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SUMMARY:Schramm Stewards Volunteer Opportunity
DESCRIPTION:Looking to get outdoors and volunteer? Schramm Park SRA holds regular volunteer opportunities to assist with land management efforts. Join NGPC staff as we work on activities such as invasive species removal\, seed collection\, trail maintenance\, brush piling\, and tree planting.\nRegister in advance if plan to attend so we can estimate head count for work materials: https://arcg.is/H1L5S2\nWear sturdy\, closed-toed shoes and long pants\, bring water\, and outdoor work/garden gloves. Long sleeves are also recommended. All ages are welcome for this opportunity\, but anyone under the age of 18 must have an accompanying adult.\nMeet at the park shelter next to Pond A. We’ll kick things off with an introduction to the project at the posted start time and then get started. Volunteers will need to sign a standard volunteer waiver upon arrival. We are meeting in the park\, so a state park vehicle permit is required.
URL:https://calendar.outdoornebraska.gov/event/schramm-stewards-volunteer-opportunity-4/2026-09-23/
LOCATION:Schramm Park State Recreation Area\, 21502 W. Highway 31\, Gretna\, NE\, 68028
CATEGORIES:Parks
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jen Ruyle":MAILTO:jennifer.ruyle@nebraska.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260912T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260912T133000
DTSTAMP:20261005T030934
CREATED:20260806T163328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T201416Z
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SUMMARY:Different Wings for Different Things
DESCRIPTION:Learn about some specialized flight adaptations of winged creatures at Schramm Park State Recreation Area on Sept. 12! \nFly on in to become an expert on all things wings and how different wings are used for different things. Be it birds\, bugs or bats\, you’ll discover how wings work. \nThis program will be meeting in the Treehouse Classroom at the park. You need a state park sticker on your vehicle to enter the park. \nThe program is free and does not require registration. \n*This program coincides with Girl Scouts Love State Parks and scouts will be able to pick up a “Girl Scouts Love State Parks: Explore Nebraska” magazine while attending.
URL:https://calendar.outdoornebraska.gov/event/different-wings-for-different-things/
LOCATION:Schramm Park State Recreation Area\, 21502 W. Highway 31\, Gretna\, NE\, 68028
CATEGORIES:Parks,Wildlife Education
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260910T203000
DTSTAMP:20261005T030934
CREATED:20260817T161846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T150108Z
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SUMMARY:Schramm After Dark: Spider Night Hike
DESCRIPTION:Did you know that the trails at Schramm Park are a great WEB-site? Join us for a spider night hike! \nWe will use flashlights to search for sparkling webs and reflective eyes as we hunt for amazing arachnids on the Hackberry Trail. \nWhat to bring: Bring your own flashlight or head lamp. \nMeeting location: Meet at the park shelter next to Pond A (the first pond as you enter the park). \nThis is a free program; a valid state park vehicle permit is required for entry. Contact jennifer.ruyle@nebraska.gov or 402-332-3901 with questions.
URL:https://calendar.outdoornebraska.gov/event/schramm-after-dark-spider-night-hike/
LOCATION:Schramm Park State Recreation Area\, 21502 W. Highway 31\, Gretna\, NE\, 68028
CATEGORIES:Parks,Wildlife Education
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jen Ruyle":MAILTO:jennifer.ruyle@nebraska.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260826T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260826T110000
DTSTAMP:20261005T030934
CREATED:20260624T192100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T165849Z
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SUMMARY:Schramm Stewards Volunteer Opportunity
DESCRIPTION:Looking to get outdoors and volunteer? Schramm Park SRA holds regular volunteer opportunities to assist with land management efforts. Join NGPC staff as we work on activities such as invasive species removal\, seed collection\, trail maintenance\, brush piling\, and tree planting.\nRegister in advance if plan to attend so we can estimate head count for work materials: https://arcg.is/H1L5S2\nWear sturdy\, closed-toed shoes and long pants\, bring water\, and outdoor work/garden gloves. Long sleeves are also recommended. All ages are welcome for this opportunity\, but anyone under the age of 18 must have an accompanying adult.\nMeet at the park shelter next to Pond A. We’ll kick things off with an introduction to the project at the posted start time and then get started. Volunteers will need to sign a standard volunteer waiver upon arrival. We are meeting in the park\, so a state park vehicle permit is required.
URL:https://calendar.outdoornebraska.gov/event/schramm-stewards-volunteer-opportunity-4/2026-08-26/
LOCATION:Schramm Park State Recreation Area\, 21502 W. Highway 31\, Gretna\, NE\, 68028
CATEGORIES:Parks
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jen Ruyle":MAILTO:jennifer.ruyle@nebraska.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260822T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260822T210000
DTSTAMP:20261005T030934
CREATED:20260519T213022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260723T192552Z
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SUMMARY:Sunset on Summer at Schramm Park
DESCRIPTION:Spend a Saturday evening enjoying all that Schramm Park State Recreation Area has to offer! Join us in the park around the Hatch House and Canyon Ponds as we celebrate outdoor time and nature’s beauty as summer transitions to fall. \nWe will have outdoor activities like round rafting and canoeing on the park ponds\, kids fishing\, geology\, outdoor cooking\, and other nature activities. \nEnjoy live music from Mark Irvin Music. Hotdog and bison burger meals will be available for purchase (card only). Black Cow Dairy will be on site to sell ice cream. \nThe Treehouse Classroom will be open from 5-8 p.m. \nJoin naturalists for a night hike to end the evening from 8-9 p.m. \nThis event is free and open to the public. A valid state park vehicle permit is required for entry. A map will be available at arrival with a list of all activities and locations.
URL:https://calendar.outdoornebraska.gov/event/sunset-on-summer-at-schramm-park-2/
LOCATION:Schramm Park State Recreation Area\, 21502 W. Highway 31\, Gretna\, NE\, 68028
CATEGORIES:Parks
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jen Ruyle":MAILTO:jennifer.ruyle@nebraska.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260730T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260730T193000
DTSTAMP:20261005T030934
CREATED:20260629T195158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T195158Z
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SUMMARY:Rafting and Rocks at Schramm Park SRA
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Schramm Park for an evening of rafting and rocks! We’ll have two activities to try. Round Rafts will be available for floating around on a pond and we will also be at the geological outcrop to explore the limestone layers and assist guests with discovering fossils in the rocks.\n\n\nPreregistration (Walk-ins welcome when class is below capacity.): REGISTER HERE\n\n\nNote: Round Raft Program Regulations: You must wear and fit in a life jacket and must be 8 & up to participate. Youth under 8 may ride with an adult chaperone if together are within craft weight limits or in tandem. Round Raft weight limit 225 lbs. Dress to get wet and bring towels.\n\n\nLocation: Schramm Park State Recreation Area\, Geological Outcrop and Pond near Outcrop/River Launch parking area.
URL:https://calendar.outdoornebraska.gov/event/rafting-and-rocks-at-schramm-park-sra-2/
LOCATION:Schramm Park State Recreation Area\, 21502 W. Highway 31\, Gretna\, NE\, 68028
CATEGORIES:Parks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260725T203000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260725T223000
DTSTAMP:20261005T030934
CREATED:20250505T203040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260701T173620Z
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SUMMARY:Schramm After Dark: Moth Lighting
DESCRIPTION:In celebration of National Moth Week\, educators from Nebraska Extension and Nebraska Game and Parks will lead a moth lighting at Schramm Park State Recreation Area. Bring a flashlight\, search for moths at the light trap\, and learn about moths and other nocturnal insects in Nebraska. We will use the iNaturalist app to document the species we encounter and collect data about nocturnal insects in the park. Data collected during this event will contribute to the Biodiversity in Nebraska State Parks initiative.\n**Collection of insects at this event is not permitted.**\n\nMeet at the park shelter next to pond A. A state park vehicle entry permit is required for vehicles entering the park. Visitors may also park in the parking lot of the Schramm Education Center (no permit required) and walk to the park shelter.\n\nAccommodation requests for attendance may be directed to Kait Chapman at least two weeks prior to the program at kchapman13@unl.edu or 402-441-7180. Early requests are strongly encouraged to allow sufficient time to meet access needs.
URL:https://calendar.outdoornebraska.gov/event/schramm-after-dark-moth-lighting/
LOCATION:Schramm Park State Recreation Area\, 21502 W. Highway 31\, Gretna\, NE\, 68028
CATEGORIES:Wildlife Education
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ORGANIZER;CN="Brianna Nugent":MAILTO:brianna.nugent@nebraska.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260723T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260723T110000
DTSTAMP:20261005T030934
CREATED:20260624T192100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T165849Z
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SUMMARY:Schramm Stewards Volunteer Opportunity
DESCRIPTION:Looking to get outdoors and volunteer? Schramm Park SRA holds regular volunteer opportunities to assist with land management efforts. Join NGPC staff as we work on activities such as invasive species removal\, seed collection\, trail maintenance\, brush piling\, and tree planting.\nRegister in advance if plan to attend so we can estimate head count for work materials: https://arcg.is/H1L5S2\nWear sturdy\, closed-toed shoes and long pants\, bring water\, and outdoor work/garden gloves. Long sleeves are also recommended. All ages are welcome for this opportunity\, but anyone under the age of 18 must have an accompanying adult.\nMeet at the park shelter next to Pond A. We’ll kick things off with an introduction to the project at the posted start time and then get started. Volunteers will need to sign a standard volunteer waiver upon arrival. We are meeting in the park\, so a state park vehicle permit is required.
URL:https://calendar.outdoornebraska.gov/event/schramm-stewards-volunteer-opportunity-4/2026-07-23/
LOCATION:Schramm Park State Recreation Area\, 21502 W. Highway 31\, Gretna\, NE\, 68028
CATEGORIES:Parks
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jen Ruyle":MAILTO:jennifer.ruyle@nebraska.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260625T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260625T193000
DTSTAMP:20261005T030934
CREATED:20260616T211158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260616T212014Z
UID:10008391-1782410400-1782415800@calendar.outdoornebraska.gov
SUMMARY:Rafting and Rocks at Schramm Park SRA
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Schramm Park for an evening of rafting and rocks! We’ll have two activities to try. Round Rafts will be available for floating around on a pond and we will also be at the geological outcrop to explore the limestone layers and assist guests with discovering fossils in the rocks.\n\n\nPreregistration (Walk-ins welcome when class is below capacity.): REGISTER HERE\n\n\nNote: Round Raft Program Regulations: You must wear and fit in a life jacket and must be 8 & up to participate. Youth under 8 may ride with an adult chaperone if together are within craft weight limits or in tandem. Round Raft weight limit 225 lbs. Dress to get wet and bring towels.\n\n\nLocation: Schramm Park State Recreation Area\, Geological Outcrop and Pond near Outcrop/River Launch parking area.
URL:https://calendar.outdoornebraska.gov/event/rafting-and-rocks-at-schramm-park-sra/
LOCATION:Schramm Park State Recreation Area\, 21502 W. Highway 31\, Gretna\, NE\, 68028
CATEGORIES:Parks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260624T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260624T110000
DTSTAMP:20261005T030934
CREATED:20260211T172314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T203904Z
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SUMMARY:Schramm Stewards Volunteer Opportunity
DESCRIPTION:Looking to get outdoors and volunteer? Schramm Park SRA holds regular volunteer opportunities to assist with oak woodland restoration efforts. Join NGPC staff as we work on activities such as invasive species removal\, seed collection\, trail maintenance\, brush piling\, and tree planting.\nRegister in advance if plan to attend so we can estimate head count for work materials: https://arcg.is/H1L5S2\nWear sturdy\, closed-toed shoes and long pants\, bring water\, and outdoor work/garden gloves. Long sleeves are also recommended. All ages are welcome for this opportunity\, but anyone under the age of 18 must have an accompanying adult.\nMeet at the park shelter next to Pond A. We’ll kick things off with an introduction to the project at the posted start time and then get started. Volunteers will need to sign a standard volunteer waiver upon arrival. We are meeting in the park\, so a state park vehicle permit is required.
URL:https://calendar.outdoornebraska.gov/event/schramm-stewards-volunteer-opportunity-3/2026-06-24/
LOCATION:Schramm Park State Recreation Area\, 21502 W. Highway 31\, Gretna\, NE\, 68028
CATEGORIES:Parks
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jen Ruyle":MAILTO:jennifer.ruyle@nebraska.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260530T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260530T170000
DTSTAMP:20261005T030934
CREATED:20260507T191741Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T165804Z
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SUMMARY:Live Recording of "Backyard Farmer" at Schramm Park SRA
DESCRIPTION:Calling all plant lovers\, gardeners and curious minds. This one’s for you! \n“Backyard Farmer” is hitting the road and traveling to the beautiful Schramm Park State Recreation Area near Gretna for a free event on Saturday\, May 30. We can’t wait to see you there! \nQ&A starts at 3:15 p.m.\nLive recording at 4 p.m. \nJoin Host Kim Todd and panelists Jody Green\, Kyle Broderick\, Dana Freeman and Dennis Ferraro for an afternoon of fun. Bring your lawn chairs\, picnic blankets and your best questions\, and even samples from your lawn or gardens for part of the Q&A session. \nMake your day of it and come early for Know Your Nebraska Invasives Day! From 12-3 p.m.\, you can enjoy a free\, family-friendly event with hands-on activities\, games and outdoor experiences to help visitors identify invasive species\, understand their impact on Nebraska’s ecosystems and learn how to prevent their spread. This event is hosted by the Nebraska Games and Parks Commission. \nIn case of inclement weather\, “Backyard Farmer” will be recorded inside the education center. Know Your Invasive Species Day will be cancelled. \nParking is available near the education center parking lot. A state permit is not required to park at the education center but is for other areas of the park. \n 
URL:https://calendar.outdoornebraska.gov/event/backyard-farmer-at-schramm-park-sra/
LOCATION:Schramm Park State Recreation Area\, 21502 W. Highway 31\, Gretna\, NE\, 68028
CATEGORIES:Parks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260530T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260530T150000
DTSTAMP:20261005T030934
CREATED:20260316T213919Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T165824Z
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SUMMARY:Know Your Invasives Day at Schramm Park SRA
DESCRIPTION:Join Nebraska Game and Parks and the Nebraska Invasive Species Council at Know Your Nebraska Invasives Day on Saturday\, May 30 from noon to 3 p.m. at Schramm Park State Recreation Area! \nThis all-ages event is full of interactive activities for people of all skillsets. Learn about Nebraska’s terrestrial and aquatic invasive species threats\, how to prevent them\, and how they impact Nebraska’s diverse ecosystems. Nebraska’s invasive species professionals will guide you through fun and educational activities\, demonstrate invasive species management methods\, and answer any questions you may have. Come ready to learn\, play and earn prizes! \nActivities\n· Guided nature hike \n· Aquatic vegetation sampling demonstration \n· Electrofishing demonstration on the Platte River \n· Shoreline fishing guidance and loaner equipment \n· Activities relating to Nebraska’s invasive species\, aquatic resources\, and geology \n· Many more! \nStick around after the event for a live taping of Backyard Farmer television show to the east of the Schramm Education Center Building! \nIn the case of inclement weather\, the Know Your Invasives Day event will be cancelled\, but the Backyard Farmer taping will still take place and will move inside the Schramm Education Center. Any cancellation or changes will be updated on the Outdoor Calendar. \nContact: Jena Paugels\, jena.paugels@nebraska.gov\, 402-429-8716
URL:https://calendar.outdoornebraska.gov/event/know-your-invasive-day-at-schramm-education-center/
LOCATION:Schramm Park State Recreation Area\, 21502 W. Highway 31\, Gretna\, NE\, 68028
CATEGORIES:Wildlife Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260527T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260527T110000
DTSTAMP:20261005T030934
CREATED:20260211T172314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T203904Z
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SUMMARY:Schramm Stewards Volunteer Opportunity
DESCRIPTION:Looking to get outdoors and volunteer? Schramm Park SRA holds regular volunteer opportunities to assist with oak woodland restoration efforts. Join NGPC staff as we work on activities such as invasive species removal\, seed collection\, trail maintenance\, brush piling\, and tree planting.\nRegister in advance if plan to attend so we can estimate head count for work materials: https://arcg.is/H1L5S2\nWear sturdy\, closed-toed shoes and long pants\, bring water\, and outdoor work/garden gloves. Long sleeves are also recommended. All ages are welcome for this opportunity\, but anyone under the age of 18 must have an accompanying adult.\nMeet at the park shelter next to Pond A. We’ll kick things off with an introduction to the project at the posted start time and then get started. Volunteers will need to sign a standard volunteer waiver upon arrival. We are meeting in the park\, so a state park vehicle permit is required.
URL:https://calendar.outdoornebraska.gov/event/schramm-stewards-volunteer-opportunity-3/2026-05-27/
LOCATION:Schramm Park State Recreation Area\, 21502 W. Highway 31\, Gretna\, NE\, 68028
CATEGORIES:Parks
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jen Ruyle":MAILTO:jennifer.ruyle@nebraska.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260516T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260516T113000
DTSTAMP:20261005T030934
CREATED:20260323T160406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260427T201916Z
UID:10007722-1778925600-1778931000@calendar.outdoornebraska.gov
SUMMARY:**FULL** Kite-Making Workshop at Schramm Treehouse
DESCRIPTION:**This workshop is now full as of 4/23. You may still sign up to be placed on a wait list and you will be notified the week of the event if space opens up.**\n\n\nSpring is the perfect time to fly a kite! Sign up to join us at the Schramm Treehouse Classroom for a kite-making workshop on Free Park Entry Day and in celebration of Nebraska Bird Month. Dominique Ellis with the Center for Great Plains Studies and Great Plains Art Museum will lead this hands-on\, kid-friendly workshop. We’ll start with a short presentation about the rich cultural history of kites\, look at some Nebraska birds for inspiration\, and then dive into constructing and decorating your own bird kite to take home.\nPlease register in advance here: https://arcg.is/1XCqvT1. This workshop is limited to 25 kite makers. While all ages are welcome\, kite construction is best accomplished by ages 8+.
URL:https://calendar.outdoornebraska.gov/event/kite-making-workshop-at-schramm-treehouse/
LOCATION:Schramm Park State Recreation Area\, 21502 W. Highway 31\, Gretna\, NE\, 68028
CATEGORIES:Wildlife Education
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jen Ruyle":MAILTO:jennifer.ruyle@nebraska.gov
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260428T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260428T110000
DTSTAMP:20261005T030934
CREATED:20260211T172314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T203904Z
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SUMMARY:Schramm Stewards Volunteer Opportunity
DESCRIPTION:Looking to get outdoors and volunteer? Schramm Park SRA holds regular volunteer opportunities to assist with oak woodland restoration efforts. Join NGPC staff as we work on activities such as invasive species removal\, seed collection\, trail maintenance\, brush piling\, and tree planting.\nRegister in advance if plan to attend so we can estimate head count for work materials: https://arcg.is/H1L5S2\nWear sturdy\, closed-toed shoes and long pants\, bring water\, and outdoor work/garden gloves. Long sleeves are also recommended. All ages are welcome for this opportunity\, but anyone under the age of 18 must have an accompanying adult.\nMeet at the park shelter next to Pond A. We’ll kick things off with an introduction to the project at the posted start time and then get started. Volunteers will need to sign a standard volunteer waiver upon arrival. We are meeting in the park\, so a state park vehicle permit is required.
URL:https://calendar.outdoornebraska.gov/event/schramm-stewards-volunteer-opportunity-3/2026-04-28/
LOCATION:Schramm Park State Recreation Area\, 21502 W. Highway 31\, Gretna\, NE\, 68028
CATEGORIES:Parks
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jen Ruyle":MAILTO:jennifer.ruyle@nebraska.gov
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260418T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260418T100000
DTSTAMP:20261005T030934
CREATED:20260312T171008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T193125Z
UID:10007685-1776502800-1776506400@calendar.outdoornebraska.gov
SUMMARY:Spring Beginner Bird Hike at Schramm Park SRA
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a spring bird hike at beautiful Schramm Park State Recreation Area! Meet at the park shelter next to Pond A at 9 a.m. \nListen and look for migrating songbirds and waterfowl on a guided\, early morning hike on the river trail.\nBring binoculars if you have them\, or binoculars will be available to borrow. This will be a one-hour hike along a flat\, grass and dirt path. All ages and experience levels are welcome!
URL:https://calendar.outdoornebraska.gov/event/spring-beginner-bird-hike-at-schramm-park-sra/
LOCATION:Schramm Park State Recreation Area\, 21502 W. Highway 31\, Gretna\, NE\, 68028
CATEGORIES:Wildlife Education
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jen Ruyle":MAILTO:jennifer.ruyle@nebraska.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260406T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260406T140000
DTSTAMP:20261005T030934
CREATED:20260312T170712Z
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SUMMARY:Treehouse Time: April-Inspired Art & Activities
DESCRIPTION:Embrace the importance of unstructured\, free play as part of healthy development and wellbeing as you visit our new Treehouse Classroom at Schramm Park SRA! April includes Earth Day and Arbor Day all in one month. Enjoy April-inspired activities which will be available for all ages to enjoy at our treehouse. Work on a group artwork with recycled materials\, write a letter to a tree or adopt a tree to observe throughout the year. \nThe Treehouse is a perfect place to sit in a nook with a book\, ponder a puzzle\, build with loose parts or take in the view overlooking the Canyon Ponds. \nAdmission is free. A valid state park vehicle permit is required for park entry.
URL:https://calendar.outdoornebraska.gov/event/treehouse-time-april-inspired-art-activities/
LOCATION:Schramm Park State Recreation Area\, 21502 W. Highway 31\, Gretna\, NE\, 68028
CATEGORIES:Wildlife Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260325T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260325T110000
DTSTAMP:20261005T030934
CREATED:20260211T172314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T203904Z
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SUMMARY:Schramm Stewards Volunteer Opportunity
DESCRIPTION:Looking to get outdoors and volunteer? Schramm Park SRA holds regular volunteer opportunities to assist with oak woodland restoration efforts. Join NGPC staff as we work on activities such as invasive species removal\, seed collection\, trail maintenance\, brush piling\, and tree planting.\nRegister in advance if plan to attend so we can estimate head count for work materials: https://arcg.is/H1L5S2\nWear sturdy\, closed-toed shoes and long pants\, bring water\, and outdoor work/garden gloves. Long sleeves are also recommended. All ages are welcome for this opportunity\, but anyone under the age of 18 must have an accompanying adult.\nMeet at the park shelter next to Pond A. We’ll kick things off with an introduction to the project at the posted start time and then get started. Volunteers will need to sign a standard volunteer waiver upon arrival. We are meeting in the park\, so a state park vehicle permit is required.
URL:https://calendar.outdoornebraska.gov/event/schramm-stewards-volunteer-opportunity-3/2026-03-25/
LOCATION:Schramm Park State Recreation Area\, 21502 W. Highway 31\, Gretna\, NE\, 68028
CATEGORIES:Parks
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jen Ruyle":MAILTO:jennifer.ruyle@nebraska.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260101T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260101T120000
DTSTAMP:20261005T030934
CREATED:20241115T175439Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251212T211036Z
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SUMMARY:First Day Hike at Schramm Park
DESCRIPTION:Start off your new year in Nebraska’s great outdoors with a First Day Hike at Schramm Park SRA! \nMeet at the Schramm Education Center at 10:30 a.m. on New Year’s Day. Choose which hike works best for you: a short hike along our Catalpa Trail with flatter terrain\, or a longer hike at Schramm Park SRA through the forested hills. Following the hike\, we will have a winter art activity for kids and a campfire for roasting marshmallows. \nPrepare for the hike: dress in layers\, wear a hat\, bring a water bottle and check the forecast. Dogs are welcome on a six-foot leash. \nNote that programs may be altered due to weather and trail conditions. Check the Schramm Education Center Facebook page for cancellations/modified schedules if severe weather advisories are in the area.
URL:https://calendar.outdoornebraska.gov/event/first-day-hike-at-schramm-park/
LOCATION:Schramm Park State Recreation Area\, 21502 W. Highway 31\, Gretna\, NE\, 68028
CATEGORIES:Parks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251211T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251211T200000
DTSTAMP:20261005T030934
CREATED:20250923T201348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T170100Z
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SUMMARY:Night Hike at Schramm Park
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy the sounds of the forest on a crisp winter night and join Schramm naturalists to hike the forest after nightfall.\n\nMeet at the pond trailhead and bring a flashlight or head lamp. We will hike for about an hour and will walk about 2 miles\, from the Pond Trailhead along the Hackberry Trail to the full Red Cedar Trail loop. There are stairs at the trailhead and one spot along the hike where there will be an elevation change and we will walk up a hill.\nThis is a free program\, but a State Park Vehicle Entry Permit is required. If you do not already have one\, a daily park permit can be purchased at the self-service box at the park entrance that night with exact cash or check ($7 for Nebraska licensed vehicles; $14 for non-Nebraska licensed vehicles).
URL:https://calendar.outdoornebraska.gov/event/night-hike-at-schramm-park-2/
LOCATION:Schramm Park State Recreation Area\, 21502 W. Highway 31\, Gretna\, NE\, 68028
CATEGORIES:Wildlife Education
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jen Ruyle":MAILTO:jennifer.ruyle@nebraska.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251128T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251128T113000
DTSTAMP:20261005T030934
CREATED:20251107T150444Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251110T163626Z
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SUMMARY:Schramm Stewards Black Friday Volunteer Opportunity: Pick Up the Park
DESCRIPTION:Looking to opt outside on Black Friday? Or just need something to do after your holiday shopping at the outlets? Schramm Park SRA is holding an outdoor volunteer opportunity! Join NGPC staff as we hike the river view trail and pick up trash to prep the park for winter. Bring gloves if you wish. Garbage bags will be provided.\nWear sturdy\, closed-toed shoes and dress for the weather. All ages are welcome for this opportunity\, but anyone under the age of 18 must have an accompanying adult.\nRegister in advance if plan to attend so we can estimate head count for work materials: https://arcg.is/H1L5S2.\nMeet at the park shelter next to Pond A. We’ll kick things off at 10 am with an introduction to the project and then hike the river view trail together and pick up trash. Volunteers will need to sign a standard volunteer waiver upon arrival.
URL:https://calendar.outdoornebraska.gov/event/__trashed-3/
LOCATION:Schramm Park State Recreation Area\, 21502 W. Highway 31\, Gretna\, NE\, 68028
CATEGORIES:Parks
ORGANIZER;CN="Jen Ruyle":MAILTO:jennifer.ruyle@nebraska.gov
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