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Opportunities in your Nebraska state parks

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State park areas see improvements

Visitors to various state parks will see recent improvements and other updates in the works, such as major camping upgrades, new amenities, river access for kayakers, repairs from historic flooding and more.

We'll be providing updates one area of the state at a time. So far, you can read about upgrades in northeastern [ [link removed] ], north-central [ [link removed] ] and south-central [ [link removed] ] Nebraska; stay tuned for more!

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New TV episode highlights Nebraska state parks

Get a sneak peek at what awaits you this summer at three unique Nebraska state parks. In Season 5 of RV There Yet?, hosts Kevin and Patrice traveled to Nebraska to film at Ponca State Park, Fort Atkinson State Historical Park and Danish Alps State Recreation Area.

The episode is airing soon, and you don't want to miss it! Catch the episode at 7:30 a.m. Central time on Saturday, April 26, via the Discovery Channel.

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Work in a state park — we're hiring!

Work where you play! Find a great summer gig at a Nebraska state park, or discover new career opportunities as a park naturalist, park superintendent and more. Nebraska Game and Parks is looking for new faces to join the team, and if you love the outdoors, that could be you!

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Get ready for morel season at state parks

The very first morels have emerged for the season, so now is a great time to plan for finding your own. These delectable mushrooms are just one part of what makes the spring outdoors so amazing.

Morel hunting is allowed at state parks, state recreation areas and wildlife management areas managed by Nebraska Game and Parks. Other properties may have restrictions, and it's absolutely essential to ask permission before hunting on private land. Find resources like foraging tips, morel recipes and more at our website.

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Additional Opportunities


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Rainbow trout stocked in park waters

Bring your fishing pole on your next state park visit! This month, Nebraska Game and Parks will continue to stock rainbow trout in public waters across the state, including several state parks.

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Enjoy birding with free Birding Bowl

May is a great month to spot birds in Nebraska. To celebrate, we're again hosting the Nebraska Birding Bowl, a free, statewide competition fit for all ages and experience levels. Sign up today!

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Sign up for Crofton's Dam Race

Registration is open for the most scenic triathlon in Nebraska. Join us July 26 at Lewis and Clark State Recreation Area for Crofton's Dam Race, and benefit Nebraska trails while getting active.

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Park Events You'll Enjoy


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Celebrate spring at Indian Cave State Park

Each spring for the past 14 years, people gather at Indian Cave State Park to celebrate spring with a 5K, fish fry, mushroom hunting contest and more. Join the fun again this year on April 26!

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See Elvis and enjoy Memphis barbecue 

We're all shook up! Elvis is back at Mahoney State Park for a night of music and Memphis barbecue. Make your reservations now for a dinner show April 12, and spend the day outdoors at the park.

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Tickets still available for Sip Nebraska

It's not too late to get tickets for this fantastic festival. Sip Nebraska returns May 9-10 with unlimited tastings of Nebraska wine, craft beer, hard cider and spirits. Food and live music included!

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