Nebraska Game and Parks Outdoor Calendar
Game and Parks Events
October is Nebraska Reptile Month! To celebrate Nebraska Game and Parks is hosting the annual K-12 Reptile Month Art Contest. K-12 Nebraska students are welcome to submit their original artwork of a native Nebraska reptile through October 17th to outdoornebraska.gov/reptileart **The link will not be open until September 5** This could be a line drawing, painting, […]
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. September 24 & 25, the Annual Table Creek Rendezvous comes to the Arbor Lodge grounds for a Mountain Man era encampment. Enjoy […]
Join Nebraska Game and Parks and partners on September 25th from 3:00 PM- 5:00 PM at Chalco Hills Natural Resources Center for “Monarchs and Migrations''. This bilingual event will be a celebration of monarchs, their incredible migration, and their connection to Latino culture. Activities will include monarch tagging, educational activities, and booths from partner organizations. […]
Mondays in September, you are invited to join in an evening of archery FOR women, taught by women. *Please note that this class will meet Aug 29, skipping Sep 5 (Labor Day), and then resume for the remaining three weeks of September.* Choose from a four-week intro class or 'next-level' advice section, depending on your […]
Mondays in September, you are invited to join in an evening of firearm education FOR women, taught by women. *Please note that this class will meet Aug 29, skipping Sep 5 (Labor Day), and then resume for the remaining three weeks of September.* Choose from a four-week intro pistol class, a 'next-level' weekly practice and […]
Registration for the Outdoor Education Center's GSSF Indoor League Series - Match 2 on September 27 -or- October 1, 2022. For this series, each match will be offered on two dates - attend on whichever day works best for your schedule (Tuesday or Saturday). This is the SECOND match for this series. Competitors must shoot in two out of the three […]
The Outdoor Classroom, found at the Northeast District Office of the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission, is a place for young and old to be inspired by unstructured outdoor play. Climbing trees, digging, turning over logs to find critters are a foundational part of development in early childhood. Connecting or reconnecting with nature as adults […]
A nature journal is an extremely powerful tool for unlocking your creativity and being present in the moment. And paying attention to your surrounding environment can deepen meaning found during the time you spend in nature. You can even look back on your observations from the past to help track patterns in the world around […]
This program is designed for seniors who love the outdoors and want to enjoy time in the parks. We will share a variety of nature-related topics with activities indoors and out. Join us on your own or bring along friends of any age. Free program. Thursdays from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. September 1 - […]
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 […]
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 […]
Mahoney State Park near Ashland introduces its newest fall attraction: Jack O’ Lantern World. From Sept. 30-Oct. 30, thousands of jack o’ lanterns carved by 50 artisans will be on display along a three-fourths mile walk. The walk, featuring intricately carved, lighted pumpkins, is designed to be an incredible experience to celebrate Halloween, art, nature […]
Come volunteer with the State Archeology Office (SAO), a division of History Nebraska, on a weekend community archeological excavation at Fort Atkinson State Historical Park (http://outdoornebraska.gov/fortatkinson/). This excavation is being conducted with assistance from the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission in conjunction with Nebraska Archeology Month and the final Living History Day of 2022 at […]
Registration for the Outdoor Education Center's GSSF Indoor League Series - Match 2 on September 27 -or- October 1, 2022. For this series, each match will be offered on two dates - attend on whichever day works best for your schedule (Tuesday or Saturday). This is the SECOND match for this series. Competitors must shoot in two out of the three […]
Horse owners: Come to Enders Reservoir State Recreation Area for the annual Enders Trail Ride. The trail ride will be about two hours of riding through the state recreation area where visitors will be able to view wildlife and beautiful scenery from the beach and through the wooded areas of the SRA. This ride is […]
Join us at Fort Atkinson State Historical Park for a Living History Weekend: Harvesting 1820 Style! Throughout the day, living history reenactors will be presenting as spinners, weavers, trader’s cabin, blacksmith/tinsmith, cooper and more! Guests are invited to participate in an archeological dig that will be taking place on the west side of the barracks […]
Join us at Fort Atkinson State Historical Park for a Living History Weekend: Harvesting 1820 Style! Throughout the day, living history reenactors will be presenting as spinners, weavers, trader’s cabin, blacksmith/tinsmith, cooper and more! Guests are invited to participate in an archeological dig that will be taking place on the west side of the barracks […]
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. Learn more about the ethnic heritage and customs of early Nebraskans. We will have representatives of various ethnic groups sharing information and […]
Join us for the 2022 Family Rendezvous at Platte River State Park - Roger G. Sykes Outdoor Heritage Education Complex Enjoy a day of fall outdoor fun! Bring the whole family and spend the day enjoying: -hatchet throwing-archery-sling shots- -reptile shows and more! Participants will be allowed to bring their personal muzzle-loaders to sight-in before […]
Mondays in October, you are invited to join in an evening of archery FOR women, taught by women. Choose from a four-week intro class or 'next-level' advice section, depending on your comfort with the material. The intro section features a lesson and time on the archery range practicing with a bow each week. Class goes from 5:30 […]
Mondays in October, you are invited to join in an evening of firearm education FOR women, taught by women. Choose from a four-week intro pistol class or a 'next-level' weekly practice and skill-building section, depending on your comfort with the material. The intro class features a lesson and time on the firearm range practicing with a pistol […]
Mahoney State Park near Ashland introduces its newest fall attraction: Jack O’ Lantern World. From Sept. 30-Oct. 30, thousands of jack o’ lanterns carved by 50 artisans will be on display along a three-fourths mile walk. The walk, featuring intricately carved, lighted pumpkins, is designed to be an incredible experience to celebrate Halloween, art, nature […]
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 […]
The Outdoor Classroom, found at the Northeast District Office of the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission, is a place for young and old to be inspired by unstructured outdoor play. Climbing trees, digging, turning over logs to find critters are a foundational part of development in early childhood. Connecting or reconnecting with nature as adults […]
Mahoney State Park near Ashland introduces its newest fall attraction: Jack O’ Lantern World. From Sept. 30-Oct. 30, thousands of jack o’ lanterns carved by 50 artisans will be on display along a three-fourths mile walk. The walk, featuring intricately carved, lighted pumpkins, is designed to be an incredible experience to celebrate Halloween, art, nature […]
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. Little Saplings, a monthly program designed for children ages 2 - 5 and their adult caregiver, […]
Visually and sensory impaired guests will have the opportunity to touch, feel, hear and smell at interpretative stations located throughout the Zoo. Nature experts from organizations across Nebraska will engage visitors at each station. Sensory Safari is a partnership with the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission, Lincoln Children's Zoo, Mary F. Tous Charitable Foundation and […]
Mahoney State Park near Ashland introduces its newest fall attraction: Jack O’ Lantern World. From Sept. 30-Oct. 30, thousands of jack o’ lanterns carved by 50 artisans will be on display along a three-fourths mile walk. The walk, featuring intricately carved, lighted pumpkins, is designed to be an incredible experience to celebrate Halloween, art, nature […]
Being the largest group in the reptile family, lizards, at least in my opinion, may be one of the most overlooked herpetofauna in Nebraska. It seems that turtles and snakes get all the attention, even though lizards and snakes are very closely related and share the same order. This group has a massive variation ranging […]
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 […]
Mahoney State Park near Ashland introduces its newest fall attraction: Jack O’ Lantern World. From Sept. 30-Oct. 30, thousands of jack o’ lanterns carved by 50 artisans will be on display along a three-fourths mile walk. The walk, featuring intricately carved, lighted pumpkins, is designed to be an incredible experience to celebrate Halloween, art, nature […]
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 […]
Mahoney State Park near Ashland introduces its newest fall attraction: Jack O’ Lantern World. From Sept. 30-Oct. 30, thousands of jack o’ lanterns carved by 50 artisans will be on display along a three-fourths mile walk. The walk, featuring intricately carved, lighted pumpkins, is designed to be an incredible experience to celebrate Halloween, art, nature […]
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 […]
Stop and sit awhile at this very relaxing birding event at the scenic Wildcat Hills Nature Center. From the comfort of our chairs, we will record all the bird species we observe. Budding birders are welcome and we will have binoculars for anyone to use. Plus, the Bird Conservancy of the Rockies songbird banding station […]
Join us for the 24th Annual Hallowfest at Ponca State Park! When: Saturday, October 8 & Saturday, October 15. Activity schedule (each Saturday) 9 - 11 a.m. - Archery in the Eric Wiebe Shooting Complex. $1 for 6 arrows; all equipment is provided. 1 p.m. - Bowling with pumpkins down a hillside, through an obstacle […]
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. Imagine what it would be like to attend classes in a one-room schoolhouse by discovering the subjects, books, and techniques used by […]
The Big Sit is a friendly challenge that asks the question "How many birds can we count from one location?" Hosting the event will be staff from Spring Creek Prairie Audubon, Nebraska Game and Parks Commission, and Nebraska's Birdability Captain for this free, fun, and accessible event. Join us for food, fun, and (of course) […]
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. Imagine what it would be like to attend classes in a one-room schoolhouse by discovering the subjects, books, and techniques used by […]
Mahoney State Park near Ashland introduces its newest fall attraction: Jack O’ Lantern World. From Sept. 30-Oct. 30, thousands of jack o’ lanterns carved by 50 artisans will be on display along a three-fourths mile walk. The walk, featuring intricately carved, lighted pumpkins, is designed to be an incredible experience to celebrate Halloween, art, nature […]
Mondays in October, you are invited to join in an evening of archery FOR women, taught by women. Choose from a four-week intro class or 'next-level' advice section, depending on your comfort with the material. The intro section features a lesson and time on the archery range practicing with a bow each week. Class goes from 5:30 […]
Join us on Indigenous Peoples Day at Buffalo Bill Ranch State Historical Park for the North Platte Powwow! Guest speaker and storyteller Reginald Little Killer, a Lakota Elder from Kyle, South Dakota, will bring Native American culture to life with tales beginning at 5 p.m. CST. Meet at the east porch of the Cody Mansion. […]
Mondays in October, you are invited to join in an evening of firearm education FOR women, taught by women. Choose from a four-week intro pistol class or a 'next-level' weekly practice and skill-building section, depending on your comfort with the material. The intro class features a lesson and time on the firearm range practicing with a pistol […]
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 […]
Mahoney State Park near Ashland introduces its newest fall attraction: Jack O’ Lantern World. From Sept. 30-Oct. 30, thousands of jack o’ lanterns carved by 50 artisans will be on display along a three-fourths mile walk. The walk, featuring intricately carved, lighted pumpkins, is designed to be an incredible experience to celebrate Halloween, art, nature […]
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 […]
Are you interested in Nature Journaling but aren't quite sure where to start? This month we are celebrating the Nebraska Inktober Challenge, which provides the perfect platform to get started with journaling. Join us for this one-hour intro to nature journaling workshop and learn more about how you can incorporate the Nebraska Inktober Challenge along […]
Mahoney State Park near Ashland introduces its newest fall attraction: Jack O’ Lantern World. From Sept. 30-Oct. 30, thousands of jack o’ lanterns carved by 50 artisans will be on display along a three-fourths mile walk. The walk, featuring intricately carved, lighted pumpkins, is designed to be an incredible experience to celebrate Halloween, art, nature […]
Uncover secrets from our flying mammal friend, the bat. Learn about their special adaptations, wide diversity and common misconceptions. This monthly homeschool program will meet at the Wildcat Hills Nature Center south of Gering NE. These programs will be conducted rain or shine, so be prepared for the unpredictable Nebraska weather! A valid Nebraska Game […]
The darkness has always been a little bit of a mystery to those that are diurnal (animals that are awake during the day), but for nocturnal animals, the dark is a place of comfort. These animals such as opossums, raccoons, skunks, and owls all have developed specific physical traits that let them wander in the […]
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 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 […]
Mahoney State Park near Ashland introduces its newest fall attraction: Jack O’ Lantern World. From Sept. 30-Oct. 30, thousands of jack o’ lanterns carved by 50 artisans will be on display along a three-fourths mile walk. The walk, featuring intricately carved, lighted pumpkins, is designed to be an incredible experience to celebrate Halloween, art, nature […]
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 […]
Enjoy some outdoor family-friendly spooky time this October! Register groups of 2 to 10 to experience a guided fall hike through our archery field course. Participants will get to explore the twisted trail and make 12 stops at archery stations to take aim at wickedly fun targets. No archery experience needed - beginners welcome! Get […]
Please join us for our annual River Valley Artisan and Craft Market show. Shop hand-crafted, locally-made items at the new Crete Carrier Riverview Lodge at beautiful Eugene T. Mahoney State Park! Start your holiday shopping early with handmade arts and craft items. Our show features items such as designer etched glassware, jewelry, crocheted items, beautiful […]
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. This weekend, the theme is Victorian Times. Imagine a world without television, cell-phones, and game systems. The Victorian era signified a certain […]
Mondays in October, you are invited to join in an evening of archery FOR women, taught by women. Choose from a four-week intro class or 'next-level' advice section, depending on your comfort with the material. The intro section features a lesson and time on the archery range practicing with a bow each week. Class goes from 5:30 […]
Mondays in October, you are invited to join in an evening of firearm education FOR women, taught by women. Choose from a four-week intro pistol class or a 'next-level' weekly practice and skill-building section, depending on your comfort with the material. The intro class features a lesson and time on the firearm range practicing with a pistol […]
Mahoney State Park near Ashland introduces its newest fall attraction: Jack O’ Lantern World. From Sept. 30-Oct. 30, thousands of jack o’ lanterns carved by 50 artisans will be on display along a three-fourths mile walk. The walk, featuring intricately carved, lighted pumpkins, is designed to be an incredible experience to celebrate Halloween, art, nature […]
Tag along as we explore the winged mammals of the night, bats! 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 is a different program topic! A valid Nebraska Game and […]
The Outdoor Classroom, found at the Northeast District Office of the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission, is a place for young and old to be inspired by unstructured outdoor play. Climbing trees, digging, turning over logs to find critters are a foundational part of development in early childhood. Connecting or reconnecting with nature as adults […]
Nebraska is home to nine species of turtles, found throughout our state in a variety of habitats. How do these turtles differ, where are they found, and what incredible adaptations do they have? Join us as we explore the terrific world of turtles, and learn more about our shelled Nebraska neighbors. This is a FREE […]
In celebration of October as Nebraska Reptile Month, Nebraska Game & Parks and the School of Natural Resources will be hosting a large-scale family-friendly reptile fun night! Join us at Hardin Hall (33rd & Holdrege, Lincoln, NE) from 4:30-8:00pm on Thursday October 20, 2022 for a night to celebrate reptiles. Dennis Ferraro (UNL Herpetologist) 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 […]
Mahoney State Park near Ashland introduces its newest fall attraction: Jack O’ Lantern World. From Sept. 30-Oct. 30, thousands of jack o’ lanterns carved by 50 artisans will be on display along a three-fourths mile walk. The walk, featuring intricately carved, lighted pumpkins, is designed to be an incredible experience to celebrate Halloween, art, nature […]
Join us for a Hiking Stick Workshop with Julie Fjell! Julie Fjell is a local artist, designer and freelance art educator who is known for her work with vibrant colors and carefree patterns. She is skilled in pottery, stamped jewelry and illustration. Schramm Education Center is excited to partner with Julie for this unique Outdoor […]
Mahoney State Park near Ashland introduces its newest fall attraction: Jack O’ Lantern World. From Sept. 30-Oct. 30, thousands of jack o’ lanterns carved by 50 artisans will be on display along a three-fourths mile walk. The walk, featuring intricately carved, lighted pumpkins, is designed to be an incredible experience to celebrate Halloween, art, nature […]
Enjoy some outdoor family-friendly spooky time this October! Register groups of 2 to 10 to experience a guided fall hike through our archery field course. Participants will get to explore the twisted trail and make 12 stops at archery stations to take aim at wickedly fun targets. No archery experience needed - beginners welcome! Get […]
Step back in time to see historic trades, talents, and other demonstrations come alive inside Arbor Lodge Mansion and out on the beautiful grounds of Nebraska City’s National Historic Landmark. Head to Arbor Lodge October 22 and 23 to discover the amazing evolution of salt and how Morton Salt revolutionized the industry. Plus, learn about some “salty […]
Learn to teach youth and families the lifelong activity of fishing by becoming certified as a youth fishing instructor! This workshop is FREE and open to the public. Registration is not required. Youth fishing instructors will receive training and tools to conduct fishing clinics. These volunteers will have access to the Commission’s loaner fishing equipment […]
Looking for a little direction for your range practice? Maybe a bit of challenge? Look no further! All league courses of fire are untimed and each week's score may be shot any time during the range's open hours, Monday through Sunday. While weekly submissions are encouraged, the sole deadline is that all targets must be submitted by […]
Looking for a little direction for your range practice? Maybe a bit of challenge? Look no further! All league courses of fire are untimed and each week's score may be shot any time during the range's open hours, Monday through Sunday. While weekly submissions are encouraged, the sole deadline is that all targets must be submitted by […]
Looking for a little direction for your range practice? Maybe a bit of challenge? Look no further! All league courses of fire are untimed and each week's score may be shot any time during the range's open hours, Monday through Sunday. While weekly submissions are encouraged, the sole deadline is that all targets must be submitted by […]
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 […]
Mahoney State Park near Ashland introduces its newest fall attraction: Jack O’ Lantern World. From Sept. 30-Oct. 30, thousands of jack o’ lanterns carved by 50 artisans will be on display along a three-fourths mile walk. The walk, featuring intricately carved, lighted pumpkins, is designed to be an incredible experience to celebrate Halloween, art, nature […]
Mahoney State Park near Ashland introduces its newest fall attraction: Jack O’ Lantern World. From Sept. 30-Oct. 30, thousands of jack o’ lanterns carved by 50 artisans will be on display along a three-fourths mile walk. The walk, featuring intricately carved, lighted pumpkins, is designed to be an incredible experience to celebrate Halloween, art, nature […]
Tree identification can be super difficult, but something what makes it even easier to identify species is seeds and leaves. Seeds like pincones, and sweetgums are easy to spot, but what about acorns, and sycamores, and hackberry seeds? Trees are so vastly diverse here in Nebraska and we will need a whole Science Of episode […]
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 […]
Mahoney State Park near Ashland introduces its newest fall attraction: Jack O’ Lantern World. From Sept. 30-Oct. 30, thousands of jack o’ lanterns carved by 50 artisans will be on display along a three-fourths mile walk. The walk, featuring intricately carved, lighted pumpkins, is designed to be an incredible experience to celebrate Halloween, art, nature […]
Join us at Red Willow State Recreation Area for Camp & Treat! A Halloween camping event with off-season camping rates of $5 off posted rate for electrical and $10 tent sites. The restrooms will be open and water available (weather permitting). Camper/Campsite decorating contest Prize: Three nights free camping on dates of your choice. Kids […]
Mahoney State Park near Ashland introduces its newest fall attraction: Jack O’ Lantern World. From Sept. 30-Oct. 30, thousands of jack o’ lanterns carved by 50 artisans will be on display along a three-fourths mile walk. The walk, featuring intricately carved, lighted pumpkins, is designed to be an incredible experience to celebrate Halloween, art, nature […]
Join us at Red Willow State Recreation Area for Camp & Treat! A Halloween camping event with off-season camping rates of $5 off posted rate for electrical and $10 tent sites. The restrooms will be open and water available (weather permitting). Camper/Campsite decorating contest Prize: Three nights free camping on dates of your choice. Kids […]
Join us for some spooky Haunted Camping at Enders SRA! Where: Area A campground When: Oct. 29-31, 2022 Schedule Trail will be open Saturday, Oct. 29 @ 5 - 9 p.m. Camper/Campsite decorating contest Oct. 29 @ 6 p.m. Games (all three nights) 5 - 7 p.m. Hayrack ride with hot apple cider and cookies (all […]
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. The weekend is full of Vintage Halloween frivolity as we celebrate Halloween history, customs, and games throughout the 52-room mansion. Please call Arbor Lodge: 402-873-7222 for more […]
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 […]
Fort Robinson State Park’s Haunted Halloween is returning for its second year! Join us on Saturday, Oct. 29, from 4:30 to 7 p.m. at the park’s Parade Ground and Buffalo Soldiers Barracks. Throughout the evening, the park will offer free wagon rides and visitors can dine on chili soup and a roll for $5. The […]
Join us at Red Willow State Recreation Area for Camp & Treat! A Halloween camping event with off-season camping rates of $5 off posted rate for electrical and $10 tent sites. The restrooms will be open and water available (weather permitting). Camper/Campsite decorating contest Prize: Three nights free camping on dates of your choice. Kids […]
Join us for some spooky Haunted Camping at Enders SRA! Where: Area A campground When: Oct. 29-31, 2022 Schedule Trail will be open Saturday, Oct. 29 @ 5 - 9 p.m. Camper/Campsite decorating contest Oct. 29 @ 6 p.m. Games (all three nights) 5 - 7 p.m. Hayrack ride with hot apple cider and cookies (all […]
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. The weekend is full of Vintage Halloween frivolity as we celebrate Halloween history, customs, and games throughout the 52-room mansion. Please call Arbor Lodge: 402-873-7222 for more […]
Mahoney State Park near Ashland introduces its newest fall attraction: Jack O’ Lantern World. From Sept. 30-Oct. 30, thousands of jack o’ lanterns carved by 50 artisans will be on display along a three-fourths mile walk. The walk, featuring intricately carved, lighted pumpkins, is designed to be an incredible experience to celebrate Halloween, art, nature […]
Join us for some spooky Haunted Camping at Enders SRA! Where: Area A campground When: Oct. 29-31, 2022 Schedule Trail will be open Saturday, Oct. 29 @ 5 - 9 p.m. Camper/Campsite decorating contest Oct. 29 @ 6 p.m. Games (all three nights) 5 - 7 p.m. Hayrack ride with hot apple cider and cookies (all […]
Looking for a little direction for your range practice? Maybe a bit of challenge? Look no further! All league courses of fire are untimed and each week's score may be shot any time during the range's open hours, Monday through Sunday. While weekly submissions are encouraged, the sole deadline is that all targets must be submitted by […]
Looking for a little direction for your range practice? Maybe a bit of challenge? Look no further! All league courses of fire are untimed and each week's score may be shot any time during the range's open hours, Monday through Sunday. While weekly submissions are encouraged, the sole deadline is that all targets must be submitted by […]
Looking for a little direction for your range practice? Maybe a bit of challenge? Look no further! All league courses of fire are untimed and each week's score may be shot any time during the range's open hours, Monday through Sunday. While weekly submissions are encouraged, the sole deadline is that all targets must be submitted by […]
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 […]
Long, short, fuzzy, or lobed insect antennae could possibly be just as diverse as the amount of insects out there. Antennae are sensory organs that help the insect feel and smell their environment, often being called “feelers”. Many insects have great eyesight, but they don’t have a nose to smell, so instead they could use […]
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 […]
Come along to prepare a wonderful brunch, learn about Dutch Oven cooking and best of all, eat. Cost is $5/person to cover the cost of supplies. Please pre-register by Oct 29, 2022 for this event at 308-436-3777. Minimum number of 10 guests. Please let us know of any special dietary needs when registering. Participants will […]
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 […]
Join us for the Fort Atkinson Candlelight Tour - "The Demise of Lt. Gabriel Field"! Cost: $20 Adults, $15.00 Seniors, $15.00 for Children (12 and under). Reservations are required. Non-Refundable payments must be received within 7 days to confirm reservations. To make reservations please call Zanteen at (402) 630-0316. Proceeds will help support the Living […]