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Opportunities in your Nebraska state parks
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Spend Labor Day weekend at a state park
Soak up the last bits of summer at a Nebraska state park. Labor Day weekend is almost here, and it's the perfect opportunity to treat yourself to your favorite outdoor activity, whether that's fishing, birdwatching, hiking, camping or something else entirely. Several parks will be hosting special events over Labor Day weekend, including Indian Cave State Park, Fort Atkinson State Historical Park and Fort Hartsuff State Historical Park; don't miss it!
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Join us for Fort Hartsuff's 150th anniversary celebration
This year marks the 150th anniversary of the building of Fort Hartsuff, and it's time to celebrate. Stop by the park for a two-day event on Labor Day weekend filled with activities. The celebration will include military and civilian reenactments and demonstrations, invited speakers, kids activities, food vendors and more.
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Fly-fishing and fly-tying workshop at Fort Robinson
Learn the basics of fly-fishing and fly-tying so you can catch trout and panfish throughout the state. Fort Robinson State Park is hosting a workshop Sept. 28, which is open to both new and experienced anglers. Lodging is available at the park for those traveling for the workshop. Make a weekend of it and join us Sept. 29 for the park's community fishing night and youth fishing instructor workshop.
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Additional Opportunities
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 Career opportunity at Calamus
Do you have a passion for the outdoors? We are looking to add to our leadership team at Calamus State Recreation Area. (Other careers can be found on our website as well.)
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 Find your next trail adventure
Need an excuse to spend some time hiking and exploring Nebraska trails? Have you checked out Your Parks Adventure? Pick a designated trail, find the selfie sign and enter to win prizes.
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 Experience the Midwest's biggest outdoor expo
Mark your calendars: the Missouri River Outdoor Expo is coming to Ponca State Park Sept. 21-22. The largest outdoor expo in the Midwest, it offers hands-on outdoor activities for all ages.
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 The world of Fort Atkinson brought to life
Experience the world of Fort Atkinson as it might have been 200 years ago. See soldiers marching and civilians hard at work during the park's living history event Aug. 31 and Sept. 1.
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 Stargazing at Mahoney State Park
Enjoy some summer stargazing at Eugene T. Mahoney State Park on Sept. 13. This free event includes telescopes so guests can view night sky wonders. Meet at the park golf shack at 9 pm.
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 Discover the creatures of Chadron State Park
An variety of wildlife is all around us. During this special event Sept. 13-14, join nature resource experts as we search for various kinds of critters, including small mammals, birds and insects.
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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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