Nebraska Outdoor Calendar

Community Fishing Event: Schuyler

City Park Pond 1103 B Street, Schuyler, Nebraska

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 […]

Carp-O-Rama: North Platte

Lake Maloney SRA 301 East State Farm Rd., North Platte, 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 […]

Schramm After Dark: Moth Night

Schramm Park State Recreation Area 21502 W. Highway 31, Gretna, NE

In celebration of Nebraska Moth Week, Nebraska Extension Educator for Urban Entomology, Kait Chapman, will lead a moth lighting bioblitz at Schramm Park State Recreation Area. Bring a flashlight, search for moths at the light trap, and learn about moths and other nocturnal insects in Nebraska. We will use the iNaturalist app to document the […]

Community Fishing Event: Papillion

Halleck Park Lake - Papillion Papillion, 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 […]

CANCELLED due to high heat and storm predictions: Community Fishing Event: Lincoln

Holmes Lake - Lincoln Lincoln, 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 […]

Statewide Kayak Clean Up at Standing Bear Lake

Standing Bear Lake 6404 N 132nd St, Omaha, NE

Wildlife need clean and healthy spaces to live and enjoy. And what’s good for wildlife is good for people too! We know our community believes in the need for healthy land and waters. Join Nebraska Game & Parks outdoor educators for a night of service to our local waters while kayaking!    We will be […]

Statewide Kayak Clean Up at Lake Minatare SRA

Lake Minatare State Recreation Area Minatare, NE

Join us for this special STATEWIDE Kayak Clean Up. Other locations across Nebraska will also participate and clean up their respective habitats. Together, let's see how many pounds of trash we can remove from our ecosystems in just one evening!   We will be providing trash bags & gloves for all those interested in helping […]

Statewide Kayak Clean Up at Lake Wanahoo

Lake Wanahoo NRD Recreation Area HWY 77 & Rd 16, Wahoo, Nebraska

Join us for this special STATEWIDE Kayak Clean Up. Other locations across Nebraska will also participate and clean up their respective habitats. Together, let's see how many pounds of trash we can remove from our ecosystems in just one evening!   We will be providing trash bags & gloves for all those interested in helping […]

Owl Storytime

Elleinad Books 5930 S. 58th St., Suite S, Lincoln, NE

Join Nebraska Game and Parks and Elleinad Books for Owl Storytime at 10am on Friday, August 2nd. Enjoy a story, explore some owl-themed items, and participate in a fun craft activity. All ages are welcome! See you tomorrow!

FREE

Community Fishing Event: Kearney

Fort Kearny State Recreation Area 1020 V Road, Kearney, 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 […]

Wise and Wild: Forest Hike and Tree Identification

E.T. Mahoney State Park 28500 W Pwy Hwy, Ashland, Nebraska, Online

Wise and Wild is a program is designed for seniors (55 and up) 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. These events will be held […]

Creature Comforts: Crafting Homes for Wild Neighbors

Papillion Public Library 222 N Jefferson St., Papillion, NE

Join Nebraska Game and Parks and Papillion Public Library for the "Creature Comforts: Crafting Homes for Wild Neighbors" family workshop series. This engaging hands-on program is designed to connect families with the natural world around them. In this workshop, families will create a butterfly feeder to place in their backyard. Participants will also receive information […]

FREE