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Nebraska Outdoor Calendar

Full Moon Hike at Ponca State Park

Ponca State Park 88090 Spur 26 E, Ponca, NE

Enjoy a guided hike under a full moon with a Ponca State Park Naturalist on the Corps of Discovery Trail! Meet on the riverfront. Dates:May 23rd at 9:30 p.m.June 21st at 9:30 p.m.July 21st at 9:30 p.m.August 19th at 8:30 p.m. This hike will last 45 minutes to an hour and may be canceled due […]

Red Willow State Recreation Area Bioblitz

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

Join us at Red Willow SRA for this Bioblitz event! Enjoy learning from Nebraska biologists while finding and identifying as many species of plants and animals as possible! This is a great chance for people of all ages to learn about citizen science and participate in Nebraska's conservation efforts. Sessions are come and go as […]

Cannon Demonstrations & Night Shoot at Fort Hartsuff SHP

Fort Hartsuff State Historical Park 82034 Fort Ave., Burwell, NE

Kick off the end of May with a bang! 1870s military reenactors will be firing the cannon at Fort Hartsuff on Saturday, May 25th. Demonstrations are scheduled for 11:30a.m. and 3 p.m.. A night cannon shoot will take place at 9:30 p.m. Historical Buildings, Office, and Gift Shop will be open from 11 a.m. - […]

Youth Fishing Day at Ash Hollow SHP

Ash Hollow State Historical Park 4055 US-26, Lewellen, NE

Join us on Saturday, May 25 for a youth fishing event at Ash Hollow State Historical Park! Children under age 16 are invited to fish Ash Hollow’s pond and keep everything they catch. A limited number of loaner fishing poles will be available. A free hot dog lunch will be served from 1 to 3 […]

Birding for Everybody and Every Body at Indian Cave State Park

Indian Cave State Park 65296 720 Rd, Shubert, NE

Join us at Indian Cave State 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 through the new trail near the pollinator gardens. Meet at the museum gazebo […]

10th Annual Indian Cave State Park Migratory Bird Day

Indian Cave State Park 65296 720 Rd, Shubert, NE

Join us for the 10th Annual Indian Cave State Park Migratory Bird Day: All About Pileated Woodpeckers! Schedule: 3 p.m.: Guided bird outing - birding for everybody and every body! 4-6 p.m.: Hands-on activities for all ages; Make n' Take Bird Crafts and Games 6-7:30 p.m.: Fish fry - $12/Adults, $6/Kids meal (3 and under […]

All About Owls at Louisville State Recreation Area

Louisville State Recreation Area 15810 Hwy. 50, Louisville, NE, NE

WHOOOOO wants to learn about Nebraska’s owls, dissect an owl pellet and go on an owl prowl hike?! Join us at the Meisinger Shelter across from concessions to participate. A valid park permit required for entry.