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Camp & Treat at Red Willow SRA

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

Join us at Red Willow State Recreation Area for Camp & Treat! A Halloween camping event with off-season camping rates of $5 off posted rate for electrical and $10 tent sites. The restrooms will be open and water available (weather permitting). Camper/Campsite decorating contest Prize: Three nights free camping on dates of your choice. Kids […]

Haunted Camping at Enders SRA

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

Join us for some spooky Haunted Camping at Enders SRA! Where: Area A campground When: Oct. 29-31, 2022 Schedule Trail will be open Saturday, Oct. 29 @ 5 - 9 p.m. Camper/Campsite decorating contest Oct. 29 @ 6 p.m. Games (all three nights) 5 - 7 p.m. Hayrack ride with hot apple cider and cookies (all […]

Living History Weekend – Vintage Halloween at Arbor Lodge

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

Step back in time to see historic trades, talents, and other demonstrations come alive inside Arbor Lodge Mansion and out on the beautiful grounds during Living History Weekends at Arbor Day Farm.   The weekend is full of Vintage Halloween frivolity as we celebrate Halloween history, customs, and games throughout the 52-room mansion. Please call Arbor Lodge: 402-873-7222 for more […]

Jack O Lantern World at Mahoney

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

Mahoney State Park near Ashland introduces its newest fall attraction: Jack O’ Lantern World. From Sept. 30-Oct. 30, thousands of jack o’ lanterns carved by 50 artisans will be on display along a three-fourths mile walk. The walk, featuring intricately carved, lighted pumpkins, is designed to be an incredible experience to celebrate Halloween, art, nature […]

$14 – $24

Haunted Camping at Enders SRA

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

Join us for some spooky Haunted Camping at Enders SRA! Where: Area A campground When: Oct. 29-31, 2022 Schedule Trail will be open Saturday, Oct. 29 @ 5 - 9 p.m. Camper/Campsite decorating contest Oct. 29 @ 6 p.m. Games (all three nights) 5 - 7 p.m. Hayrack ride with hot apple cider and cookies (all […]

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, […]

Loving Dutch Oven

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

Come along to prepare a wonderful brunch, learn about Dutch Oven cooking and best of all, eat. Cost is $5/person to cover the cost of supplies.  Please pre-register by Oct 29, 2022 for this event at 308-436-3777.  Minimum number of 10 guests.  Please let us know of any special dietary needs when registering.  Participants will […]

Fort Atkinson Candlelight Tour – “The Demise of Lt. Gabriel Field”

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

Join us for the Fort Atkinson Candlelight Tour - "The Demise of Lt. Gabriel Field"! Cost: $20 Adults, $15.00 Seniors, $15.00 for Children (12 and under). Reservations are required. Non-Refundable payments must be received within 7 days to confirm reservations. To make reservations please call Zanteen at (402) 630-0316. Proceeds will help support the Living […]

Cultural & Historical Interpretation Panel Discussion – Lunch & Learn Webinar

Cultural & Historical Interpretation Panel Discussion November 9, 2022 | 12:30pm – 1:30pm (Central Time) Free virtual webinar, registration here: https://outdoornebraska.zoom.us/.../tJwqcuihrD8pEtypHy597... Hear from a panel of professional cultural and historical interpreters on successful methods and practices used in interpreting cultural and historical resources in Nebraska. Panelists will be representing state, federal, and community interpretation sites […]

Wildcat Hills Homeschool Programs-Turkey Talk

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

Gobble, gobble! Come along as we discover the unique characteristics behind turkeys and how they communicate with each other. 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 weather! A valid Nebraska Game […]

Veterans Appreciation Day at Platte River State Park

Platte River State Park Louisville, NE

Join us at Platte River State Park for Veterans Appreciation Day! Family-friendly activities will include trap, .22 rifle and pellet gun shooting, archery, tomahawks, and slingshots. The first 50 visitors with any military ID will receive a token for one free shooting activity. Equipment is provided and instructors will be on hand for each activity. […]

Mystery at the Mansion

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

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. $25/person - Murder Among Mateys (Nov […]