Nebraska Game and Parks Outdoor Calendar
Game and Parks Events
Learn about some "tricks" that animals do to survive. We'll explore behavioral adaptations with live animal ambassadors, art, and open-house style exploration in the Schramm Education Center Classroom and make s'mores on the grill. This is a free program; a state park vehicle permit is not required in the Schramm Education Center parking lot. The […]
Learn about some "tricks" that animals do to survive. We'll explore behavioral adaptations with live animal ambassadors, art, and open-house style exploration in the Schramm Education Center Classroom and make s'mores on the grill. This is a free program; a state park vehicle permit is not required in the Schramm Education Center parking lot. The […]
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 […]
Do you have a little one who loves animals, nature, and the outdoors? Are you looking for opportunities to explore the outdoors together with your children? Join us for Little Saplings, Schramm Education Center’s early childhood nature discovery program. The program is designed for children ages 2 – 5 and their adult caregiver and will […]
Do you have a little one who loves animals, nature, and the outdoors? Are you looking for opportunities to explore the outdoors together with your children? Join us for Little Saplings, Schramm Education Center’s early childhood nature discovery program. The program is designed for children ages 2 – 5 and their adult caregiver and will […]
You're invited to be a part of the process to update Nebraska’s state wildlife action plan, which outlines conservation efforts and priorities for Nebraska’s most vulnerable plant and animal species. Public meetings for the plan, known as the Nebraska Natural Legacy Project, are scheduled from October through the end of January. Participants can learn about […]
Most of us probably have a canid in our house- or two, or three. Canids are some of the most common pets in the world, but what about their cousins, the jackals, wolves, coyotes, foxes, and dingoes? These animals are in the order Carnivora and have had a long history not only with people, but […]
Take your first shots with us! The biggest challenge for new shooters is getting started. First Shots makes getting started in shooting very easy - and, thanks to NSSF partnership*, it's only $10! At a First Shots seminar, you'll receive: -An educational introduction to the safe and recreational use of firearms -Individual and group training […]
This basic USA Archery class is open to students who are new to JOAD and are looking for archery instruction before the next quarter of level 1 classes is available to new students. Explore Archery is a recommended prerequisite but not required. This class section is always open to new students and is prorated depending […]
Learn tips and techniques for success during this fall firearm deer season from Nebraska Game and Parks staff. Topics covered will include tactics for hunting deer, scouting, field dressing, what to do during and after the shot, hunting safety, and more! If you are new to deer hunting or are interested in getting started, this […]
Ever wanted to learn how to shoot? Want to learn a little bit about rifles? Not sure where to begin? Try Rifle is your place to start! This safe and first-time friendly program covers basic safety rules, handling demonstrations, and starter techniques. Participants get to shoot on the range as part of this one-hour class! […]
Want to see what archery is all about? Never held a bow before? Not sure where to begin? Try Archery is your place to start! This easy-going program covers basic range rules and procedures, along with starter techniques. Participants get to fling arrows on their very first visit! And whether archery turns out to be […]
