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Nebraska Game and Parks Outdoor Calendar
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Cold Days, Warm Hearts at E.T. Mahoney State Park
E.T. Mahoney State Park 28500 W Pwy Hwy, Ashland, Nebraska, OnlineCelebrate the frosty season by making memories with the whole family to warm you through the cold days of winter. If conditions allow, we’ll do some ice fishing and provide both instruction and gear for this favorite winter activity. Winter crafts will be available for purchase and our park Naturalists will provide some free nature […]
Discover Ice Fishing: Kearney – Classroom Clinic
Yanney Park NELearn the basics of ice fishing or pick up a few new tips from experienced anglers at four Discover Ice-Fishing clinics in January. The Nebraska Game and Parks Commission’s Youth Fishing Program will host two on-ice and one classroom events. On Saturday, January 14, the Nebraska Fish and Game Association will host a Classroom Clinic […]
Old Market Magician at E.T. Mahoney State Park
E.T. Mahoney State Park 28500 W Pwy Hwy, Ashland, Nebraska, OnlineEnjoy family-friendly Omaha magician Ryan Chandler as he performs at Eugene T. Mahoney State Park on Nov. 26 for the first of several dates. Chandler, who has appeared on television with magicians Penn and Teller, will perform at 3 p.m. at Kountze Memorial Theater. Other performances will be (all begin at 3 p.m. unless otherwise […]
The Salt Flats Shoot 2023
Turpin Outdoor Education Center - Lincoln 4703 N 44th St, Lincoln, NEWhat happens in Lincoln, stays in Lincoln So, that Vegas Shoot? Honestly, it’s not for everyone. But if you still want to compete Vegas-style – with a chance to win payouts – we’ve got you covered in right here Lincoln. Attend a regional version of the internationally-attended Vegas archery event – our shoot will follow […]
Discover Ice Fishing at Fort Kearny SRA
Fort Kearny State Recreation Area 1020 V Road, Kearney, NELearn the basics of ice fishing or pick up a few new tips from experienced anglers at four Discover Ice-Fishing clinics in January. The Nebraska Game and Parks Commission’s Youth Fishing Program will host two on-ice and one classroom events. On Saturday, January 14, the Nebraska Fish and Game Association will host a Classroom Clinic […]
Women’s Archery Happy Hour – January
Turpin Outdoor Education Center - Lincoln 4703 N 44th St, Lincoln, NEMondays in January, 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' advice 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 […]
Women’s Range Night – January
Turpin Outdoor Education Center - Lincoln 4703 N 44th St, Lincoln, NEMondays in January, you are invited to join in an evening of firearm education FOR women, taught by women. Choose from a four-week intro pistol class or a 'next-level' weekly practice and skill-building section, depending on your comfort with the material. The intro class features a lesson and time on the firearm range practicing with a pistol […]
Wildcat Tales: Groundhogs
Wildcat Hills State Recreation Area 210615 NE-71, Gering, NECome along and learn the history of this fun holiday and it’s animal ambassador. Each Wildcat Tales program will include a lesson plan, story, and hands-on activity specifically targeted for early learners ages 2-6 years. The preschool programs will meet at the Nature Center at 10am. Each month is a different program topic! A valid Nebraska […]
Archery 1 – JOAD
Turpin Outdoor Education Center - Lincoln 4703 N 44th St, Lincoln, NEThis 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 […]
Nature Inquiry Workshop Series: Empowering Early Childhood Educators
Virtual Event
Inquiry-based learning prioritizes a learner's questions and ideas by engaging their innate sense of curiosity and awe. As educators we get to be facilitators of learning, here to guide and support the process of investigation. You don't need to know every bird or flower or tree to engage your learners in nature education. Each workshop […]
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Elk Management Unit Virtual Meeting
Virtual Event
The Nebraska Game and Parks Commission is seeking public input on potential changes to elk management unit boundaries. The purpose is to help distribute hunters appropriately and increase elk harvest in areas where increased harvest is desired. Game and Parks will host a virtual public informational meeting on the proposed elk unit changes: 7 p.m. […]