Nebraska Outdoor Calendar

Event Series Women’s Firearm Club Night

Women’s Firearm Club Night

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

Women’s Firearm Club Night is a once-a-month directed practice opportunity for women – instructed by women. Club will regularly be held the second Monday of each month, 7-8 p.m. This regular refresher is a great way to keep skills sharp, pick up tips and tricks, and network with others in the shooting sports community. Primary […]

Event Series Women’s Range Night – April

Women’s Range Night – April

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

Mondays in April, 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: Rowdy Reptiles

Wildcat Hills State Recreation Area 210615 NE-71, Gering, NE

Bumpy, lumpy and warty reptiles. Encounter local reptiles of western Nebraska and learn the amazing adaptations of this often-misunderstood group of animals. 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 […]

Event Series Spring NASP League

Spring NASP League

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

School archery season is in full swing. Join us for NASP League and you can practice every week... for prizes! Youth aged 8 to 19 can sign up for this league to practice and compete for 10 weeks, from March to May. Prizes include archery gear, arrows, and possibly a bow or two! Don't have […]

Event Series Archery 1 – JOAD

Archery 1 – JOAD

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

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 […]

Educator Workshop: Connecting Students to Nature Through the City Nature Challenge

The City Nature Challenge (CNC) is a global effort for people to work together to find and document as many plants and wildlife in cities across the globe from April 28- May 1, 2023. Participating can be as easy as snapping a picture and uploading it to iNaturalist. Are you interested in leading students or […]

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Event Series College Night on the Range

College Night on the Range

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

Take a break from the grind and try a unique activity! Practice with friends! The possibilities are... well, not endless, but might be fun. Every Tuesday 7-9 pm this semester, College Night at the Outdoor Ed Center gives you the chance to learn, relax, and improve your skills. Never shot a bow before? Not a […]

Community Fishing Event: Broken Bow

Melham Park Lake - Broken Bow Broken Bow, NE

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 […]

Connecting Communities to Urban Biodiversity: The What, the Why, and the How – Conservation Education Lunch & Learn Series

Conservation Education Lunch & Learn Webinar Series 2023 Connecting Communities to Urban Biodiversity: The What, the Why,  and the How  April 12, 2023 | 12:30pm – 1:30pm (CST) To register for this free virtual webinar, click here:  https://outdoornebraska.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJwlf-ivpz0jH9Nzq83A5FR0RuSIB0Dj_FAQ What is Urban Biodiversity? Why is it important to learn about? How do we connect our communities […]

Wildcat Hills Homeschool Program-Fishy Friends

Wildcat Hills State Recreation Area 210615 NE-71, Gering, NE

Let’s learn about our underwater friends, the fish!  We will learn about different types of fish, fish anatomy, and will even conduct a little art project!! This monthly homeschool program will meet at the Wildcat Hills Nature Center south of Gering NE.  These programs will be conducted rain or shine, so be prepared for the unpredictable Nebraska […]

Event Series Wise & Wild

Wise & Wild

Schramm Education Center 21502 West Highway 31, Gretna, NE

This program is designed for seniors who love the outdoors and want to enjoy time in the parks. We will share a variety of nature-related topics with activities indoors and out. Join us on your own or bring along friends of any age. Free program. Thursdays from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. March 16 - […]

Explore Archery for Homeschoolers

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

*This class is open to any youth and/or adults, but is designed to fit homeschool schedules. No homeschool affiliation required.* Explore Archery is a fun and perfect fit for beginners of any ability wanting to get started in the sport of archery. If a student is fairly new to archery and looking for a full […]