The replica liberty bell tolled as motorcycles road into The Highground ending their Fun Run Ride, which began at St. Croix Harley Davidson. Volunteers recited the Pledge of Allegiance and Miles Voss sang The National Anthem. Guests were welcomed by Volunteer General Manager Kirk Rodman. The Invocation was given by Fort McCoy Chaplain Tom Shepard.

In keeping with our promise made in 2003, the names of the Wisconsin soldiers killed in Iraq and Afghanistan were read. Visitors joined the talking circle and talked about their beloved veterans. The Fun Run riders were treated with lunch after the ceremony.