Nebraska Game and Parks Outdoor Calendar
Game and Parks Events
*Please note that this class will meet for 6 weeks on Mondays; class will not meet on Monday, December 26.* 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 […]
Mondays in December, you are invited to join in an evening of firearm education FOR women, taught by women. December will be a three-week 'short' session instead of the usual four to accommodate the holidays. Price reduction applies. Choose from an intro pistol class or a 'next-level' weekly practice and skill-building section, depending on your […]
What do you think the animals do to prepare for winter? Let’s experience the wonders of winter at the Wildcat Hills! Each Wildcat Tales program will include a lesson plan, story, and hands-on activity specifically targeted for early learners ages 2-6 years. The preschool programs will meet at the Nature Center at 10am. Each month […]
Add excitement and variety to your range practice by joining one of our indoor archery leagues! Ages 10 and up. Both leagues will follow the round schedule listed below and run for 8 weeks, with scores recorded each week and a cumulative score for the series. Target face and distances will accord to each round's […]
Ponca State Park and members of the Loess Hills Audubon Society welcome participants of all ages and experience levels to participate in the annual citizen science Christmas Bird Count being held at Ponca State Park on Wednesday, December 14th. Schedule of events: Owling at 6:00 a.m. General bird count at 7:30 a.m. General bird count […]
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 & […]
Come join us for a different style of hike! The hike will begin at 4:00 PM. We will have 3 points on the trail where we reflect together out loud for about 2 minutes and then keep moving. Optional: Arrive at 3:45 PM for a brief discussion of historical and other cool information before we […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Join us for Christmas at the Cody's this holiday season at Buffalo Bill Ranch State Historical Park! Tour the mansion’s 18 rooms, filled with holiday decorations. Walk the grounds and see beautiful lights and decorations. Carolers and instrumentals will perform in the Lady’s parlor nightly. Experience the historic barn, decorated festively with help from North […]
**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 […]
