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Enjoy Halloween fun at state park events

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Halloween fun continues through the rest of October at state parks across Nebraska. There's something for everyone, whether that's trick-or-treating, campground decorating contests, pumpkin carving, hayrack rides or a scary treetops adventure after dark. Find a schedule of events on our calendar.

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Fall is calling all anglers to wet a line

Fall is a great time to wet a line, as fish are feeding heavily to prepare for winter. It's also one of the best times of year to catch big fish in a variety of species. Here are some tips to make the most of your fall fishing adventures.  

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One-click upland, waterfowl packages now available

We are excited to announce that one-click hunting packages are now available on our permit site, GoOutdoorsNE.com.

Our Hunt Upland Game and Hunt Waterfowl packages include all required permits and state-required stamps and adds them to your cart with just one click. The new-and-improved experience means you can get in the field faster. Login to the permit site to view or buy a package.

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Check boats, lifts and docks for invasive species

As recreation boating season winds down and waterfowl hunting season ramps up, Nebraskans are urged to check boats, boat lifts and docks for invasive species when removing them from the water. Waterfowl hunters should take special care prior to launching boats to avoid spreading invasive species.

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Dedication of Turpin Outdoor Education Center is Oct. 14

Celebrate the legacy of Dick Turpin by enjoying free time on the archery and firearm ranges at the dedication of the Turpin Outdoor Education Center on Oct. 14 in Lincoln. The dedication of the facility, formerly known as the Nebraska Outdoor Education Center, will take place from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., with special remarks at 11 a.m. It is located at 4703 N. 44th St.

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OUTDOOR OPPORTUNITIES

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Contest for young artists in Nebraska

Know a young artist? Encourage them to enter this art contest, in which students in grades K-12 can submit art of a native Nebraska reptile. Entries are accepted through Oct. 18.

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Spooky treetop fun at Mahoney

If you're ready to be scared, sign up for the Frights at Height experience at Eugene T. Mahoney State Park. Zombies, ghosts and ghouls will haunt the treetop ropes course after dark.

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Enjoy a trivia night all about nature

On Oct. 18, breweries in Lincoln, Wayne, Scottsbluff, Omaha and North Platte will be holding a trivia night that's all about nature. Bring your friends and see if you can come out on top!

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Chicken of the woods mushroom

Six favorite wild-grown foods of fall

A great way to enjoy nature this fall is foraging for edible foods like persimmon, wild onion, chicken-of-the-woods mushrooms and others. Here are six favorites and tips on how to find them.

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October wildlife viewing: Waterfowl migration

The next few months will be prime time for viewing waterfowl until the water freezes over. If you are new to identifying waterfowl, it can feel overwhelming; here are some tips to get started.

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Angler holding a state record walleye

See the latest state fish records

Some new state record fish are in the books! See Daryl Bauer's latest blog for pictures and info, including a 37-pound silver carp caught by rod and reel and an underwater spearfishing record.

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