I participated in my first heart walk this year. The walk itself is only three miles, 1.5 one way and the same 1.5 back all along some of the most well known areas of Downtown Charleston. This walk is dedicated to survivors of heart disease, raising money to help fight heart disease and stroke, and raising awareness for living a healthy lifestyle. I went with three friends and had a good time trying to beat their time from last year and waving at the volunteers that cheered us on while we walked. Film crews from local news stations and college students recording for film class were also present. We had several photo opportunities which included Batman, the Heart walk Heart and the Stingrays mascot. We got our picture with Batman! :)
Enjoy the video below!
When you go you want to get there early as traffic was crazy! You are allowed free parking in the parking garage of the Aquarium util 12pm that day, it is suggested that you carpool if you can. According to my friends there are a bunch of freebies that are also given away before you start the walk. Those include but are not limited to: free water for the duration of the walk, cookies and coupons provided by Subway, face painting and bounce castle for the kids and more! This event is open to everyone and is pet friendly. You don't have to pay to walk and it's a good way to see the iconic places of Downtown Charleston.
Important tips:
Water is provided free of charge to walkers and bathrooms are located in the parking garage
Parking is free in the Aquarium garage.
This is a pet friendly event. Your pet must be leashed and you must pick up after said pet.
This event is handicap accessible. Watching the video you will see everyone is included in this walk.
Get there early!! Traffic is terrible for this event as thousands of people are going. Plus you want to get in on these freebies :)
Be aware that there are many people filming and taking pictures.
To find out more about the Charleston Heart Walk visit there website: Charleston Heart Walk
Our final thoughts on this free event is that we will be back next year and early!
