Nebraska Game and Parks Outdoor Calendar
Game and Parks Events
What landscape in Nebraska covers nearly 19,300 square miles and is the largest sand dune formation in the Western hemisphere, and the largest grass-stabilized dune regions in the world? The Sandhills of Nebraska. This fascinating landscape located in central/west Nebraska is home to hundreds of plants, birds, reptiles, mammals, and insects. In this Science Of […]
Attention Nature Nerds! Come join Nebraska Game and Parks as we host a Nebraska Nature Nerd Trivia Night Thursday July 11 from 7:00-9:00 pm. Nature is cool and there is a lot of questions to ask, so get your fellow nature nerds together for a team (no more than 5) and compete to win some […]
Join Nebraska Game and Parks & Elleinad Books for Turtle Storytime at 10am on Friday, July 12th. Nebraska Game and Parks will be here to read us a story, plus share a few live turtles you can find in Nebraska, as well as make a turtle craft to take home! All ages welcome!
Tick season has been in full swing for awhile now here in Nebraska, and often times this is a huge barrier for keeping people from getting outside. There are many species of ticks in the world and they can cause numerous diseases rather than just Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever and Lyme disease. In this Science […]
Join natural resource experts and community volunteers as we discover the biodiversity of the Wildcat Hills! This free event is designed for the whole family. A valid 2024 Nebraska Park Entry Permit is required. Dogs are not permitted for this event as to not disturb wildlife. For more information about this events Nature Center at 308-436-3777.This […]
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Join Nebraska Game and Parks and Morton James Public Library for the "Creature Comforts: Crafting Homes for Wild Neighbors" family workshop series. This engaging hands-on program is designed to connect families with the natural world around them. In this workshop, families will create and decorate a birdhouse that can then be placed around their home. […]
Join Nebraska Game and Parks and Elleinad Books for Owl Storytime at 10am on Friday, August 2nd. Enjoy a story, explore some owl-themed items, and participate in a fun craft activity. All ages are welcome! See you tomorrow!