Nebraska Game and Parks Outdoor Calendar
Game and Parks Events
Roll up your pant legs and meet us at Crawdad Creek on Saturday, May 23 from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Net and identify the critters you find and discuss their role in the ecosystem. Peer underwater with a scope or examine a magnified pond insect under a lens. Prepare to bring a change of clothes, […]
Join us on Saturday, May 16 at the Nature Center at Platte River State Park to learn about fishing in Nebraska. Explore fishing-themed activities in a nature center to expand your knowledge about Nebraska fish, fishing regulations and skills that will help you reel in a great catch. Stop in any time between 10 a.m. […]
Celebrate Nebraska Bird Month by learning more about birds at the Nature Center (below Mallet Lodge) at Platte River State Park on Saturday, May 9. Explore bird-themed activities and resources to expand your knowledge about Nebraska birds. Park naturalists will be available between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. This activity is free. A valid Nebraska […]
Join us Saturday, April 25 at Platte River State Park, Heritage Education Complex for Ladies Day on the Range. Grab your girlfriends and spend the morning building confidence, learning new skills, and enjoying time together in a welcoming, supportive environment. Participants will have the opportunity to try archery, shotguns, and handguns with guidance from certified instructors […]
Join us at Platte River State Park April 15 and 16 for the annual East Outdoor Discovery Program (ODP)! The East ODP provides interactive programs so all youth, novice or experienced, have the opportunity to explore new outdoor activities and recreational possibilities and learn new outdoor skills. The program is designed to enhance students’ knowledge and […]
Visit scenic Platte River State Park for a romantic Valentine’s Day Steak Night on Feb. 14 at the Walter Scott Jr. Lodge & Restaurant! The dinner will include choices of steak, chicken, fish, appetizers, a salad bar and more. For reservations, call 402-234-2217. 15 reservations are available as of Feb. 3. Call soon! DOWNLOAD THE […]
Start the new year off with a First Day Hike or Ride at Platte River State Park! Hike: Meet at 9 a.m. at the Walter Scott Lodge next to the red tower and join our Park Naturalists for a hike to Stone Creek Falls. Following the hike, warm up by the fireplace with hot cocoa, […]
Enjoy the beautiful winter season with friends and family at this Yule Log Festival at Platte River State Park! All Yule Log activities take place at Walter Scott Jr. Lodge. ACTIVITIES -Make pinecone bird feeders -Winter Holiday Cooking Decorating Contest: A fun holiday cookie competition. Bring your decorated festive platter of cookies to this fun […]
Join us at Platte River State Park for our annual Archery on Fire event! Bring the family and test your skills in archery and primitive shooting at the range. You’ll also find our naturalist tent with many different nature activities to explore. Equipment is provided and knowledgeable staff will be there to help. Activities • […]
Join us at the Outdoor Heritage Complex at Platte River State Park on Saturday, Nov. 8 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. for Veterans Appreciation Day! We'd like to honor and show our respect for those who have served in a war, sacrificing of themselves for the common good of our country. The first 50 […]
Join our park naturalists at Platte River State Park on Fridays in October from 4-6 p.m. for beginner astronomy activities! Make a constellation, use a star chart to identify seasonal stars, examine a moon globe and compare it to the moon you see in the sky and more. Use what you learn late at night […]
Join our park naturalists at Platte River State Park on Fridays in October from 4-6 p.m. for beginner astronomy activities! Make a constellation, use a star chart to identify seasonal stars, examine a moon globe and compare it to the moon you see in the sky and more. Use what you learn late at night […]