Folks laced up their hopping shoes for the Rabbit Run

People hopped over to the Bangor City Forest to participate in the Rabbit Run.

The race, put on by Epic Sports, was a 5.5 mile run, or 4 mile walk, through the trails of the city forest.

Organizers had a larger-than-expected turnout with this being their 12th year.

This year the run is raising money for the Orono Bog Walk, which organizer Brad Ryder says is one of the areas hidden gems.

“I think we've got a pretty aggressive course out there for them now. It's just a great resource and whether it's summer, go for a walk, go for a run, during the winter time, cross country skiing and snowshoeing. It's just a great resource.”

The race has donated proceeds in the past to other non-profit organizations such as the Bangor Humane Society and the Clifton Climbers Alliance.

For more information on the next rabbit run, go to epicsportsofmaine.com