{"id":24875,"date":"2022-08-29T06:00:53","date_gmt":"2022-08-29T10:00:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/?p=24875"},"modified":"2022-08-29T13:34:22","modified_gmt":"2022-08-29T17:34:22","slug":"disney-world-ruck-march-how-the-military-prepared-you-for-disney","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/planning\/disney-world-ruck-march-how-the-military-prepared-you-for-disney\/","title":{"rendered":"Disney World Ruck March: How the Military Prepared You for Disney"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"In_addition_to_being_a_magical_time_a_Disney_World_vacation_is_also_a_lot_of_walking_organization_scheduling_and_preparation\"><\/span>In addition to being a magical time, a Disney World vacation is also a lot of walking, organization, scheduling, and preparation.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<div id=\"attachment_24884\" style=\"width: 810px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-24884\" class=\"wp-image-24884 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Disney-World-March.jpg\" alt=\"Disney World Ruck March: How the Military Prepared You for Disney\" width=\"800\" height=\"532\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Disney-World-March.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Disney-World-March-600x399.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Disney-World-March-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Disney-World-March-768x511.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-24884\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">82nd Airborne Division commemorating its centennial year at WDW (C) Disney<\/p><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-light-blue ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/planning\/disney-world-ruck-march-how-the-military-prepared-you-for-disney\/#In_addition_to_being_a_magical_time_a_Disney_World_vacation_is_also_a_lot_of_walking_organization_scheduling_and_preparation\" >In addition to being a magical time, a Disney World vacation is also a lot of walking, organization, scheduling, and preparation.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/planning\/disney-world-ruck-march-how-the-military-prepared-you-for-disney\/#From_Combat_Boots_to_Sneakers\" >From Combat Boots to Sneakers<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/planning\/disney-world-ruck-march-how-the-military-prepared-you-for-disney\/#Disney_World_Rucksack_AKA_Backpack\" >Disney World Rucksack (A.K.A. Backpack)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/planning\/disney-world-ruck-march-how-the-military-prepared-you-for-disney\/#Hurry_Up_and_Wait\" >Hurry Up and Wait<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/planning\/disney-world-ruck-march-how-the-military-prepared-you-for-disney\/#16_Klicks\" >16 Klicks<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/planning\/disney-world-ruck-march-how-the-military-prepared-you-for-disney\/#Also_See\" >Also See<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>Whether it\u2019s the Army, Marines, Air Force, Navy, Coast Guard, or even Space Force, you are trained for missions, operations, and war. Well, as it turns out, you are also well trained for a vacation in Walt Disney World.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"From_Combat_Boots_to_Sneakers\"><\/span>From Combat Boots to Sneakers<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>First things first, just like Lt. Dan said, \u201cYou gotta take care of your feet\u201d. Be sure to choose comfortable, well broken-in shoes. If you are visiting during <a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/hurricanes-and-thunderstorms-at-walt-disney-world-and-shades-of-green\/\">hurricane season<\/a> (June &#8211; October), be sure to think about rain. Common choices are <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3dhqFHY\">sneakers<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3vUzQ7E\">Birkenstocks<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3QAS1qK\">Crocs<\/a>. It\u2019s even a good idea to bring a couple different shoes so you can switch it up day to day or in case your shoes get soaked by the summer afternoon downpours. Your footwear has a job at Walt Disney World. It doesn\u2019t have to be a fashion statement.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Disney_World_Rucksack_AKA_Backpack\"><\/span>Disney World Rucksack (A.K.A. Backpack)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<div id=\"attachment_24274\" style=\"width: 610px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-24274\" class=\"size-full wp-image-24274\" src=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Steve-Bell-Bio.jpg\" alt=\"Steve Bell - Founder\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Steve-Bell-Bio.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Steve-Bell-Bio-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Steve-Bell-Bio-100x100.jpg 100w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Steve-Bell-Bio-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-24274\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Steve&#8217;s Got his Backpack!<\/p><\/div>\n<p>First item to need to carry <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3QhR2fp\">in your ruck<\/a> shouldn\u2019t be a surprise\u2026 <strong>WATER.<\/strong> Hydrate, hydrate, hydrate. It\u2019s hotter than the devil\u2019s front porch in Florida so you should carry lots of water. Of course you have other options like buying water in the parks (umm, no. It\u2019s $3.50 a bottle), <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3p87L91\">bring in a water bottle<\/a> to refill at the fountains, or get free ice water at the Quick Service locations.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Snacks. <\/strong>No one wants to get hangry on vacation. We always recommend Disney snacks over a basic bag of <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3A9fOZE\">pretzels<\/a>, but you never know when that hangry monster is going to appear and you don\u2019t want to be caught in a long line without sustenance if it does.<\/p>\n<p>Remember Lt. Dan. Extra <strong>socks<\/strong> are a great idea if you choose to wear sneakers to the parks. If your feet get soaked, changing your <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3doPnpG\">socks<\/a> can make a huge difference.<\/p>\n<p>Speaking of rain. <strong>Ponchos<\/strong>, my friend. Sure, you can always buy Disney ponchos in the park and they come with a cute little Mickey picture on them, but did you know that they are $12?!?! That\u2019s insane. Walmart sells individual packaged ones for $1 each. Or check out the selection on Amazon. Use them and toss them. Perfect.<\/p>\n<p><em>MDT Tip: Have some of these items <a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/planning\/shipping-items-to-your-walt-disney-world-resort-hotel\/\">delivered<\/a> either ahead or after arrival.<\/em><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Hurry_Up_and_Wait\"><\/span>Hurry Up and Wait<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>You know what we\u2019re talking about. Rush, rush, rush, only to show up and wait a while. Walt Disney World has its share of that, too. Walt Disney World is filled with great shows, parades and various entertainment for you to organize your day around. There are some decisions to make when planning your day. If a show is a high priority, are you going to get there early to wait so you get a great seat? Or are you going to ride rides until the last minute and hope to get in?<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-18962\" src=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Epcot-Food-and-Wine-Crowds.jpg\" alt=\"My Tips for Touring Disney's Parks\" width=\"800\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Epcot-Food-and-Wine-Crowds.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Epcot-Food-and-Wine-Crowds-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Epcot-Food-and-Wine-Crowds-100x100.jpg 100w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Epcot-Food-and-Wine-Crowds-600x600.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Epcot-Food-and-Wine-Crowds-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Epcot-Food-and-Wine-Crowds-768x768.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>If neither of those scenarios appeal, you should look into Genie+. Genie+ is a service that Disney offers to skip the lines with scheduled Lightning Lanes. The service costs a flat fee of $15 per person per day. With this service you can secure a Lightning Lane for that show that is so important so you can guarantee a seat, so now you don\u2019t have to hurry up and wait.<\/p>\n<p>Are parades a priority? There\u2019s a Lightning Lane for that, too, so you can guarantee a great spot for that, too!<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/disney-genie-and-genie-service\/\">Learn more about Genie+<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"16_Klicks\"><\/span>16 Klicks<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The number one aspect that the military prepared for in Walt Disney World\u2026 The walking. And you will walk. And walk. And walk some more\u2026 The average Walt Disney World guest will walk around 10 miles per day!<\/p>\n<p>Trade your uniform for a Disney shirt, replace the cadence with Zip-A-Dee-Doo-Dah, and get ready to march, I mean walk on down Main Street, U.S.A.!<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-22570\" src=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Main-Street-USA.jpg\" alt=\"The Magic Kingdom - Main Street USA\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Main-Street-USA.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Main-Street-USA-600x450.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Main-Street-USA-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Main-Street-USA-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Also_See\"><\/span>Also See<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Check out our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/disney-military-discounts\/the-military-familys-walt-disney-world-comprehensive-vacation-planning-and-preparation-guide\/\">Ultimate Disney Planning Post for Military Families<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Related Posts:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/patriotic-disney\/veterans-can-participate-in-disneys-magic-kingdom-flag-retreat\/\">Veterans Can Participate In Disney&#8217;s Magic Kingdom Flag Retreat<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/walt-disney-world\/walt-disney-world-flag-retreat-ceremony\/\">Walt Disney World Flag Retreat Ceremony<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/special\/walt-disney-worlds-retreat-ceremony-continues\/\">Walt Disney World&#8217;s Retreat Ceremony Continues through 2020<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/disneyland\/disneylands-flag-retreat-ceremony\/\">Disneyland\u2019s Flag Retreat Ceremony<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/special\/u-s-navy-blue-angels-scheduled-for-epcot-fly-over\/\">U.S. Navy Blue Angels Scheduled for Epcot Fly Over<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Comments, Questions, be sure to leave them in the Comment Section Below!<\/b><\/p>\n\n<div id=\"milit-134188430\" class=\"milit-after-content milit-entity-placement\"><br>\r\n<div align=\"center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.paypal.com\/ncp\/payment\/4V6YWP2M2DNAU\">Send Steve a Tip<\/a><\/div><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In addition to being a magical time, a Disney World vacation is also a lot of walking, organization, scheduling, and preparation. 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