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SUMMARY:Nature at Nightfall
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever wondered how astronomers read the night sky or how researchers study nocturnal animals? Or maybe you want to know what is like to have incredible night vision like an owl! \nJoin us on August 7th\, 2026 from 6-10:30PM at Platte River State Park to explore how fascinating nature can be from dusk to nightfall. We will have a wide array of activities going on throughout the evening so there is sure to be something for everyone! \nMost activities will be located around the nature center/tennis courts/ball field area. \nBelow is a lineup for the evening: \nNature Center special hours- 6-9PMCrawdad Creek- 6-8PM\nCanoe/Kayaking- 5-8PMLive Reptiles & Amphibians- 6-8:30PMGuided Dusk to Nightfall Hikes- 7-8:30PM (Hiking groups will leave at 7\, 7:30\, and 8pm)Moth Lighting (UNL Extension)- 9-10:30PMBat Mist Netting (located at the stables)- 9-10:30PMAstronomy (Branched Oak Observatory)- 9-10:30PM (15-20 minute presentation in Mallet Lodge followed by star gazing)\nConcessions will be available at the Marina until 8PM (hot dogs\, nachos\, ice cream\, drinks\, etc.)\nThe Walter Scott Jr. Lodge Restaurant’s Pizza Buffet will be open from 4-8pm\nWe hope to see you there! \n**The event itself is free\, however\, a park entry fee/permit is required to enter Platte River State Park
URL:https://calendar.outdoornebraska.gov/event/nature-at-nightfall/
LOCATION:Platte River State Park\, Louisville\, NE\, 68037
CATEGORIES:Wildlife Education
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SUMMARY:CANCELED - Youth Hunter Education Challenge at Platte River State Park
DESCRIPTION:This event has been canceled. The shooting complex will be open to the public from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. \nJoin us at Platte River State Park on Sunday\, Aug. 9 for the NRA’s Youth Hunter Education Challenge (YHEC). This event provides a fun environment for kids 18 and under to improve their hunting\, marksmanship and safety skills. \nThrough its simulated hunting situations\, live fire exercises\, educational and responsibility events\, YHEC helps build upon skills learned in basic hunter education courses and encourages safer\, lifelong hunting habits. Participants will also meet with outdoor conservation groups to discover next-step mentor programs. \nAll youth participants will be required to pay a $15 fee to attend. A request for payment will be emailed one month prior. \nThe event will start promptly at 9 a.m. CT\, so please arrive by 8:30 a.m. to check in. A parent or guardian is required to attend with you\, along with a completed release form. All equipment and lunch will be provided. \nA valid Nebraska state park vehicle permit is required for park entry.
URL:https://calendar.outdoornebraska.gov/event/youth-hunter-education-challenge-at-platte-river-state-park/
LOCATION:Platte River State Park\, Louisville\, NE\, 68037
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Skills
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SUMMARY:Archery on Fire at Platte River State Park
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Platte River State Park’s Roger G. Sykes Outdoor Heritage Education Complex to learn all about archery on Saturday\, Sept. 12. \nBring family and friends and enjoy free activities including balloon archery\, 3D archery\, slingshots\, atlatl\, tomahawk throwing\, pellet gun shooting gallery\, campground games\, a naturalist tent with live reptiles\, marshmallow roasting and Dutch oven cooking! Food will be available while supplies last from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. \nWe will also have special guest Correy Hawk\, who you may recognize from the wilderness survival show “Alone”\,  demonstrating how to make handmade archery equipment. \nA valid state park vehicle permit is required for park entry and can be purchased at the entrance or online. This program is free and does not require registration. \n*This program coincides with Girl Scouts Love State Parks and scouts will be able to pick up a “Girl Scouts Love State Parks: Explore Nebraska” magazine while attending!
URL:https://calendar.outdoornebraska.gov/event/archery-on-fire-at-platte-river-state-park/
LOCATION:Platte River State Park\, Louisville\, NE\, 68037
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Skills,Parks
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SUMMARY:Yule Log Festival at Platte River State Park
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy the beautiful winter season with friends and family at this Yule Log Festival at Platte River State Park on Saturday\, Dec. 5! \nEnjoy making pine cone bird feeders\, roasting marshmallows\, a Yule Log Quest\, a kindling hunt\, lighted hayrack rides\, games\, pictures with Santa\, a decorated cookie contest\, a bonfire and more! Register a Yule Log Quest team by calling the park at (402) 234-2217. \nAll Yule Log activities take place at Walter Scott Jr. Lodge. \nA 2026 Nebraska state park vehicle permit is required for park entry.
URL:https://calendar.outdoornebraska.gov/event/yule-log-festival-at-platte-river-state-park-2/
LOCATION:Platte River State Park\, Louisville\, NE\, 68037
CATEGORIES:Parks
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