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Changes to big game permit application periods

Mule deer in Sheridan County

Commissioners have approved changes to Nebraska?s big game permit application periods. If approved by the state, it would simplify your application and purchasing process for deer, elk and antelope permits. Eight purchasing periods will be collapsed into four, and new nonresident deer draw units will be added.

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Flock of turkeys

Nonresident Nebraska turkey permits sold out

No more 2024 Nebraska spring turkey hunting permits are available to nonresidents ? the quota of 10,000 permits has sold out.?Permits were available for purchase by nonresidents beginning Jan. 8, 2024. The last permit of the quota was purchased Jan. 25.

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Mini lodge at Ponca State Park in winter

February events include Valentine's Day specials

Whether it?s a nice Valentine?s Day dinner or a cozy stay in a warm cabin, you can find them in February in Nebraska?s state parks. Read more to discover all the fun events coming up next month, including lodging discounts and special events for Valentine's Day.

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Aerial view of the Cowboy Trail

Nebraska Game and Parks approves grant awards

Nebraska Game and Parks approved grant awards for the Land and Water Conservation Fund Stateside Assistance Program and the Recreational Trails Program at its meeting Jan. 19 in Lincoln. These grants will fund a variety of new trails and recreational opportunities.

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Man helping during a prescribed fire

Attend a prescribed fire workshop

Prescribed fire is a cost-effective, beneficial way of managing your land. This powerful tool helps preserve grasslands, control invasive species, provide better forage for cattle and improve wildlife habitat, to name just a few benefits. You can learn how to use prescribed fire, or sharpen your skills, at both basic and advanced prescribed fire workshops in January and February.

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OUTDOOR OPPORTUNITIES

Rainbow trout being caught through the ice

Learn the basics of ice-fishing

Learn the basics of ice-fishing or pick up a few new tips from experienced anglers. Join us on Saturday, Jan. 27 for an on-ice event at Flanagan Lake in Omaha from 1-4 p.m.

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A longnose gar swimming in a tank at the Nebraska state fair

Explore the facts about gar

Nebraska is home to around 100 species of fish ? and perhaps one of the oddest-shaped is the gar. In this virtual event on Feb. 1, we will explore both species of gar in Nebraska. Register now!

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Dark-eyed junco in a tree

Go birding at Mahoney State Park

On Feb. 3, gather at Mahoney's new nature center to learn some beginner birding skills. We will identify birds at feeders or on a hike, make a craft and learn about homemade feeders.

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POPULAR ONLINE

Harleigh Lisius hunting pheasants

How one young woman learned to hunt

Everyone has a different journey towards learning how to hunt. If you don't have a friend or family member to teach you, how do you learn? Here's the story of one young Nebraska woman.

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Porcupine on a log

Animal myths: Separating fact from fiction

Do we swallow spiders in our sleep? Do porcupines shoot their quills? Actually, these are both myths! Read more to learn the facts behind some common animal misconceptions.

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Closeup view of someone wearing boots while ice fishing

How to pick good boots for ice-fishing

You will never enjoy ice-fishing if you are cold ? so a good pair of ice-fishing boots is worth every penny. Here are some things to look for when searching for the perfect pair of ice-fishing boots.

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