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Pheasant and quail season opens Oct. 28

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Nebraska's pheasant and quail season opens statewide on Saturday, Oct. 28, and you don't want to miss it!

Learn what to expect in the field with the Upland Game Bird Hunting Outlook [ [link removed] ], and find places to hunt with the Stubble Access Guide [ [link removed] ] and Public Access Atlas [ [link removed] ]. For a fun challenge, see if you can complete the Upland Slam [ [link removed] ].

Remember to share your adventure with a new hunter ? bird hunting is a great way to introduce novices to the sport you enjoy. See you out there!

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Enjoy final weekend of Halloween park events

There's still time to get in on Halloween fun at Nebraska's state parks. This weekend, come enjoy various events for all ages ? including haunted trails, pumpkin carving, costume contests, trick-or-treating and more. A park entry permit is required; beat the lines and buy ahead of time online [ [link removed] ].

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Catch an education event in November

Ready to learn something new? Nebraska Game and Parks educators have scheduled interesting and engaging events for the curious in November. Read more to discover some fun learning opportunities, such as a trivia night, Veterans Appreciation Day, homeschool hikes and much more.

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Mountain lion lottery application period is Nov. 6 to Dec. 13

Nebraska Game and Parks will accept lottery applications for mountain lion permits Nov. 6 ? Dec. 13, 2023, for the 2024 hunting season.

Permits are available only to Nebraska residents, who may have one permit per calendar year. The bag limit for each permit is one mountain lion of either sex.

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Haunted Halloween at Fort Robinson

This Oct. 28 event features trick-or-treating, a costume contest (for both pets and people!), s'mores, and a free wagon ride through the haunted campground. Bring your best costume and join us.

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Birding for beginners at Mahoney

Pick up a new hobby you can enjoy this fall: birding! Come to Eugene T. Mahoney State Park on Oct. 31 and hike the park, exploring the world of birding alongside a park naturalist.

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Learn about the science of canids

Canids are some of the most common pets in the world, but what about their wild cousins ? jackals, wolves, coyotes, foxes and dingoes? Sign up for this free webinar to learn more.

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Explore these 'spooky' at-risk species

Halloween's "scary" creatures of the night are not as spooky as they appear. Brush aside the myths and learn the truth about often-feared species like bats, timber rattlesnakes and others.

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How anglers can use wind to their advantage

If you are an angler in Nebraska, it's important to learn how to adapt and adjust to the wind. Here are some tips, courtesy of Game and Parks' Daryl Bauer, on how you can take advantage of wind.

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Tips for archery deer hunting during the rut

With the deer breeding season kicking off, bowhunters can take advantage of several tactics to lure a buck or doe within shooting range. Read more for details and get ready for a great hunt.

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