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SUMMARY:Little Saplings Nature Discovery Program
DESCRIPTION: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\, will bring nature themes to life for your child through story time\, sensory activities\, crafts\, and outdoor exploration! \nThe series is held on the first Wednesday of every month from 9 – 10 am and 10 – 11 am.  The cost to participate is $5 per child and $5 per adult per program and includes admission to the Education Center after the program. Schramm Family Pass members participate free. A State Park Vehicle Entry Permit is not required in the Schramm Education Center parking lot. For questions about the program\, please contact Jen Ruyle\, Outdoor Education Specialist\, at 402-332-5022 or jennifer.ruyle@nebraska.gov. \nLittle Saplings Spring 2025 Schedule  \nFirst Wednesday of the Month\, 9am – 10am and 10am – 11 am (choose one time to attend) \n\n\n\nDATE\nMONTHLY THEME\n\n\nJanuary 1\nNo event; join us for the free First Day Hike program at 10:30!\n\n\nFebruary 5\nGreat Backyard Bird Count\n\n\nMarch 5\nAnimal Detectives\n\n\nApril 2\nRabbits\n\n\nMay 7\nOak Trees\n\n\nJune 4\nFireflies
URL:https://calendar.outdoornebraska.gov/event/little-saplings-nature-discovery-program-9/2025-02-05/
LOCATION:Schramm Education Center\, 21502 West Highway 31\, Gretna\, NE\, 68028
CATEGORIES:Wildlife Education
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jen Ruyle":MAILTO:jennifer.ruyle@nebraska.gov
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SUMMARY:Valentine's Day Conservation Hearts
DESCRIPTION:Many people enjoy Conversation Hearts on Valentine’s Day\, but we are here to teach conservation! We will be creating “Conservation Hearts” with recycled materials. Participants will learn about fast fashion and over-packaging and discuss some ways to cut back on waste this year. \nParticipants are welcome to contribute a few small pieces of scrap fabric cut from worn-out clothing or leftovers from sewing projects. We will provide materials. The heart takes about 30 minutes to make. \n  \nActivity Location: Schramm Education Center Classroom \nTime: Visitors can come any time between 1 and 4 p.m. \nPrice: $5 per person; includes admission to the Education Center (free for Family Pass members) \nAll ages welcome; smaller children may need help from a grown up or sibling to complete the activity\, which involves cutting and gluing.
URL:https://calendar.outdoornebraska.gov/event/valentines-day-conservation-hearts/
LOCATION:Schramm Education Center\, 21502 West Highway 31\, Gretna\, NE\, 68028
CATEGORIES:Wildlife Education
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SUMMARY:Homeschool Hikes at Schramm
DESCRIPTION: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 the opportunity to observe local phenomena\, plants\, and animals while exploring concepts such as patterns\, cause and effect\, and structure and function. \nThe cost to participate is $5 per person per program (adult and children are same price). This includes admission to the Schramm Education Center after the program. Schramm Family Pass members participate free. This program is recommended for ages 5 and up. Please register in advance so we can estimate attendance numbers: https://arcg.is/1HO45W0 . \nParticipants should dress in season-appropriate layers and wear closed-toed shoes that can get dirty. Hats and water bottles are recommended. The day of the program\, come to the Schramm Education Center and check in and pay at the front desk upon arrival. \nDates and topics for the first half of 2025 are as follows. During months where a Wednesday and Thursday session are offered\, content will be the same on both days\, so choose the day that works better for your schedule. \n\n\n\nWednesday\, January 15\, 2025 \n9:00 – 10:30 am\nThursday\, January 16\, 2025 \n1:00 – 2:30 pm\nTopic: Eagles \n \n\n\nWednesday\, February 19\, 2025 \n9:00 – 10:30 am\nThursday\, February 20\, 2025 \n1:00 – 2:30 pm\nTopic: Relationships in Nature\n\n\nWednesday\, March 19\, 2025 \n9:00 – 10:30 am\nThursday\, March 20\, 2025 \n1:00 – 2:30 pm\nTopic: Red-Winged Blackbirds\n\n\nWednesday\, April 16\, 2025 \n9:00 – 10:30 am\nNo Thursday program this month.\nTopic: Spring Ephemeral Plants\n\n\nWednesday\, May 21\, 2025 \n9:00 – 10:30 am\nNo Thursday program this month.\nTopic: Oak Trees \n \n\n\nSUMMER BREAK – June and July – Homeschool Hikes will start back up in August\n\n\n\nA state park vehicle entry permit is not required in the parking lot of the Schramm Education Center. For questions about the program\, please contact Jen Ruyle\, Outdoor Education Specialist\, at 402-332-5022 or jennifer.ruyle@nebraska.gov.
URL:https://calendar.outdoornebraska.gov/event/homeschool-hikes-at-schramm-8/2025-02-19/
LOCATION:Schramm Education Center\, 21502 West Highway 31\, Gretna\, NE\, 68028
CATEGORIES:Wildlife Education
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jen Ruyle":MAILTO:jennifer.ruyle@nebraska.gov
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SUMMARY:Homeschool Hikes at Schramm
DESCRIPTION: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 the opportunity to observe local phenomena\, plants\, and animals while exploring concepts such as patterns\, cause and effect\, and structure and function. \nThe cost to participate is $5 per person per program (adult and children are same price). This includes admission to the Schramm Education Center after the program. Schramm Family Pass members participate free. This program is recommended for ages 5 and up. Please register in advance so we can estimate attendance numbers: https://arcg.is/1HO45W0 . \nParticipants should dress in season-appropriate layers and wear closed-toed shoes that can get dirty. Hats and water bottles are recommended. The day of the program\, come to the Schramm Education Center and check in and pay at the front desk upon arrival. \nDates and topics for the first half of 2025 are as follows. During months where a Wednesday and Thursday session are offered\, content will be the same on both days\, so choose the day that works better for your schedule. \n\n\n\nWednesday\, January 15\, 2025 \n9:00 – 10:30 am\nThursday\, January 16\, 2025 \n1:00 – 2:30 pm\nTopic: Eagles \n \n\n\nWednesday\, February 19\, 2025 \n9:00 – 10:30 am\nThursday\, February 20\, 2025 \n1:00 – 2:30 pm\nTopic: Relationships in Nature\n\n\nWednesday\, March 19\, 2025 \n9:00 – 10:30 am\nThursday\, March 20\, 2025 \n1:00 – 2:30 pm\nTopic: Red-Winged Blackbirds\n\n\nWednesday\, April 16\, 2025 \n9:00 – 10:30 am\nNo Thursday program this month.\nTopic: Spring Ephemeral Plants\n\n\nWednesday\, May 21\, 2025 \n9:00 – 10:30 am\nNo Thursday program this month.\nTopic: Oak Trees \n \n\n\nSUMMER BREAK – June and July – Homeschool Hikes will start back up in August\n\n\n\nA state park vehicle entry permit is not required in the parking lot of the Schramm Education Center. For questions about the program\, please contact Jen Ruyle\, Outdoor Education Specialist\, at 402-332-5022 or jennifer.ruyle@nebraska.gov.
URL:https://calendar.outdoornebraska.gov/event/homeschool-hikes-at-schramm-9/2025-02-20/
LOCATION:Schramm Education Center\, 21502 West Highway 31\, Gretna\, NE\, 68028
CATEGORIES:Wildlife Education
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jen Ruyle":MAILTO:jennifer.ruyle@nebraska.gov
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SUMMARY:Fly Tying for Beginners at Schramm Education Center
DESCRIPTION:Fly tying is the art of attaching materials such as feathers\, thread\, metal\, beads and more to a hook\, with the aim of imitating an insect or small prey. Fly tying is a great way to add to your tackle box\, express creativity and to have another excuse to go fishing. \nYou’ll work with the Cornhusker Fly-Fishers as you make a fly of your own to take home. Stop in anytime between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. on Saturday\, Feb. 22 to give a fly a try! \nThis event is free and open to the public.
URL:https://calendar.outdoornebraska.gov/event/fly-tying-for-beginners-at-schramm-education-center-3/
LOCATION:Schramm Education Center\, 21502 West Highway 31\, Gretna\, NE\, 68028
CATEGORIES:Fishing
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SUMMARY:FULL - Beginning Wildfowl Carver Course
DESCRIPTION:UPDATE – This course is now full. Thank you! \nLearn how to create a miniature duck decoy with experienced\, award-winning carvers of the Central Flyway Decoy Collectors and Carvers club! \nInstructors will lead you through this step-by-step carving process to complete a miniature redhead duck decoy using tupelo wood. Sessions include lecture\, demonstration and hands-on practice using tools of the craft. \nCourse cost: $50 \nThe course value is $200 and you pay only $50 to participate. This fee is reduced thanks to the program’s partners: Central Flyway Decoy Collectors and Carvers and Nebraska Game and Parks Commission. \nIncluded in the course:\n-Approximately 15 hours of skilled training. \n-One year free membership in the Central Flyway Decoy Collectors and Carvers Club. \n-Several tools of the trade will be provided for you to keep following the course. \n-The pre-cut wood blank\, eyes\, paint and other materials to create the decoy are provided. \nRegistration:\nRegistration is required by Feb. 16\, 2025. Participation numbers are limited. Recommended for ages 16+; younger participants must be accompanied by an adult.\nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://calendar.outdoornebraska.gov/event/beginning-wildfowl-carver-course/
LOCATION:Schramm Education Center\, 21502 West Highway 31\, Gretna\, NE\, 68028
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Skills
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