Nebraska Game and Parks Outdoor Calendar
Game and Parks Events
Join us at Ponca State Park for Migratory Bird Day! Ponca State Park attracts both amateur and experienced bird watchers! With nearly 300 bird species reported in the area; warblers, scarlet tanagers, northern orioles, red-breasted grosbeaks, indigo buntings and ruby-throated hummingbirds are just a few of the highlights. Join park staff for a day full […]
Join us at Fort Kearny SRA for the annual outdoor expo! This free event is open to the public and is designed to meet the needs of anyone interested in an outdoor lifestyle, regardless of age or experience. Activities include campground games, target shooting, historical reenactments, kids outdoor discovery zone, and more! Download event schedule […]
Join us at Eugene T. Mahoney State Park to make a recycled bird feeder! Learn about different kinds of bird seeds and feeders, then create a bird feeder using recycled materials. Guests are encouraged to bring a few items to recycle such as an empty soup can or a plastic bottle. We will provide other […]
Join us at Lake McConaughy for this Nebraska Bird Month Event! Learn about common birds at Lake McConaughy, make pinecone bird feeders, and enjoy a short bird outing. Binoculars and bird ID books will be provided. Each visitor will go home with a pocket bird ID book and Nebraska Bird Month swag! Located at Lake […]
Put your best sleuthing hat on and join us for an old-fashioned whodunnit in the magnificent setting of Arbor Lodge Mansion. Solve clues, look for evidence, and break the case while mingling with new friends. Participants will receive a character to portray as they arrive at Arbor Lodge Mansion. $30/person. Light refreshments, a self-guided tour […]
Join us at the Fort Robinson State Park restaurant for a Mother's Day Buffet! Buffet menu: Roast Beef, Chicken, mashed potatoes, gravy, vegetable, dinner roll, dessert, coffee or tea! Price: Adults over 12 - $18 per person; mothers, grandmothers and children under 12 - $9 per person A valid park entry permit is required. Visit […]
Homeschool Hikes is a monthly nature exploration program hosted by the Schramm Education Center geared towards homeschool families. Each month, families can join a naturalist for a guided hike on the Schramm Park State Recreation Area hiking trails. During the program, participants will ask questions, draw, observe, and make discoveries in nature. Participants will have […]
This program is designed for seniors 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. Free program. Thursdays from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. March 16 - […]
Homeschool Hikes is a monthly nature exploration program hosted by the Schramm Education Center geared towards homeschool families. Each month, families can join a naturalist for a guided hike on the Schramm Park State Recreation Area hiking trails. During the program, participants will ask questions, draw, observe, and make discoveries in nature. Participants will have […]
Visit a state park for Free Fishing and Park Entry Day on May 20th! Enjoy a Saturday of fishing or state park activities without the need to purchase a fishing or park entry permit for the day. Free Fishing and Park Entry Day, held annually in Nebraska on the Saturday preceding Memorial Day weekend, means […]
Join us at Cody Park in North Platte, NE on Saturday, May 20th for the 3rd Annual Tyler Vanderheiden Memorial Run! The Tyler Vanderheiden Memorial Run offers two unique distances — 2 miles or 5 miles — for athletes. The run raises awareness that walking and running are effective tools in the battle for mental and […]
Uncover the birds that call the Wildcat Hills home! We will learn about research being done in the area, common area birds and even take a short .57 mile hike. The hike will take place on the Nature Trail loop, with uneven terrain with small elevation changes. Bring your hiking shoes and be prepared to […]
