03/19/2026
Looking outside this week makes one doubt whether this winter will ever end. Blowing snow and 17 degrees doesn't say springtime, especially considering the winter we've had.
But, I will remind you that last weekend, it was a beautiful 73 degrees. So I am staying optimistic, and I'm looking forward to warmer weather.
With that mindset, I am proud to announce that the registration for the 2026 Fishing Line 5k on April 25, 2026 is open. Visit www.NobleTrails.org to register.
But there is more that we need you to do. In celebration of America's 250th birthday, we want to show our appreciation for all this country offers us. So, we are excited to be part of America 250 IN Noble this year. For that, our goal this year is to have 250 participants!
Yes, 250 participants. That IS a big goal. And we can only do that if you help us spread the word. You need to forward this word along to anybody and everybody to help us reach this lofty goal.
And for this year's birthday-celebrating early registration fee of $25 per adult, you will get what I think is our coolest 5k shirt ever. And kids 17 and under are free with an adult registration. (Early registration ends on April 11, and registration fees increase to $35.)
Ok, can I be serious for a moment? I know that many of you are thinking that you don't know how the weather will be, and you don't want to register now if it might be cold. You aren't sure what you are doing that day. So you are going to wait, and you'll stop by the event on the morning of the race if it all turns out OK. Yes, some of you are thinking that.
I'm going to ask you here, don't do that. Register now. www.NobleTrails.org
Why register now? First, this event is our primary direct interaction with our supporters all year. We love to see and hear how much our trail makes a difference in your physical and mental well being. And while we rarely come out directly and ask for your financial help, we really need your financial support to make the Fishing Line Trail what it is.
For some of you, $25 is a significant sacrifice. We thank you if you make that contribution to us, but we understand if this has too much of an impact on your budget. We still hope to see you out on the trail this summer. But for many others, giving $25 is just a choice. We hope that you think Noble Trails and the Fishing Line Trail are worth it. Especially with a free tee shirt thrown in!
The second reason to register now? We both know that when that Saturday morning comes, you'll be toasty warm in bed, and you won't want to get out of bed that morning to come see us. Pre-registering not only incentivises you to come out, it also helps us plan ahead by letting us know how many people to expect and adjust our preparations accordingly.
I hope I have explained how much we appreciate you, and how much we count on you. And whether or not you decide to participate this year, we hope that you will help us get our message out. And we hope that you will smile and say hi when you see our volunteers out working on the trail. We always appreciate that type of encouragement as well.
I hope to see each of you register for our race. With your help, we can reach 250 people for America 250.
Thank you,
Scott, at Noble Trails
