Nebraska Game and Parks Outdoor Calendar
Game and Parks Events
Our Center Shot Archery Academy* intermediate level class is open to students who have previously been enrolled at the intermediate level OR have achieved the listed prerequisites. Lessons will focus on the form, equipment, and attitude needed to shoot a bow in recreational and competitive settings. Each session includes a short lesson and coaching while […]
Our recreational archery club is open to participants who have previously been enrolled in JOAD at the intermediate level OR have achieved the listed prerequisites. There will be no formal archery lesson or achievements for this section - archers are able to come and work at their own pace and can request guidance if desired. […]
Join us at Ponca State Park for the 25th Annual Hallowfest! Activities include outdoor education programs, pumpkin carving contest, pumpkin roll obstacle course, pets costume contest, cabin & campground decorating contest, trick or treating (5-7 p.m.), and haunted hayrack rides (must make reservations on October 9th starting at 8 a.m. and payments will be required […]
Join us for the 28th Annual Haunted Hollow at beautiful Indian Cave State Park! Schedule of Events TRICK-OR-TREAT AT THE TOWN October 13 from 6 - 7:30 p.m. - Trick-or-Treat along the decorated trail through the old town of St. Deroin. Admission: $2/per person; 3 and under free (includes hayrack ride) JACK-O-LANTERN JUNK & CRAFT […]
Join us Saturday, October 14th from 9:00 - 11:00 am at the city of Lincoln's Mahoney Park for a fun-filled morning of outdoor exploration designed for infants, toddlers, and preschool-age children. There will be a nature discovery area, live animals, water play station, fall movement area, and a miniature nature den construction station. Quality […]
Join us for a free two-day Halloween event at Two Rivers SRA! Activities include hayrack rides, trunk-or-treating, pumpkin painting, a raptor presentation, campsite decorating contest and more! Activities will take place at the Goldenrod Campground. This event is hosted in partnership with the family of David Trost and the Nebraska RV and Camping Community Facebook […]
**** Update: This event may be cancelled due to inclement weather. Please call the park ahead of the event for details at 402-883-2575. **** Join us for the 28th Annual Haunted Hollow at beautiful Indian Cave State Park! Schedule of Events TRICK-OR-TREAT AT THE TOWN - October 13 6 - 7:30 p.m. - Trick-or-Treat along […]
Please join us to celebrate the memory and legacy of Dick Turpin, longtime Nebraska Game and Parks Commission employee, outdoor educator, conservation officer, hunter education coordinator and beloved friend and family member as we add his name to the Nebraska Outdoor Education Center. Dick connected tens of thousands of Nebraskans to outdoor pursuits and inspired […]
Join us at E.T. Mahoney State Park for "The most prestigious art show on the river". Meet amazing artists and view their work of photography, mixed media, paintings, jewelry, wood work, handcrafted artwork and more! Schedule: Friday, October 13th: 6 - 9 p.m. - Wine and Cheese tasting (Upper level conference rooms) Saturday, October 14th: […]
Join us for some spooky, thrill-seeking adventures during our Frights at Height weekends Go Ape Zipline & Adventure Park at Eugene T. Mahoney State Park! Guests will find zombies, ghosts, and ghouls hiding around dark corners of the Treetop Journey zipline and ropes course. The 1-hour adventure is only $37.95/person. Time slots vary based on […]
Step back in time to see historic trades, talents, and other demonstrations come alive inside Arbor Lodge Mansion and out on the beautiful grounds during Living History Weekends at Arbor Day Farm. Delve into the history and talents of the men and women of Arbor Lodge. Explore topics such as farming, business, painting, sewing, needlework, cooking, entertaining, […]
Join us for the 4th Annual Johnson Lake SRA Halloween Haunt at the Main Campground on Saturday, October 14th! Activities 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. - pumpkin painting, kids games, face painting and Master Naturalist wildlife demonstrations (C area) 4 p.m. - 6 p.m. - campsite trunk-or-treating at the boat parking area; Eagle Scout dedication by […]
