The second For the Love of Chocolate Sun Life Run/Walk returns to Copper Sky Regional Park on March 4.

Last year 145 people participated in the 3-mile event.[quote_box_right]If You Go
What: For the Love of Chocolate Fun Run
When: March 4, 8 a.m.
Who: Sun Life Family Health Centers
Where: Copper Sky Regional Park
Info: SunLifeRun.com, 480-338-7041[/quote_box_right]

For those who did not register early, race-day entry for the 3-mile run/walk is $50 per person. Entry for the 1-mile run/walk is $40. There is also an option for “sleep-in supporters” who want to support the event and get the swag bag even though they cannot attend. That fee is also $50.

This year’s event includes team registration.

Proceeds go to Sun Life Family Health Centers, a nonprofit organization that provides affordable healthcare for under-insured and uninsured.

All participants in the run/walk receive a chocolate-filled goodie bag, dri-fit T-shirt and finisher’s medal. They will also enjoy chocolate “sweet spots” placed throughout the course.

Competitors are categorized by gender and age. The top three in all age groups receive awards. Last year’s youngest finisher in the 3-mile race was 7. The oldest was 71.

The event welcomes pets on leashes, wheelchairs, strollers and wagons. Roller blades, skateboards and motorized devices are not allowed.

There will be pre-race and post-race “runner’s brunch” items like fruit, bagels, water and Gatorade. Race times and photos will be available in real time.

This story appears in the March issue of InMaricopa.

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