Nebraska Outdoor Calendar

First Day Hike at Chadron State Park

Chadron State Park 15951 Highway 385, Chadron, NE

Kick off the new year with a first day hike at beautiful Chadron State Park! Join us exploring the Lower Loup Road at Chadron State Park. We will be meeting at the picnic area by the playground for an easy 1-mile hike. There are several options for length of walk and we will be on […]

Chadron State Park Bioblitz

Chadron State Park 15951 Highway 385, Chadron, NE

Join natural resource experts and community volunteers as we discover the biodiversity of the Chadron State Park! 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 State Park Entry Permit is required for this event! Please register for this […]

Hooked on Fishing at Chadron State Park

Chadron State Park 15951 Highway 385, Chadron, NE

Dawes County 4-H is partnering with Nebraska Game & Parks to offer a fishing workshop at Chadron State Park! Topics will include: Baits and lures, fishing techniques, fishing safety, and more! Youth will also complete a fishing fair project, outdoor cooking, and a hike! Cost: $20 (Ages 8+) Please bring: Fishing poles if you have […]

Car, Bike, & Truck Show at Chadron State Park

Chadron State Park 15951 Highway 385, Chadron, NE

Join us at Chadron State Park for a Car, Bike, & Truck Show! If you like it, we want to see it! Everything is welcome! Registration is free. Schedule: 9 a.m. - Registration opens 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. - Car Show 1:30 p.m. - Award Ceremony Best in Show Awards will be given for […]

Wildflower Week Plant Talk & Sunset Wildflower Hike

Chadron State Park 15951 Highway 385, Chadron, NE

Celebrate Wildflower Week with the Nebraska Statewide Arboretum at Chadron State Park! Schedule: Wildflower Plant Talk: 6:30 - 7:15 p.m. at Central Group Complex Meeting Room with Horticulture Specialist, Lucinda Mays and NSA Horticulture Program Coordinator, Bob Henrickson. Sunset Wildflower Hike: 7:30 - 8:30 p.m. Meet at Central Group Complex, we'll caravan from Central Group […]

Youth Fishing Instructor Training: Chadron

Chadron State Park 15951 Highway 385, Chadron, NE

The Nebraska Game and Parks Commission will certify youth fishing instructors at a workshop from 6 to 9 p.m.  May 3 at Chadron State Park. Instructors are part of the Youth Fishing Program, a statewide team of volunteers and Game and Parks staff who host educational fishing events. Workshop participants will receive training and tools […]

First Day Hike at Chadron State Park

Chadron State Park 15951 Highway 385, Chadron, NE

Kick off the new year with a First Day Hike at beautiful Chadron State Park! Meet at 1 p.m. at the Sawmill Shelter. We will take the scenic Steamboat Butte Trail, a moderate 1 mile hike with fantastic views of the surrounding area. Keep an eye out for deer, rabbits, birds and other wildlife! Remember […]

Family Christmas Bird Count at Chadron State Park

Chadron State Park 15951 Highway 385, Chadron, NE

**CANCELLED due to weather** There’s no better way to spend a chilly day than to get outside and explore the wonders of nature as a family! Join outdoor educators as we discover the unique birds that call Chadron State Park their winter home. Enjoy family-friendly birding around the Lagoon Shelter and pond, and see how […]

Chadron State Park Bioblitz

Chadron State Park 15951 Highway 385, Chadron, NE

Join natural resource experts and community volunteers as we discover the biodiversity of the Chadron State Park! A BioBlitz is a 24-hour inventory of all the species in a specific area! The Group Event Facility/Central Building will serve as the BioBlitz headquarters. This FREE event is designed for the whole family. Participants will need to […]

Chadron State Park 101st Anniversary Celebration

Chadron State Park 15951 Highway 385, Chadron, NE

Join us on Saturday, June 11 from 8 a.m.-10 p.m. Mountain Time for Chadron State Park's 101th anniversary! Activities will include: Run for the Hills-Foot Race Mountain bike races Paddle boat rides Craft vendors and exhibits Car, Bike and Truck Show Food vendors Canoe Regatta Children's Treasure Dive Beer Garden Live music A valid vehicle […]