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Make safety a priority this firearm deer season
Ready for firearm deer season? It begins Saturday, Nov. 11, and in the midst of the excitement, be sure to keep safety top of mind.
Communicate and follow the four primary rules of firearm safety with your friends and family:
- Treat every firearm as if it is loaded.
- Always point the muzzle of your firearm in a safe direction.
- Be sure of your target, what is in front of it, and what is beyond it.
- Keep your finger outside of the trigger guard until you are ready to fire.
For additional tips to know, follow the link below. Happy hunting!
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Start your holiday shopping with this great deal
Get a jump on your holiday shopping and save money with this special deal from Nebraskaland Magazine. For a limited time, you can get a one-year subscription plus a 2024 Nebraskaland calendar for $24, a savings of $4.95. Grab it before it's gone! Look for the "Fall Special" option on our website.
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Upland hunters see variable success in opener
Nebraska?s 2023 pheasant and quail season opener Oct. 28 greeted hunters with a front of cold winter weather and variable success.
Based on field reports, pheasant hunters found better success in parts of northeast, central, and south-central Nebraska. Many hunters also found good numbers of quail, especially throughout their core range in south-central and southeastern Nebraska.??
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Game and Parks open for customer service on Veterans Day
Nebraska Game and Parks customer service offices will be open on Veterans Day, Friday, Nov. 10. That also is the day before the nine-day firearm deer season opens, meaning hunters can purchase deer permits at office locations.
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OUTDOOR OPPORTUNITIES
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 Join us for Veterans Appreciation Day?
On Nov. 11, join us for a family-friendly event at Platte River State Park celebrating veterans.?The first 50 visitors with any military ID will receive a token for one free shooting activity.
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 Learn about the science of venom and poison
"Venomous" and "poisonous" are often used interchangeably with each other, but the truth is, they couldn?t be more different. Sign up for this free webinar on Nov. 16 to learn more.
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 View bighorn sheep this month
November is a great time for viewing bighorn sheep in the Nebraska Panhandle, as they are in rut. In this new article, learn more about bighorns and how you can catch a glimpse of them.
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 Tips for late fall fishing from Daryl Bauer
With temperatures dropping, Daryl Bauer isn't sitting around waiting for ice-up. There's still good fishing opportunities, especially if you adjust your strategy for this time of year. Here are his tips.
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 Learn more about Nebraska's lizards
Take a quick hike through the prairies of western Nebraska, and you may see a scampering reptile with a long, slender tail. Don't panic ? it's a lizard. Read more to learn some interesting facts.
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 Firearm deer reason: Things to remember
With firearm deer season starting soon, there can be a lot to keep in mind. Here's a handy list of deer hunting safety tips and regulation reminders to keep you safe, focused and ethical.
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FEATURED PHOTO
From Nebraskaland Magazine:
 Whooping cranes on the Platte River in Hall County.
Eric Fowler/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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