Nebraska Game and Parks Outdoor Calendar
Game and Parks Events
Explore Archery is a fun and perfect fit for beginners of any ability wanting to get started in the sport of archery. If a student is fairly new to archery and looking for a full introductory program, Explore Archery has everything you need - bows, arrows, and enthusiastic instructors! You'll learn range safety, fundamentals of […]
This outdoor skills-focused camp will take students to the next level in outdoor preparedness. Youth that are new, intermediate, or advanced will all find a path that adds to their knowledge and ability. Topics covered include shooting range safety, marksmanship, wildlife conservation, equipment knowledge, and outdoor survival skills - games included! If extended care* options […]
Sponsored by the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission, events will be held at venues across the state. Look for the Family Fishing Trailer, where loaner rods and reels, bait and fishing instruction are available free to participants. This is the perfect opportunity for people of all ages who have never been fishing or haven’t fished […]
Sponsored by the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission, with the help of avid bow fishers, join us to learn about Bow Fishing. Look for the Family Fishing Trailer, where a community Fishing Event will be taking place. The bow fishers will be near there to help you Discover Bow Fishing. This is the perfect opportunity […]
This outdoor skills-focused camp will take students to the next level in outdoor preparedness. Youth that are new, intermediate, or advanced will all find a path that adds to their knowledge and ability. Topics covered include shooting range safety, marksmanship, wildlife conservation, equipment knowledge, and outdoor survival skills - games included! If extended care* options […]
The world’s most beloved musical comes again to the Post Playhouse stage! In Austria, 1938, an exuberant young governess attempts to bring music and joy back to a broken family, all the while facing danger and intrigue as the Nazis gain power. Featuring a trove of cherished songs, including “Climb Every Mountain,” “My Favorite Things,” […]
Learn the basics of fishing in a kayak in the quiet waters at Conestoga State Recreation Area. Expert kayak fishing instructors Marty Hughes (aka Kayak Jak) & Justin Bogue will give you all the tips you need to land a fish from a kayak. Instructors will cover safety, types of kayaks, fishing gear, paddling techniques, […]
This outdoor skills-focused camp will take students to the next level in outdoor preparedness. Youth that are new, intermediate, or advanced will all find a path that adds to their knowledge and ability. Topics covered include shooting range safety, marksmanship, wildlife conservation, equipment knowledge, and outdoor survival skills - games included! If extended care* options […]
Maybe you expect to be lost in the wilderness someday, or, maybe you want to try a new cooking technique and throw in those wild edible plants you found on your hike. Either way identifying edible plants is an important skill for any outdoor enthusiast. There are actually quite a few delicious edible botanicals throughout […]
Sponsored by the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission, events will be held at venues across the state. Look for the Family Fishing Trailer, where loaner rods and reels, bait and fishing instruction are available free to participants. This is the perfect opportunity for people of all ages who have never been fishing or haven’t fished […]
When the dangerously handsome Johnny Blood’s life is on the line, he must put his fate into the hands of a colorful cast of characters including a mysterious sheriff, an eccentric priest, an authoritarian governor, a saloon girl gone good, and a nun out of the habit. Before the sun sets, will they rise up […]
Join us for the 9th Annual Campfire Christmas in July at Indian Cave State Park! Schedule: Friday: 6 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. - Make'n Take Christmas Ornaments; Footlong Chili Dog and Root Beer Floats 7 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. - Kid's Horse Rides 9 p.m. - Flash Light Reindeer Pellet Roundup (Bring flashlight and bag) […]
A celebration of the church basement kitchen and the women who work there, "Church Basement Ladies" features four distinct characters and their relationships as they organize the food and the problems of a rural Minnesota church. From the elderly matriarch of the kitchen to the young bride-to-be learning the proper order of things, the book […]
Kayak. Run. Bike. Runners, bikers and kayakers have discovered a new kind of race along the shores of Lewis & Clark Lake in Northeast Nebraska. Choose your adventure between three events: A sprint triathlon with kayaking instead of swimming, a half marathon or 12-mile bike race. Participants must be 14 years or older. The Triathlon […]
Join Nebraska Game and Parks for this unique day of fun activities! Our Summer Take Aim Games event is an opportunity for families and friends to try out a variety of outdoor pursuits, including an archery hike for all ages. So gather your team of up to 7 friends or family, and sign up today! […]
Join us on July 30 and 31 for a true look at life at a fort in the Great Plains! Soldiers in period-correct uniforms can be found around the fort doing daily chores, drills, and walking guard just as they would have done in 1875. This is your opportunity to visit with our soldiers and […]
Increase the quantity and quality of the experiences your children have with nature by attending this workshop. Connect your little learners with the nature in your neighborhood using three award-winning environmental education curriculum designed for youth ages 1-6. Participants will receive a copy of all three curriculum guides, a certificate for 6 hours of in-service […]
Join us on July 30 and 31 for a true look at life at a fort in the Great Plains! Soldiers in period-correct uniforms can be found around the fort doing daily chores, drills, and walking guard just as they would have done in 1875. This is your opportunity to visit with our soldiers and […]
Join us July 30th & 31st from 10:00am-4:30pm each day for Snakes of Nebraska. Schramm Education Center is hosting the annual "Snakes of Nebraska" event, free to the public! University of Nebraska-Lincoln herpetologist Dennis Ferraro and his lab will lead a live snake encounter featuring most of Nebraska’s native snake species! The live snake exhibits […]
The world’s most beloved musical comes again to the Post Playhouse stage! In Austria, 1938, an exuberant young governess attempts to bring music and joy back to a broken family, all the while facing danger and intrigue as the Nazis gain power. Featuring a trove of cherished songs, including “Climb Every Mountain,” “My Favorite Things,” […]
Mondays in August, you are invited to join in an evening of archery FOR women, taught by women. Choose from a four-week intro class or 'next-level' advice section, depending on your comfort with the material. The intro class features a lesson and time on the archery range practicing with a bow each week. Class goes […]
Mondays in August, you are invited to join in an evening of firearm education FOR women, taught by women. Choose from a four-week intro pistol class, a 'next-level' weekly advice section, or a once-a-month club night depending on your comfort with the material. The intro class features a lesson and time on the firearm range […]
Explore Archery is a fun and perfect fit for beginners of any ability wanting to get started in the sport of archery. If a student is fairly new to archery and looking for a full introductory program, Explore Archery has everything you need - bows, arrows, and enthusiastic instructors! You'll learn range safety, fundamentals of […]
Sponsored by the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission, events will be held at venues across the state. Look for the Family Fishing Trailer, where loaner rods and reels, bait and fishing instruction are available free to participants. This is the perfect opportunity for people of all ages who have never been fishing or haven’t fished […]
A celebration of the church basement kitchen and the women who work there, "Church Basement Ladies" features four distinct characters and their relationships as they organize the food and the problems of a rural Minnesota church. From the elderly matriarch of the kitchen to the young bride-to-be learning the proper order of things, the book […]
Look for the Family Fishing Trailer, where loaner rods and reels, bait and fishing instruction are available free to participants. This is the perfect opportunity for people of all ages who have never been fishing or haven’t fished for years to learn. All participants ages 16 and older need a fishing license. Visit OutdoorNebraska.org for […]
Sponsored by the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission, events will be held at venues across the state. Look for the Family Fishing Trailer, where loaner rods and reels, bait and fishing instruction are available free to participants. This is the perfect opportunity for people of all ages who have never been fishing or haven’t fished […]
Grab the popcorn and enjoy some light-hearted family fun at “Rustlers of Red Rock,” a Eugene T. Mahoney State Park melodrama.
As much as I wish we could spend a whole Science of Episode discussing the coolest animal within the Jurassic Park movies, we will actually be talking about the other raptors- the birds of prey. Technically in the scientific world the term “bird of prey” describes any bird that preys on other animals- so this […]
Uncover the fantastic world of weird and wonderful nighttime insects. Plants and wildlife depend on our nocturnal insects and they all depend on us to minimize our light pollution. There is no better place to appreciate this relationship than at Merritt Reservoir, renowned for its dark skies and spectacular stars. Meet at the Snake River […]
Would you do anything to help your favorite baseball team win the pennant? In the Faustian baseball musical, Damn Yankees, Joe Boyd sells his soul to the devil to be the home run hitter that will guide his favorite team, the Washington Senators, to a win against those “damn Yankees.” Featuring the classical musical theatre selections, “Heart” and […]
It seems everyone — including men and women and children of all ages — have special memories about childhood dolls and action figures. But what is the history of this beloved toy? Arbor Lodge will enlighten you while hosting a special display of doll collections throughout the home. Questions? Call 402-873-7222. Purchase tickets to Arbor Lodge in […]
A celebration of the church basement kitchen and the women who work there, "Church Basement Ladies" features four distinct characters and their relationships as they organize the food and the problems of a rural Minnesota church. From the elderly matriarch of the kitchen to the young bride-to-be learning the proper order of things, the book […]
Look for the Family Fishing Trailer, where loaner rods and reels, bait and fishing instruction are available free to participants. This is the perfect opportunity for people of all ages who have never been fishing or haven’t fished for years to learn. All participants ages 16 and older need a fishing license. Visit OutdoorNebraska.org for […]
Grab the popcorn and enjoy some light-hearted family fun at "The Dragon Slayer," a Eugene T. Mahoney State Park melodrama.
Check in begins at 8 am / ends at 8:45 am; practice and scoring begin at 9 am. MEMBERSHIP The tournament is open to all USA Archery members as well as archers with no affiliation. Eligible USA Archery members can earn qualifying pin scores (pins are to be physically awarded by your home club - […]
Would you do anything to help your favorite baseball team win the pennant? In the Faustian baseball musical, Damn Yankees, Joe Boyd sells his soul to the devil to be the home run hitter that will guide his favorite team, the Washington Senators, to a win against those “damn Yankees.” Featuring the classical musical theatre selections, “Heart” and […]
Join us for Living History Weekend at Fort Atkinson State Historical Park, August 6th and 7th! Activity Schedule 10:00 A.M. Troop Call 10:15-3 P.M. Dutch oven cooking demonstration (Near bake oven) 10:30 Church call (Sunday only, School Room in the north barrack) 11:00-3:00 Free pony rides (Saturday only, west of Council House) 11:00 “Demonstration of […]