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Free Fishing and Park Entry Day is May 20

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No permit, no problem. On May 20, enjoy a Saturday of fishing or state park activities without the need to purchase a fishing or park entry permit for the day.

Free Fishing and Park Entry Day, held annually in Nebraska on the Saturday preceding Memorial Day weekend, means anyone can explore outdoor opportunities at any Nebraska state park, state recreation area or state historical park. Visit our website to learn about fun park events taking place that day.

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Still time to register for Memorial Run

Runners ? and walkers ? across the state still have time to register for the annual Tyler Vanderheiden Memorial Run set for May 20, 2023, at Cody Park in North Platte.

The annual race is aimed at raising awareness and understanding of mental health and is a fundraiser for Nebraska Game and Parks state park trails.

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Discover great birdwatching at these 8 wetlands

Wetlands are a great place to watch birds. In honor of Nebraska Bird Month and American Wetlands Month, here are eight wetland areas that offer good birding opportunities. Plan a trip to celebrate!

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Outdoor recreation grants accepting applications

Two federal grant programs administered by Nebraska Game and Parks are accepting applications from communities across Nebraska for recreation improvements. Learn more online.

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OUTDOOR OPPORTUNITIES


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Enjoy a melodrama at Mahoney

Grab the popcorn and enjoy some light-hearted family fun at a Eugene T. Mahoney State Park melodrama this summer. This year?s schedule runs May 26-Aug. 20, with three plays showing.

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Migratory Bird Day at Ponca State Park

Join us at Ponca State Park on May 13 for a day all about birds.?Make a bird feeder, watch birds, and learn the history of migration along the Missouri River. Ponca is a great birdwatching site!

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Have fun outdoors at Fort Kearny Expo

The Fort Kearny Expo offers the chance to try a variety of outdoor activities, including fishing, kayaking, archery, outdoor cooking, camping skills and more. Join us May 13!

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Debunking life jacket myths

"I have life jackets on board; I'll just grab one if I tip over." "We're close to shore." "I'm a strong swimmer." Conservation officers often hear the same excuses when boaters don't wear life jackets. Here's why they don't hold up.

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Anglers: Try for the Nebraska Trout Slam

With additional rainbow trout being stocked [ [link removed] ], now is a great time to continue to work on completing the Nebraska Trout Slam. To achieve the Slam, catch and photograph all four trout species found in Nebraska.

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Trapping turkeys

A new research effort is aiming to uncover mysteries about Nebraska?s wild turkeys. University of Nebraska-Lincoln researchers have teamed up with Nebraska Game and Parks to trap turkeys, measure them, collect samples and outfit them with GPS transmitters and leg bands.

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