Nebraska Game and Parks Outdoor Calendar
Game and Parks Events
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 […]
Join us at Fort Hartsuff State Historical Park for this Living History event! May 20th is also FREE park entry and fishing day, so no entry permit is required. Experience life in the 1800s at Fort Hartsuff with reenactors while they make candles, forge items in the blacksmith shop, and answer questions about their life […]
Join us at Rock Creek Station State Historical Park for Birding for Everybody and Every Body! A free birding activity that is accessible and inclusive! This event is open to everyone, including beginner birders and families with small children. Join a guided bird outing or view birds from the Visitor Center lobby. May 20th is […]
The Nebraska Game and Parks Commission and Tout Bird Club will host a birding event on Saturday, May 20. All ages are welcome to come learn about birds at Lake Maloney State Recreation Area at Kansas Point as part of the Nebraska International Migratory Bird Month. The evening will begin at 3 p.m. at the […]
Join us this summer for some stargazing at Eugene T. Mahoney State Park! Powerful telescopes will be set up at the park’s golf shack for a glimpse of night sky spectaculars. The event is free to the public, but you will need a valid Nebraska park entry permit for your vehicle. Stargazing will begin at […]
Enjoy learning from Nebraska biologists while finding and identifying as many species of plants and animals as possible! All materials needed for sessions will be provided. Be sure to dress according to the weather. Bring boots, hat, jacket, sunglasses, sunscreen, water bottle, etc. Lunch and dinner will not be provided, but you are welcome to […]
Join us at Fort Kearny State Historical Park for a Memorial Day Weekend celebration! There will be living history demonstrations on Saturday and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., as well as Monday form 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Reenactors will be at the park to discuss life as a soldier during the fort’s […]
Join us at Indian Cave State Park for “All About Hummingbirds”, the 9th Annual Migratory Bird Day celebration! Schedule: 4 – 6 p.m. Hands-on Activities For All Ages and Make ‘n Take Bird Crafts and Games 6 – 7:30 p.m. Fish Fry -$12/Adults, $6/Kids meal (3 and under free) 9 p.m. Glow In The Dark Bird Egg Hunt […]
