* The first Lake Run, a loop around Lake Bloomington, was held in 1982 and had 224 finishers. The race became an annual event, added a shorter loop and continues to grow each year. In addition to the standard age group classifications, the race has footpounder classes for men over 220 lb and women over 190 lb, as well as footpounder light: 190-219 lb (men) and 150lb - 179lb (women).
* You can choose from the 12K which is 7.44 miles in length, 4.37 Mile, or 3 Mile Walk, each have chip timing and race results posted live during the event.
* Post race food include Avanti's Gondola Sandwiches and vegetarian options.
* Post Party is back at Green Gables outdoor beer garden !! Each participant over the age of 21 will receive a free beer of choice from various craft and domestic beers offered on race day. Non-Alcoholic Athletic Brewing beer will be available at this events post party.
* Over the years, the Lake Run has celebrated various holidays and festive events that fall on the same day as the Lake Run, including "May the 4th be with you, Star Wars Theme", Cinco De Mayo, etc.
* This years Lake Run will recognize "World Press Freedom Day [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/World_Press_Freedom_Day#:~:text=The%20United%20Nations%20General%20Assembly,19%20of%20the%201948%20Universal]" Which falls on May 3rd each year since 1991.