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Six great places to swim at Nebraska’s state parks

The outdoor pool at Chadron State Park with buttes in background

Looking for a place to cool off this summer? Nebraska's state parks and recreation areas have some great options — everything from an aquatic center with all the amenities to a white sand beach with plenty of shoreline. Here are six options to try this summer.

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Four parks will allow fireworks on July 4

Those hoping to touch off some fireworks on the Fourth will have the opportunity at four state recreation areas this year: Branched Oak, Pawnee, Wagon Train and Memphis. Look for signs pointing to designated areas. Fireworks are permitted from 8 a.m. until midnight on July 4 only.

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Capitol peregrine chicks receive names

Introducing Cirrus, Stratus and Cumulus! Votes are in for the names of the three peregrine falcon chicks recently hatched at the Capitol. Congratulations to Shawn Meyer of Beatrice, who will receive a year's subscription to Nebraskaland Magazine [ [link removed] ] for his winning entry.

Read more about the chicks' journey so far, through the eyes of a peregrine falcon enthusiast, in this new Nebraskaland story [ [link removed] ].

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Take part in summer turkey survey

If you've been seeing turkeys lately, we want to hear about it! The public is invited to participate in Nebraska Game and Parks' annual summer turkey brood survey through Aug. 31. Report any turkeys you see on Game and Parks' website [ [link removed] ], which will help biologists better understand turkey populations.

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Prizes awarded in second Nebraska Birding Bowl

More than 250 people, including 68 youth, participated in the second Nebraska Birding Bowl, a free, statewide birding competition through Nebraska Game and Parks, the Wild Bird Habitat Store [ [link removed] ] and Audubon Great Plains [ [link removed] ]. Names have been drawn for prizes, including a two-night state park cabin stay, binoculars and a bird feeding system. Congratulations to our winners!

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OUTDOOR OPPORTUNITIES


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Compete in Crofton's Dam Race

Register now for this exciting July 27 race at Lewis and Clark State Recreation Area! Choose your adventure between three events and compete in a scenic park.

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Archery fun night at Red Willow

Enjoy s'mores and some archery at Red Willow State Recreation Area on July 10. Instructors will be on hand to guide participants, and equipment will be provided.

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Learn about Nebraska's shorebirds

Get ready to go birding by participating in this new program at Eugene T. Mahoney State Park. Come discover the variety of shorebirds in Nebraska.

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Ten tips for boating safety this summer

Peak boating season is here, and it's important to be prepared. Here are our top 10 safety tips for boaters to remember, including avoiding alcohol, wearing a life jacket and checking equipment.

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Managing grasslands for milkweeds

More milkweed is needed to help monarchs, and you can help by including milkweed when restoring prairies, and managing existing grasslands for milkweed. Here's tips on how to do that.

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Summer fishing tips: Top water lures

They are the "go-to" fishing lures of summer: top water lures, or surface lures. They make for exciting fishing and should be part of your tackle box. Enjoy these tips on how to use them.

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"From Nebraskaland Magazine:"
A Southern Plains bumble bee visits a cornflower bloom.

A Southern Plains bumble bee, an endangered species, visits a cornflower bloom in Chadron.
Justin Haag/Nebraskaland Magazine

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