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Duck hunters select from two bag limits when registering for HIP
Duck hunters again must choose between two daily bag limits when they register for their Harvest Information Program number this year.
Nebraska and South Dakota are entering the third year of a ?two-tier? program for the regular duck season.
Tier I is a traditional six-duck bag limit with species and sex restrictions. Tier II is a three-duck bag limit with no species or sex restrictions.
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Commission will consider changes to state park entry fees
Nebraska Game and Parks will consider staff recommendations to increase the fee for state park entry permits when it meets Aug. 4 in Valentine. The meeting will begin at 8 a.m. Central time at the Niobrara Lodge, 803 E. Highway 20.
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Self mentors hunter, wins Take ?em Hunting prize
Curtis Self stepped in to teach a friend the ropes of hunting. And on July 20, he accepted the Take 'em Hunting grand prize, a John Deere Gator. His name was drawn randomly from nearly 400 participants in the challenge.
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Learn fishing basics at Community Fishing events
How would you like an introduction to fishing in a supportive, welcoming environment? At Nebraska Game and Parks' Community Fishing events across the state, you can pick up the basics with the help of friendly staff members and volunteers, and use loaner equipment to get started. See the schedule online.
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Begin your hunting journey with hunter ed course
Take your first step into the world of hunting with a hunter education course. It's not too late to sign up and be ready for the fall season. Nebraska offers both online and traditional classroom courses for your convenience; visit our website and pick the one that's right for you.
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OUTDOOR OPPORTUNITIES
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 Run, bike or kayak in Crofton's Dam Race
There's still time to sign up! Choose your adventure between three events, a triathlon with kayaking instead of swimming, a half marathon or bike race. Stay to enjoy a beautiful park.
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 See and learn about Nebraska's snakes
At this free event July 29-30, you can see most of Nebraska's 29 snake species, meet herpetologist Dennis Ferraro, ask an expert your snake questions, and see venomous snakes up-close.
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 Full Moon Hike at Ponca State Park
Join a Ponca State Park naturalist for a moonlit hike Aug. 1. Participants will hike the Corps of Discovery Trail while learning about the night sky and the August Sturgeon Moon.
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POPULAR ONLINE
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 An outdoor staycation at Summit Lake
A visit to Summit Lake State Recreation Area is like arriving in paradise without having to hop onto a plane. Learn more about what this picturesque park offers in this new Nebraskaland article.
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 Nebraska's only marsupial: opossums!
With a nearly hairless, scaly tail, a mouth full of teeth and the ability to ?play dead,? opossums are one of the most unique mammals waddling around Nebraska. Learn more in this new article.
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 Why you should release big catfish
You've just caught a master angler-sized catfish; now what? If you plan to keep your catch, remember that there are some great reasons why you shouldn't. Read more from Greg Wagner.
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FEATURED PHOTO
From Nebraskaland Magazine:
 Niobrara National Scenic River in Cherry County.
Justin Haag/Nebraskaland Magazine
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Nebraska Game and Parks Commission
2200 North 33rd Street
Lincoln, NE 68503
402-471-0641
www.OutdoorNebraska.gov
Nebraska Game and Parks Commission is responsible for stewardship of the state's fish, wildlife, parklands and outdoor recreation opportunities.
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