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SUMMARY:Nebraska Reptile Month Art Contest
DESCRIPTION:October is Nebraska Reptile Month! To celebrate\, the Nebraska Game and Parks is hosting its annual reptile awareness art contest.\n\n\n\nAll Nebraskans are invited to submit original artwork featuring Nebraska native reptiles from October 1-31\, 2026. Entries can be uploaded as scanned images or photos here: https://brnw.ch/21wNlEZ\n\n\n\nThis year’s contest includes the following categories by grades: Kindergarten-2nd grade\, 3rd-5th grade\, 6th-8th grade\, 9th-12th grade\, and adults age 18+.\n\n\n\nAll participants will receive reptile-themed “swag” for their submissions in the mail. Find more information about Nebraska’s native reptiles and artistic inspiration here.\n\n\n\nWinners will be announced during the first week of November on the Nebraska Game and Parks Facebook Page.
URL:https://calendar.outdoornebraska.gov/event/nebraska-reptile-month-art-contest/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Wildlife Education
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ORGANIZER;CN="Monica Macoubrie":MAILTO:monica.macoubrie@nebraska.gov
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SUMMARY:Living History Weekend at Fort Atkinson
DESCRIPTION:Travel 200 years back in time and experience history on the Great Plains at Fort Atkinson State Historical Park! \nOngoing demonstrations featuring military and civilian life of the 1820s will occur throughout the park. Reenactors portray fur traders\, coopers\, blacksmiths\, carpenters\, tinsmiths\, weavers and other period trades. The History Trailer will also be displayed during the event. Visitors are encouraged to interact with the reenactors. \nSchedule (tentative)\nSaturday\, Oct. 3\n\n10 a.m. – The Troop: roll call\, inspection\, raise colors and morning gun (flagpole) \n10 a.m. – “Butchering the bison” demonstration presented by Steve Tamayo (Saturday only) \n10:45 a.m. – Cooking bison meat (Bake Oven) \n11 a.m. – Harvesting demonstration: transport wagon from the Sutler Store (north gate) \n11:30 a.m. – Mountain man presentation \nNoon – Noon gun at the flagpole \n12:30 p.m. – Apple press (southeast gate) \n1 p.m. – Military demonstration (travois taking grain to oven) \n1:30 p.m. – Mountain man presentation (cabin) \n4 p.m. – The Retreat: roll call\, inspection and evening gun at the flagpole \n  \nSunday\, Oct. 4\n10:30 a.m. – Church \n10:45 a.m. – Harvesting (rotation of Sgt.) \n11 a.m. – Native dancing \n1 p.m. – Native dancing \n3 p.m. – Native dancing \n  \n  \nVisitor Center admission\n\n-Adults (13 & up): $5\n-Children 3-12: $1\n-2 and under: Free\n\n\nA valid Nebraska Park Entry Permit is required for all vehicles to enter the park and can be purchased at the site. \n\nContact\nFor more information\, please contact the park at ngpc.fort.atkinson@nebraska.gov or (402) 468-5611 or visit Fort Atkinson online.
URL:https://calendar.outdoornebraska.gov/event/living-history-weekend-at-fort-atkinson-7/2026-10-03/
LOCATION:Fort Atkinson State Historical Park\, 201 S 7th St.\, Fort Calhoun\, NE\, 68023
CATEGORIES:Parks
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SUMMARY:Try Rifle
DESCRIPTION:Ever wanted to learn how to shoot? Want to learn a little bit about rifles? Not sure where to begin? \nTry Rifle is your place to start! \nThis 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! And whether rifle shooting turns out to be your thing or not\, students walk away with the ability to be safe and have fun wherever adventure takes them next. \nAll equipment provided! \nAges: Open to both kids (8 and up) and adults – ideal for families. \nCost: $10/person. \nREGISTER HERE \nClosed-neck shirts and closed-toe shoes are recommended.
URL:https://calendar.outdoornebraska.gov/event/try-rifle-10/2026-10-03/
LOCATION:Turpin Outdoor Education Center – Lincoln\, 4703 N 44th St\, Lincoln\, NE\, 68504
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Skills
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SUMMARY:Dusty's Pumpkin Fest at the Cody's
DESCRIPTION:Visit to Buffalo Bill State Historical Park every Saturday and Sunday in October for some spooky Halloween fun! \nAdmission: $16 per person on Saturdays; $14 per person on Sundays. Children under 2 are free and must be accompanied by an adult. A valid state park vehicle permit is required for entry. \nA short horseback ride is included with each paid admission (ages 3 and up). \nThere will be concessions and pumpkins available for purchase. \nActivities: \n– Horseback riding \n– Petting zoo \n– Ax throwing \n– Giant hay slide \n– Zipline \n– Pumpkin bounce pad \n– Corn cannon \n– Pumpkin bounce house \n– Inflatable corn maze \n– Cornhole games \n– Corn crib \n– Critter catch \n– and more! \n  \nThis event is hosted in partnership with Dusty Trails LLC. \n 
URL:https://calendar.outdoornebraska.gov/event/dustys-pumpkin-fest-at-the-codys-2/2026-10-03/
LOCATION:Buffalo Bill Ranch State Historical Park\, 2921 Scouts Rest Ranch Road\, North Platte\, NE\, 69147
CATEGORIES:Parks
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SUMMARY:Try Archery
DESCRIPTION:Want to see what archery is all about? Never held a bow before? Not sure where to begin? \nTry Archery is your place to start! \nThis 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 your thing or not\, students walk away with the ability to be safe and have fun wherever adventure takes them next. \nAll equipment provided. Open to both kids (8 and up) and adults – ideal for families. \nLooking to take the next step in this family-friendly lifelong sport? Be sure to check out our Explore Archery classes! \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://calendar.outdoornebraska.gov/event/try-archery-6/2026-10-03/
LOCATION:Turpin Outdoor Education Center – Lincoln\, 4703 N 44th St\, Lincoln\, NE\, 68504
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Skills
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SUMMARY:Night Sky Viewing at Merritt Reservoir
DESCRIPTION:Designated as an International Dark Sky Park in 2022\, Merritt Reservoir is a prime location for stargazing. Join us on Saturday evening\, October 3\, 2026\, for a ranger-led night sky viewing event. \nRangers from The Niobrara National Scenic River and members of the Platte Valley Astronomical Observers will be there to give you a program and then guide you through the wonders of the night sky at this uniquely dark location. There will be several telescopes to look through. \nTime: 8:30-11:30 p.m. CT \nLocation: Boardman Creek Campground at Merritt Reservoir State Recreation Area \nWhat to bring: Bring layers and blankets of needed. If you have a red covering over a flashlight to protect your night vision\, that is also recommended. Be prepared to ask a lot of questions! \nReschedule date: If weather conditions are cloudy/windy\, this event will be rescheduled for Friday\, October 2nd. Please check this calendar event or check with the park office for updates. \nContact: For questions regarding this event\, please call 402-367-3320. \nThis event is free of charge\, but a valid state park permit is required.
URL:https://calendar.outdoornebraska.gov/event/night-sky-viewing-at-merritt-reservoir-2/
LOCATION:Merritt Reservoir State Recreation Area\, NE-97 & Cedar Bay\, Valentine\, NE\, 69201
CATEGORIES:Parks
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