Nebraska Game and Parks Outdoor Calendar
Game and Parks Events
Join us at Conestoga Lake SRA and learn how to fish from a kayak! Meet at the Conestoga Lake NW entrance and look for the kayak trailer west of the boat dock on the north shore. Expert kayak fishing instructors will give you all the tips you need to land a fish from a kayak. […]
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 lots of practice time - games included! If […]
Summer is almost over! But there is still time to Explore Archery for kids ages 8 & up. Learn the basics of archery in this six-session class at beautiful Platte River State Park. Schedule details: 3 weeks, 6 sessions, 2 time slots 9:30 am-10:30 a.m. & 11 p.m. -12 p.m. July 18, 20, 25, 26, […]
Homeschool Hikes is a monthly nature exploration program hosted by the Schramm Education Center geared towards homeschool families. Each month, families can join a naturalist for a guided hike on the Schramm Park State Recreation Area hiking trails. During the program, participants will ask questions, draw, observe, and make discoveries in nature. Participants will have […]
We all see them pretty much everyday. We may even see shapes in them, like dogs, birds, Komodo dragons, the sky is the limit. Clouds are given different names depending on their height in the sky. Some clouds are super puffy while others are grey and streaky. Some clouds are near the ground, while others […]
Our Center Shot Archery Academy* intermediate level class is open to students who have previously been enrolled at the intermediate level OR have achieved the listed prerequisites. Lessons will focus on the form, equipment, and attitude needed to shoot a bow in recreational and competitive settings. Each session includes a short lesson and coaching while […]
Sponsored by the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission, events will be held at venues across the state. 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 […]
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 Nebraska Game and Parks' educators for a partnership at Elleinad Bookstore in Lincoln, NE. On Friday July 21 from 10am-11am CST educators will be live talking about reptiles, reading a reptile-related story book, showing off some live native reptiles, and doing a quick activity with kiddos and families. This is a FREE program, no […]
This basic USA Archery class is open to students who are new to JOAD or who are still working to advance to Archery 2. Explore Archery is a recommended prerequisite but not required. Our Center Shot Archery Academy* course includes achievement awards, skill training, and games with a focus on guiding each student in improvement […]
Our Center Shot Archery Academy* intermediate level class is open to students who have previously been enrolled at the intermediate level OR have achieved the listed prerequisites. Lessons will focus on the form, equipment, and attitude needed to shoot a bow in recreational and competitive settings. Each session includes a short lesson and coaching while […]
Join natural resource experts and community volunteers as we discover the biodiversity of the Wildcat Hills! During a BioBlitz, participants and experts find and identify as many species as possible! All materials needed for the sessions will be provided. Be sure to dress accordingly to the weather (Bring along close-toed shoes, sunscreen, waterbottle, etc.) Some […]
