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Hit up a state park over Labor Day weekend

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Nebraska's state parks are your ticket to fun in the outdoors. This Labor Day weekend, indulge yourself in beautiful trails, great camping and opportunities for fishing and wildlife viewing.

Several parks are hosting special events during the holiday, such as Fort Hartsuff [ [link removed] ], Indian Cave [ [link removed] ], Fort Atkinson [ [link removed] ] and Platte River State Park [ [link removed] ]. Don't miss it!

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Hunter posing with teal he harvested next to an Open Fields and Waters sign
Various hunting seasons to open Sept. 1

Fall hunting season is here, and hunters will be taking to the field Sept. 1 for a variety of season openers, including prairie grouse, dove, early teal, archery deer and archery bull elk. Will you be one of them? Buy a permit online and join in the thrill of the chase.

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Bobwhite quail on a food plot
Upland bird hunting prospects optimistic

Positive surveys and field reports point toward a more optimistic outlook for Nebraska upland bird hunting seasons this fall. "With improved habitat conditions, good production is expected,” said Bryan O’Connor, upland game program manager for Nebraska Game and Parks.

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Game and Parks soon accepting wildlife viewing grant proposals

Starting Sept. 2, Nebraska Game and Parks will accept applications for Watchable Wildlife Grants. These grants support projects that seek to develop wildlife observation and nature-based experiences in Nebraska. This could include wildlife viewing blinds or decks, engaging pollinator gardens, binoculars and field guides for visitors, wildlife viewing events and more.

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OUTDOOR OPPORTUNITIES


Reenactor sitting on a bench outside a building at Fort Hartsuff [ [link removed] ]
Milestone event for Fort Hartsuff 

Fort Hartsuff is turning 150, and you're invited out to celebrate over Labor Day weekend. Come enjoy military and civilian reenactments, speakers, kids' activities, food vendors and more.

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Western kingbird sitting on a branch [ [link removed] ]
Breakfast and Birding event at Platte River

If you enjoy good food and watching wildlife, this event is for you. Platte River State Park is hosting an event featuring breakfast at the lodge, followed by birding fun at the park.

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Military reenactor poses at Fort Atkinson [ [link removed] ]
Living history weekend at Fort Atkinson

Get a front-row view to history this weekend at Fort Atkinson State Historical Park. Reenactors will portray military and civilian life from the Revolutionary War; feel free to interact with them!

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Father and daughter hunting together and posing for a selfie [ [link removed] ]
Hunting can be like Husker game day

Hunting is about much more than just harvesting an animal, writes Greg Wagner. In fact, the traditions, camaraderie and memories surrounding it can be like Husker game day.

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A swift fox pup pictured in grassland [ [link removed] ]
What is nature to you? 

What does the word "nature" mean to you? Taking a closer look at your answers can lead to insights about how you grew up and how you view the world — and yourself. Read more in this new article by Grace Gaard.

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A master naturalist shows a girl furs and skulls in a park. [ [link removed] ]
Become a Master Naturalist

Get up close and personal with Nebraska's natural resources! The final training in 2024 will be in October. Apply now [ [link removed] ] for fascinating training and volunteer opportunities, or learn more [ [link removed] ].

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A large, vivid rainbow appears over the lodging and water towers at Fort Robinson State Park.

Rainbow at Fort Robinson State Park [ [link removed] ].
Justin Haag/Nebraskaland Magazine

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