Join the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission’s Fish & Wildlife Education team for a night of relaxing kayaking and bask in the beauty of the September Equinox sunset on Tuesday, Sept. 22 at Pawnee State Recreation Area.

A solar equinox is a time when the sun aligns directly above the equator, rising perfectly East and setting exactly due West. The word equinox comes from the Latin aequus (equal) and nox (night), meaning the sky is evenly split 12 hours light and 12 hours through the day across the globe. Happening just twice a year, this celestial event also kicks start the autumn season. So come prepared to enjoy one last summer sunset.

Safety and basic instruction will be given at the beginning of the event. You will be emailed prior to the event to confirm your registration and any needed details. As well as keep you up to date with any changes due to weather.

This event is free and we welcome you to either borrow a kayak or bring your own!

Meeting location: Meet at the West Boat Dock, 11680 W Adams St., Lincoln, NE

Pre-registration required: Due to limited kayak supply, we do require registration. If you would like to use a kayak from Nebraska Game and Parks, REGISTER HERE

(Note: Kayaks are available to people ages 10 & up, and are limited on a first come first serve basis.)

If you are bringing your own kayak, canoe, paddleboard or similar, REGISTER HERE

For questions, please contact Wildlife Educator Savannah Allen at [email protected].