BRIDGTON — Loon Echo Land Trust will host a day of family fun at Five Fields Farm in South Bridgton. The second annual Snowfest will take place from 9 to 11 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 16.
This outdoor celebration will include a 10K cross county ski race held at 9 a.m., a 5K race at 9:15 a.m. and a youth snowshoe fun run at 10:15 a.m. Races are casual and suitable for all levels.
Throughout the morning participants can warm up by the bonfire and enjoy hot chocolate and refreshments. Come for one or all of the events or simply enjoy the trails and preserve at your own pace.
The fee of $10 for adults and $5 for children 17 and under will include trail passes, food and prizes. Bring your own equipment; rentals are available on site if needed.
Participants should meet at Five Fields Farm on Route 107 where all races will get underway. The course will follow the groomed trails that loop through both the apple orchard and the more challenging section of Bald Pate Mountain preserve.
Find out more about Loon Echo, their events, or other land protection programs by visiting www.loonecholandtrust.org. For more information about Snowfest, contact Carol Meader at trek@lelt.org.
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