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Past event · September 2026
OPERATION CAROLINA 2026
In September 2026, Operation WarriorFit founder Jonathan Milkovich set out to run from Murphy to Manteo, mountains to the Outer Banks, to raise awareness for veteran, service member, and first responder mental health.
The full run was not completed. We intend to try again.
No purchase necessary to enter or win
WIN A NORDICTRACK COMMERCIAL 2450
Our partners at NordicTrack + iFIT put a $2,900 incline trainer behind the mission, and one supporter takes the machine home. Donate to Operation Carolina to enter, or enter free by mail — every entry has equal odds.
Entries close October 7, 2026 at 5:00 PM ET.
THE PLANNED ROUTE
The 17-day route as it was planned, from the mountains to the sea. It shows the plan, not how far the run got.
Tap a day on the map for its planned leg, or download the planned route:
Murphy, NC
Planned start: September 21
Manteo, NC
Planned finish: October 7
Thank You
THE PARTNERS WHO BACKED THE RUN
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Veterans, service members, and first responders race free or at a discount.
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Veterans Crisis Line: Call 988 and Press 1, or text 838255
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