Nebraska Game and Parks Outdoor Calendar
Game and Parks Events
Experience Wildcat Hills in a whole new way — at night! Join us for a guided .57-mile hike along the Nature Trail and discover how wildlife and the landscape come alive after dark. Learn about the nocturnal creatures that call Wildcat Hills home while exploring the trail by flashlight. It’s sure to be a “howling” […]
Hop, slither, and crawl into the world of reptiles and amphibians! Meet some of Nebraska's amazing cold-blooded animals and discover where they live and how they survive. The Wildcat Hills Preschool Nature Program meets once a month at 10 a.m. Mountain Time at the Wildcat Hills Nature Center. Each program is led by certified educators and includes […]
How do animals prepare for the cold? Discover who hibernates, who migrates, and who stays active all winter long. The Wildcat Hills Preschool Nature Program meets once a month at 10 a.m. Mountain Time at the Wildcat Hills Nature Center. Each program is led by certified educators and includes a story, hands-on activities, outdoor exploration, and a […]
Meet one of Nebraska's most iconic wildlife species! Discover how bighorn sheep are perfectly adapted to life on rugged cliffs and learn about the conservation efforts helping these impressive animals make a comeback. The Wildcat Hills Homeschool Program meets once a month at 10 a.m. Mountain Time at the Wildcat Hills Nature Center. Each month, certified educators […]
Celebrate the magic of winter! Explore snow, ice, evergreen trees, and the amazing ways plants and animals survive the chilly season. The Wildcat Hills Preschool Nature Program meets once a month at 10 a.m. Mountain Time at the Wildcat Hills Nature Center. Each program is led by certified educators and includes a story, hands-on activities, outdoor exploration, […]
Slow down and see nature through a new lens. Learn simple journaling techniques while sharpening your observation skills through drawing, writing, and exploring the outdoors. The Wildcat Hills Homeschool Program meets once a month at 10 a.m. Mountain Time at the Wildcat Hills Nature Center. Each month, certified educators will lead a new hands-on nature program exploring […]
Spiders aren't insects, they're amazing engineers! Discover how spiders spin incredible webs, catch their food, and help keep nature in balance through fun activities and crafts. The Wildcat Hills Preschool Nature Program meets once a month at 10 a.m. Mountain Time at the Wildcat Hills Nature Center. Each program is led by certified educators and includes a story, […]
From birds building nests to spiders weaving webs, nature is full of incredible builders! Explore how animals shape the world around them and solve problems using their amazing adaptations. The Wildcat Hills Homeschool Program meets once a month at 10 a.m. Mountain Time at the Wildcat Hills Nature Center. Each month, certified educators will lead a new […]
Become a nature detective! Search for tracks, feathers, and other clues to discover which animals have been exploring the outdoors. The Wildcat Hills Preschool Nature Program meets once a month at 10 a.m. Mountain Time at the Wildcat Hills Nature Center. Each program is led by certified educators and includes a story, hands-on activities, outdoor exploration, and […]
Become a wildlife detective! Search for tracks, scat, feathers, and other clues to uncover the hidden stories animals leave behind and discover who has been exploring the landscape. The Wildcat Hills Homeschool Program meets once a month at 10 a.m. Mountain Time at the Wildcat Hills Nature Center. Each month, certified educators will lead a new hands-on […]
Spring is waking up, and so are the bugs! Search for insects, discover their amazing colors and shapes, and learn why these tiny creatures are so important to nature. The Wildcat Hills Preschool Nature Program meets once a month at 10 a.m. Mountain Time at the Wildcat Hills Nature Center. Each program is led by certified educators and […]
Buzz into the world of insects and pollinators! Discover the tiny creatures that keep our ecosystems healthy and learn why bees, butterflies, beetles, and other insects are some of nature's hardest workers. The Wildcat Hills Homeschool Program meets once a month at 10 a.m. Mountain Time at the Wildcat Hills Nature Center. Each month, certified educators will […]