No Bull Around

United States flag Pierce, Nebraska, United States

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Date 14 May – 16 May, 2027
Races 5 distances
Entry fee $70.00 – $275.00
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No Bull Around

About the event

Location Willow Creek State Recreation Area (SRA) is a beautiful state recreation area in northeastern Nebraska, located on the 700-acre Willow Creek Reservoir. The park is approximately 4 miles southwest of Pierce and about 15 miles northwest of Norfolk. Willow Creek SRA is managed by the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission. Lodging & Camping Willow Creek State Recreation Area offers several camping options, including: * Electric Plus * Electric * Basic * Equestrian Electric Plus * Equestrian Basic Willow Way Campground features 165 campsites with electricity, along with numerous Basic campsites for those who do not require electrical hookups. Additional campground amenities include: * Picnic tables * Fire rings/grills * Drinking water * Dump and fill station * Modern restrooms * Showers * Laundry facilities The dump and fill station is located in the town of Pierce, approximately 5 miles from the lake. Willow Creek SRA campers can find the dump and fill station near the Pierce County Courthouse. Reservations are available for approximately half of the campsites at Willow Creek SRA. The remaining campsites are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Campers using first-come, first-served sites should register their nightly camping fees using the raised, locked payment boxes known as “iron rangers.” Self-service envelopes are available at each iron ranger station. Check or cash only. Iron rangers are generally located near the park entrance or campground areas. On-site camping information signs will be available to help guide campers through the self-registration process. Course /> The course will be an out-and-back on the Limestone Hike/Bike Trail, with participants completing 2 miles out and 2 miles back for a total of 4 miles per loop. The Start/Finish and main aid station will be located at the Warren G. Otto Picnic Area (Boat Launch). From the Start/Finish, you will head toward the Willow Creek State Recreation Area Campground. The turnaround point will be located at the campground, where you will turn around and head back toward the Start/Finish. The campground will also serve as a crew access point, allowing you to meet and resupply with your crew during the race. Swag & Awards Awards will be presented to the top male and female finishers in each race category. There will be no cash prizes, but each category winner will receive a custom award plaque by Richter’s Design Your race swag includes: * Beast Trail Racing Speed Cup * Sun-Proof Long-Sleeve Shirt * Time-Specific Medals and/or Buckles * Trucker Hats * Face Gaiters Participants reaching the following distances will receive a time-specific award: * 48 Hours / 24 Hours- Time-Specific Buckle * 12 hour - Time-Specific Medal * 6 Hours / 3 Hours - Wooden Medal

Pacers Pacers are allowed based on the following race distances: * 48-Hour: Pacers may join after 12 hours * 24-Hour: Pacers may join after 12 hours * 12-Hour: Pacers may join after 6 hours * 6-Hour: No pacers * 3-Hour: No pacers Participants may use one or multiple pacers once they reach the designated time. Start Times & Cutoffs 48-Hour Race Start: 5/14 at 2:00 PM Finish/Cutoff: 5/16 at 2:00 PM 24-Hour Race Start: 5/15 at 2:00 PM Finish/Cutoff: 5/16 at 2:00 PM 12-Hour Race Start: 5/15 at 8:00 AM Finish/Cutoff: 5/15 at 8:00 PM 6-Hour Race Start: 5/16 at 8:00 AM Finish/Cutoff: 5/16 at 2:00 PM 3-Hour Race Start: 5/16 at 11:00 AM Finish/Cutoff: 5/16 at 2:00 PM Race Day Food & Hydration We will have food available throughout the race to help keep you fueled and moving forward. All-Day Food Options * Chips * Cookies * Peanuts and assorted nuts * Boiled potatoes * Candy * Fresh fruit * Vegetables * Grilled cheese, made to order * Peanut butter & jelly sandwiches or wraps * Hummus * Pickles Tailwind Sports Drink will be provided as our electrolyte drink of choice. We will also have a variety of beverages available throughout the race, including: * Water * Coffee * Pickle juice Ice will be available throughout the race. The general menu will remain the same each day. All hot meals will include a vegan or vegetarian option, such as vegan soup, vegan quesadillas, veggie burgers, and other plant-based choices. ? Unmanned Aid Station There will be an unmanned aid station approximately halfway around the course. At the Campground is this located. The aid station will be stocked with: * Water * Ice * Tailwind Sports Drink * A variety of snacks Please plan accordingly and remember that this is an unmanned aid station. Scheduled Hot Meals Breakfast | 6:00 AM–8:00 AM * Pancakes * Bacon * Breakfast sandwiches Lunch | 12:00 PM–2:00 PM * Hot dogs * Wragge Dogs — sort of like a hot dog and bratwurst had a love child! * Hamburgers * Quesadillas Dinner | 6:00 PM–8:00 PM * Ramen noodles * Soup * Spaghetti We want you to be able to focus on the miles, the adventure, and letting your Inner Beast Run Wild. Our goal is to keep you fueled, hydrated, and supported from the first mile to the final mile.

PACKET PICKUP All time slots are 45 minutes before race time DISCOUNTS We want to thank those who serve and give back to our communities! Military — 25% Off Use code: MILITARY Active and retired military members qualify. Donors — 10% Off Use code: DONOR First Responders — 25% Off Use code: FIRST RESPONDERS You will have 24 hours after registration to provide proof of eligibility. BTR FAMILY REPEAT RACER DISCOUNT If you have raced with us two times, your third race is 50% off as our way of saying thank you for continuing to support Beast Trail Racing! To receive your special discount code, reach out to BTR via email or Jeremy through Facebook Messenger. LET YOUR INNER BEAST RUN WILD!

Races offered

14May

48hrs

Running

Distance
48 Hours
Start time
14:00
Entry fee
$275.00
15May

12hrs

Running

Distance
12 Hours
Start time
08:00
Entry fee
$160.00
15May

24hrs

Running

Distance
24 Hours
Start time
14:00
Entry fee
$225.00
16May

6hrs

Running

Distance
6 Hours
Start time
08:00
Entry fee
$80.00
16May

3hrs

Running

Distance
3 Hours
Start time
11:00
Entry fee
$70.00

Weather history

3-year monthly averages for May in Pierce.

Temperature11.1° / 22.6°
Feels like7.9° / 19.2°
Sunshine hours11h 13m
Rainfall3.6 mm
Snowfall—
Wind15.1 km/h (Gentle breeze)
Humidity59.9%
Max UV indexHigh (6.0)
Sweat lossModerate
Course conditionsFirm and slightly soft
Sunrise06:09
Sunset20:45

About Pierce

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Pierce is a city in and the county seat of Pierce County, Nebraska, United States. As of the 2020 census, Pierce had a population of 1,845.

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Race results

All-time top performances and historical records for No Bull Around.

Place Name Gender Age Year City Time
🥇 Beverly Mavis F 70 '26 — 44
🥈 Stephanie Healy F 58 '25 — 65
🥉 Jessica Warren F 47 '26 — 84
4 Joan Rose F 69 '26 — 88
5 Joan Rose F 68 '25 — 100

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