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Nebraska Birding Bowl returns this May
Participate in the second Nebraska Birding Bowl and learn about birds, enjoy the outdoors and contribute data toward bird conservation. This fun, free statewide birding competition is returning this May for Nebraska Bird Month.
The Birding Bowl is a great opportunity to try out this hobby, improve skills, and share your love of birding with others. Birding opportunities exist across the state.
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RV There Yet? Nebraska episode premieres this Saturday ? see a sneak peek!
Join hosts Patrice and Kevin McCabe as they return to Nebraska to explore Fort Robinson State Park and Wildcat Hills State Recreation Area. The Nebraska episode of ?RV There Yet?? will premiere Saturday, April 27. Catch the show at 7:30 a.m. Central time on the Discovery Channel and Discovery+, and see a sneak peak online to get excited for the show!
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Come work at a state park this summer!
We need you to come help make Nebraska's state parks the place to be this summer. Temporary positions are ready to be filled at over 45 state park locations. By joining our team, you?ll get firsthand experience in hospitality, food service, business administration, wildlife management and more. Plus, these roles often grow into more opportunities in the future!?
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Get started in angling with the Going Fishing Guide
Spring is a great time to fish, so there's no better time to begin your fishing journey. Check out the Going Fishing Guide, which covers everything you need to know to get started. It can also provide a helpful refresher if you're out of practice.?
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OUTDOOR OPPORTUNITIES
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 Events celebrating Nebraska Bird Month
May is Nebraska Bird Month, and over 25 events are taking place across the state to celebrate. Enjoy the chance to go birding with naturalists, make crafts, learn about birds and have fun.
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 Explore the outdoors with City Nature Challenge
Ready to notice nature? We invite you to find and document urban wildlife beginning April 26 across Nebraska. You'll log your observations of plants, animals, fungi, etc., helping scientists.
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 Ladies: Learn about archery, target shooting
On Saturday, April 27, ladies can visit seven unique locations across Nebraska, where they can learn about archery and target shooting in a fun, safe and welcoming environment for women.
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 Volunteer works to break down birding barriers
Meet a Nebraska woman breaking down birding barriers in the state. Cassandra Dean is working to bring birding to those who have disabilities or other health concerns; read her story.
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 A closer look at the diversity of eggs
The world of animal eggs is as diverse as the species that lay them. Egg shape, color and size can all differ, depending on an animal's adaptations. Learn more in this fun article.
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 More than morels: the dryad's saddle
Beside the morel, there is another wild mushroom you can harvest and make for dinner: the dryad's saddle. Get some tips from forager Greg Wagner on how to find and cook this tasty fungi.
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FEATURED PHOTO
From Nebraskaland Magazine:
 Wild turkeys gather on a ranch northwest of Hay Springs.
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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