Nebraska Game and Parks Outdoor Calendar
Game and Parks Events
Reserve a beautiful, cozy lake view cabin at Lewis and Clark SRA any time between Dec. 1 and Jan. 3 and unlock a 30% discount ($224 plus tax for 2 nights; minimum 2 night stay required). Reservations: Book your stay by calling the park office at 402-388-4169. Optional: A Holiday Gift Basket can be added […]
Enjoy family-friendly Omaha magician Ryan Chandler as he performs at Eugene T. Mahoney State Park! With the camera acting as a giant magnifying glass on stage, be sure not to blink as magic & audience members are projected on a large screen. Chandler, who has appeared on television with magicians Penn and Teller, will perform […]
Join us at Platte River State Park for our annual Archery on Fire event! Bring the family and test your skills in archery and primitive shooting at the range. You’ll also find our naturalist tent with many different nature activities to explore. Equipment is provided and knowledgeable staff will be there to help. Activities • […]
Enjoy the magic of the holiday season at Ponca State Park with lighted hayrack rides through the woods. Rides are FREE and start at 4:40 p.m. every Saturday in December. Guests can sign up for hayrack rides at the Park Office/Resource and Education Center, which is also the pick up and drop off location. Rides […]
Travel back to 1874 and celebrate a historical, 28th annual Christmas dinner at the lodge at Fort Robinson State Park! The dinner will begin at 6 p.m. Mountain Time on Saturday, Dec. 7. Tickets -$35 per ticket (cash or check only) -Limit 4 tickets per family -Tickets go on sale Monday, Nov. 4 at 8 […]
Get ready to go birding by participating in the new Birds of a Feather program at Eugene T. Mahoney State Park’s new James Family Conservatory and Nature Center. This is a program for birders of all ages and levels. We introduce a different birding topic each session to begin the program. When weather permits, we […]
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. A valid Nebraska Game and Park […]
Wise and Wild is a program is designed for seniors (55 and up) who love the outdoors and want to enjoy time in the parks. We will share a variety of nature-related topics with activities indoors and out. Join us on your own or bring along friends of any age. These events will be held […]
The Wildcat Hills homeschool programs will meet once a month at 10 a.m. 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 […]
Join us at Ponca State Park for our annual Winterfest! We'll kick off day with our Early Morning Christmas Bird Count, followed by Naturalist activities. At high noon, guests can participate in the Fruitcake Fling, where guest throw wildlife-friendly fruitcakes competing for distance. Prizes will be awarded for the longest throws in four age categories. […]
Get ready to lace up your boots, bundle up in your coziest layers, and step into a winter wonderland on our Holiday Hike! This December, Wildcat Hills SRA invites families of all ages to embrace the season with a fun and festive hike through nature! Whether you’re an experienced adventurer or a first-time hiker, our […]
Join us at our beautiful Crete Carrier Riverview Lodge at Eugene T. Mahoney State Park on Saturday, Dec. 14 to celebrate the holidays! Enjoy our Classic Christmas tradition with variety of winter activities like making holiday crafts & decorating cookies. Santa plans to stop by too, so bring your wish list. Free portraits with Santa […]
Join us at Indian Cave State Park for the Christmas Bird Count! Come join the fun; learn bird identification tips and see some uncommon species. Please dress for the weather. Bring your water bottles, binoculars, and bird ID book if you have one. A free soup lunch will be provided. (Please register for the soup […]
Enjoy the beautiful winter season with friends and family at this Yule Log Festival at Platte River State Park! All Yule Log activities take place at Walter Scott Jr. Lodge. ACTIVITIES -Pinecone Bird Feeders -Kid Friendly Crafts -Winter Holiday Cooking Decorating Contest: A fun holiday cookie competition. Bring your decorated festive platter of cookies to […]
Enjoy the magic of the holiday season at Ponca State Park with lighted hayrack rides through the woods. Rides are FREE and start at 4:40 p.m. every Saturday in December. Guests can sign up for hayrack rides at the Park Office/Resource and Education Center, which is also the pick up and drop off location. Rides […]
Enjoy the magic of the holiday season at Ponca State Park with lighted hayrack rides through the woods. Rides are FREE and start at 4:40 p.m. every Saturday in December. Guests can sign up for hayrack rides at the Park Office/Resource and Education Center, which is also the pick up and drop off location. Rides […]
Enjoy family-friendly Omaha magician Ryan Chandler as he performs at Eugene T. Mahoney State Park! With the camera acting as a giant magnifying glass on stage, be sure not to blink as magic & audience members are projected on a large screen. Chandler, who has appeared on television with magicians Penn and Teller, will perform […]
Enjoy family-friendly Omaha magician Ryan Chandler as he performs at Eugene T. Mahoney State Park! With the camera acting as a giant magnifying glass on stage, be sure not to blink as magic & audience members are projected on a large screen. Chandler, who has appeared on television with magicians Penn and Teller, will perform […]
Start the new year off with a First Day Hike at Platte River State Park! Meet at 9 a.m. at the Walter Scott Lodge next to the red tower and join our Park Naturalists for a hike to Stone Creek Falls. Following the hike, warm up by the fireplace with hot cocoa, coffee and donut […]
Kick off the new year with a First Day Hike at Wagon Train SRA! We'll be exploring the Area 2 trail 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 […]
Want to get outside on a First Day Hike, but don’t feel like hiking a long trail? Come explore Fort Hartsuff State Historical Park and take a self-guided tour. Stroll the path around the parade ground, explore a few historical buildings and imagine what a New Year’s Day might have been like 150 years ago! […]
Join us for Zoology for Beginners at the newly renovated James Family Conservatory & Nature Center at Mahoney State Park! Discover the field of zoology with an introduction to animal classification, physical and behavioral animal adaptations and how naturalists care for our Ambassador Animals. You’ll meet some of our live animals and participate in animal-related […]
Join us for Zoology for Beginners at the newly renovated James Family Conservatory & Nature Center at Mahoney State Park! Discover the field of zoology with an introduction to animal classification, physical and behavioral animal adaptations and how naturalists care for our Ambassador Animals. You’ll meet some of our live animals and participate in animal-related […]