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Unlimited quota deer, antelope permits available starting July 10

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It's time to start looking ahead to fall hunting season! Hunters may begin purchasing unlimited quota Nebraska deer and antelope permits July 10.

Residents, nonresidents and eligible landowners may purchase permits through the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission starting at 1 p.m. Central time.?Purchases may be made online, in person at a Game and Parks office, or via mail.

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Fort Kearny SRA will allow fireworks July 4

Only one Nebraska state park area will allow fireworks this Fourth of July. Visitors to Fort Kearny State Recreation Area will be allowed to touch off fireworks on July 4.

Due to exceptional drought conditions, Branched Oak, Wagon Train, Memphis and Pawnee state recreation areas will not permit fireworks as they have in past years.

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Paddlefish snagging permits accepted July 1-14

This fall, you could enjoy fishing for one of Nebraska's most unique fish species in the Missouri River. Apply for a paddlefish snagging permit from July 1-14.

The application period opens at 1 p.m. CST on July 1. Mail applications must be received by Game and Parks? Lincoln office by 5 p.m. CST on July 14, while online applications must be received by 11:59 p.m. CST on July 14.

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Boat safely on the Fourth of July

Many people will be spending time on a boat to celebrate the Fourth. If you'll be one of them, be prepared with our tips for boater safety, as this is a holiday when more boaters will be on the water and alcohol use ? a major risk factor ? is prevalent. Brush up on your safety skills on our website.

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OUTDOOR OPPORTUNITIES

People preparing to kayak at Schramm Park State Recreation Area

Help clean up your local lake, by kayak!

Enjoy spending some time on the water, and do something great for your community at the same time. Join us on July 11 at one of six lakes to remove trash while kayaking.?

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Soldiers marching at Fort Atkinson

Fourth of July living history at Fort Atkinson

On July 1-2, visit Fort Atkinson State Historical Park to enjoy a special Fourth of July-themed living history celebration. See how the Fourth would have been celebrated in the 1820s.

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Learn about the science of mountain lions

Mountain lions have made an interesting mark on American history, but how much do you know about them? Register for this free webinar exploring this topic with Game and Parks educators.

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Explore Nebraska's diverse prairies

Nebraska is a diverse place, and so are our prairies. Let's take a quick tour of Nebraska's four different prairies, or ecoregions, and explore what makes them special.

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Travel the state with Great Park Pursuit

For a fun summer adventure with family and friends, look no further than the Great Park Pursuit. This free program encourages teams to visit up to 20 park sites, with chances for prizes.

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Why you should fish for bluegill this summer

No doubt about it, fishing gets tougher in the summer heat. However, one fish can still provide plenty of fishing fun this time of year ? bluegills! Here are eight reasons to pursue them this summer.

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