A flag flies in Sarasota, Florida. An extra-large Old Glory is officially approved for flying at a Camping World store atop a 130-foot flagpole in French Camp, Calif. ( Julio Aguilar/Getty Images/TNS)

The nationwide “Carry The Load” campaign will be coming through Medford on Saturday as a part of its 20,000-mile relay to honor and remember fallen military and first responders.

Medford is one stop of the nationwide journey meant to raise awareness of the true meaning of Memorial Day, according to a news release.

“Carry the Load, a nonprofit group that provides active ways to connect Americans to the sacrifices of U.S. military members, veterans, first responders and their families, is hosting its national relay to honor and remember our heroes,” the release said.

Participants walk and bike along five routes that cover 48 states in 32 days.

JPMorgan Chase is the title sponsor of the event for the 11th consecutive year, organizers said.