Nebraska Game and Parks Outdoor Calendar
Game and Parks Events
Nature enthusiasts ages 18+ are invited to attend the Wise & Wild program on select Tuesdays at 10 a.m. at Eugene T. Mahoney's newly renovated James Family Conservatory and Nature Center. This program is designed for adults who love the outdoors and want to enjoy time in the parks. We will share a variety of […]
Calling all creators! Are you way behind on projects? Need a space to spread out and create? Do you wish you had a huge table with a great view to work at for a day or more? We will be hosting two “Creator Retreat Days”, Sept. 9 and Sept. 30 between 10 a.m. and 8 […]
Nature enthusiasts ages 18+ are invited to attend the Wise & Wild program on select Tuesdays at 10 a.m. at Eugene T. Mahoney's newly renovated James Family Conservatory and Nature Center. This program is designed for adults who love the outdoors and want to enjoy time in the parks. We will share a variety of […]
Join naturalists at E.T. Mahoney State Park in the James Family Conservatory and Nature Center classroom for a workshop where you will learn to make mini magazines with a nature theme. Zines can be shared to bring joy and spread a positive message about nature. Participants will make zines to keep or share. Materials are […]
Join us this summer for some stargazing at Eugene T. Mahoney State Park! Powerful telescopes will be set up at the park's golf shack for a glimpse of the night sky spectaculars. Stargazing will begin at dusk. Remember to bring your camp chairs or blankets! Telescopes will be provided. 2026 Star Party dates Friday, […]
Calling all creators! Are you way behind on projects? Need a space to spread out and create? Do you wish you had a huge table with a great view to work at for a day or more? We will be hosting two “Creator Retreat Days”, Sept. 9 and Sept. 30 between 10 a.m. and 8 […]
Nature enthusiasts ages 18+ are invited to attend the Wise & Wild program on select Tuesdays at 10 a.m. at Eugene T. Mahoney's newly renovated James Family Conservatory and Nature Center. This program is designed for adults who love the outdoors and want to enjoy time in the parks. We will share a variety of […]
Join us this summer for some stargazing at Eugene T. Mahoney State Park! Powerful telescopes will be set up at the park's golf shack for a glimpse of the night sky spectaculars. Stargazing will begin at dusk. Remember to bring your camp chairs or blankets! Telescopes will be provided. 2026 Star Party dates Friday, […]
Nature enthusiasts ages 18+ are invited to attend the Wise & Wild program on select Tuesdays at 10 a.m. at Eugene T. Mahoney's newly renovated James Family Conservatory and Nature Center. This program is designed for adults who love the outdoors and want to enjoy time in the parks. We will share a variety of […]
Discover the little things in nature as you examine hidden worlds up close and under a microscope. This free program is open to all ages. Meet at Eugene T. Mahoney State Park's James Family Conservatory and Nature Center at 1 p.m. A valid state park vehicle permit is required for park entry.
Learn how to observe nature and record what you notice in a nature journal or through art. Supplies are provided and the program will be held both indoors and outside. Meet at the James Family Conservatory and Nature Center at 1 p.m. CT. This program is free and all ages are welcome. A valid Nebraska […]
Think you would have been a great bison hunter? Test your skills and learn how to use the primitive spear throwing device called an atlatl at Eugene T. Mahoney State Park! Meet behind the Bur Oak Shelter. This activity is free and open to anyone ages eight and older. A valid Nebraska state park vehicle […]