The First Howl: Trails & Nog
- Date Fri 1st January 2027
- Time 10:00AM AKST
- Location Palmer, Alaska
- Price $22.20 - $64.60
- Races 3 races
- Distances 10 Mile, 1 Mile
Event summary
Join us for an exhilarating winter celebration at The First Howl: Trails & Nog on January 1, 2027, in Palmer, Matanuska-Susitna! This unique event combines the thrill of trail running with the festive spirit of the season. Runners will have four hours to tackle three challenging loops on the stunning Crevasse Moraine trail system, featuring distances of 5 miles, 3 miles, and 1 mile. With an exciting twist, participants will embark on a book hunt, racing to find hidden pages that match their bib numbers!
But the fun doesn't stop there! After completing the trail loops, join in on the valley's only Nog Mile, where runners will drink eggnog at the start line before sprinting a quarter mile back and forth for a chance to win. The trail race kicks off at 10:00 AM, and the Nog Mile starts at 1:00 PM, so make sure to arrive early for bib pick-up and get ready for an unforgettable day filled with camaraderie, competition, and holiday cheer! Don’t forget to carpool and secure your parking permit for this exciting New Year's Day adventure!
But the fun doesn't stop there! After completing the trail loops, join in on the valley's only Nog Mile, where runners will drink eggnog at the start line before sprinting a quarter mile back and forth for a chance to win. The trail race kicks off at 10:00 AM, and the Nog Mile starts at 1:00 PM, so make sure to arrive early for bib pick-up and get ready for an unforgettable day filled with camaraderie, competition, and holiday cheer! Don’t forget to carpool and secure your parking permit for this exciting New Year's Day adventure!
Organiser's 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 only 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.
REGISTRATION
There are three options for registering. Runners can sign up for both the Trails & Nog Mile, Trails ONLY, or Nog Mile ONLY.
START TIME
TRAILS: The trail race will begin at 10:00AM from the pavilion at Crevasse Moraine. Runners must complete all loops by 2:00pm.
NOG: The Nog Mile will begin at 1:00PM from the pavilion at Crevasse Moraine.
BIB PICK UP
TRAILS: 9:00-9:45am at the Crevasse pavilion
NOG: 12:30pm at the Crevasse pavilion
SWAG AND AWARDS
Awards will be given to the top M/F winners of each race.
Every runner will receive a custom First Howl gift upon completion of their race.
PARKING
Parking is limited at Crevasse Moraine so please think about carpooling and parking in a manner to fit the most cars in the parking lot. Additional parking can be on the street but please use common sense.
With the race being on the first of the year, a 2027 MatSu Borough parking permit will be required. Please plan ahead to order one online or use the kiosk in the parking lot for a day use permit.
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 only 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.
REGISTRATION
There are three options for registering. Runners can sign up for both the Trails & Nog Mile, Trails ONLY, or Nog Mile ONLY.
START TIME
TRAILS: The trail race will begin at 10:00AM from the pavilion at Crevasse Moraine. Runners must complete all loops by 2:00pm.
NOG: The Nog Mile will begin at 1:00PM from the pavilion at Crevasse Moraine.
BIB PICK UP
TRAILS: 9:00-9:45am at the Crevasse pavilion
NOG: 12:30pm at the Crevasse pavilion
SWAG AND AWARDS
Awards will be given to the top M/F winners of each race.
Every runner will receive a custom First Howl gift upon completion of their race.
PARKING
Parking is limited at Crevasse Moraine so please think about carpooling and parking in a manner to fit the most cars in the parking lot. Additional parking can be on the street but please use common sense.
With the race being on the first of the year, a 2027 MatSu Borough parking permit will be required. Please plan ahead to order one online or use the kiosk in the parking lot for a day use permit.
Races
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Trails & Nog Mile
Incl. $4.60 Fee
Fri 1st January 2027 (10:00AM AKST)
$64.60
OPENS TOMORROW -
Trails ONLY
Incl. $3.70 Fee
Fri 1st January 2027 (10:00AM AKST)
$48.70
OPENS TOMORROW -
Nog Mile ONLY
Incl. $2.20 Fee
Fri 1st January 2027 (1:00PM AKST)
$22.20
OPENS TOMORROW
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Crevasse Moraine Trailhead, N Loma Prieta Dr, Palmer, 99645, AK, United States
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