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Kick off the new year with First Day Hikes
Celebrate the new year by getting outdoors and enjoying nature. Bring your friends and family and participate in a First Day Hike at a Nebraska state park on Jan. 1.
These annual guided hikes give you the chance to explore trails, snap photos and watch wildlife. Or choose any state park and create your own hiking adventure.
At some parks, special activities are planned, including a potluck soup luncheon, winter art activities and tours of new facilities. Learn more at the link below.
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Give feedback at big game meetings
We want to hear from you! Hunters and landowners are encouraged to offer their feedback on big game issues during Nebraska Game and Parks' public information meetings this winter. Most meetings are in-person, but two sessions will be held over Zoom for those who can't make it.
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Tips for wildlife viewing in December
Looking for a fun way to enjoy nature this month? Put on your warm layers and boots and head out in search of wildlife. Viewing wildlife in winter can be more challenging, but you can still see signs they have left behind. Here are some tips for a fascinating outdoor experience.
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Federal grant to fund feasibility study for wildlife highway crossings
The Nebraska Department of Transportation and Nebraska Game and Parks recently were awarded a $400,000 federal grant to explore ways to reduce wildlife-vehicle collisions in western Nebraska along Nebraska Highway 71.
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OUTDOOR OPPORTUNITIES
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 See holiday lights at Fort Robinson
If you enjoy looking at holiday lights, don't miss the beautiful display at Fort Robinson State Park. This tradition is 30 years in the making; lights are turned on each evening through Dec. 31.
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 Yule Log Festival at Platte River State Park
Join us on Dec. 16 for this family-friendly event. Activities include a cookie-decorating contest, kids' crafts, pictures with Santa, free lighted hayrack rides and the yule log quest (limit of 20 teams).
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 Winterfest at Ponca State Park
Come to a winter celebration at Ponca State Park on Dec. 30. Enjoy outdoor education programs, the National Championship Fruitcake Fling and lighted hayrack rides. All activities are free.
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POPULAR ONLINE
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 Find your perfect outdoor gift
Give your loved ones the gift of the outdoors ? fun experiences and memories that will last. Find gift options at our website, including park entry permits, hunting and fishing permits and more.
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 Identify your catch with the Fish Key
Nebraska Game and Parks has created a free resource, the Fish Key, that will help you identify your catches. It's essential to know what you've caught, every time, and the Fish Key can help.
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 Tips for late-season deer hunting
While deer hunting gets more challenging this time of year, hunters can still see success by adjusting their strategy. Read on for some tips on how to have a successful hunt.
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FEATURED PHOTO
From Nebraskaland Magazine:
 American bison at Fort Niobrara National Wildlife Refuge.
Justin Haag/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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