Months before thrill-seeking snowboarders and skiers take to Burnsville, Minnesota's Buck Hill, the site played host to a grueling challenge for a good cause.

Teams of veterans and first responders took part in a 12-hour run Saturday, featuring a one-mile loop of the property, complete with a 200-foot incline. It's not just a workout however -- it's a chance to address mental health for vets and first responders.

"We have a need out there," said Julie Pagano, co-founder of Heroes on the Hill. "What we wanted to do was give back."

Pagano says the event, now in its second year, donates proceeds to groups working to address mental health issues specific to the men and women who serve. Pagano says that often, financial constraints can be a reason people don't seek help.

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