Nebraska Game and Parks Outdoor Calendar
Game and Parks Events
Each June the National Pony Express Association recreates the Pony Express in a Commemorative Re-Ride, where letters are carried by horseback over the original trail that stretches from St. Joseph, MO to Sacramento, CA. The 1,966 mile, eight state event is conducted 24 hours a day over a 10-day period until the mail is delivered […]
Join us this summer for some stargazing at Eugene T. Mahoney State Park! Powerful telescopes will be set up at the park's golf shack for a glimpse of the night sky spectaculars. The event is free to the public, but you will need a valid Nebraska park entry permit for your vehicle. Stargazing will begin […]
Join us for a nature-filled Bioblitz at beautiful Ponca State Park on Saturday, June 21. Enjoy many nature-themed activities and learn from Nebraska wildlife biologists and experts, discovering and identifying as many plants and animals as possible while contributing to real scientific research. Whether you're a seasoned naturalist, beginner wildlife enthusiast, student or family looking […]
Explore nature-related topics with a park naturalist at Two Rivers SRA on Saturday mornings! On June 21, the topic will be bird identification for beginners. Look for chirpy chickadees or soaring hawks while learning to identify common birds of Two Rivers SRA. The event will be held at the pavilion east of the Caboose Park. […]
**NOTE: PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED** – Please click on this class listing for more information on how to pre-register. NOTE: This is the OPTION A class. This is a full 6-hour classroom course. NOTE: Pre-registration is required at the phone number or email listed below (Please see the class Organizer’s name and contact information listed below). […]
Celebrate Nebraska pollinators at the Schramm Pollinator Party! The Schramm Education Center will be hosting a Pollinator Party event in partnership with the University of Nebraska-Lincoln (UNL) Bee Lab, Nebraska Extension, the UNL Entomology Department, and the Nebraska Statewide Arboretum. This free, annual event is part of a statewide celebration of Nebraska Pollinator Week. Activities […]
Join Friends' president Shane Johnson for an introduction to the Friends of Fort Hartsuff—a non-profit group that supports the historical park through volunteerism, fundraising, and promotion. If you are looking for a fun way to engage with and support your community, this it it! Friends members have all different interests and backgrounds, but come together […]
Get outside for some family-friendly outdoor quality time! Register groups of 3 to 50 (split into pods of five) to experience a guided hike through our archery field course. Participants will get to explore the one-mile trail and make 10 stops at archery stations to take aim at fun targets. No archery experience needed - […]
Fort Hartsuff State Historical Park is a gateway to all kinds of history! Join Shane Johnson in an exploration of the Roman Legions, Spanish Conquistadors, the Empires of Britain and France, and famous figures like Napoleon Bonaparte and Queen Victoria. As a long-time historical reenactor and educator, Shane has an amazing collection and extensive knowledge […]
Join us at beautiful evening, great food and live music by Rascal Martinez at Mahoney State Park on Saturday, June 21! From the small town of Sutherland, Nebraska, Rascal Martinez is always racking up the miles on the road performing around the continental United States. He channels a mix of Americana and Indie-Rock, as a […]
REGISTRATION WILL OPEN FEBRUARY 3, 2025 @ 8:00AM This exclusively archery-focused camp will take students' archery skills to the next level. Youth that are new, intermediate, or advanced will all find a path that adds to their knowledge and ability. Topics covered include range safety, equipment knowledge, scoring, intro to competition, stretching and exercises, and […]
Mondays in June, you are invited to join in an evening of archery FOR women, taught by women. Choose from a four-week intro class or 'next-level' practice and coaching section, depending on your comfort with the material. The intro section features a lesson and time on the archery range practicing with a bow each week. Class goes from 5:30 […]
