BEST BET Saturday and next Sunday Fishing and Boating Flea Market, sponsored by the Essex-Middle River Chapter of the Maryland Saltwater Sportfishermen's Association, Commodore Hall, 1909 Old Eastern Ave., Essex. New and used fishing tackle, boats, trailers and professional knife sharpening. Hours: Saturday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; Sunday, 9a.m.-2 p.m. Information and directions: 410-686-2348.
ARCHERY Today Ephrata Bowmen 3-D Shoot, 30 targets, 7 a.m.-2 p.m., 899 N Maple St., Ephrata, Pa. Details: 717-733-7170 day of shoot or www.ephratabowmen.com.
BIRDING Wednesday and March 24 Guided bird hike through several types of habitat, 8 a.m., Patuxent Research Refuge Visitor Center, Powder Mill Road, Laurel. Field guides and binoculars recommended. For ages 16 and older. Call 301-497-5887 to register.
CHILDREN Friday Baby animals make their appearance this time of the year. A preschooler introduction to nature through songs and stories in this hourlong program at the Patuxent Research Refuge Visitor Center, Powder Mill Road, Laurel, 10:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. Call 301-497-5887 to register.
Saturday Go on an "owl prowl," 5:30 p.m.-7 p.m. at the Patuxent Research Refuge North Tract, Laurel. For ages 5 and up. The North Tract is on Route 198, between the Baltimore- Washington Parkway and Route 32. Reservations: 301-497-5887.
HUNTING Monday and Saturday State hunter education course, Stoney Creek Fishing and Hunting Club, 9090 Fort Smallwood Road, Pasadena. Classroom instruction on Monday, 6 p.m.-10 p.m.; field work Saturday, 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Registration required at Bart's Sports World, 6814 Ritchie Highway, Glen Burnie. Details: 410-255-9425.
SHOWS, WORKSHOPS Saturday and Sunday Fishing and Boating Flea Market, sponsored by the Essex-Middle River Chapter of the Maryland Saltwater Sportfishermen's Association, Commodore Hall, 1909 Old Eastern Ave., Essex. New and used fishing tackle, boats, trailers and professional knife sharpening. Hours: Saturday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; Sunday, 9a.m.-2 p.m. Information and directions: 410-686-2348.
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