Nebraska Game and Parks Outdoor Calendar
Game and Parks Events
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 […]
“All the better to see you with my dear.” Well, some animals see and other animals truly see. Animal eyes are some of the most diverse characteristics out there. From vertical slits belonging to ambush predators, or extremely large eyes for nocturnal animals, to even compound and simple eyes. In this Science Of we will […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Do pumpkin guts drive you nuts? Check out your pumpkin-target precision as you learn how to use the primitive spear-throwing device called the atlatl. Who needs targets when you have pumpkins?! Meet at the Louisville SRA playground for this free naturalist program. State Park Vehicle Permit required. Can't make it on this date? Catch this event […]
This basic USA Archery class is open to students who are new to JOAD or who are still working to advance to Archery 2. Explore Archery is a recommended prerequisite but not required. Our Center Shot Archery Academy* course includes achievement awards, skill training, and games with a focus on guiding each student in improvement […]
**** 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 […]
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 at Indian Cave State Park for a free birding activity that is accessible and inclusive! Open to everyone including beginner birders and families with small children. Join a guided bird outing through the new trail near the pollinator gardens. Meet at the museum gazebo. The birding trail is about 1 ⁄ 4 mile […]
