Nebraska Game and Parks Outdoor Calendar
Game and Parks Events
Fort Hartsuff was named in honor of the Civil War hero, Major General George L. Hartsuff. On Saturday, May 17th, living history volunteers plan to take over the fort with 1860s impressions and demonstrations from the time of the War Between the States. Cannons will fire at 11 a.m., 3 p.m., and a night shoot […]
It has been a year since the Paramount Casino at Arbor Lodge Mansion has been under the ownership of Bobby Flynn, and he's throwing a party to remember. Invited guests include high rollers, politicians, a showgirl, casino dealers and staff, cocktail waitresses, and Elvis himself! Stakes are high, and there is no limit to what can happen. […]
Looking to get outdoors and volunteer? Schramm Park SRA is holding a volunteer opportunity to assist with oak woodland restoration efforts. Join NGPC staff as we work on planting oak seedlings, brush piling and forest floor cleanup along the Hackberry and Red Cedar trail. Wear sturdy, closed-toed shoes, bring water, and outdoor work gloves. Long […]
Join us at Platte River State Park for a Dutch Oven Cooking clinic! Learn how to cook using Dutch Ovens, which make it easy to enjoy a tasty outdoor meal, just like in the old days! Instructors will share how to season, maintain temperature, cook with, basic tools, clean and store Dutch Ovens. You will […]
Celebrate Nebraska Bird Month with us at beautiful Ponca State Park over Memorial Day weekend! See our daily event schedule for ongoing activities from Friday to Sunday below. Friday, May 23 Location: River Bluff Room in the Resource & Education Center 5 p.m. - Dorothy Pecaut Nature Center’s Raptor Program — Join a Naturalist with […]
Celebrate Nebraska Bird Month with us at beautiful Ponca State Park over Memorial Day weekend! See our daily event schedule for ongoing activities from Friday to Sunday below. Friday, May 23 Location: River Bluff Room in the Resource & Education Center 5 p.m. - Dorothy Pecaut Nature Center’s Raptor Program — Join a Naturalist with […]
Join us at Lewis & Clark State Recreation Area to celebrate Migratory Bird Weekend on May 24-25! Activity Schedule: Saturday, May 24 9 a.m. - Birding hike (short hike on a flat, mowed path) 11 a.m. - Nature kayaking (Naturalist-lead: learn about waterfowl) 3 p.m. - Jeop-Birdy 9:30 p.m. - Glow-in-the dark egg hunt (for […]
Embrace the importance of unstructured, free play as part of healthy development and wellbeing as you visit our new treehouse at Schramm Park SRA! It is a perfect place to sit in a nook with a book, ponder a puzzle, build with loose parts or take in the view overlooking the Canyon Ponds. Admission is […]
Join us on Saturday, May 24, for the 11th annual Migratory Bird Day: All About Turkey Vultures at Indian Cave State Park! Schedule: 5 p.m.: Guided bird outing - "Birding for everybody and every body!" This free birding outing is accessible and open to everyone, including beginner birders and families with small children. Join a […]
Celebrate Nebraska Bird Month with us at beautiful Ponca State Park over Memorial Day weekend! See our daily event schedule for ongoing activities from Friday to Sunday below. Friday, May 23 Location: River Bluff Room in the Resource & Education Center 5 p.m. - Dorothy Pecaut Nature Center’s Raptor Program — Join a Naturalist with […]
Embrace the importance of unstructured, free play as part of healthy development and wellbeing as you visit our new treehouse at Schramm Park SRA! It is a perfect place to sit in a nook with a book, ponder a puzzle, build with loose parts or take in the view overlooking the Canyon Ponds. Admission is […]
Join us at Lewis & Clark State Recreation Area to celebrate Migratory Bird Weekend on May 24-25! Activity Schedule: Saturday, May 24 9 a.m. - Birding hike (short hike on a flat, mowed path) 11 a.m. - Nature kayaking (Naturalist-lead: learn about waterfowl) 3 p.m. - Jeop-Birdy 9:30 p.m. - Glow-in-the dark egg hunt (for […]
