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Capitol peregrine falcon chicks banded; naming contest begins

Three fuzzy white peregrine falcon chicks sitting on a red blanket

Two female and one male peregrine falcon chicks from the nest box near the top of the Nebraska Capitol building in Lincoln were banded and given a checkup June 12. Nebraska Game and Parks Nongame Bird Program Manager Joel Jorgensen reported that the banding went well and all three chicks appear to be in great shape. 

Want to name them? Submit name suggestions [ [link removed] ] through June 20 online and vote for the finalists on the same webpage June 21-30. The winner will be announced July 1 and will receive a 1-year subscription to Nebraskaland Magazine [ [link removed] ].

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The top seven Nebraska state parks for kayaking

Looking for a new place to kayak this summer? Nebraska's state parks and recreation areas have some fantastic opportunities — as well as some recent improvements for kayakers. Check out our list of the top seven state parks for kayaking, as selected by regional superintendents.

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Celebrate Pollinator Week June 17-23

Nebraska's pollinators are worth celebrating! Celebrate Pollinator Week by attending one of the many events hosted by Nebraska Game and Parks or its partners June 17-23.

Events include the Nebraska Pollinator Quest, a bee house making workshop at Lewis and Clark State Recreation Area and Wildflower Wednesday at Eugene T. Mahoney State Park.

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Work in the outdoors — we are hiring

Do you care about the outdoors? We do, too.

Nebraska Game and Parks is a family of passionate, innovative professionals working to connect people to the natural world. And you can be part of this vital mission. We are hiring now for both temporary and permanent positions statewide. Find your perfect fit today!

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Identify your catches with the Fish Key

It's essential to know what species of fish you've caught, every time. The Fish Key can help. This easy-to-use publication is a guide to the most commonly caught fish in Nebraska, and will help you narrow down the possibilities to the correct fish. Download it today!

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OUTDOOR OPPORTUNITIES


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Full Moon Hike at Ponca State Park

Enjoy a serene evening of hiking at a beautiful park beneath the glow of a full moon. Join a Nebraska Game and Parks naturalist for a guided hike by moonlight on June 21.

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Homesteading the Plains at Fort Kearny

Learn about modern-day homesteaders through story and song on June 26 at Fort Kearny State Historical Park. Miss V, the Gypsy Cowbelle, will perform at 1 p.m.

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Nebraska Star Party at Mahoney

Take the chance to view the night sky through powerful telescopes at Eugene T. Mahoney State Park. The park will host a star-viewing party on June 15 and July 13. Join us!

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Volunteer Spotlight: Eleanor Shimek

Campground hosts play an important role at Nebraska's state parks. One dedicated host is Eleanor Shimek of Gering, who has served in this role since the late 1990s. Here's her story.

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An extraordinary fight against red-cedar

Eastern red-cedar trees are spreading rapidly in Nebraska, eating up precious grassland space. But landowners in the Loess Canyons are making amazing strides in fighting back. 

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Getting permission to hunt on private land

One of a hunter's biggest obstacles can be getting permission to hunt on private land. Now is the time to start reaching out. Here are some tips on the best way to do so. 

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