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'RV There Yet?' TV show returning to Nebraska

The RV There Yet? hosts riding through a Nebraska state park in a Jeep

They?re back in Nebraska exploring more state parks!

Join hosts Patrice and Kevin McCabe as they return to Nebraska to explore Fort Robinson State Park and Wildcat Hills State Recreation Area in the state?s Panhandle during the third season of ?RV There Yet??

The Nebraska episode will air at 7:30 a.m. Central time April 27 on the Discovery Channel and Discovery+. Learn more at the link below.

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Bighorn sheep lottery applications begin April 15

Take a chance at the hunt of a lifetime: Apply for Nebraska's 2024 bighorn sheep lottery permit beginning April 15. Only Nebraska residents 12 years and older are eligible for the lottery. The application period begins at 1 p.m. Central time April 15 and ends Aug. 2.

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Virtual webinar to cover outdoor recreation grant opportunities

Interested in applying for an outdoor recreation grant to improve your community? Sign up for a virtual meeting on April 15, which will focus on the Land and Water Conservation Fund and the Recreational Trails Program in 2024, both outdoor recreation grants administered by Nebraska Game and Parks. Participants will be given an overview of the grant programs as well as tips on applying.

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Forage for edible plants this spring

As spring emerges, so will edible plants. If you are interested in harvesting these wild delicacies this spring, you have several options to choose from, including wild asparagus, wild violet and even the common dandelion. Visit our website for tips on what to look for.

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OUTDOOR OPPORTUNITIES

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Enjoy a night of Nebraska nature trivia

Bring your friends out to McCue's Nebraska Taproom in Kearney on April 11 for a fun night of Nebraska nature trivia. If you can't make it, more trivia nights are planned in May around the state.

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A birding program for seniors

Want to learn about spring migration and beginner birding? People ages 55 and up are invited out to Eugene T. Mahoney State Park on April 9 for a program exploring these topics.?

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Learn turkey calling techniques

This weekend, you still have a chance to brush up on your turkey calling technique. Workshops will be held in Lincoln, Kearney and Beatrice. Join us and get ready for a great spring season.

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Aerial view of Smiley Canyon Road at sunrise

A look at Fort Robinson's scenic drive

Have you ever taken Smiley Canyon Scenic Drive? With an impressive view of Pine Ridge scenery and wildlife, it's worth the visit. Here's a closer look at its colorful history.

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Nebraska in color: The greening of spring

One minute everything is gray and flat, and then spring pops, and the world is filled with color. Here are some ways you can investigate and explore spring greening in the Nebraska outdoors.

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How to hunt turkeys in foul weather

Some of the most challenging and memorable spring turkey hunts can take place during bad weather. Here's how to handle foul weather during your turkey hunt and make the most of it.

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