Nebraska Game and Parks Outdoor Calendar
Game and Parks Events
Join us at Platte River State Park's Roger G. Sykes Outdoor Heritage Education Complex to learn all about archery on Saturday, Sept. 12. Bring family and friends and enjoy free activities including balloon archery, 3D archery, slingshots, atlatl, tomahawk throwing, pellet gun shooting gallery, campground games, a naturalist tent with live reptiles, marshmallow roasting and […]
This event has been canceled. The shooting complex will be open to the public from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Join us at Platte River State Park on Sunday, Aug. 9 for the NRA's Youth Hunter Education Challenge (YHEC). This event provides a fun environment for kids 18 and under to improve their hunting, marksmanship […]
Have you ever wondered how astronomers read the night sky or how researchers study nocturnal animals? Or maybe you want to know what is like to have incredible night vision like an owl! Join us on August 7th, 2026 from 6-10:30PM at Platte River State Park to explore how fascinating nature can be from dusk […]
Never shot a black powder rifle before? Interested in learning about Black Powder Rifles? Join us for our Introduction to Black Powder Rifles class! This class makes getting started in shooting very easy – and, thanks to NSSF partnership (National Shooting Sports Foundation), it’s only $10! Here you will learn about different types of black […]
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 Platte River State Park's Nature Center below Mallet Lodge at 2:30 p.m. A valid state park vehicle permit is required for park entry.
Are you a scout looking for your Rifle Merit Badge? Look no further! We are offering a class to complete the requirements for your Rifle Merit Badge at the Outdoor Heritage Education Complex at Platte River State Park. We have certified instructors and a partnership with the BSA to ensure that all requirements are met. […]
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 Platte River State Park's Nature Center below Mallet Lodge at 2:30 p.m. A valid state park vehicle permit is required for park entry.
Interested in learning more about handguns? Join us for our Introduction to Handgun class at the Outdoor Heritage Education Complex at Platte River State Park! The biggest challenge for new shooters is getting started. This class makes getting started in shooting very easy – and, thanks to NSSF partnership (National Shooting Sports Foundation), it’s only […]
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 Platte River State Park's Nature Center below Mallet Lodge at 2:30 p.m. A valid state park vehicle permit is required for park entry.
Never shot a shotgun? Want to see what trap is all about? We’ve got you covered! Join us for our introduction to Shotgun/Trap at the Outdoor Heritage Education Complex at Platte River State Park! This class makes getting started in shooting very easy – and, thanks to NSSF partnership (National Shooting Sports Foundation), it’s only […]
Never shot a black powder rifle before? Interested in learning about Black Powder Rifles? Join us for our Introduction to Black Powder Rifles class! This class makes getting started in shooting very easy – and, thanks to NSSF partnership (National Shooting Sports Foundation), it’s only $10! Here you will learn about different types of black […]
Join us at Platte River State Park for a Dutch Oven Cooking clinic! Learn how to cook using Dutch Ovens, which make it easy to enjoy a tasty outdoor meal, just like in the old days! Instructors will share how to season, maintain temperature, cook with, basic tools, clean and store Dutch Ovens. You will […]