Nebraska Game and Parks Outdoor Calendar
Game and Parks Events
Second Shots Pistol is designed to build on the handgun skills introduced in our FIRST SHOTS course. It’s also a good refresher for those who are years out of practice. Students learn more about ammunition, loading a magazine, clearing a pistol and locking the slide back, and handling malfunctions. Plus, students get the practical experience […]
Join the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission's fisheries biologists for a virtual discussion on fisheries management during public informational meetings March 18-21. Four virtual Zoom meetings – one for each Game and Parks district – will occur over three days, with fisheries biologists presenting updates on regional projects and providing local fishing outlooks. The informal, […]
Registration for the Outdoor Education Center's .22 & Air Pistol Matches on March 23, 2024. This is a stand-alone match open to pistols from all manufacturers. See information below about courses of fire. All matches are shot from a one-handed standing position. Competitors may shoot up to two .22 pistol styles - Standard or Free. An Air Pistol match […]
Improve your turkey calling skills just in time for spring turkey season in this workshop presented by Nebraska Game and Parks, SCHEELS and the National Wild Turkey Federation. Instructors will show you in how effectively use turkey calls while you are hunting. You will learn different types of calls you can use and strategies for […]
Want to see what archery is all about? Never held a bow before? Not sure where to begin? Try Archery is your place to start! This easy-going program covers basic range rules and procedures, along with starter techniques. Participants get to fling arrows on their very first visit! And whether archery turns out to be […]
Improve your turkey calling skills just in time for spring turkey season in this workshop presented by Nebraska Game and Parks, SCHEELS and the National Wild Turkey Federation. Instructors will show you in how effectively use turkey calls while you are hunting. You will learn different types of calls you can use and strategies for […]
The Niobrara National Scenic River is excited to partner with Nebraska Game and Parks Commission for a Night Sky Program at Merritt Reservoir. Join National Park Service and Nebraska G&P Staff at 6 pm for a discussion on orbits and near misses with a fun activity on planets! At 9 p.m. join NPS rangers for […]
Youth Fishing Instructors are part of the Youth Fishing Program, a statewide team of volunteers and Game and Parks staff who host educational fishing events. Workshop participants will receive training and tools to conduct youth fishing clinics. These volunteers will have access to Game and Parks’ loaner fishing equipment and educational materials for events. They […]
March 25th, 2024 | 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm (CST) Register Here A crash course in why and how to convert from lawn to designed meadow gardens, including plant research, installation, and management. Presenter: Benjamin Vogt, Design & Author- Monarch Gardens LLC Presenter Bio: Benjamin Vogt is owner of the design firm Monarch Gardens and […]
Take a break from the grind and try a unique activity! Practice with friends! The possibilities are... well, not endless, but might be fun. Every Tuesday 7-9 pm this semester, College Night at the Outdoor Ed Center gives you the chance to learn, relax, and improve your skills. Never shot a bow before? Not a […]
Take part in several great activities going on throughout this day-long celebration! Join us for a bird hike, wildflower walk, animal talks and much more! Park permits are not required for this event! 9am- Bird Outing 10am- Wildflower Walk 11am- Critter Corner This event is part of Biodiversity in State Parks, a community science effort […]
Take your first shots with us! The biggest challenge for new shooters is getting started. First Shots makes getting started in shooting very easy - and, thanks to NSSF partnership*, it's only $10! At a First Shots seminar, you'll receive: -An educational introduction to the safe and recreational use of firearms -Individual and group training […]
