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September – October 2026 Newsletter
Our September – October newsletter is ready for your reading pleasure! Click here to read: September – October 2026 newsletter
We’ve got a LOT going on in September:
- Couch to 5k continues M/W/F through October: All the details
- Table Rock Volksmarch on September 5th: All the details
- Lake Manawa Volksmarch on September 12th: All the details
- Group Walk of Lincoln Capitol Walk on September 27th: All the details
Then in October:
- Millwork Commons Volksmarch (moved from Lake Cunningham) on October 10th: All the details
- Group Walk of the Chalco Rec Area Walk: All the details
A “volksmarch” is a walk that is approved for credit by America’s Walking Club. They offer both 5 km (3.1 mile) and 10 km (6.2 mile) options, can be done as a group or as an individual and require a payment of $4 per walker. Credit means you can stamp special books to record your achievements. We have a full page that explains this at: https://nebraskatrailblazers.com/how-to/walk-for-ava-ivv-credit/
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Lincoln Group Walk
September 27 @ 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm CDT
Explore Lincoln on foot with our upcoming 5K group walk! On Sunday, September 27 at 2:00 p.m., we’ll stroll through the University of Nebraska campus, the vibrant Historic Haymarket Entertainment District, and past the magnificent State Capitol building.
We’ll gather at the Lincoln Visitor Center (201 N. 7th St., #110). If you’re driving, take I-80 to Exit 401 (US-34E/I-180 toward downtown), follow it to Q Street, turn right on Q, and take a left on 7th Street.
A carpool group will meet at Nebraska Crossing at 1:00 p.m. To join the carpool, email Sandy at sandyspauld@yahoo.com.
Please bring the $4 registration fee to participate.
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Chalco Group Walk
October 12 @ 5:00 pm – 7:30 pm CDT
Join us for our final walk at Chalco Hills! (Please note: this route will not be renewed for 2027.) We will meet at 5:00 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 12, to complete the 5K route, followed by supper at Hawaiian Brothers.
Meeting Point: Highway 370 Access Parking Area. From I-80, take Exit #439 and travel west. Pass the traffic light and go over the small bridge; about ¼ mile past the light, turn right (north side) into the gravel lot marked with the “Highway 370 Access” sign.
All participants must sign a waiver. Record keepers can visit the Holiday Inn Express after the walk to stamp their books.
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A Riverfront Stroll with the Nebraska Trailblazers
Mark your calendars for October 10th! Come out for a 5km or 10km walk starting at The Ashton Building in Millworks Commons. We’ll head out toward the Baby Bob and Bob Kerrey Bridge, with a chance to check out the newly opened Treetop Walk near the Adventure Tower and the Charles E. Lakin Pier in Iowa. You can set your own pace and start anytime between 9:00 and 11:00 AM (wrap up by 1:00 PM), or join our group walk stepping off at 9:30 AM!
- Your choice: 5 km or 10 km walk (3.1 miles or 6.2 miles)
- Leashed dogs okay
- Parking available northeast of Millwork Ave & N. 13th Street
October 10 @ 9:00 am – 1:00 pm CDT
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Couch to 5k – in just 6 weeks!
We’re inviting new walkers to come join us at the Gene Leahy Mall Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, starting August 31st at 9 a.m. These short sessions build on each other, so you’ll be ready to walk 5k at our October event!
This is totally free and is open to walkers of all ages (and leashed dogs!). We meet by the Arch at 11th & Farnam Streets and set out right at 9 a.m. The first time you come, you’ll need to sign a waiver, so come 15 minutes early.
Here’s the week by week breakdown:
- Week 1: https://nebraskatrailblazers.com/event/couch-to-5k-week-1-of-6/
- Week 2: https://nebraskatrailblazers.com/event/couch-to-5k-week-2-of-6/
- Week 3: https://nebraskatrailblazers.com/event/couch-to-5k-week-3-of-6/
- Week 4: https://nebraskatrailblazers.com/event/couch-to-5k-week-4-of-6/
- Week 5: https://nebraskatrailblazers.com/event/couch-to-5k-week-5-of-6/
- Week 6: https://nebraskatrailblazers.com/event/couch-to-5k-week-6-of-6/
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COUCH TO 5K WEEK 6 (of 6)
October 5 @ 9:00 am – 10:00 am CDT
This week, we will meet Monday, Wednesday and Friday mornings at 9 a.m. to begin the journey from couch to 5 km, just in time for our October walk! All walks are rain or shine, so bring what you need to protect yourself from the elements and some water, of course. This week’s walks will be at a little faster walking pace, up to 40 minutes. You may come any or all of the days, but please arrive early your first day of walking to sign the waiver.
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COUCH TO 5K WEEK 5 (of 6)
September 28 @ 9:00 am – 10:00 am CDT
This week, we will meet Monday, Wednesday and Friday mornings at 9 a.m. to begin the journey from couch to 5 km, just in time for our October walk! All walks are rain or shine, so bring what you need to protect yourself from the elements and some water, of course. This week’s walks will be for about 50 minutes. You may come any or all of the days, but please arrive early your first day of walking to sign the waiver.
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COUCH TO 5K WEEK 4 (of 6)
September 21 @ 9:00 am – 10:00 am CDT
This week, we will meet Monday, Wednesday and Friday mornings at 9 a.m. to begin the journey from couch to 5 km, just in time for our October walk! All walks are rain or shine, so bring what you need to protect yourself from the elements and some water, of course. This week’s walks will range from 40 to 50 minutes. You may come any or all of the days, but please arrive early your first day of walking to sign the waiver.
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COUCH TO 5K WEEK 3 (of 6)
September 14 @ 9:00 am – 10:00 am CDT
This week, we will meet Monday, Wednesday and Friday mornings at 9 a.m. to begin the journey from couch to 5 km, just in time for our October walk! All walks are rain or shine, so bring what you need to protect yourself from the elements and some water, of course. This week’s walks will range from 35 to 45 minutes. You may come any or all of the days, but please arrive early your first day of walking to sign the waiver.
Free