Nebraska Game and Parks Outdoor Calendar
Game and Parks Events
There is nature all around us! Knowing what species are in our city and where they are helps us study and protect them, but the ONLY way to do that is by all of us – scientists, land managers, and the community – working together to find and document the nature in our area. By […]
Marsh Wren Saline Wetland
Join Nebraska Game and Parks Commission (NGPC) + Platte Basin Timelapse (PBT) + The Lower Platte South (Natural Resources District) NRD staff for a fun evening of exploration at Marsh Wren Saline Wetland, located North of Lincoln. This program is all about investigating the unique characteristics of a saline wetland, by foot with shorts stops […]
Crane Trust
Do you love butterflies? Are you a community member interested in conservation and science? Then join us for Nebraska’s Big Butterfly Count Training Workshop, Saturday May 3rd 2025, 1PM-5PM at the Crane Trust Nature Center, Wood River Nebraska’s Big Butterfly Count is a community science project that is designed to collect statewide data in order to […]
Schramm Education Center
Hop into the fascinating world of Nebraska amphibians with state herpetologist Dennis Ferraro at the Schramm Education Center as we kick off National Amphibian Week. Learn about the diverse amphibians that call Nebraska home and how to conserve them. This class will include:-Learn about the many amphibians that call Nebraska home in a lecture-style presentation […]
E.T. Mahoney State Park
Join us to celebrate Migratory Bird Day during the Birds of a Feather program at Eugene T. Mahoney State Park’s newly renovated James Family Conservatory and Nature Center. This is a program for birders of all ages and levels. We introduce a different birding topic each session to begin the program. When weather permits, we […]
**Participants must have attended the Nebraska's Big Butterfly Count Virtual Trainings on April 8th and April 10th to register for this field training day** This in-person field training day will take place on Saturday May 10th, 2025 from 1PM-3PM at the Schramm SRA Education Center This field day is your hands-on NBBC survey training, building […]
E.T. Mahoney State Park
Nature enthusiasts ages 55+ are invited to attend the Wise & Wild program on select Tuesdays at 2:30 p.m. at Eugene T. Mahoney's newly renovated James Family Conservatory and Nature Center. This program is designed for seniors who love the outdoors and want to enjoy time in the parks. We will share a variety of […]
Schramm Education Center
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, […]
Schramm Education Center
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, […]
E.T. Mahoney State Park
Calling All Nature Nerds! Join us for Nebraska Nature Nerd Trivia Night on Wednesday, May 14, from 7 p.m. - 9 p.m., hosted by our Nebraska Game and Parks wildlife educators! This event will be held at Carl's Restaurant located inside the Peter Kiewit Lodge at Mahoney State Park. A valid park permit is required […]
Online
Explore the science of lady beetles in this fascinating webinar! Often called "nature's pest control," these vibrant insects play a crucial role in maintaining healthy ecosystems. Learn about their life cycles, behaviors, and the benefits they provide, as well as how to support their populations. Discover the hidden world of these tiny yet powerful allies […]
Schramm Education Center
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 […]
Day Memorial Park
Join us for a nature-filled Bioblitz at Day Memorial Park in Weeping Water, Nebraska on Saturday, May 24. Enjoy many nature-themed activities and learn from Nebraska wildlife biologists and experts, discovering and identifying as many plants and animals as possible while contributing to real scientific research. Whether you're a seasoned naturalist, beginner wildlife enthusiast, student […]
Two Rivers State Recreation Area
Join Nebraska Game and Parks for a one-of-a-kind guided hike as we search for the secretive and often misunderstood reptiles and amphibians that share our Nebraska landscapes. From sunbathing snakes to chorus frogs calling from the wetlands, we’ll uncover the hidden lives of these unique creatures! What to expect:- A slow-paced hike with stops for […]
Schramm Education Center
Are you interested becoming a community scientist and helping conserve Nebraska’s rare, at-risk butterflies? If so, please join Nebraska Game and Parks Commission wildlife biologists on Saturday, May 31 at the Schramm Education Center to learn how to participate in the monarch and regal fritillary community science project. Help us collect valuable data about these […]