Nebraska Game and Parks Outdoor Calendar
Game and Parks Events
Come along and celebrate National Pollinator’s Week! Discover many of the area pollinators & the roles they play in our environment. This event is FREE, but a Nebraska Park Entry Permit is required.
Join natural resource experts and community volunteers as we discover the biodiversity of the Wildcat Hills! A BioBlitz is a 24-hour inventory of all the species in a specific area! This FREE event is designed for the whole family. A Nebraska Park Entry Permit is required for this event. Registration is required. **Registration closes July […]
Moths and their Predators - Join biologists as we celebrate Moth Week. See beautiful and diverse moths and their nocturnal predators- nightjars up-close during this evening program. This event will begin at 8:30 p.m. Mountain Time. Please meet at the Wildcat Hills Nature Center. This program is FREE, but participants will need to have a […]
" is a physical expression of life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness...if this be true, great duty attaches itself to our work as park builders." - T. W. Tinkham, Facilitating Foreman Join us Saturday August 13th at 1pm for a special program about the life and legacy of members of CCC Company 4723. Wildcat […]
Bring a blanket and lie beneath the stars at Wildcat Hills State Recreation Area! Explore constellations, mythology and much more! This is a great opportunity to watch the Perseids meteor shower, one of the best meteors showers of the year. Meet at the Nature Center. This program is FREE with a valid Nebraska park entry […]
Come along and discover all about our bird friends! Learn all about their adaptations and local research projects being conducted. This homeschool program will meet once a month at the Wildcat Hills Nature Center. These programs will be conducted rain or shine, so be prepared for the unpredictable Nebraska weather! A valid Nebraska Game and […]
Uncover the birds that call the Wildcat Hills home! We will learn about research being done in the area, common migratory birds and even take a short .57 mile outing. Bring your hiking shoes and be prepared to take flight! This is a free event, but a Nebraska State Park Entry permit is required. For […]
Soar over as we explore our fine feathered friends, birds. Each Wildcat Tales program will include a lesson plan, story, and hands-on activity specifically targeted for early learners ages 2-6 years. The preschool programs will meet at the Nature Center at 10am. Each month is a different program topic! A valid Nebraska Game and Park […]
Uncover secrets from our flying mammal friend, the bat. Learn about their special adaptations, wide diversity and common misconceptions. This monthly homeschool program will meet at the Wildcat Hills Nature Center south of Gering NE. These programs will be conducted rain or shine, so be prepared for the unpredictable Nebraska weather! A valid Nebraska Game […]
Tag along as we explore the winged mammals of the night, bats! Each Wildcat Tales program will include a lesson plan, story, and hands-on activity specifically targeted for early learners ages 2-6 years. The preschool programs will meet at the Nature Center at 10am. Each month is a different program topic! A valid Nebraska Game and […]
Come along to prepare a wonderful brunch, learn about Dutch Oven cooking and best of all, eat. Cost is $5/person to cover the cost of supplies. Please pre-register by Oct 29, 2022 for this event at 308-436-3777. Minimum number of 10 guests. Please let us know of any special dietary needs when registering. Participants will […]
Gobble, gobble! Come along as we discover the unique characteristics behind turkeys and how they communicate with each other. This monthly homeschool program will meet at the Wildcat Hills Nature Center south of Gering NE. These programs will be conducted rain or shine, so be prepared for the unpredictable Nebraska weather! A valid Nebraska Game […]
