Nebraska Game and Parks Outdoor Calendar
Game and Parks Events
Come out to Fort Robinson State Park to view all the holiday lights strung up around the park! Lights can be seen at Campground A, Loop Trail, and Crete Carrier Lodge. Units are decorated by Fort Robinson staff, civic groups and individual businesses. Valid park permit required for entry.
You are invited to the 2023 Nebraska Master Naturalist Fall Conference! The conference theme this year is, New Beginnings. You can expect a program update from Board President Mike Schrad, meet your new Coordinator Jamie Bachmann, connect with fellow Master Naturalists, and be inspired by their projects, discuss, share ideas, and learn new exciting continuing […]
Ever wanted to learn how to shoot? Want to learn a little bit about rifles? Not sure where to begin? Try Rifle is your place to start! This safe and first-time friendly program covers basic safety rules, handling demonstrations, and starter techniques. Participants get to shoot on the range as part of this one-hour class! […]
Join us at Platte River State Park for Archery on Fire! Bring the family and learn more about archery. Equipment is provided and knowledgeable staff will be there to help. Activities • Balloon Archery • 3-D Archery • Crossbows • Aerial Archery (weather permitting) • Atlatl • Tomahawk Throwing • Slingshots • Pellet Gun Shooting […]
Add excitement and variety to your range practice by joining our indoor archery league! Ages 10 and up. Previous archery experience required. The league will follow the round schedule listed below and run for 8 weeks, with scores recorded each week and a cumulative score for the series. Target face and distances will accord to […]
Looking for a little direction for your range practice? Maybe a bit of challenge? Look no further! All league courses of fire are untimed and each week's score may be shot any time during the range's open hours, Monday through Sunday. First week of league starts 10/30/23. While weekly submissions are encouraged, the sole deadline is that […]
Looking for a little direction for your range practice? Maybe a bit of challenge? Look no further! All league courses of fire are untimed and each week's score may be shot any time during the range's open hours, Monday through Sunday. First week of league starts 10/30/23. While weekly submissions are encouraged, the sole deadline is that […]
Looking for a little direction for your range practice? Maybe a bit of challenge? Look no further! All league courses of fire are easy to follow and each week's score may be shot any time during the range's open hours, Monday through Sunday. First week of league starts 10/30/23. While weekly submissions are encouraged, the […]
The Wildcat Hills preschool programs will meet once a month at 10am MT at the Wildcat Hills Nature Center. Certified staff will lead various programs that include a story, hands-on activities and themed lesson. Activities will focus hands-on learning and observations, specifically targeted for early learners’ ages 2-6 years. These programs will be conducted rain […]
Registration for the Outdoor Education Center's GSSF Indoor League Series - Match 1 on December 5 -or- 9, 2023. For this series, each match will be offered on two dates - attend on whichever day works best for your schedule (Tuesday or Saturday). This is the FIRST match for this series. Competitors must shoot in two out of the three available […]
Just because you are picking up your homework again this fall doesn't mean you have to put down your bow. Join us for NASP League and you can practice every week... for prizes! Youth aged 8 to 19 can sign up for this league to practice and compete for 6 weeks, from November to December. […]
Do you have a little one who loves animals, nature, and the outdoors? Are you looking for opportunities to explore the outdoors together with your children? Join us for Little Saplings, Schramm Education Center’s early childhood nature discovery program. The program is designed for children ages 2 – 5 and their adult caregiver and will […]
Do you have a little one who loves animals, nature, and the outdoors? Are you looking for opportunities to explore the outdoors together with your children? Join us for Little Saplings, Schramm Education Center’s early childhood nature discovery program. The program is designed for children ages 2 – 5 and their adult caregiver and will […]
Hunters and landowners are encouraged to offer their feedback on big game issues during the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission’s public information meetings this winter. These meetings, which are scheduled in each Game and Parks district, begin at 6:30 p.m. local time and will last 2½ hours. The first half hour will be an open […]
The Wildcat Hills homeschool programs will meet once a month at 10am MT at the Wildcat Hills Nature Center. Certified staff will lead various programs each month that will showcase a different theme; focusing on ecosystems, animals, adaptations, and habitats found only in western Nebraska. Activities will focus hands-on learning and observations, targeted to your […]
This basic USA Archery class is open to students who are new to JOAD and are looking for archery instruction before the next quarter of level 1 classes is available to new students. Explore Archery is a recommended prerequisite but not required. This class section is always open to new students and is prorated depending […]
Join us for an old time Christmas each Friday and Saturday evening from December 8-23rd! Tour the mansion's 18 rooms, filled with holiday decorations! Walk the grounds and see beautiful lights and decorations. Carolers and Instrumentals perform in the Lady's parlor nightly. Hot apple cider, cookies and roasted chestnuts will be served! There will be […]
Want to see what archery is all about? Never held a bow before? Not sure where to begin? Try Archery is your place to start! This easy-going program covers basic range rules and procedures, along with starter techniques. Participants get to fling arrows on their very first visit! And whether archery turns out to be […]
Classic Christmas is a fun holiday event for the whole family! Join us at our beautiful Crete Carrier Riverview Lodge at Eugene T. Mahoney State Park. Families can participate with their children decorating a sugar cookie, making a holiday ornament, and creating a greeting card for a senior living facility. Enjoy a free trolley ride […]
Check in begins at 5 pm / ends at 5:45 pm; practice and scoring begin at 6 pm. MEMBERSHIP The tournament is open to all USA Archery members as well as archers with no affiliation. Eligible USA Archery members can earn qualifying pin scores (pins are to be physically awarded by your home club - […]
Add excitement and variety to your range practice by joining our indoor archery league! Ages 10 and up. Previous archery experience required. The league will follow the round schedule listed below and run for 8 weeks, with scores recorded each week and a cumulative score for the series. Target face and distances will accord to […]
Looking for a little direction for your range practice? Maybe a bit of challenge? Look no further! All league courses of fire are untimed and each week's score may be shot any time during the range's open hours, Monday through Sunday. First week of league starts 10/30/23. While weekly submissions are encouraged, the sole deadline is that […]
Looking for a little direction for your range practice? Maybe a bit of challenge? Look no further! All league courses of fire are untimed and each week's score may be shot any time during the range's open hours, Monday through Sunday. First week of league starts 10/30/23. While weekly submissions are encouraged, the sole deadline is that […]
Looking for a little direction for your range practice? Maybe a bit of challenge? Look no further! All league courses of fire are easy to follow and each week's score may be shot any time during the range's open hours, Monday through Sunday. First week of league starts 10/30/23. While weekly submissions are encouraged, the […]
Just because you are picking up your homework again this fall doesn't mean you have to put down your bow. Join us for NASP League and you can practice every week... for prizes! Youth aged 8 to 19 can sign up for this league to practice and compete for 6 weeks, from November to December. […]
Hunters and landowners are encouraged to offer their feedback on big game issues during the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission’s public information meetings this winter. These meetings, which are scheduled in each Game and Parks district, begin at 6:30 p.m. local time and will last 2½ hours. The first half hour will be an open […]
Take a break from the grind and try a unique activity! Practice with friends! The possibilities are... well, not endless, but might be fun. Every Tuesday 7-9 pm this semester, College Night at the Outdoor Ed Center gives you the chance to learn, relax, and improve your skills. Never shot a bow before? Not a […]
Ponca State Park and members of the Loess Hills Audubon Society welcome participants of all ages and experience levels to participate in the annual citizen science Christmas Bird Count being held at Ponca State Park on Thursday, December 14th. Ponca State Park’s Christmas Bird Count is part of a nationwide Christmas Bird Count conducted by […]
Take your first shots with us! The biggest challenge for new shooters is getting started. First Shots makes getting started in shooting very easy - and, thanks to NSSF partnership*, it's only $10! At a First Shots seminar, you'll receive: -An educational introduction to the safe and recreational use of firearms -Individual and group training […]
Hunters and landowners are encouraged to offer their feedback on big game issues during the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission’s public information meetings this winter. These meetings, which are scheduled in each Game and Parks district, begin at 6:30 p.m. local time and will last 2½ hours. The first half hour will be an open […]
Join us for an old time Christmas each Friday and Saturday evening from December 8-23rd! Tour the mansion's 18 rooms, filled with holiday decorations! Walk the grounds and see beautiful lights and decorations. Carolers and Instrumentals perform in the Lady's parlor nightly. Hot apple cider, cookies and roasted chestnuts will be served! There will be […]
Ever wanted to learn how to shoot? Want to learn a little bit about rifles? Not sure where to begin? Try Rifle is your place to start! This safe and first-time friendly program covers basic safety rules, handling demonstrations, and starter techniques. Participants get to shoot on the range as part of this one-hour class! […]
Enjoy the beautiful winter season with friends and family at this Yule Log Festival at Platte River State Park! Activity Schedule: All Yule Log activities take place at Walter Scott Jr. Lodge Noon - 3 p.m. -Pinecone Bird Feeders -Kid Friendly Crafts -Winter Holiday Cooking Decorating Contest: A fun holiday cookie competition. Bring your decorated […]
Want to see what archery is all about? Never held a bow before? Not sure where to begin? Try Archery is your place to start! This easy-going program covers basic range rules and procedures, along with starter techniques. Participants get to fling arrows on their very first visit! And whether archery turns out to be […]
Add excitement and variety to your range practice by joining our indoor archery league! Ages 10 and up. Previous archery experience required. The league will follow the round schedule listed below and run for 8 weeks, with scores recorded each week and a cumulative score for the series. Target face and distances will accord to […]
Hunters and landowners are encouraged to offer their feedback on big game issues during the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission’s public information meetings this winter. Two online big game informational sessions are being hosted via Zoom. They are scheduled for 7 p.m. Central time Sunday, Dec. 17 and Thursday, Jan. 4. Register to attend the […]
Looking for a little direction for your range practice? Maybe a bit of challenge? Look no further! All league courses of fire are untimed and each week's score may be shot any time during the range's open hours, Monday through Sunday. First week of league starts 10/30/23. While weekly submissions are encouraged, the sole deadline is that […]
Looking for a little direction for your range practice? Maybe a bit of challenge? Look no further! All league courses of fire are untimed and each week's score may be shot any time during the range's open hours, Monday through Sunday. First week of league starts 10/30/23. While weekly submissions are encouraged, the sole deadline is that […]
Looking for a little direction for your range practice? Maybe a bit of challenge? Look no further! All league courses of fire are easy to follow and each week's score may be shot any time during the range's open hours, Monday through Sunday. First week of league starts 10/30/23. While weekly submissions are encouraged, the […]
Just because you are picking up your homework again this fall doesn't mean you have to put down your bow. Join us for NASP League and you can practice every week... for prizes! Youth aged 8 to 19 can sign up for this league to practice and compete for 6 weeks, from November to December. […]
Homeschool Hikes is a monthly nature exploration program hosted by the Schramm Education Center geared towards homeschool families. Each month, families can join a naturalist for a guided hike on the Schramm Park State Recreation Area hiking trails. During the program, participants will ask questions, draw, observe, and make discoveries in nature. Participants will have […]
Hunters and landowners are encouraged to offer their feedback on big game issues during the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission’s public information meetings this winter. These meetings, which are scheduled in each Game and Parks district, begin at 6:30 p.m. local time and will last 2½ hours. The first half hour will be an open […]
Homeschool Hikes is a monthly nature exploration program hosted by the Schramm Education Center geared towards homeschool families. Each month, families can join a naturalist for a guided hike on the Schramm Park State Recreation Area hiking trails. During the program, participants will ask questions, draw, observe, and make discoveries in nature. Participants will have […]
Second Shots Pistol is designed to build on the handgun skills introduced in our FIRST SHOTS course. It's also a good refresher for those who are years out of practice. Students learn more about ammunition, loading a magazine, clearing a pistol and locking the slide back, and handling malfunctions. Plus, students get the practical experience […]
This basic USA Archery class is open to students who are new to JOAD and are looking for archery instruction before the next quarter of level 1 classes is available to new students. Explore Archery is a recommended prerequisite but not required. This class section is always open to new students and is prorated depending […]
Join us for an old time Christmas each Friday and Saturday evening from December 8-23rd! Tour the mansion's 18 rooms, filled with holiday decorations! Walk the grounds and see beautiful lights and decorations. Carolers and Instrumentals perform in the Lady's parlor nightly. Hot apple cider, cookies and roasted chestnuts will be served! There will be […]
Ever wanted to learn how to shoot? Want to learn a little bit about rifles? Not sure where to begin? Try Rifle is your place to start! This safe and first-time friendly program covers basic safety rules, handling demonstrations, and starter techniques. Participants get to shoot on the range as part of this one-hour class! […]
Want to see what archery is all about? Never held a bow before? Not sure where to begin? Try Archery is your place to start! This easy-going program covers basic range rules and procedures, along with starter techniques. Participants get to fling arrows on their very first visit! And whether archery turns out to be […]
Join us for an old time Christmas each Friday and Saturday evening from December 8-23rd! Tour the mansion's 18 rooms, filled with holiday decorations! Walk the grounds and see beautiful lights and decorations. Carolers and Instrumentals perform in the Lady's parlor nightly. Hot apple cider, cookies and roasted chestnuts will be served! There will be […]
With winter upon us, it's time to move the archery adventures indoors! Perfect for friends, family, or a date, Cosmic Archery is a twist on your regular range time that features blacklights, music, and glowing targets. No archery experience needed - beginners welcome. Reserve your group under one registration and choose from a unique check-in […]
With winter upon us, it's time to move the archery adventures indoors! Perfect for friends, family, or a date, Cosmic Archery is a twist on your regular range time that features blacklights, music, and glowing targets. No archery experience needed - beginners welcome. Reserve your group under one registration and choose from a unique check-in […]
Indian Cave State Park and members of the Loess Hills Audubon Society welcome participants of all ages and experience levels to participate in the annual citizen science Christmas Bird Count being held at Indian Cave State Park on Thursday, December 28th. Ponca State Park’s Christmas Bird Count is part of a nationwide Christmas Bird Count […]
Take your first shots with us! The biggest challenge for new shooters is getting started. First Shots makes getting started in shooting very easy - and, thanks to NSSF partnership*, it's only $10! At a First Shots seminar, you'll receive: -An educational introduction to the safe and recreational use of firearms -Individual and group training […]
With winter upon us, it's time to move the archery adventures indoors! Perfect for friends, family, or a date, Cosmic Archery is a twist on your regular range time that features blacklights, music, and glowing targets. No archery experience needed - beginners welcome. Reserve your group under one registration and choose from a unique check-in […]
Want an opportunity to get your family outdoors over your winter break? Would you like to contribute to science? Join our Christmas Bird Count for Kids event at Schramm Education Center! Learn more about the birds that call Schramm home during the winter while participating in the longest running community science project in the country. […]
Join us at Ponca State Park for Winterfest! All activities are free during this outdoor family tradition. There will be Outdoor Education programs in the morning, followed by the National Championship Fruitcake Fling at high noon, where guest throw wildlife friendly fruitcakes competing for distance. Prizes will be awarded for the longest throws in four […]
Ever wanted to learn how to shoot? Want to learn a little bit about rifles? Not sure where to begin? Try Rifle is your place to start! This safe and first-time friendly program covers basic safety rules, handling demonstrations, and starter techniques. Participants get to shoot on the range as part of this one-hour class! […]
Want to see what archery is all about? Never held a bow before? Not sure where to begin? Try Archery is your place to start! This easy-going program covers basic range rules and procedures, along with starter techniques. Participants get to fling arrows on their very first visit! And whether archery turns out to be […]
Join us for a First Day Hike at Calamus SRA on New Year's Day! Begin at the Homestead Knolls fish cleaning station for a self-guided 1-mile hike on a grass path on the inner loop and another .5 miles on the outer loop if desired (the outer loop has the best views). Bring your warm […]
Kick off the new year with a First Day Hike at Buffalo Bill State Historical Park! Enjoy storytelling about Buffalo Bill Cody and learn about the history of the park. Bring your dogs and your family members and meet us in the west parking lot for a 1-mile walk on a flat, concrete road through […]
Kick off the new year with a First Day Hike at Wagon Train SRA! Explore campground on the East side of Wagon Train Lake. Visitors may see migratory birds and other types of wildlife. Enjoy the winter scenery on this 1 to 2 mile, easy hike on a dirt surface trail. There will be a […]
Kick off the new year with a First Day Hike at Platte River State Park! Meet our park naturalists at the Walter Scott Lodge next to the Red Tower for a short (approximately 3/4 mile) hike along the falls trail. Dogs are welcome on a six-foot leash. Following the hike, warm up by the fire […]
Join us to kick off the new year by exploring the West Ridge Campground Trail around the Sherman Reservoir SRA! Visitors may see deer, foxes, birds and other types of wildlife. Enjoy the winter scenery on this 1.2 mile hike. This is a dirt trail with a variety of steepness grades. There is a potential […]
Registration for the Outdoor Education Center's GSSF Indoor League Series - Match 2 on January 2 or 6, 2024. For this series, each match will be offered on two dates - attend on whichever day works best for your schedule (Tuesday or Saturday). This is the SECOND match for this series. Competitors must shoot in two out of the three available […]
With winter upon us, it's time to move the archery adventures indoors! Perfect for friends, family, or a date, Cosmic Archery is a twist on your regular range time that features blacklights, music, and glowing targets. No archery experience needed - beginners welcome. Reserve your group under one registration and choose from a unique check-in […]
Do you have a little one who loves animals, nature, and the outdoors? Are you looking for opportunities to explore the outdoors together with your children? Join us for Little Saplings, Schramm Education Center’s early childhood nature discovery program. Little Saplings, a monthly program designed for children ages 2 - 5 and their adult caregiver, […]
Do you have a little one who loves animals, nature, and the outdoors? Are you looking for opportunities to explore the outdoors together with your children? Join us for Little Saplings, Schramm Education Center’s early childhood nature discovery program. Little Saplings, a monthly program designed for children ages 2 - 5 and their adult caregiver, […]
With winter upon us, it's time to move the archery adventures indoors! Perfect for friends, family, or a date, Cosmic Archery is a twist on your regular range time that features blacklights, music, and glowing targets. No archery experience needed - beginners welcome. Reserve your group under one registration and choose from a unique check-in […]
Take your first shots with us! The biggest challenge for new shooters is getting started. First Shots makes getting started in shooting very easy - and, thanks to NSSF partnership*, it's only $10! At a First Shots seminar, you'll receive: -An educational introduction to the safe and recreational use of firearms -Individual and group training […]
Hunters and landowners are encouraged to offer their feedback on big game issues during the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission’s public information meetings this winter. Two online big game informational sessions are being hosted via Zoom. They are scheduled for 7 p.m. Central time Sunday, Dec. 17 and Thursday, Jan. 4. Register to attend the […]
Discover the NEW Nature Center where we will have live animals and hands-on nature activities to explore. The center is connected to the conservatory, where you can see tropical plants and a working greenhouse. We have also added a birding area and serenity garden where you can spend time relaxing and enjoying the outdoors. […]
With winter upon us, it's time to move the archery adventures indoors! Perfect for friends, family, or a date, Cosmic Archery is a twist on your regular range time that features blacklights, music, and glowing targets. No archery experience needed - beginners welcome. Reserve your group under one registration and choose from a unique check-in […]
Discover the NEW Nature Center where we will have live animals and hands-on nature activities to explore. The center is connected to the conservatory, where you can see tropical plants and a working greenhouse. We have also added a birding area and serenity garden where you can spend time relaxing and enjoying the outdoors. […]
Want to see what archery is all about? Never held a bow before? Not sure where to begin? Try Archery is your place to start! This easy-going program covers basic range rules and procedures, along with starter techniques. Participants get to fling arrows on their very first visit! And whether archery turns out to be […]