Welcome to Motsay Warrior Trek 2025

At the Motsay Warrior Trek 2025, we are dedicated to raising awareness for Military Mental Health through our fitness event on October 18th at the University of Maine!

Background

Due to the loss of a beloved and respected Marine Officer Instructor, Captain Kenneth Motsay, we will raise awareness about the suicide epidemic in the military to include veterans, active duty members, and military families. We will be participating in an event that will consist of a hike around the University of Maine bike trails in set teams from mid-morning to evening (0900-1730) on 18 OCT 2025.
We will collect a certain amount of donations per mile for each person hiking, running, or rucking this event. Or a flat donation for each team is also much appreciated. These contributions will be collected and given to the Summit Project and towards the Motsay Scholarship fund.

At 5PM at the Navy ROTC house on the University of Maine Campus, we will end the event by having a BBQ and a ceremony to honor Captain Kenneth Motsay.

If you are unable to participate in this event but still wish to help you can donate today with Venmo @UMaineNROTCRecfund76. Please comment your donation with MWT or a running emoji!

Information

The course is a two-mile loop
Each loop completed will be recorded by staff
The course can be completed by walking, running, or rucking
The more loops completed, the more points earned
There will also be a strength competition during the event
Points can also be earned during the strength competition which consists of a bench press and pull-up competition
A barbecue and fire will take place after the event at 5:00 PM

Points

1 loop ran/walked = 5 points

1 loop rucked = 12 points

1st place Bench/Pull-up = 30 points

2nd place Bench/Pull-up = 20 points

3rd place Bench/Pull-up = 10 points

Note

The event officially starts at 9:00 am but plan to get there at 8:30 am to ensure everyone in your team is registered and has completed the safety training!

Where To Go

As you can see above the HQ will be located on Hilltop Farm Road, it is located in the North-East corner of the New Balance Rec Center parking lot.

What To Bring

You should bring water, funds for a raffle, and some good shoes!

Prizes

At the end of the day all the points will be totaled up and the top 3 teams who scored the most points will receive a victory basket!

About us

Motsay Warrior Trek 2025 is a passion project founded in Orono, Maine, with the mission of promoting Military Mental Health Awareness and honoring the legacy of Captain Motsay through fitness!

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the goal of Motsay Warrior Trek 2025?

Our goal is to raise awareness for Military Mental Health and honor the legacy of Captain Motsay.

How can I get involved in your events?

You can get involved by signing up for the fitness event with the link above or donating if you do not want to participate. Or just spread the word!

Is there a cost to participate in your programs?

No! there is no cost needed at all to participate in the fitness event. More participation is always welcome even if a donation is not possible.