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Walk of Honor – March 28

Walk of Honor – March 28


Honoring Those We Lost — Walking for Those Still Fighting


On March 28, a powerful act of remembrance and support will take place across Kent County, Delaware. Veterans, families, and community members will gather for the

Walk for Vets – Walk of Honor, beginning at 0800 at the Little Creek Fire Department and concluding at the Marydel Fire Department in Maryland.

This walk is not just about miles—it is about memory, awareness, and solidarity.





Participants will walk in honor of the veterans who lost their lives to the silent wounds of war, including:

  • Trey Ring

  • Nick Acord Jr.

  • Bob Snapp

  • Eric Olson

  • Chuck Bone


And countless other brothers and sisters who fought battles long after returning home.


The Silent Battles Veterans Continue to Fight


Even when the war ends, the battles often continue. Many veterans return home carrying invisible wounds that can affect every aspect of life. The mission of WalkforVets.org is to raise awareness of the serious issues facing our service members and veterans, including:

  • Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

  • Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)

  • Military Sexual Trauma (MST)

  • Depression and anxiety

  • Addiction

  • Homelessness

  • Suicide among veterans


Statistics show the seriousness of these challenges:

  • More than 20 veterans die by suicide every day

  • 11–20% of Iraq and Afghanistan veterans suffer from PTSD

  • Over 80% of veterans have experienced at least one traumatic brain injury

  • 37,000+ veterans experience homelessness


These numbers are not just statistics—they represent real people, families, and communities affected by loss and struggle.


A Mission Born From One Walk


WalkforVets.org began as the Buddy Watch Walk in 2019, when founder John Ring began a journey to raise awareness for veteran mental health. What started as one man's mission quickly became a national movement.


Since then, participants have:

  • Walked over 6,600 miles

  • Traveled across 36 states

  • Organized awareness walks across the country

  • Connected veterans with resources and support networks


In 2023–2024, the organization completed an extraordinary cross-country walk from Key West, Florida to San Diego, California, honoring veterans and raising awareness nationwide.


But the mission became even more personal in January 2026, when Trey Robert Ring, son of founder John Ring and a U.S. Army veteran who deployed to Iraq, tragically lost his battle with the invisible wounds of war.


The Walk of Honor on March 28 carries forward that mission in Trey’s memory and in memory of every veteran who struggled in silence.


A Walk That Unites Communities


The Walk of Honor invites everyone to participate—veterans, families, supporters, and community members.


Event details:

Date: March 28

Start Time: 0800

Starting Location: Little Creek Fire Department – Little Creek, Delaware

Ending Location: Marydel Fire Department – Marydel, Maryland


The route travels across Kent County and through Dover, symbolizing the shared responsibility communities have in supporting those who served.


For those concerned about the distance, support vehicles will be available along Route 8, allowing participants to rest or stop if needed.


Parking will be available behind the Little Creek Fire Department before the walk begins.


Bridging the Gap Between Civilians and Veterans


The mission behind Walk for Vets is simple but powerful: bridge the gap between civilian life and the veteran experience.


Many veterans return home feeling isolated or misunderstood. Awareness events like this remind them that their communities care—and that they are not alone in their fight.


As one message shared by the organization reminds us:

“In your darkest hour, when the demons come, call on me brother or sister, and we will fight them together.”

Every Step Matters


Whether someone walks the entire route or just joins for part of the journey, every step taken on March 28 carries meaning.

Each step represents:

  • remembrance of those lost

  • support for veterans still struggling

  • commitment to ending the stigma around mental health

  • hope for healing and community


As the Walk for Vets movement reminds us:

“Home of the free, because of the brave.”


How You Can Help

You can support the mission in several ways:

  • Join the walk on March 28

  • Share the event to raise awareness

  • Support veterans and their families

  • Connect veterans to resources if they need help

To learn more, visit:https://WalkForVets.org


A Final Thought

Our obligations to those who served do not end when the war does. The sacrifices made by veterans continue long after they return home.


Events like the Walk of Honor remind us that supporting veterans is not a single moment—it is an ongoing responsibility.


On March 28, Kent County will walk together to honor the fallen, support the living, and remind every veteran:


You are not forgotten.

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