Nebraska Game and Parks Outdoor Calendar
Game and Parks Events
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 […]
Every year in the spring and fall, Sip Nebraska brings together a passionate community of local wine, craft beer, spirits, and their fans to celebrate Nebraska's beverage industry at Eugene T. Mahoney State Park. Friday, May 6 (4 PM-10 PM) Saturday, May 7 (1 PM-10 PM) A full weekend of unlimited tastings from Nebraska's best-produced […]
Look for the Family Fishing Trailer, where loaner rods and reels, bait and fishing instruction are available free to participants. This is the perfect opportunity for people of all ages who have never been fishing or haven’t fished for years to learn. All participants ages 16 and older need a fishing license. Visit OutdoorNebraska.org for […]
‘Bird migration is one of the most amazing natural spectacles on the planet. Migration is also one of the most physiologically demanding and dangerous events during the lives of migratory birds, and climate change has only increased these challenges for many species. This talk will explore migration, research, and new conservation tools and challenges for […]
Join us at Iron Horse Trail Lake Recreation Area & Lores Branch WMA for a bird hike and speakers. Meet at 7:30 a.m. at the parking lot at the east entrance on the south side of Iron Horse Trail Lake Recreation Area to divide into groups and hike looking for woodland, grassland and other bird […]
The Tyler Vanderheiden Memorial Run offers two unique distances — 2 miles or 5 miles — for athletes. The run raises awareness that walking and running are effective tools in the battle for mental and emotional wellness, and that these activities are vital to helping address mental health and suicide prevention in central Nebraska and the […]
Come along and join us for a birding hike at Fort Robinson State Park. We will meet at the Post Playhouse and walk down to the White River Trails, which is a flat, chipped-rock trail that runs through the park. Please dress for the weather and bring along sturdy shoes, water, sunscreen, etc... We will […]
Join us for an afternoon of fishing and learn fun facts about mammals with the Sherman Reservoir State Recreation Area park naturalist. Fishing poles and worms provided. The event is from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. May 14 at Marina Bay at the park. A Nebraska State Park Permit is required. Purchase one in advance […]
Make like a bird and migrate! To celebrate Nebraska Bird Month and International Migratory Bird Day, we’ll be hosting a bird-crawl! Those who register will receive an itinerary for the day which will guide you as you navigate the migration route through three of our region’s parks. Each stop on the route will include birding […]
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 […]
Celebrate Nebraska Bird Month by making bird houses and feeders from recycled materials! This event is great for all ages. Supplies will be available while they last, but feel free to bring your own - milk jugs, nesting materials, stickers, etc. Meet at Trail 4 large shelter directly across from the marina. A valid park […]
Join our total lunar eclipse viewing party at the Wildcat Hills Nature Center. Wear your favorite PJ as we stay up late to view the Blood Moon. This eclipse is the first of two total lunar eclipses in 2022. This is a FREE program, but a valid Nebraska Park Entry Permit is required.