Carrying the torch
National Police Week activities at Hill AFB included the official launch of the Special Olympics Torch Run in Utah on May 14 with several local law enforcement agencies participating.
.jpg "Right, participants celebrate their completion of the run as they hold up the torch. (Alex R. Lloyd/U.S. Air Force)")
.jpg "Local law enforcement reps run pass the Warrior Fitness Center with the Special Olympics Torch May 14. (Alex R. Lloyd/U.S. Air Force)")
.jpg "Master Sgt. Daniel Bosche, 75th Security Forces Squadron (center left) runs with his
wife and son in the Special Olympics Torch Run on base. (Alex R. Lloyd/U.S. Air Force)")
Physical fitness rodeo, memorial
In the spirit of remembering and honoring the efforts of security forces efforts, activities for National Police Week, will continue through Friday. Thursday, May 16, a Police Week Endurance Fitness Challenge will be held at the Warrior Fitness Center Track Parking Lot at 9 a.m. Four person teams will compete various tasks, in an Air Force Rodeo. There will be a High Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicle pull, a tug of war and various team challenges.
National Police Week at Hill May 13-17 to include golf tourney, torch run
Hill Air Force Base National Police week will see a myriad of events, with 75th Security Forces Squadron as host:
Monday, May 13
Police Week Golf Tournament at Hubbard Memorial Golf Course, Shotgun start at 8 a.m., $65 perperson, four person teams, best ball.
Entry fee includes cart, green fees, breakfast, lunch and entry for prizes.
Last year 20 teams participatedwith proceeds going to Utah Fallen OfficersFund
For more information contact Master Sgt.
Police Week starts with candlelight vigil May 13
In 1962, President John F. Kennedy signed a proclamation declaring May 15 as Peace Officers Memorial Day. The practice has evolved since then and President Barack Obama declared a week in May as National Police Week in accordance with this longstanding tradition. The national theme“In Memory of Many, in Honor of All” is being used throughout the country as state, local, tribal and military organizations coordinate local activities.
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