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Firearm deer season is Nov. 16-24
Excitement is building for the November firearm deer season, Nov. 16-24. Before you head into the field, here are a few things to know.
Starting this fall, hunters have the option to electronically report their November firearm deer season harvest or take their deer to a check station.
Also, if you're looking for a place to hunt, consult the Public Access Atlas to find over 1.2 million acres of publicly accessible land.
Lastly, safety is the most important factor to consider. Brush up on the four primary rules of firearm safety to keep yourself and your hunting buddies safe in the field.
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Begin buying 2025 Game and Parks permits Nov. 15
A new year is just around the corner — don't wait to begin buying Nebraska Game and Parks permits for 2025.
Starting Nov. 15, the 2025 annual hunt (small game), fishing, fur harvest and state park entry permits are available online, at district offices and state park areas. These permits are valid Jan. 1-Dec. 31, 2025.
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Rock Creek Station SRA campground closed for upgrade
Improvements are coming to Rock Creek Station State Recreation Area; in the meantime, the park's campsites are closed for the season. Improvements include upgrading all electrical campsites to 50-amp service.
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OUTDOOR OPPORTUNITIES
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 Art show at Mahoney State Park
Feast your eyes on beautiful creations by reputable Midwestern artists. Eugene T. Mahoney State Park is hosting an autumn art show at Peter Kiewit Lodge, Nov. 15-17. Come meet the artists!
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 Dive into the science of hawks
Hawks are found all across Nebraska. Join us for a live webinar discussing the many species of hawks in Nebraska, how to identify them, and their amazing adaptations for survival.
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 Pre-K herpetology program
It's never too early to begin appreciating reptiles and amphibians. Caregivers of children ages 2 to 5 are invited to discover more about the world of herpetology at Mahoney.
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POPULAR ONLINE
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 Trout anglers, we need your input
If you fish for trout — especially if you fish put-and-take lakes — we are looking for your valuable input. Take this survey and help inform future trout management and stocking decisions.
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 Nebraska prairie plants prepare for winter
This time of year, it's not just humans getting ready for winter; our native prairie plants are doing it too. Here's a fascinating look at the ways these plants prepare to ensure they survive.
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 Taking a quality photo of your deer harvest
This firearm deer season, take a few extra moments to plan a quality photo of your harvest that you'll be proud of. Here are some tips from an award-winning Nebraskaland photographer.
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FEATURED PHOTO
From Nebraskaland Magazine:
 A whitetail buck runs through a pasture in Dawes County.
Justin Haag/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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