Nebraska Game and Parks Outdoor Calendar
Game and Parks Events
Join Nebraska Game and Parks staff and Nebraska Master Naturalists for a Twilight Wander hike at Prairie Pines Nature Preserve. This family friendly program is all about taking notice of the natural changes of this season. There will be so much to see, hear, and experience! What to expect: In addition to seasonal changes, this […]
Science Communication 101 December 14, 2022 | 12:30pm – 1:30pm (Central Time) Free virtual webinar, registration here: https://outdoornebraska.zoom.us/.../tJMuc... Learn about key strategies and methods of communicating science in a way that is relevant and meaningful to audiences. Presenter: Shawna Richter-Ryerson, Nebraska Game & Parks Commission This webinar is part of the Conservation Education Lunch & […]
Hunters and landowners are encouraged to offer their feedback on big game issues during the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission’s public informational meetings this winter. Two virtual statewide Zoom meetings will be held on December 15 and January 3 at 5 p.m. Central Time. Register for the December 15 Zoom Meeting > Register for the […]
**CANCELLED due to weather** There’s no better way to spend a chilly day than to get outside and explore the wonders of nature as a family! Join outdoor educators as we discover the unique birds that call Chadron State Park their winter home. Enjoy family-friendly birding around the Lagoon Shelter and pond, and see how […]
Hunters and landowners are encouraged to offer their feedback on big game issues during the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission’s public informational meetings this winter. The format for the meetings will be slightly different than years past. All in-person meetings will open at 5 p.m. local time. The first hour will be an open house […]
Hunters and landowners are encouraged to offer their feedback on big game issues during the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission’s public informational meetings this winter. The format for the meetings will be slightly different than years past. All in-person meetings will open at 5 p.m. local time. The first hour will be an open house […]
Kick off the New Year in the great outdoors by participating in First Day Hikes on Jan. 1, 2023, at Nebraska’s state parks! Nebraska’s annual First Day Hikes are a chance to explore trails, watch wildlife, snap photos and create a lifetime of memories. This year, Nebraska Game and Parks Commission encourages parkgoers to take […]
Start the new year off with a First Day Hike at Platte River State Park! Meet at 9 a.m. at the Walter Scott Lodge and join our Park Naturalists for a hike along the falls trail. Following the hike, warm up by the fireplace with hot cocoa or cider and Naturalists will have an activity […]
Kick off the new year with a First Day Hike at Schramm Education Center! Meet at 10:30 a.m. at the Education Center and join the Schramm Park Naturalists for a short hike along our Catalpa Trail or head down to Schramm Park SRA for a longer hike. We'll have warm beverages and an art activity […]
Enjoy the new year with a First Day Hikes at E.T. Mahoney State Park! Meet at Kountze Memorial Theatre. Hikes will begin at 2:45 and 3:45. We'll have popcorn and hot cocoa for sale and a warm bonfire for gathering out front. Follow up your hike with a Magic Show at 5 p.m.! Seats can […]
Join us for a New Year's Day trek at Louisville SRA! Meet at 3 p.m. at the picnic shelter across for the concessions. Our park naturalist will lead the way with some information on animal tracks! Explore the park to see where you can find signs of wildlife. Prepare for your winter hike: dress in […]
Hunters and landowners are encouraged to offer their feedback on big game issues during the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission’s public informational meetings this winter. Two virtual statewide Zoom meetings will be held on December 15 and January 3 at 5 p.m. Central Time. Register for the December 15 Zoom Meeting > Register for the […]
