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Nebraska Hunting News & Opportunities

Wild turkeys strutting in spring

Spring turkey season continues statewide

Spring turkey season is underway! Whether you hunt with a shotgun or a bow, now's the time to get out in the field before the season ends May 31. It's also a great time to bring a new hunter with you in the field. Remember that you must check in all your harvests via Telecheck. Learn more at the link below.

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Ladies Day on the Range offers welcoming learning environment

Ladies, would you like to try archery or target shooting? Join us Saturday, April 27 for Ladies Day on the Range, where you can learn in a fun, safe and welcoming environment at seven unique locations across the state.

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Enter big game lotteries to win hunting package

Win a unique hunting package by entering the Super Tag and Combo lotteries. The lucky winner of the Super Tag will receive tags for elk, deer, antelope and turkey, while the Combo permit offers deer, antelope and turkey tags. Both residents and nonresidents may enter.

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Additional Opportunities

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Take note of firearm deer season dates

The dates for this year's firearm deer season fall a little later than usual; the season will be Nov. 16-24. Mark your calendars, tell your friends, and see our website for application dates.

See season dates

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Nebraskans: You could hunt bighorn sheep

The bighorn sheep lottery, open only to Nebraska residents, offers the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to take a full-curl ram. Apply for the chance to win a guided hunt in the Pine Ridge this winter.

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Offer for hunters, anglers ages 21 and up

Need an excuse to buy an annual hunt/fish combo? Through April, those ages 21 and up can grab a 30-pack of Busch Light and a Nebraska fishing permit or hunt/fish combo and get $10 back via rebate.

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Girl practicing archery at the Fort Kearny Expo

Explore archery, target shooting at expo

The Fort Kearny Expo on May 11 is your chance to explore outdoor activities of all kinds, including archery and target shooting. The event offers family-friendly fun for people of all ages.

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Two young hunters posing with their harvested turkeys in spring

"My First Turkey" certificates available

Know someone who's celebrating taking their first turkey? Or wants to? Share the excitement by downloading the "My First Turkey" certificate, with space for details and a photo.

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Display your permit on collectible hard card

Add a wallet-sized hard card onto your permit purchase for just $6. This convenient hard card will display your current permits and hunter ID ? and stand up to wear and tear in the field.

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