Nebraska Game and Parks Outdoor Calendar
Game and Parks Events
The Niobrara National Scenic River is excited to partner with Nebraska Game and Parks Commission for a Night Sky Program at Merritt Reservoir. Join National Park Service and Nebraska G&P Staff at 6 pm for a discussion on orbits and near misses with a fun activity on planets! At 9 p.m. join NPS rangers for […]
Come along and explore the dark and mysterious creatures of the night; bats. Explore the bats that call Merritt SRA home and discover why dark skies are important for these nocturnal critters. This is a FREE event but participants will need to have a Nebraska Park Entry Permit. Location: Snake River boat dock
Join us at Merritt Reservoir SRA for Constellations on the Landscape: Wildlife Need Dark Skies, Too! Discover the fantastic world of weird and wonderful nighttime insects as we celebrate Merritt Reservoir’s designation as an International Dark Sky Park. Using night lighting equipment we will investigate firsthand the relationship between dark skies and wildlife. Location: NSP […]
Join us at Merritt Reservoir SRA for Magnificent Moths, Spectacular Stars dark skies program! Discover the fantastic world of weird and wonderful nighttime insects as we celebrate Merritt Reservoir’s designation as an International Dark Sky Park. Using night lighting equipment we will investigate firsthand the relationship between dark skies and wildlife.
Join National Park Service staff at Merritt Reservoir State Recreation Area on a Journey Through the Night Sky! There will be several telescopes for viewing stars and a National Park Service park ranger will walk visitors through the spring night sky. This program will highlight the benefits of dark skies and how light pollution affects […]
Release your inner coyote and come howl at the full moon over Merritt Reservoir. Explore the seasonal changes tied to this moon on a guided hike. Be prepared for a .5 miles hike over uneven terrain. Participants should dress for the weather and wear sturdy shoes. Bring a flashlight, bug spray and a sense of […]
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 […]
Discover the creatures that go bump in the night and uncover the mysteries of these unique mammals! These often-misunderstood creatures have amazing adaptations and play an important role in our ecosystem. Come along and explore these nighttime critters that call Merritt Reservoir home! Meet at the Snake River Shelter. This program is FREE but a […]