Nebraska Outdoor Calendar

A Haunted Halloween at Fort Robinson – CANCELLED

Fort Robinson State Park Crawford, NE

This event has been cancelled due to inclement weather.   Join us at Fort Robinson State Park for a Haunted Halloween! There will be a free wagon ride through the haunted campground/cemetery. Little goblins can Trick or Treat at our "Camp & Candy" sites. Family/Group costume contest at 4 p.m. Pet Costume contest (time TBD) […]

Light Up the Fort at Fort Robinson State Park

Fort Robinson State Park Crawford, NE

Come out to Fort Robinson State Park to view all the holiday lights strung up around the park! Lights can be seen at Campground A, Loop Trail, and Crete Carrier Lodge. Units are decorated by Fort Robinson staff, civic groups and individual businesses. Valid park permit required for entry.

Fourth of July Celebration at Fort Robinson

Fort Robinson State Park Crawford, NE

Join us on July 4th to celebrate Independence Day at Fort Robinson State Park! July 2-4: Enjoy the 51st Western and Wildlife Art Show. Open at 9 a.m. at the Fort Robinson Veterinary Hospital. July 3: Children's Wall of Art Contest from 10 a.m. - noon. This popular art contest is for children ages 2 […]

Buffalo Soldiers Historical Cavalry Demonstration at Fort Robinson

Fort Robinson State Park Crawford, NE

Join us the weekend of July 6 & 7 at Fort Robinson State Park to witness living history with Buffalo Soldiers of the American West! African-American soldiers of the Ninth and Tenth cavalry regiments (called “buffalo soldiers” by the Plains Indians) garrisoned Fort Robinson for eighteen years and played an important role in northwestern Nebraska's history. A […]

Buffalo Soldiers Historical Cavalry Demonstration at Fort Robinson

Fort Robinson State Park Crawford, NE

Join us the weekend of July 6 & 7 at Fort Robinson State Park to witness living history with Buffalo Soldiers of the American West! African-American soldiers of the Ninth and Tenth cavalry regiments (called “buffalo soldiers” by the Plains Indians) garrisoned Fort Robinson for eighteen years and played an important role in northwestern Nebraska's history. A […]

Beginning Fly-Fishing and Fly-Tying Class at Fort Robinson

Fort Robinson State Park Crawford, NE

Join us at Fort Robinson State Park for a Fly-Fishing and Fly-Tying Class on Saturday, Sept. 28! Anglers can learn the basics of fly fishing and fly tying that will prepare them to catch trout and panfish throughout the state. The workshop, which is open to new and experienced fly fishers, will include all fly […]

Youth Fishing Instructor Workshop at Fort Robinson

Fort Robinson State Park Crawford, NE

The Nebraska Game and Parks Commission will certify Youth Fishing Instructors at a workshop at Fort Robinson State Park on Sunday, September 29 from 9 a.m. to noon Mountain Time. Meet at the Buffalo Soldier Barracks. Instructors are part of the Youth Fishing Program, a statewide team of volunteers and Game and Parks staff who […]

Community Fishing Night at Fort Robinson

Fort Robinson State Park Crawford, NE

Join us on Sunday, Sept. 29 from 3 to 6 p.m. at Fort Robinson’s Grabel Ponds to learn about the recent restoration of these and other local ponds and streams. Game and Parks Fisheries staff will be on-hand to share stories and answer your questions. On the day of the event, head out to Grabel […]

Haunted Halloween at Fort Robinson

Fort Robinson State Park Crawford, NE

Join us for a spooky good time at Fort Robinson State Park’s Haunted Halloween! The event will be on Halloween -- Thursday, Oct. 31 from 4:30-6:30 p.m. Mountain Time. The park will be offering one night of FREE camping on Halloween night! To reserve a site, contact the park’s headquarters at 308-665-2900. Activities -Camp & […]

Historical Christmas Dinner at Fort Robinson

Fort Robinson State Park Crawford, NE

Travel back to 1874 and celebrate a historical, 28th annual Christmas dinner at the lodge at Fort Robinson State Park! The dinner will begin at 6 p.m. Mountain Time on Saturday, Dec. 7. Tickets -$35 per ticket (cash or check only) -Limit 4 tickets per family -Tickets go on sale Monday, Nov. 4 at 8 […]