Nebraska Outdoor Calendar

Kayak Cleanup at Holmes Lake

Holmes Lake - Lincoln Lincoln, 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 providing […]

Trivia Night: Ponca

Team up with your friends and family for a fun night of nature themed trivia. Prizes, specials, and memories to be created. Meet at Cedar Hills Bar & Grill on Main Street Ponca. This is a free event.

Event Series Homeschool Hikes at Schramm

Homeschool Hikes at Schramm

Schramm Education Center 21502 West Highway 31, Gretna, NE

Homeschool Hikes is a monthly nature exploration program hosted by the Schramm Education Center geared towards homeschool families. Each month, families can join a naturalist for a guided hike on the Schramm Park State Recreation Area hiking trails. During the program, participants will ask questions, draw, observe, and make discoveries in nature. Participants will have […]

Event Series Homeschool Hikes at Schramm

Homeschool Hikes at Schramm

Schramm Education Center 21502 West Highway 31, Gretna, NE

Homeschool Hikes is a monthly nature exploration program hosted by the Schramm Education Center geared towards homeschool families. Each month, families can join a naturalist for a guided hike on the Schramm Park State Recreation Area hiking trails. During the program, participants will ask questions, draw, observe, and make discoveries in nature. Participants will have […]

Event Series Explore Archery

Explore Archery

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

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 introductory program, Explore Archery has everything you need - bows, arrows, and enthusiastic instructors! You'll learn range safety, fundamentals of […]

Event Series Second Shots Pistol

Second Shots Pistol

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

Second Shots Pistol is designed to build on the handgun skills introduced in our FIRST SHOTS course. It’s also a good refresher for those who are years out of practice. Students learn more about ammunition, loading a magazine, clearing a pistol and locking the slide back, and handling malfunctions. Plus, students get the practical experience […]

Event Series Explore JOAD

Explore 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 Junior Olympic Archery Development 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 […]

Nature at Nightfall

Have you ever wondered how astronomers read the night sky or how researchers study nocturnal animals? Or maybe you want to know what is like to have night vision like an owl. Join us on August 18th, 2023 from 7-10 PM at Platte River State Park to explore nature from dusk to nightfall. We will […]

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Night Sky program at Wildcat Hills SRA

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

Bring a blanket and lay beneath the stars! Explore constellations, mythology, the importance of dark skies and much more on August 18th at Wildcat Hills SRA. This event will take place at 9 p.m. Mountain Time. This is a great opportunity to watch the Perseids meteor shower, one of the best meteors showers of the […]

Curious Caterpillars

Mahoney Park, Lincoln City Park 70th & Fremont, Lincoln, NE

Looking for something to do with your little ones as school starts? Join us Saturday, August 19th from 9:00 -11:00 am at Mahoney Park Shelter #1 (first shelter near the entrance of the park) for a fun-filled morning of outdoor exploration designed for infants, toddlers, and preschool-age children. There will be a nature discovery area, […]

August Archery Adventure

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

Join Nebraska Game and Parks for a fun day of indoor archery! Our summer Archery Adventure is an opportunity for families and friends to encounter an entry-level archery challenge. No experience needed - beginners welcome. All equipment, plus instruction from our expert staff, is included. Enjoy an hour on our indoor archery range, which will […]

August Rifle Rally

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

Join Nebraska Game and Parks for a chance to try a little rifle shooting! Our summer Rifle Rally is an opportunity for families and friends to encounter an entry-level rifle challenge. No experience needed - beginners welcome. All equipment, plus instruction from our expert staff, is included. Participants will get the chance to shoot 30 […]