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Little Saplings Nature Discovery Program

Schramm Education Center 21502 West Highway 31, Gretna, NE

Do you have a little one who loves animals, nature, and the outdoors? Are you looking for opportunities to explore the outdoors together with your children? Join us for Little Saplings, Schramm Education Center’s early childhood nature discovery program. The program is designed for children ages 2 - 5 and their adult caregiver and will […]

Event Series Wise & Wild

Wise & Wild

Schramm Education Center 21502 West Highway 31, Gretna, NE

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 - […]

Take Pride in America at Indian Cave State Park

Indian Cave State Park 65296 720 Rd, Shubert, NE

Join us at Indian Cave State Park for Take Pride in America! Take Pride in America Day is a day for people to get outside and contribute their time and energy to making a difference in our state parks and wildlife areas.  It is a national partnership established by U.S. Department of the Interior to […]

Venture Parks Discovery Fair

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

Nebraska’s Venture Parks are teaming up to host a Venture Parks Discovery Fair on Saturday, April 8th from 11 am – 3 pm at Crete Carrier Riverview Lodge at Mahoney State Park. Attend this event to learn about activities that will be offered in the Venture Parks this summer and job opportunities in the parks. […]

Swanson Easter Egg Hunt

Swanson Reservoir State Recreation Area 36166 Road 44B, Trenton, NE

Join us at Swanson Reservoir State Recreation Area for an Easter Egg Hunt on April 8! The hunt will take place at the picnic shelter across from the marina at 1:00 p.m. CT.

Enders Easter Hunt

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

Join us at Enders State Recreation Area for an Easter Egg Hunt on April 1! The hunt will take place by the picnic shelter and shower house at 2:00 p.m. MT.

Wildcat Tales: Rowdy Reptiles

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

Bumpy, lumpy and warty reptiles. Encounter local reptiles of western Nebraska and learn the amazing adaptations of this often-misunderstood group of animals. Each Wildcat Tales program will include a lesson plan, story, and hands-on activity specifically targeted for early learners ages 2-6 years. The preschool programs will meet at the Nature Center at 10am. Each […]

Wildcat Hills Homeschool Program-Fishy Friends

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

Let’s learn about our underwater friends, the fish!  We will learn about different types of fish, fish anatomy, and will even conduct a little art project!! This monthly homeschool program will meet at the Wildcat Hills Nature Center south of Gering NE.  These programs will be conducted rain or shine, so be prepared for the unpredictable Nebraska […]

Event Series Wise & Wild

Wise & Wild

Schramm Education Center 21502 West Highway 31, Gretna, NE

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 - […]

Reinterment Ceremony for Lt. Gabriel Field at Fort Atkinson SHP

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

Join us at Fort Atkinson State Historical Park for the Reinterment Ceremony for Lt. Gabriel Field! Lt. Field served at Fort Atkinson from 1818-1823. His remains have since been rediscovered. He will be laid to final rest at Fort Atkinson with a service on the 200th anniversary of his death. View event flyer HERE.

Homeschool Hikes at Schramm Education Center

Schramm Education Center 21502 West Highway 31, Gretna, NE

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 […]

Event Series Wise & Wild

Wise & Wild

Schramm Education Center 21502 West Highway 31, Gretna, NE

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 - […]