The First Howl: Trails & Nog

The First Howl: Trails & Nog

This event 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.

Registration

There are three options for registering: Trails & Nog Mile, Trails ONLY, or Nog Mile ONLY.

Start Time

TRAILS: The trail race will begin at 10:00 AM from the pavilion at Crevasse Moraine. Runners must complete all loops by 2:00 PM.

NOG: The Nog Mile will begin at 2:00 PM from the pavilion at Crevasse Moraine.

Bib Pick Up

TRAILS: 9:00 AM - 9:30 AM at the pavilion

NOG: 1:00 PM - 1:30 PM at the 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. Carpooling is recommended. A 2026 MatSu Borough parking permit will be required.