The First Howl: Trails & Nog
Jan 01, 2026 at 10:00 AM
The First Howl: Trails & Nog
Palmer, AK, 99645
USA
Entry Fee $20
(Lowest or Early Registration)
Entry Fee 2 $60
(Highest or Late Registration)
Prize Money: no
Distance(s):
- 9 mile
- 1 Mile
Type: Trail
Percent of the course on un-paved trails: 100%
First Year of the Event: 2025
Description: Description The First Howl: Trails & Nog is everything you could hope for in a winter trail party...snowy trail loops, a book hunt, and a bit of eggnog to top off the festivities! The Details TRAILS: Runners will have 4 hours to complete 3 separate loops on the Crevasse Moraine trail system. There will be a 5 mile, 3 mile, and 1 mile loop. At bib pick up, each runner will spin the wheel to determine the order of their loops. At the halfway point of each loop, runners must find a hidden book and tear out the page that matches their bib number (Barkley style) and return their page to the RD at the completion of that loop. The first M/F runners to complete all 3 loops and turn in their 3 pages will be the winner. NOG: After runners have finished their trail loops they can participate in the valley's first Nog Mile (like a Beer Mile but more festive). Runners will drink their first glass (8oz) of eggnog at the start line pavilion then run a 1/4 mile before returning to the pavilion for their next glass. Fastest M/F runners to complete 4 loops (1 mile) without throwing up will be the winner. Eggnog will be provided but donations are appreciated. Please email us if you plan to bring some to share.
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