Author Jerome Poling’s Birkie Book Wins Major Award

From WI Historical Press Facebook Post:

Congratulations to WHS Press author Jerry Poling!

Jerry’s book, “American Birkebeiner: The Nation’s Greatest Ski Marathon,” was just awarded the prestigious ULLR Book Award from Skiing History. The award honors outstanding contributions to skiing’s historical record in published book form.

“American Birkebeiner” is the definitive history of the world-class cross-country ski race and festival that turns the Northwoods of Wisconsin into a mecca for thousands of elite skiers and spectators every February.

To learn more about “American Birkebeiner,” visit: https://wihist.org/4pvIfHN

Posted January 12, 2026 at 10:24 am