Palm Coast, FL – September 2, 2025– The community and media are invited to the 5th Annual 9/11 Memorial Tribute Climb on Thursday, September 11, 2025 at Hammock Beach Golf Resort & Spa. This year’s event is a two-part tribute—a moving ceremony at 8:15 AM, followed by the climb at 8:46 AM—ensuring everyone can participate in remembrance, whether or not they choose to climb.
The ceremony is open to all and will include:
· Welcome remarks by Lacy Martin
· A powerful performance by the Palm Coast Fire Department Pipes & Drums
· Color Guard presentation of colors by Matanzas High School JROTC
· National Anthem by Flagler Schools – Althia Thompson
· Remarks by Flagler Schools Teacher of the Year Brandy Anderson
· Speech by Indian Trails Middle School Student Valentina Mondragon Paredes
· Reflections from Flagler County Fire Chief Michael Tucker and Flagler Sheriff Deputy Chief Joseph Barile
· A patriotic display of first responder vehicles including: Flagler County Fire Rescue, Palm Coast Fire Department, Flagler County Sheriff’s office, East Flagler Mosquito Control Helicopter, Flagler County FireFlight and UF Health TraumaOne
At 8:46 AM, sirens will sound as the climb begins. More than 250 climbers will ascend the equivalent of 110 flights of stairs in honor of the lives lost on September 11, 2001. Each climber will carry a poker chip inscribed with the name of a fallen first responder—one of the 343 firefighters or 72 law enforcement officers—ensuring every hero is remembered.
Community members are encouraged to attend in whichever way feels most meaningful:
· Join the ceremony at 8:15 AM and depart when the climb begins, or
· Stay and witness the powerful moment as climbers embark on their journey of remembrance.
“This is a two-part event,” said Lacy Martin, event founder. “You don’t have to climb to participate. Whether you stand in honor at the ceremony or watch the climbers rise in tribute, your presence helps us keep the promise to never forget and ensure our younger generation understands the depth of this event in history.”
Event Details:
Date: Thursday, September 11, 2025 Location: Hammock Beach Golf Resort & Spa, 200 Ocean Crest Dr., Palm Coast, FL Ceremony Begins: 8:15 AM | Climb Begins: 8:46 AM
www.911memorialclimb.com for more information and list of all sponsors who made this event possible.
