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Pheasant opener is Saturday, Oct. 26
The 2024 pheasant season opener is this Saturday, Oct. 26 — and this season is looking to be an exciting one. With field reports and surveys showing that pheasant counts are up 19% since last year, hunters can be optimistic about hunting opportunities this fall.
Find a place to hunt with the Public Access Atlas, which displays over 1.2 million acres of publicly accessible lands. Another good resource is the Stubble Access Guide, showing public areas where wheat and milo stubble has been left tall following harvest, making great pheasant habitat.
Also, take note that conditions are extremely dry right now, so while you're out in the field, do your part to prevent wildfires.
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Temporary open fire ban continues at Game and Parks areas
Due to current conditions, the temporary open fire ban at Nebraska Game and Parks locations continues. Camp stoves and fire pits fueled by liquid gas, however, are permitted.
As conditions can rapidly change, campground and WMA visitors should stay tuned to local fire ban updates and call ahead to state parks for current information. Find park contact details at our website.
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Game and Parks to consider sportfishing orders
Possible changes to sportfishing orders will be one of the topics discussed at the next Nebraska Game and Parks Commission meeting, set for Oct. 25 in Broken Bow. These orders regard daily bag limits, possession limits and open areas.
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Nebraska resident veterans may get free Veterans Day hunt permit
In honor of our veterans, a new opportunity is available. Nebraska residents who are honorably discharged veterans may receive a one-day permit, Habitat Stamp, and Nebraska Migratory Waterfowl Stamp for free to hunt on Veterans Day. They would be required to buy a Federal Duck Stamp if they intend to hunt waterfowl. They also need to register with the Harvest Information Program if they plan to hunt any migratory birds.
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OUTDOOR OPPORTUNITIES
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 Accessible bird outing at Niobrara State Park
Join us for nature journaling and an accessible bird outing at scenic Niobrara State Park. Materials such as binoculars, bird ID books, paper and drawing materials will be provided.
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 Last weekend of Pumpkinfest
Don't miss the last weekend of Halloween festivities at Buffalo Bill Ranch State Historical Park. The fun includes horseback riding, ax throwing, a zipline, petting zoo, giant hay slide and more.
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 Vintage Halloween at Arbor Lodge
Tour the gorgeous Arbor Lodge Mansion this weekend and take a peek into vintage Halloween displays. Learn about Halloween history, customs and games throughout the 52 rooms.
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POPULAR ONLINE
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 Archery deer hunting during the rut
With the deer breeding season kicking off, bowhunters need to be on their game and take advantage of tactics to lure a nice buck or doe within shooting range. Here are 13 tips from Game and Parks staff.
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 How to cook safely outdoors right now
A question you may be asking is: How do I cook outdoors when traditional campfires are not allowed, due to risk of wildfire? This new article offers some tips and recipes you can use.
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 Trout stockings continue, with changes
The annual fall stocking of rainbow trout continues in Nebraska ponds and lakes; make sure to get out and take advantage of it. Some additions and changes have been made recently; see below.
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From Nebraskaland Magazine:
 View of the Niobrara River Valley at Niobrara State Park.
Eric Fowler/Nebraskaland Magazine
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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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