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Nebraska Outdoor Calendar

Round Raft Adventure at Schramm Park State Recreation Area

Schramm Park State Recreation Area 21502 W. Highway 31, Gretna, NE

Join us at Schramm Park State Recreation Area for a Round Raft Adventure! Round Rafts are the perfect watercraft for floating around in a pond. Look for the Round Raft Adventure trailer in the park area during the listed times. You must fit in a lifejacket to participate (sizes XXS to 4XL). View Venture Park […]

CANCELED – Living History Weekend at Fort Atkinson State Historical Park

Fort Atkinson State Historical Park 201 S 7th St., Fort Calhoun, NE

Living history events planned for Aug. 3-4 at Fort Atkinson SHP have been cancelled. Storm debris is blocking the sole entrance to the park.   Travel 200 years back in time and experience history on the Great Plains at Fort Atkinson State Historical Park! The theme this weekend will be "Preparing for the Arrival of […]

CANCELED – Living History Weekend at Fort Atkinson State Historical Park

Fort Atkinson State Historical Park 201 S 7th St., Fort Calhoun, NE

Living history events planned for Aug. 3-4 at Fort Atkinson SHP have been cancelled. Storm debris is blocking the sole entrance to the park.   Travel 200 years back in time and experience history on the Great Plains at Fort Atkinson State Historical Park! The theme this weekend will be "Preparing for the Arrival of […]

Wise and Wild: Forest Hike and Tree Identification

E.T. Mahoney State Park 28500 W Pwy Hwy, Ashland, Nebraska, Online

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 […]

Celebrate America: Patriotic Quilt Display at Arbor Lodge

Arbor Lodge State Historical Park 2600 Arbor Ave, Nebraska City, Nebraska

In celebration of America, and honoring our local veterans, Arbor Lodge is hosting a patriotic quilt display during from June 24 - August 14, 2024. Visitors are welcome to view the displays any time during open hours, Tuesdays-Sundays from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. The display includes over 25 Quilts of Valor and other quilted […]

Nature at Nightfall at Platte River State Park

Platte River State Park Louisville, NE

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 9th, 2024 from 5-10 PM at Platte River State Park to explore how fascinating nature can be from […]

CANCELED – Youth Hunter Education Challenge at Platte River State Park

Platte River State Park Louisville, NE

THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELED. Join us at Platte River State Park to enhance your shooting skills and prepare for time afield this hunting season and beyond. This free, skill-building competition is for youth ages 11 or older who have successfully completed Hunter Education and have not yet graduated high school. Proof of successful Hunter […]

Red Willow Family Fun Night – Fishing

Red Willow State Recreation Area 72718 Trail 2, McCook, NE

Join us at Red Willow SRA for a Family Fun Night of fishing! Fishing instructors and volunteers will be on hand to help. All equipment will be provided, but you can bring your own fishing gear if you prefer. Meet at the boat launching area near the marina. There will also be a s'mores station […]

Goin’ Bullfrogging at Memphis SRA

Memphis State Recreation Area 799 County Road D, Memphis, NE

Learn about bullfrogs & then catch some! We will begin the evening with an informational session about bullfrog biology, regulations, catching methods & more. Next, we’ll head out to the water’s edge and see what we can catch. Note: NE fishing license required for ages 16 and up. Registration is required. Call 402-332-5022. View Venture […]