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Nebraska Outdoor Calendar

Migratory Bird Weekend at Lewis and Clark SRA

Lewis and Clark State Recreation Area 54731 897 Rd., Crofton, NE

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 […]

Living History Weekend at Fort Atkinson

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

Travel 200 years back in time and experience history on the Great Plains at Fort Atkinson State Historical Park! Living History events occur from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. the first weekend of each month between May and October. Ongoing demonstrations featuring military and civilian life of the 1820s will occur throughout the park. Reenactors […]

Living History Weekend at Fort Atkinson

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

Travel 200 years back in time and experience history on the Great Plains at Fort Atkinson State Historical Park! Living History events occur from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. the first weekend of each month between May and October. Ongoing demonstrations featuring military and civilian life of the 1820s will occur throughout the park. Reenactors […]

Mystery at the Mansion: Murder at the Hatters Ball

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

The neighborhood socialites have touted the Hatter’s Ball as the bash of the year in the isolated town of Bloodworth Falls. Mayor Riley White has organized the event in the old Bloodwood Castle as a diversion from the scandals that have plagued the town in recent months. Of course, it’s no coincidence the ball is scheduled right […]

Plant Talk & Guided Sunset Wildflower Hike at Wildcat Hills

Wildcat Hills State Recreation Area 210615 NE-71, Gering, NE

Join us at the Nature Center for an evening of discovery in the Wildcat Hills! The program begins with a Plant Talk by Bob Henrickson, Horticulture Coordinator with the Nebraska Statewide Arboretum. Learn about native and regional plants—their beauty, benefits, and role in our local ecosystems. Following the presentation, enjoy a guided sunset hike (approximately […]

Enders Outdoor Extravaganza

Enders Reservoir State Recreation Area 73122 338th Ave., Enders, NE

Join us at Enders Reservoir SRA on Saturday, June 7 for 5th annual Enders Outdoor Extravaganza! The event will take place at Area A Campground and will begin at 9 a.m. Mountain Time. VIEW EVENT FLYER & SCHEDULE Activities: -Petting zoo -Craft show -Activity trailer -Old West encampment -Kid's trolley -Pellet gun range -Trick shooting […]

Rock Creek Trail Day

Rock Creek Station State Historical Park 57426 710 St, Fairbury, NE

Take a step back in time this June and explore Rock Creek Station -  a place where road ranches served pioneers along the Oregon-California Trail, Pony Express riders carried mail across the West, and Wild Bill Hickok began a legendary career as gunfighter! The Visitor Center will be open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. […]

National Trails Day – Bike Rodeo on the Cowboy Trail

Cowboy Trail Shop 14 State St., Bassett, NE

Celebrate National Trails Day and the Cowboy Trail's 30th anniversary with a bike ride on the Cowboy Recreation and Nature Trail! This free, all-ages event will take place on Saturday, June 7 from 1-5 p.m. Meet at the Cowboy Trail Shop (14 State Street, Bassett NE), which will be offering free bike safety checks (air, […]

Red Willow Family Fun Night – Archery

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

Join us at Red Willow SRA for a Family Fun Night shooting archery! Instructors and volunteers will be there to guide and teach participants of all ages. All equipment will be provided, but you can bring your own if you prefer. Meet at the boat launching area near the marina.   A valid state park […]

Stars, Strolls & S’mores

Cowboy Trail, Norfolk Norfolk, NE

Come help celebrate 30 years of Cowboy Trail with an evening stroll to Broken Bridge near Norfolk! Each Moon Walk starts with a short introduction to the night’s program, then we hike to a designated area where we enjoy presentations from local experts in their field. Enjoy a fun scavenger hunt from the Cowboy Trail […]

Chadron State Park 104th Anniversary

Chadron State Park 15951 Highway 385, Chadron, NE

Join us to celebrate Nebraska's first state park on its 104th anniversary June 13-14! Activities Friday, June 13 Beer Garden: 5-9 p.m. with live music from Cheap Date   Saturday, June 14 Run for the Hills: • Pine Ridge Trails Race Series - 1 mile, 5K, 10K and half marathon races are available! • Registration […]

Chadron State Park 104th Anniversary

Chadron State Park 15951 Highway 385, Chadron, NE

Join us to celebrate Nebraska's first state park on its 104th anniversary June 13-14! Activities Friday, June 13 Beer Garden: 5-9 p.m. with live music from Cheap Date   Saturday, June 14 Run for the Hills: • Pine Ridge Trails Race Series - 1 mile, 5K, 10K and half marathon races are available! • Registration […]