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All aboard the Chocolate Express for a great cause

Annual ARCH fundraiser set for Jan. 12 at Stokely Creek Lodge
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Skiers and snowshoers of all ages enjoyed some chocolate and other treats while exploring the trails at Stokely Creek Lodge in support of ARCH on Feb. 4, 2024.

NEWS RELEASE
ARCH HOSPICE
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Winter in the north is always an amazing site to see, and what better way to enjoy it than joining us at ARCH’s Chocolate Express on Jan. 12, 2025 at Stokely Creek Lodge. Experience the ultimate blend of outdoor fun and chocolatey indulgence during the much-anticipated Chocolate Express! This fun-filled event is not only a treat for your taste buds but also an opportunity to support ARCH Hospice.

Every year, hundreds of participants ski and snowshoe in a memorable afternoon of delicious treats and lighthearted fun. The Chocolate Express features a 2 km or 5 km snowshoe loop, or a 2 km, 5 km, and 10 km ski trails. Chocolate stations will feature an array of mouth-watering treats designed to keep you energized and satisfied as you enjoy your day. Think rich hot cocoa, chocolate covered goodies, and more—it’s a chocolate lover’s dream come true!

For the eighth year in a row, Maitland Ford Lincoln is our Trail Sponsor! Their drivers will be offering free shuttles from Mountain View Public School to Stokely Creek Lodge between 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and 3 to 4:30 p.m. We are grateful for their continued support!

“Chocolate Express is one of our events that seems to keep growing each year, and we love it! Having the team at Maitland Ford as our Trail Sponsor, and providing shuttle service for the third year is absolutely amazing! They go above and beyond to make sure that our participants, and their gear not only arrive safely to Stokely Creek Lodge, but ensure the experience is memorable. They are a great team to work with,” said ARCH’s Fund Development Team.

Chocolate Express tickets are available for $30 or a minimum of $50 in pledges at archhospice.ca/chocolate. Registration is set to begin at noon with participants heading out on the trails directly afterward.

To learn more, please visit our website, or call our Fund Development Supervisor, Katherine, at 705-942-1556 extension 237. Many thanks to SooToday.com for their generous support as the ARCH Media Sponsor. Their commitment to promoting our cause has made a significant impact, and we appreciate their ongoing partnership in helping us raise awareness.

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