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From Fort McCoy
Fort McCoy Commemorative Area open June 7, 21 and 15 to walk-in visitors
The Fort McCoy Commemorative Area will be open for walk-in visitors from noon to 4 p.m. June 7 and 21 and 9
a.m. to 3 p.m. June 15. Members of the public are welcome.
The Commemorative Area consists of the Equipment Park, five World War II-era buildings with historical
displays, the History Center, and Veterans Memorial Plaza. The History Center and World War II-era buildings
contain artifacts dating from Fort McCoy’s inception in 1909 up to present day.
On Fridays, members of the public must present valid photo IDs at the Visitor Control Center to get a visitor’s
pass. For information on visitors’ passes, call the Visitor Control Center at 608-388-4988. On Saturdays, visitors
may proceed directly to the temporary main gate, which is marked by electronic signs.
Groups of 15 or more may schedule tours from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday. For more informa-
tion, call the Public Affairs Office at 608-388-240
Army Mud Assault Run at Fort McCoy scheduled for June 8
The Fort McCoy Army Mud Assault Run is scheduled for June 8 at Whitetail Ridge Ski Area.
The Fort McCoy Mud Assault race is 3 miles in length and features more than 25 obstacles and mud pits. The
Mud Assault is challenging for both amateurs and skilled athletes. Heats begin at 11 a.m. A 1 mile children’s race
will be held at 10 a.m. for ages 12 and under.
After the race, food, beverages and entertainment will be available. This event is open to the public the race start
and finish are both at Whitetail Ridge Ski Area located in the Pine View Recreation Area on highway 21 near Fort
McCoy.
Early registration costs $30 for military members, Department of Defense civilians, and family members; $35 for
the general public and $10 for children. Team prices (10 individuals) is $240 for military/DoD and $280 for the
general public.
The first 300 adults to register will receive an event t-shirt.
Register online at https://webtrac.mwr.army.mil/webtrac103/wbwsc/mccoyrectrac.wsc/wbsearch.html %20?wb-
si=&xxmod=tk&xxkeyword=mud.
Prices will increase May 28, so register early for the best price.
For more information, call 608-388-3517 or visit www.mccoy.armymwr.com
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