Nebraska Outdoor Calendar

Event Series College Night on the Range

College Night on the Range

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

Step away from your routine and discover something new! College Night on the Range is the perfect opportunity for college students to connect, unwind, and explore shooting sports in a safe and friendly atmosphere. Join us every Tuesday from 7–9 PM this semester at the Turpin Outdoor Education Center for an evening of learning, relaxation, and skill-building. No experience with a […]

Little Saplings Nature Discovery Program

Schramm Education Center 21502 West Highway 31, Gretna, NE

Do you have a little one who loves animals, nature, and the outdoors? Are you looking for opportunities to explore the outdoors together with your children? Join us for Little Saplings, Schramm Education Center’s early childhood nature discovery program. Little Saplings, a monthly program designed for children ages 2 - 5 and their adult caregiver, […]

$5

Little Saplings Nature Discovery Program

Schramm Education Center 21502 West Highway 31, Gretna, NE

Do you have a little one who loves animals, nature, and the outdoors? Are you looking for opportunities to explore the outdoors together with your children? Join us for Little Saplings, Schramm Education Center’s early childhood nature discovery program. Little Saplings, a monthly program designed for children ages 2 - 5 and their adult caregiver, […]

$5

Science of…Porcupines

Online

Uncover the secrets of porcupines in this intriguing webinar! Learn about their unique quills, foraging habits, and remarkable adaptations for survival. We'll explore their role in ecosystems, behaviors in the wild, and the science behind their defense mechanisms. Join us to dive into the world of these fascinating and often misunderstood creatures. Use this link […]

FREE

Nebraska Master Naturalist June Complete Training

Cedar Point Biological Station 170 Cedar Pt Dr, Ogallala, Ne

Complete Training: June 8th-14th, 2025 Cedar Point Biological Station, Ogallala, Ne Tuition Cost: $500.00 Room and Board is included. Are you passionate about the great outdoors? Do you want to deepen your understanding of Nebraska's unique ecosystems and wildlife? Then join us for an incredible opportunity to become a Nebraska Master Naturalist! Nebraska Master Naturalist […]

$500

Go Explore: Archery

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

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 […]

Go Explore: Girls in the Outdoors

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

REGISTRATION WILL OPEN FEBRUARY 3, 2025 @ 8:00AM This outdoor skills-focused camp, especially for girls, will take campers to the next level in outdoor preparedness. Youth that are new, intermediate, or advanced will all find a path that adds to their knowledge and ability. Participants will gain knowledge useful for single day outdoor trips, more […]

Science of…Heat Survival

Online

Discover how Nebraska’s wildlife beats the heat in this fascinating webinar! From burrowing underground to unique physiological adaptations, animals have developed incredible strategies to survive the challenges of extreme temperatures. Learn about the science behind these behaviors and the role heat plays in shaping ecosystems and species survival. Use this link to register: https://outdoornebraska.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJYscOusqTgtE9Ehv4ikvdDOPoapinQS5kOL?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR3oojJVSYlM7OsuOEkG-FNovTQOyr4EsZ-q0uaN-WdJXi7sSRrpW90nlII_aem_pHdSZZWu5Om1rtthKHZqHw#/registration For […]

Nebraska Master Naturalist July Complete Training

Niobrara Valley Preserve 42269 Morel Road, Johnstown, Ne

Complete Training: July 13th - 19th, 2025 Niobrara Valley Preserve, Johnstown, Ne Tuition Cost: $500.00 Room and Board is included. Are you passionate about the great outdoors? Do you want to deepen your understanding of Nebraska's unique ecosystems and wildlife? Then join us for an incredible opportunity to become a Nebraska Master Naturalist! Nebraska Master […]

$500

Go Explore: Survival

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

REGISTRATION WILL OPEN FEBRUARY 3, 2025 @ 8:00AM Learning how to prepare for adventures (expected or unexpected) without modern conveniences is a worthy challenge. This camp will teach participants essential skills that will come in handy when something doesn’t go according to plan, or might be particularly fun to try on a camping trip. Participants […]

Go Explore: Hunting 1

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

REGISTRATION WILL OPEN FEBRUARY 3, 2025 @ 8:00AM Students will learn the fundamentals of safe and successful hunting, including hunting techniques, archery skills, firearm handling and marksmanship, species identification, tree stand safety, and conservation principles. Students will gain hands-on experience with modern bowhunting equipment and firearms (.22 caliber provided) in our indoor ranges. Campers may […]

Go Explore: Hunting 2

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

REGISTRATION WILL OPEN FEBRUARY 3, 2025 @ 8:00AM Students will learn the fundamentals of safe and successful hunting, including hunting techniques, archery skills, firearm handling and marksmanship, species identification, tree stand safety, and conservation principles. Students will gain hands-on experience with modern bowhunting equipment and firearms (.22 caliber provided) in our indoor ranges. Campers may […]