Nebraska Outdoor Calendar

Living History Weekend – Victorian Era 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. This weekend, our theme is Victorian Times. Imagine a world without television, cell-phones, and game systems. The Victorian era signified a certain style of clothing, […]

Dusty’s Pumpkinfest at the Cody’s

Buffalo Bill Ranch State Historical Park 2921 Scouts Rest Ranch Road, North Platte, NE

Visit to Buffalo Bill State Historical Park every Saturday and Sunday in October for some spooky fall fun! Admission: $12/person. Children under 2 are free and must be accompanied by an adult. Valid park permit required for entry. Activities: - Horseback riding & horse-drawn wagon rides - Ax throwing - Giant hay slide - Zipline […]

Halloween at the Hollow

Ash Hollow State Historical Park 4055 US-26, Lewellen, NE

Come out to Ash Hollow State Historical Park & celebrate Halloween with the ghosts of the Oregon Trail on Saturday, Oct. 19 from 1-6 p.m. Mountain Time! ACTIVITIES 1-4 p.m. – Enjoy kid’s games, concessions, pumpkin picking & decorating, nerf wars, a s’more pit, scavenger hunt, shooting range and more! 4-6 p.m. – Costume Contest […]

Branched Oak Spooktacular

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

Join us for a Spooktacular event at Branched Oak State Recreation Area! SCHEDULE 3:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. Head to the east side of the water tower to enjoy the apple sling, Plinko, the fish pond, hula hoop, ring toss, bag toss, zipline, photo booth, a dragon/dinosaur bouncy ride, and pumpkin carving. Pumpkins will be […]

Event Series Howl in the Hills Night Hike

Howl in the Hills Night Hike

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

Experience the Wildcat Hills like never before, at night! Discover all the creatures that go bump in the night during our .57 mile hike on uneven terrain! It is sure to be a ‘howling’ good time! Please bring a flashlight, hiking shoes and a sense of adventure. The program is free, but a vehicle park […]

Event Series Howl in the Hills Night Hike

Howl in the Hills Night Hike

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

Experience the Wildcat Hills like never before, at night! Discover all the creatures that go bump in the night during our .57 mile hike on uneven terrain! It is sure to be a ‘howling’ good time! Please bring a flashlight, hiking shoes and a sense of adventure. The program is free, but a vehicle park […]

Youth Waterfowl Hunt at Clear Creek WMA

Clear Creek Wildlife Management Area 2198 Road West P North, Lewellen, NE

A mentored Youth Waterfowl Hunt will take place on Sunday, Oct. 20 at 8 a.m. Mountain Time at Clear Creek Wildlife Management Area. In-person registration begins at 8 a.m. at the Clear Creek WMA office. Youths ages 11-15 are welcome to attend free of charge. Space is limited to 20 youths; pre-registration & Hunter Education […]

Living History Weekend – Victorian Era 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. This weekend, our theme is Victorian Times. Imagine a world without television, cell-phones, and game systems. The Victorian era signified a certain style of clothing, […]

Dusty’s Pumpkinfest at the Cody’s

Buffalo Bill Ranch State Historical Park 2921 Scouts Rest Ranch Road, North Platte, NE

Visit to Buffalo Bill State Historical Park every Saturday and Sunday in October for some spooky fall fun! Admission: $12/person. Children under 2 are free and must be accompanied by an adult. Valid park permit required for entry. Activities: - Horseback riding & horse-drawn wagon rides - Ax throwing - Giant hay slide - Zipline […]

Women’s Archery Happy Hour – October

Turpin Outdoor Education Center - Lincoln 4703 N 44th St, Lincoln, NE

Mondays in October, 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 […]