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Nature at Nightfall
August 7 @ 6:00 pm - 10:30 pm
Free
Have you ever wondered how astronomers read the night sky or how researchers study nocturnal animals? Or maybe you want to know what is like to have incredible night vision like an owl!
Join us on August 7th, 2026 from 6-10:30PM at Platte River State Park to explore how fascinating nature can be from dusk to nightfall. We will have a wide array of activities going on throughout the evening so there is sure to be something for everyone!
Most activities will be located around the nature center/tennis courts/ball field area.
Below is a lineup for the evening:
Nature Center special hours- 6-9PM
Crawdad Creek- 6-8PM
Crawdad Creek- 6-8PM
Canoe/Kayaking- 5-8PM
Live Reptiles & Amphibians- 6-8:30PM
Guided Dusk to Nightfall Hikes- 7-8:30PM (Hiking groups will leave at 7, 7:30, and 8pm)
Moth Lighting (UNL Extension)- 9-10:30PM
Bat Mist Netting (located at the stables)- 9-10:30PM
Astronomy (Branched Oak Observatory)- 9-10:30PM (15-20 minute presentation in Mallet Lodge followed by star gazing)
Live Reptiles & Amphibians- 6-8:30PM
Guided Dusk to Nightfall Hikes- 7-8:30PM (Hiking groups will leave at 7, 7:30, and 8pm)
Moth Lighting (UNL Extension)- 9-10:30PM
Bat Mist Netting (located at the stables)- 9-10:30PM
Astronomy (Branched Oak Observatory)- 9-10:30PM (15-20 minute presentation in Mallet Lodge followed by star gazing)
Concessions will be available at the Marina until 8PM (hot dogs, nachos, ice cream, drinks, etc.)
The Walter Scott Jr. Lodge Restaurant’s Pizza Buffet will be open from 4-8pm
We hope to see you there!
**The event itself is free, however, a park entry fee/permit is required to enter Platte River State Park
