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Wildcat Tales: Web Walkers

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

Uncover secrets from our eight-legged friend, the spider. Learn about their special adaptations, wide diversity and webs they weave. 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 month is a […]

Homeschool Hikes at Schramm Park

Homeschool Hikes is a monthly nature exploration program hosted by the Schramm Education Center geared towards homeschool families. Each month, families can join an outdoor educator 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 […]

Creative Snow Building Contest at Ponca State Park

Ponca State Park 88090 Spur 26 E, Ponca, NE

Let your creative side shine! Spend some time at Ponca State Park where you can build something unique out of snow and have a chance at winning a free night stay in a 4-bedroom mini lodge. * Contest runs Nov. 26th-March 19th * Must be built at Ponca State Park * Supply your own accessories […]

Archery on Fire at Platte River State Park

Platte River State Park Louisville, NE

Join us at Platte River State Park for Archery on Fire! Bring the family and learn more about archery. Equipment is provided and knowledgeable staff will be there to help. Activities • Balloon Archery • 3-D Archery • Crossbows • Aerial Archery (weather permitting) • Atlatl • Tomahawk Throwing • Slingshots • Pellet Gun Shooting […]

Historical Christmas Dinner at Fort Robinson State Park

Fort Robinson State Park Crawford, NE

Join us for the 2022 Historical Christmas Dinner at the Fort Lodge at Fort Robinson State Park! The dinner will begin at 6 p.m. The meal is turkey, pork roast, dressing, sweet potatoes, mashed potatoes, and all the fixings! Tickets go on sale Nov. 7 at 8 a.m. at the Fort Lodge. D&S Market in […]

Murder at the Ugly Christmas Sweater Party at Arbor Lodge Mansion

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

Experience a true whodunnit with a seasonal twist in the magnificent setting of Arbor Lodge Mansion! Join us for a holiday-themed evening of mystery and mayhem as you work to solve clues and break the case.   Participants will receive a character to portray as they arrive at Arbor Lodge Mansion. Costume props will be […]

Little Saplings Early Childhood Nature Discovery Program

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. Little Saplings, a monthly program designed for children ages 2 - 5 and their adult caregiver, […]

Wildcat Hills Homeschool Program-Oh Deer

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

Deer are adapted for living in the Wildcat Hills. Lets discover the different types a deer we have living here along with some of their other adaptations. The homeschool programs will meet once a month at the Wildcat Hills Nature Center.  These programs will be conducted rain or shine, so be prepared for the unpredictable […]

Classic Christmas at E.T. Mahoney State Park

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

Enjoy a classic Christmas tradition at E.T. Mahoney State Park on Saturday, December 10th from 1:30-4:30 p.m. at the Crete Carrier Riverview Lodge. Enjoy a variety of family-friendly activities like holiday crafts and cookie decorating! Free portraits with Santa will be taken by a Nebraskaland Magazine photographer, so bring your wish list! A valid 2022 […]

Murder at the Ugly Christmas Sweater Party at Arbor Lodge Mansion

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

Experience a true whodunnit with a seasonal twist in the magnificent setting of Arbor Lodge Mansion! Join us for a holiday-themed evening of mystery and mayhem as you work to solve clues and break the case.   Participants will receive a character to portray as they arrive at Arbor Lodge Mansion. Costume props will be […]

Wildcat Tales: Winter Wonderland

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

What do you think the animals do to prepare for winter?  Let’s experience the wonders of winter at the Wildcat Hills! 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 month […]

Christmas Bird Count at Ponca State Park

Ponca State Park 88090 Spur 26 E, Ponca, NE

Ponca State Park and members of the Loess Hills Audubon Society welcome participants of all ages and experience levels to participate in the annual citizen science Christmas Bird Count being held at Ponca State Park on Wednesday, December 14th. Schedule of events:  Owling at 6:00 a.m. General bird count at 7:30 a.m. General bird count […]