The last time a road race went around the perimeter of Minnow Lake was in 1980 when the Sudbury Fitness Challenge used the venue for their "Sun Run" 5k and 10k events. Finally 27 years later Kris Conroy, Manager of Sudbury's Running Room, got a few volunteers together and organized a neat little 5k around the lake. The course fully circles Minnow Lake. About 1/2 is on bike lanes and the remaining sections are on low density traffic streets. There's also a bonus paved path through the Minnow Lake forest. The event was organized to give assistance to our local chapter of the Canadian Red Cross. In appreciation Red Cross members provided many of the volunteer marshals for the run.

The group of walkers and runners was not large (31 registrants) but they were all enthusiastic and encompassed all levels.

Ben Sidney took top honours (19:29) with Mark Nellis (20:19) and Peter Villa (20:45) taking second and third. Lisa Stafford was top lady (21:59). Amanda Seed (22:30) and Stephanie Koett (22:36) took the next 2 spots. In the Walking category, Russ Thom continues to improve his form and walked to a personal best 25:46. Charles Nellis took 2nd in 51:49. Top placers received Running Room money cards and all participants were provided with unique 1 litre water bottles.

Congratulations to Running Room Clinic members who accepted the challenge to take part in their first event. Everyone finished strong and smiling...at least after the finish line.

Unofficial participants included Lars Molino in a baby jogger pushed by Kirsty Fransen with husband Loris running along beside in only his 2nd official race ever. Emily Anderson also enjoyed the scenic course from her jogger as she was pushed by runners Laura and Drew Anderson. Our future speedsters are being groomed.

Good going all and thank you for coming out.

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