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Fall turkey permits available beginning Aug. 14

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Looking forward to Nebraska's fall turkey season? It's almost time to start buying permits: They will be available for purchase starting at 1 p.m. Central time Aug. 14.

A fall turkey permit still is valid statewide, but significant changes have taken place for the fall season in 2023.


* Each hunter may only have one fall permit.
* The bag limit allows the take of one turkey of either sex with a shotgun or archery equipment.
* All turkey harvests must be reported via Telecheck.
* The fall turkey season is Oct. 1-Nov. 30.?

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Attend grand opening of Kearny outdoor education complex

We are excited to announce the opening of Nebraska Game and Parks' new outdoor education complex located near Kearney. Join us for the grand opening of the Kearny Outdoor Education Complex on Aug. 19, and enjoy some shooting sports fun, meeting our friendly staff and enjoying hotdogs and refreshments.

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High water temperatures causing fish die-offs

Nebraska Game and Parks biologists are investigating the extent of a fish die-off along the Platte and Loup rivers near Columbus and downstream, as well as along the Loup Power Canal.?Multiple species of dead fish were documented along the waterways July 28.

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Bighorn sheep lottery applications close Aug. 4

There's still time to apply for Nebraska's bighorn sheep lottery permit, but hurry: applications must be received by Aug. 4, 2023, before 5 p.m. CST. Only Nebraska residents are eligible. Get your application in today and take a shot at winning this truly unique opportunity!

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Waterfowl hunters: Time to register for HIP

Registration for the Harvest Information Program (HIP) began on Aug. 1; waterfowl and webless migratory bird hunters are required to register for a HIP number. New in 2023: Hunters must register for HIP through their customer profile in the Nebraska Game and Parks permit system [ [link removed]*7no7ex*_ga*MTM2ODQzMjkxMy4xNjcxMjMxMDIz*_ga_MFGSGX9CRV*MTY5MDk4MzkzMi4yNDQuMS4xNjkwOTg2MzY1LjAuMC4w ]. To find instructions on how to do so, and more information, visit us online.

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Hooked for Life event in McCook

Begin your fishing journey ? or restart it ? by attending this free fishing event in McCook. Enjoy free instruction from friendly staff and the use of loaner equipment to learn how to fish.

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Living history weekend at Fort Atkinson

Take in Nebraska history this weekend at Fort Atkinson State Historical Park near Omaha! See demonstrations of military and civilian life, and interact with the reenactors.

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Nature Nerd trivia night in Lincoln

Put your nature knowledge to the test! Get your fellow nature nerds together and join us at Boiler Brewing Company for a nature trivia night. Join us Aug. 10 from 7 to 9 p.m.

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At-risk species spotlight: Burrowing owls

Burrowing owls, like their name suggests, nest in underground burrows, making them unique among owl species in North America. Learn more about this fascinating species in this new article.

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Handy tips on catching walleye

Here's your latest fishing tip from Daryl Bauer: If you want to catch more big walleyes, fish for them more like you would muskies, and less like you would for perch. Wondering why? Follow the link to read the full story.

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Getting permission to hunt on private land

One of the biggest obstacles to hunters is getting permission to hunt on private land. In his latest blog, Greg Wagner shares what works for him, as well as tips you can use when seeking permission from a landowner.

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