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Nebraska Outdoor Calendar

First Day Horseback Ride at Branched Oak SRA

Branched Oak State Recreation Area 12000 West Branched Oak Rd., Raymond, NE

Saddle up for the first horseback ride of the year at Branched Oak SRA! Horses (not provided - must bring your own) and their riders will meet in Area #2 at  and ride trails from Area #2 to Area #14, roughly 8 miles or more depending on weather. Surface is grass and trails range from […]

First Day Hike at E.T. Mahoney State Park

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

Kick off the year with a first day hike at Eugene T. Mahoney State Park! Meet at the NEW! James Family Conservatory & Nature Center. Walk through the conservatory, see the working greenhouse and then explore activities in the nature center. Guided hikes will begin at 1 p.m., 2 p.m. and 3 p.m. We’ll have […]

James Family Conservatory and Nature Center Grand Opening

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

Take a sneak peek at the new James Family Conservatory and Nature Center at Eugene T. Mahoney State Park with its grand opening from 1 to 4 p.m. on Jan. 1st. Walk through the conservatory, see the working greenhouse and then explore activities in the nature center. Starting Jan. 5, the facility will be open […]

First Day Hike at Wildcat Hills SRA

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

Kick off the new year with a scenic hike at Wildcat Hills SRA! Join us on a hike through on the Northlook Nature Trail at 1:30 p.m. Mountain Time. The hike will be about 1 ½ miles or could be extended to 2 miles if hikers wish. The trail is all on the top of […]

First Day Hike at Red Willow SRA

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

Join us in exploring the Willow View Campground/Archery Range Trail on this first day hike at Red Willow SRA! We'll be meeting at Site #48 for an easy/moderate 1.39-mile hike. This hike includes some hilly terrain along with flat roadways. We may see all types of wildlife, but especially deer and songbirds. Dress for the […]

First Day Hike at Louisville SRA

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

What do you call it when you look for birds outdoors when it is really cold outside? Brrrrrrding! Kick off the new year with a First Day Hike along the lake and river at Louisville SRA. We'll explore the trails along the Platte River while doing some winter birding. Meet near the parking lot by […]

First Day Hike at Sherman Reservoir SRA

Sherman Reservoir State Recreation Area 79025 Sherman Dam Rd, Ste 1, Loup City, NE

Join us to kick off the new year by exploring the West Ridge Campground Trail around the Sherman Reservoir SRA! Visitors may see deer, foxes, birds and other types of wildlife. Enjoy the winter scenery on this 1.2 mile hike. This is a dirt trail with a variety of steepness grades. There is a potential […]

James Family Conservatory & Nature Center Opening at E.T. Mahoney State Park

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

Discover the NEW Nature Center where we will have live animals and hands-on nature activities to explore. The center is connected to the conservatory, where you can see tropical plants and a working greenhouse. We have also added a birding area and serenity garden where you can spend time relaxing and enjoying the outdoors.   […]

James Family Conservatory & Nature Center Opening at E.T. Mahoney State Park

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

Discover the NEW Nature Center where we will have live animals and hands-on nature activities to explore. The center is connected to the conservatory, where you can see tropical plants and a working greenhouse. We have also added a birding area and serenity garden where you can spend time relaxing and enjoying the outdoors.   […]

Nebraska Natural Legacy Project Public Meeting: Beatrice

Beatrice Public Library 100 N. 16th St., Beatrice, Nebraska

Be a part of the process to update Nebraska’s state wildlife action plan, which outlines conservation efforts and priorities for Nebraska’s most vulnerable plant and animal species. Public meetings for the plan, known as the Nebraska Natural Legacy Project, are scheduled across the state. Participants can learn about the plan and the science behind it, […]

James Family Conservatory & Nature Center Opening at E.T. Mahoney State Park

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

Discover the NEW Nature Center where we will have live animals and hands-on nature activities to explore. The center is connected to the conservatory, where you can see tropical plants and a working greenhouse. We have also added a birding area and serenity garden where you can spend time relaxing and enjoying the outdoors.   […]

Mystery at the Mansion – Murder in Sin City

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

It has been a year since the Paramount Casino at Arbor Lodge Mansion has been under the ownership of Bobby Flynn, and he's throwing a party to remember. Invited guests include high rollers, politicians, a showgirl, casino dealers and staff, cocktail waitresses, and Elvis himself! Stakes are high, and there is no limit to what can happen. […]