TODAY

Biathlon for Fun, 10 a.m. in Jefferson

Hidden Valley Nature Center is hosting a 1-kilometer cross-country skiing and target shooting race, which will be held as a foot race if there is no snow. Between rounds of skiing/running, participants will swing through the shooting arena and shoot pellet guns from a prone position. Arrive no later than 10 a.m. for a mandatory gun safety clinic. A ski clinic will be available before the race, which starts at 11:30. A snowshoe race for all ages also will be held. Snowshoes are available by prior arrangement. Guns are provided. Suggested donation is $10 for youth, $15 for adults. To register, visit hvnc.org or call 586-6752.

Hike in the Park, 2 p.m. in Freeport

Wolfe’s Neck Woods State Park offers nature programs year-round every weekend. This week’s program focuses on the wonder of Maine’s pine tree forest. Meet at the benches at the end of the second parking lot. Free with park admission, which is $1 for ages 5 to 11 and $3 for ages 12 to 64. Call the day of the program for updates, 865-4465.

MONDAY

Eastern Trail Trek, 6 p.m. in Saco

Join the Eastern Trail Alliance for a moonlight ski, snowshoe or walk on this off-road urban trail. Meet at the ET parking lot at the end of Mill Brook Business Park, off Route 1 in Saco. Easy pace. Refreshments to follow. Call 282-1979.

WEDNESDAY

Snowshoeing At Night, 5:30 p.m. in Waterville

Every Wednesday, Inland Hospital in Waterville leads snowshoe hikes on land owned by the hospital and the city. No charge. Wear warm clothes. Meet at the trail head behind Inland Hospital, 200 Kennedy Memorial Drive. Call 861-3292.

Stories of Adventure, 6 p.m., Pinkham Notch, N.H.

The Appalachian Mountain Club is again offering its international dinner and adventure series, featuring cuisine from another culture and a guest speaker who tells an adventure from that region of the world. The family-style dinner features four courses. Guests may BYOB. This Wednesday’s program features the cuisine of Slovenia. Dinner costs $28. Reservations are recommended. Call (603) 466-2727.

FRIDAY

Farm Days, 10 to 11:30 a.m.

Come learn about a working farm at Pineland Farms in New Gloucester. Explore the farm and collect eggs, milk a cow and help the farmers. Cost is $5 per person. Buy tickets at the Welcome Center. Call 688-4800.

SATURDAY

Bird Walks, 8 a.m. in Freeport

Free guided walks are offered every Saturday at Freeport Wild Bird Supply. Meet at the store at 541 Route 1. Usually, walks involve a short car-pool trip to a site of seasonal interest. Bring binoculars, or borrow a pair, and come see some birds and learn about their habits. For information, call 865-6000.

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