BENCHMARK Signature Events you can join

Chuck Wilson Memorial Backpack

31st Annual Chuck Wilson Memorial Backpack

October 2 – 5, 2025 (Thursday – Sunday)

This hike may ‘kick your butt’ with big miles over multiple days creating even bigger memories. This monumental Appalachian Trail trip makes a monumental impact by raising funds for BENCHMARK’s Chaplains Partnership Initiative, which encourages Chaplains and serves Soldiers. You will make memories that you won’t soon forget.

Appalachian Trail Outreach

Appalachian Trail Outreach

March 19 – 22, 2026 (Thursday – Sunday)

During the spring each year an average of 15 people per day begin the 2193 mile, 6-month journey, to hike the Appalachian Trail. Beginning at Springer Mountain in north Georgia and ending in Maine, 15% of those who start quit their first week or in the first 30 miles.