|
View as a website / Share
|
|
Public Access Atlas available
The 2023-2024 Public Access is here! If you're looking for a place to hunt, fish or trap, this annually-updated publication can help.
It displays over 1 million acres of publicly accessible land, and is available in print at Nebraska Game and Parks offices statewide as well as online.
|
|
Spend Labor Day at a Nebraska state park
Have plans for Labor Day? Why not spend it at a Nebraska state park? Enjoy your favorite outdoor activities, such as camping, fishing and hiking. Or cool off in the water! Many parks will have pools open (call ahead for hours), or head beachside at a designated swimming beach.
|
Hunting begins on state recreation areas Sept. 5
Hunters, remember that Nebraska's state recreation areas are closed to hunting until Sept. 5. Several hunting seasons open in early September, including archery deer, dove, grouse and other small game and furbearer seasons on Sept. 1. Early teal opens Sept. 2.
|
Low water prompts river access reminders
As dry conditions persist across much of the state, Nebraska Game and Parks will close river and stream access ramps to vehicles and other traffic as necessary. See details about closed areas at our website.
|
|
|
|
|
OUTDOOR OPPORTUNITIES
|
 See us at the Nebraska state fair
Have you seen Nebraska Game and Parks' exhibit at the state fair yet? Enjoy some time on the archery or pellet gun ranges, browse the 6,000-gallon aquarium and try the scavenger hunt.
|
 Living history event at Fort Atkinson
Experience Nebraska's fascinating history at Fort Atkinson State Historical Park this weekend. Watch military demonstrations, see reenactors portray civilian life, and ask them your questions.
|
 Beginner birding at Mahoney
Want to learn birding basics in a friendly atmosphere? Come to this free event at Eugene T. Mahoney State Park on Sept. 5, where we will explore the world of birding and hike the park looking for birds with a naturalist.
|
|
POPULAR ONLINE
|
 A do-it-yourself trail camera mount
The right trail camera in the right spot can be the key to tagging the buck of a lifetime. But getting a trail camera placed just right is easier said than done. Here's a solution.
|
 Last-season push for largemouth
Check out this new Nebraskaland Magazine article, in which Jeff Kurrus talks to an angler about strategies he uses to fish during late August and early September.
|
 How to cook with a Dutch oven
There's nothing like enjoying a meal fresh from a Dutch oven while on your fall camping trip. Here are some helpful tips for using Dutch ovens.
|
|
|
|
|
FEATURED PHOTO
From Nebraskaland Magazine:
 White-tailed deer fawn at Keller Park State Recreation Area.
Jenny Nguyen-Wheatley/Nebraskaland Magazine
|
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.
STAY CONNECTED
|
|
