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Opportunities in your Nebraska state parks

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Choose your outdoor adventure at this expo

Want to experience outdoor recreation of all kinds? Take your pick of a variety of fun activities during the Missouri River Outdoor Expo on Sept. 21-22, the largest outdoor expo in the Midwest.

A highlight this year will be a display of pistol shooting and precision archery by Matt Stutzman, a recent gold medalist in the Paris Paralympics. Other features of the expo include wildlife encounters, fishing, kayaking, archery, local entertainment, food, vendors and much more. Join us!

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Enjoy Elvis Dinner Theatre at Mahoney State Park

We're all shook up! Join us for an unforgettable evening on Sept. 21 at Eugene T. Mahoney State Park, as the park restaurant, Carl's, will host an Elvis Dinner Theatre. It includes a show, Memphis barbecue buffet, salad bar, dessert and more. Three show times are available.

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Still time to find your trail adventure this fall

Enjoy the new season and fresh outdoor sights on a trail adventure this fall. Your Parks Adventure is an opportunity to get active, have fun and explore Nebraska trails near and far.

Choose from more than 45 designated trail locations around the state, find the selfie site at each and submit your photo for a chance to win prizes. It's an adventure you don't want to miss.

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Additional Opportunities

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Mushroom event at Mahoney

Guests of all ages are invited to Eugene T. Mahoney State Park to get ready for prime mushroom foraging season. Learn how to tell which mushrooms are tasty and which are poisonous.

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Search for wildlife at Chadron State Park

Uncover the surprising amount of wildlife all around you on Sept. 14. During this bioblitz, people of all ages can search for wildlife alongside natural resource experts and community volunteers.

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Living history at Ash Hollow

This rendezvous will let you absorb yourself in pre-1840s history, from teepees and Dutch oven cooking to quilting demonstrations, tomahawk throwing and much more. Join us Sept. 12-14.

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Park Events You'll Enjoy

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Birds and Bagels event at Wildcat Hills

Witness science in action and see birds up close at this fun event for all ages on Sept. 21. Enjoy light breakfast fare while learning about bird banding and taking part in crafts and activities.

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Enjoy breakfast and bird watching

If you enjoy good food and watching wildlife, this event at Platte River State Park is for you. Begin the morning with breakfast at the lodge, then head outside for bird-themed activities.

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Explore creatures of the night

Merritt Reservoir is known for its dark skies — which is super beneficial for the bats that live there. Come learn more about these creatures of the night on Sept. 14.

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