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SUMMARY:Hammer’s Hill Exhibit Dedication at Rock Creek Station
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Rock Creek Station Visitor Center Museum as we dedicate our newest exhibit installation\, which tells the story of the Hammer’s Hill cache. This exhibit features a collection of prehistoric Native American artifacts discovered locally in Jefferson County\, Nebraska\, in the 1960s. Stone tool caches like the Hammer’s Hill cache are rare to find intact and provide a special glimpse into the life of the early indigenous peoples of the Great Plains. \nFormer Nebraska state archeologist Rob Bozell and Doug Kapke\, one of the original discoverers of the cache\, will kick off the open house and speak on the significance of the find and how the items were found and cared for over the years before their donation to the park. A ribbon cutting by the Fairbury Chamber of Commerce will take place following and light refreshments will be provided. Guests will have time to browse the museum after the ribbon cutting. \nThis event is free and open to the public and takes place on Nebraska Game and Parks annual Free Fishing and Park Entry Day. Guests visiting the park will not need to purchase a park entry permit to enjoy the event.
URL:https://calendar.outdoornebraska.gov/event/hammers-hill-exhibit-dedication/
LOCATION:Rock Creek Station State Historical Park\, 57426 710 St\, Fairbury\, NE\, 68352
CATEGORIES:Parks
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mitchell Keane":MAILTO:mitchell.keane@nebraska.gov
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SUMMARY:Death on the Plains: 1876 at Fort Hartsuff
DESCRIPTION:Fort Hartsuff continues its 150th Anniversary with a commemoration of the 1876 Battle of the Blowout and honors for a fallen soldier. Join us May 16th & 17th for reenactments\, presentations\, and living history. \n  \nSaturday Activities \n10:30 a.m. – Call for help from the fort and ride out to battle \n11 a.m. – MJ Jadick presents “What Just Happened? The Unfolding of the Battle of the Blowout” \n11:45 a.m. – Alan Bartels presents “Sifting through Sandhills: Rediscovering the Site of the Battle of the Blowout” \n1:30p.m. – Dr. Jean Lukesh presents “The Trooper’s Message on the Wall” \n2:15 p.m. – Garry Wells presents “Military Occupation of the North Loup Valley” \n3 p.m. – Return with a fallen soldier and preparations for a funeral \nMay 16 is Free Fishing and Park Entry Day. Museum admission fees still apply. \n  \nSunday Activities \n11 a.m. – Battle of the Blowout Narration\, Eulogy for Sgt. William H. Dougherty\, and Funeral Procession around the parade ground \nHistorical buildings and gift shop open 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. \nLiving history ongoing both days.
URL:https://calendar.outdoornebraska.gov/event/death-on-the-plains-1876-at-fort-hartsuff-2/
LOCATION:Fort Hartsuff State Historical Park\, 82034 Fort Ave.\, Burwell\, NE\, 68823
CATEGORIES:Parks
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SUMMARY:Learn About Fishing at Platte River State Park
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Saturday\, May 16 at the Nature Center at Platte River State Park to learn about fishing in Nebraska. \nExplore fishing-themed activities in a nature center to expand your knowledge about Nebraska fish\, fishing regulations and skills that will help you reel in a great catch. \nStop in any time between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. \nThis activity is free and will held on Free Fishing and Park Entry Day\, so a state park vehicle permit is not required.
URL:https://calendar.outdoornebraska.gov/event/learn-about-fishing-at-platte-river-state-park/
LOCATION:Platte River State Park\, Louisville\, NE\, 68037
CATEGORIES:Fishing,Wildlife Education
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SUMMARY:Chat with a Fisheries Biologist: Kearney
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Go Fishing Fest and Chat with a Fisheries Biologist at Fort Kearny SRA Lake #6! \nHosted by Nebraska Game and Parks Fisheries Division\, community fishing events are held at venues across the state each spring and summer. \nSelect events will feature our new “Chat with a Fisheries Biologist” series. These events give attendees a chance to visit directly with a Nebraska Game and Parks fisheries biologist about local lakes and ponds\, fish species\, stocking efforts\, habitat work\, and how fisheries are managed across the state. Whether you have questions about where to fish\, what species are in a waterbody\, or how management decisions are made\, this is a great opportunity to learn more and have your questions answered by a fisheries professional. \n 
URL:https://calendar.outdoornebraska.gov/event/chat-with-a-fisheries-biologist-kearney/
LOCATION:Fort Kearny State Recreation Area\, 1020 V Road\, Kearney\, NE\, 68847
CATEGORIES:Fishing
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SUMMARY:Go Fishing Fest at Fort Kearny SRA
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Saturday\, May 16 (Free Fishing and Park Entry Day) at Fort Kearny State Recreation Area on Lake #6 for Go Fishing Fest! \nLearn the basics of: \n-fishing \n-fly fishing \n-bowfishing \n-kayak fishing \n-and more! \nRods\, reels and bait will be available to use at our Community Fishing Trailers.  Volunteer fishing instructors will be on hand to provide information and help participants learn how to fish – and learn new ways to enjoy fishing. \nChat with a Biologist – Nebraska Game and Parks fisheries biologists will be available to talk about local lakes and ponds\, fish species\, stocking efforts\, habitat work\, and how fisheries are managed across the state. Whether you have questions about where to fish\, what species are in a waterbody\, or how management decisions are made\, this is a great opportunity to learn more and have your questions answered by a fisheries professional. \nAquatic Invasive Species station – Game and Parks staff will also have a station where visitors can learn more about aquatic invasive species identification and prevention in Nebraska\, as well as an Outdoor Cooking Trailer where staff will demonstrate how to make milk can cooker fish. \nYouth Lifetime Fishing Permit Drawing – Those who attend will also have the opportunity to enter youth (age 15 and under) into a Nebraska half price youth lifetime fishing permit drawing. \nFishing and park entry permits are not required on May 16\, 2026. \n 
URL:https://calendar.outdoornebraska.gov/event/go-fishing-fest-at-fort-kearny-sra-2/
LOCATION:Fort Kearny State Recreation Area\, 1020 V Road\, Kearney\, NE\, 68847
CATEGORIES:Fishing
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SUMMARY:All About Irises at Mahoney State Park
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Saturday\, May 16\, at E.T. Mahoney State Park’s James Family Conservatory and Nature Center from 10 to 11:30 a.m. to learn all about irises! \nThe Sass Memorial Iris Garden on the grounds of Mahoney State Park displays and preserves over 300 iris cultivars. Learn to appreciate irises in a new way after discovering the rare and award-winning flowers of the collection. Join the Greater Omaha and Lincoln Iris Societies for an educational program and garden tour. \nMay 16 is Free Park and Free Fishing Day\, so a park permit is not required to attend this event.
URL:https://calendar.outdoornebraska.gov/event/all-about-irises-at-mahoney-state-park/
LOCATION:Mahoney State Park\, 28500 W Pwy Hwy\, Ashland\, Nebraska\, 68003\, Online
CATEGORIES:Parks,Wildlife Education
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SUMMARY:**FULL** Kite-Making Workshop at Schramm Treehouse
DESCRIPTION:**This workshop is now full as of 4/23. You may still sign up to be placed on a wait list and you will be notified the week of the event if space opens up.**\n\n\nSpring is the perfect time to fly a kite! Sign up to join us at the Schramm Treehouse Classroom for a kite-making workshop on Free Park Entry Day and in celebration of Nebraska Bird Month. Dominique Ellis with the Center for Great Plains Studies and Great Plains Art Museum will lead this hands-on\, kid-friendly workshop. We’ll start with a short presentation about the rich cultural history of kites\, look at some Nebraska birds for inspiration\, and then dive into constructing and decorating your own bird kite to take home.\nPlease register in advance here: https://arcg.is/1XCqvT1. This workshop is limited to 25 kite makers. While all ages are welcome\, kite construction is best accomplished by ages 8+.
URL:https://calendar.outdoornebraska.gov/event/kite-making-workshop-at-schramm-treehouse/
LOCATION:Schramm Park State Recreation Area\, 21502 W. 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:Bob Bruner Memorial Fishing Derby at Fremont Lakes SRA
DESCRIPTION:Come join us at the Bob Bruner Memorial Fishing Derby at Fremont Lakes SRA for fun\, food and fishing! Local radio stations\, volunteers and civic groups will be on hand to provide food\, prizes\, as well as loaner fishing tackle\, bait and instruction. \nThe event will be held at Lake #16 from 9 a.m. to noon. \nThis will be on free fishing and park entry day\, so no permit is required!
URL:https://calendar.outdoornebraska.gov/event/bob-bruner-memorial-fishing-derby-at-fremont-lakes-sra-3/
LOCATION:Fremont Lakes State Recreation Area\, 4349 W. State Lakes Rd\, Fremont\, NE\, 68025
CATEGORIES:Fishing,Parks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260516T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260516T150000
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SUMMARY:Kids' Fishing Derby + Free Fishing & Park Entry Day at Fort Robinson
DESCRIPTION:Visit beautiful Fort Robinson State Park on Free Fishing and Park Entry Day\, Saturday\, May 16! \nKids’ Fishing Derby – A fishing derby for kids ages 12 and under will also be held from 9 to 11 a.m. Mountain Time at Grabel Ponds. Registration will open at 8:30 a.m. \nFREE jeep rides and historical tours – From 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.\, park staff will be offering free jeep rides and historical tours of the park. \n  \nFor more information\, please call Fort Robinson State Park at 308-665-2900.
URL:https://calendar.outdoornebraska.gov/event/kids-fishing-derby-free-fishing-park-entry-day-at-fort-robinson/
LOCATION:Fort Robinson State Park\, Crawford\, NE\, 69339
CATEGORIES:Fishing,Parks
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SUMMARY:Bill Morris Fishing Derby and First Responders Day at Ponca State Park
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Free Fishing and Park Entry Day\, May 16\, for the annual Bill Morris Fishing Derby! This event is for anglers of all ages\, beginning at 8 a.m. \nPrizes will be awarded to longest bluegill\, largemouth bass and rainbow trout in three age categories (6 and under\, 7-12 years old\, and 13 and older). Bait can be purchased at the Resource and Education Center. Loaner fishing poles are also available upon request at the front desk. \nAfter the derby\, stick around to fish and meet the first responders that serve your local community from 1 to 4 p.m.
URL:https://calendar.outdoornebraska.gov/event/bill-morris-fishing-derby-and-first-responders-day-at-ponca-state-park/
LOCATION:Ponca State Park\, 88090 Spur 26 E\, Ponca\, NE\, 68770
CATEGORIES:Fishing,Parks
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