The First Howl: Trails & Nog
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The First Howl: Trails & Nog
The event takes place at the Crevasse Moraine Trailhead in Palmer, Alaska and combines a timed trail challenge with a separate festive eggnog mile.
Trails component: Runners have three hours to complete three separate loops on the Crevasse Moraine trail system. The loops are five miles, three miles, and one mile. At bib pick up each runner draws cards to determine the order of their loops. At the halfway point of each loop runners must locate a hidden book, remove the page that matches their bib number, and return that page to the race director when they finish that loop. The first male and female runners who complete all three loops and submit all three pages are declared the winners.
Nog component: After the trail loops, a Nog Mile tests speed and tolerance. Competitors drink an 8 ounce serving of eggnog at the pavilion, run about a quarter mile, return for the next serving, and repeat for four circuits (one mile total). The fastest male and female competitors to complete four circuits without vomiting are declared the winners. Eggnog is provided and donations are appreciated.
Registration options and fees are offered for:
- 10 miles Trails & Nog entry
- 9 miles Trails only
- 1 mile Nog only
Runners under 14 must be accompanied by a registered adult for the duration. Parking is limited and a 2027 MatSu Borough parking permit is required for lot use. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
