race to End Veteran Su***de is This Saturday!Join us on Saturday, September 19, 2026, as we come tog...
09/15/2026

Operation Obstacle: Race to End Veteran Su***de is This Saturday!

Join us on Saturday, September 19, 2026, as we come together to honor our veterans, support veteran su***de prevention, and show our veterans that they are never alone.

Whether you’re ready to take on the Operation Obstacle course or want to support the event as a volunteer, your participation makes a difference. Every person who registers, volunteers, or helps spread the word strengthens our community’s commitment to supporting those who have served our country.

🏃 Register today and be part of the mission!

We also need volunteers to help with:

Thursday, 09/17 – Race setup
Friday, 09/18 – Race setup
Saturday, 09/19 – Race-day tear down

Your time, energy, and support can help make this event a success and help us send a powerful message of hope, support, and appreciation to our veterans.

👉 Register to participate or volunteer today:
https://raceroster.com/events/2026/118149/operation-obstacle-2026

Volunteers. Please also sign up on SignUpGenius: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70A0F4FACAF22AAFB6-operation #/

Together, we can honor those who served, support those who are struggling, and help end veteran su***de.

Get your team together to join Operation Obstacle on 09/19/26. This is a great obstacle course race for Crossfitters, and those who want a challenge in both strength & endurance! Represent your workout facility and finish with your fitness friends!

https://raceroster.com/events/2026/118149/operation-obstacle-2026

FEEL THE EXHILARATING EXPERIENCE OF HELPING VETERANS OVERCOME OBSTACLES ON SAT 09/19/26. "TODAY" IS THE LAST DAY TO GET ...
09/13/2026

FEEL THE EXHILARATING EXPERIENCE OF HELPING VETERANS OVERCOME OBSTACLES ON SAT 09/19/26. "TODAY" IS THE LAST DAY TO GET AN EVENT T-SHIRT. THIS YEAR'S SHIRT WILL HAVE AN AMERICA 250 LOGO TO CELEBRATE FREEDOM & LIBERTY, THANKS TO OUR VETERANS.

PARTICIPATE, VOLUNTEER, DONATE, HONOR VETERANS!

https://raceroster.com/events/2026/118149/operation-obstacle-2026

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