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Opportunities in your Nebraska state parks

A historical lodging facility at Fort Robinson State Park receiving a new foundation.

Panhandle parks receiving upgrades

Visitors will enjoy more than $1 million of recent upgrades to state park and recreation areas in the Panhandle this summer. Enjoy expanded equestrian camping at Fort Robinson, upgraded campsites at Chadron State Park, new fish-cleaning stations and much more.

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New cabin exterior at Eugene T. Mahoney State Park

New cabins available at Mahoney, Platte River state parks

Come check it out ? there are new places to stay at Eugene T. Mahoney and Platte River state parks. The new cabins feature four bedrooms, are fully furnished and provide comfortable accommodations. They will be available for year-to-date reservations starting March 25.

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Carl's at Mahoney brings food service back to park

Food and beverage service has returned to Eugene T. Mahoney State Park. Carl's at Mahoney opened at Peter Kiewit Lodge March 15-17 with a convenient Grab and Go format. Grab and Go will be available from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays and 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sundays for the immediate future.

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Park Events You'll Enjoy

Starry sky at Merritt Reservoir State Recreation Area

Night sky program at Merritt Reservoir

Merritt Reservoir has some of the darkest night skies in the world, making for spectacular stargazing. Join us for a night sky program on March 23 and learn something new!

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Man climbing the rock climbing wall at Mahoney State Park

Attend the Venture Parks Discovery Fair

Looking for something to do outdoors this summer? Or perhaps a new job? Come explore summer opportunities in Nebraska's Venture Parks at this discovery fair on April 7.

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Bring the family to Enders Easter Egg Hunt

You're invited! On March 30, bring your kiddos ages 0-10 to Enders Reservoir State Recreation Area for a fun time hunting Easter eggs. The event is from 2-4 p.m. at Area A Campground.

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Additional Opportunities

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Catch some trout at a Nebraska state park

Add some spring fishing to your next Nebraska state park trip. Game and Parks staff are releasing rainbow trout in public waters statewide, including several state park areas.?

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Greater prairie-chickens dancing on a lek

Enjoy wildlife watching at a state park

People aren't the only ones enjoying the warm weather; animals are too! Head to a Nebraska state park and bring binoculars. Here are some ideas on what you could see.

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A mushroom-shaped geocache at the base of a tree at Niobrara State Park

Geocaches at Niobrara State Park

Did you know? A husband-and-wife team have placed around 60 geocaches at Niobrara State Park. Learn more about their story, as well as the awesome variety of geocaches at the park.

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