Sunshine Coast April Fools Run Half Marathon and Relay, Gibsons to Sechelt, British Columbia, Canada

2010 RACE COUNTDOWN

Join a long-standing tradition and Run, Walk or Relay 13.1 miles / 21.1 km from Gibsons to Sechelt, BC, Canada.

We offer you a point-to-point, net downhill course with friendly West Coast hospitality, low entry fee, scenic route, finisher's medals and unique awards—all just 40 minutes by ferry from West Vancouver. Try your first half, go for a personal best or prepare for a spring marathon. Experience all running has to offer at the 33rd Sunshine Coast April Fool's Run, on April 11, 2010.

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Race #4 in the Lower Mainland Road Race Series
2010 BC Half-Marathon Championships

Event News

CHANGE OF ADDRESS

Effective March 12 our new mailing address is: 7838 Redrooffs Road (city, postal code unchanged)

Win a GIANT bicycle!

Giant Bicycles will be here on race weekend, partnering with Spin Cycles in Gibsons, to give away a SEEK 2 commuter lifestyle bike (retails for $629)! Come to their info tent on race morning at the community centre to enter the draw. Winner will be announced at the finish line in Davis Bay during the awards ceremony. Bike info »

2010 Souvenir Shirt — separate order form now available

Don't miss out on this special garment! Our snazzy and colourful design from the 2008 & 2009 singlets and jackets is back in a tech shirt. Men's and women's styles available (women's shown here) with logo front and back. Order when you register or, if already registered, using our separate garment order form. Size guaranteed if ordered by Feb 22. After Feb 22, first come first serve for remaining stock. Mar 10 update: the following sizes have only 1 shirt left: Women's L, Women's XL; Men's S, Men's XL. The rest are SOLD OUT! Details »

Now recruiting: Volunteer Crew

It's time to think about volunteering for the 2010 Fool's Run! Please check out the jobs available and sign up online on our Volunteer info page. Every volunteer gets a free 'race crew' t-shirt, a chance to win a draw prize, free refreshments on race day, and a big THANKS from the runners and organizers. Our volunteers have FUN — Apply today!

Free massage at finish line

New in 2010! Peak Performance Chiropractic from Vancouver will be providing free Chiropractic Care and Massage Therapy at the finish line. First come, first served.

Coast Cable returns as Presenting Sponsor

We are pleased to announce that Coast Cable (an EastLink company) has returned as Presenting Sponsor of the Sunshine Coast April Fool's Run. The infusion of extra cash enables us to continue providing all the runner amenities the Fool's Run is known for, and locals will see coverage of the event on CoastTV (cable 11). More details coming soon.

Drop-ins welcome at Training Clinic

Join us on Saturday mornings for $3/session. Meet others and have fun preparing for the 2010 AFR! Weekly group runs plus tips and advice, run parts of the race route, make new friends and training partners to get through those cold winter months. Details »

Apply for Free Ferry Travel to the Fool's Run

As the 2010 April Fool's Run is a BC Championship event, BC Athletics competitive members (Junior, Senior or Masters) can apply for a 'Sporting Life on the Coast' voucher which covers your ferry costs (vehicle and passenger fares). See Sport BC website for details and application. You must apply at least 2 weeks in advance.

"I heard LOADS of information on this race. MOSTLY the HILLS!! HOWEVER what goes UP must come DOWN! And I got my PB on this race. Shaving off 3 mins and 14 secs. TO FINALLY get to SUB 2 HOURS!! *PRICELESS* Thank you to all the volunteers... the organizers and staff. My husband and myself had a great weekend! Will go down for me the best 1/2 marathon EVER this year."
— Debra Nichol, Coquitlam (2009) see more feedback »