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Helpful reminders ahead of firearm deer season
Firearm deer season is just about a week away! With the Nov. 15-23 season just around the corner, here are some tips to get you ready for an amazing season.
Things like touching base with landowners, being safety conscious and getting your gear ready will make for a safe and successful hunt.
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Help feed the hungry with your deer
You can benefit Nebraskans in need with a successful harvest this fall! Hunters Helping the Hungry is a program that allows hunters to donate whole field-dressed deer to 10 processor locations, with no fee for the hunter. The venison is distributed to hungry people across the state.
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Still time to participate in Upland Slam
Spice up your fall with a challenge! There's still plenty of time to pursue and complete the Nebraska Upland Slam, which involves harvesting all four of Nebraska's primary upland game species. Aside from bragging rights, hunters will receive an official certificate, pin and chances at a grand prize.
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UPCOMING EVENTS
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 Grand Thanksgiving Ball at Fort Hartsuff
Help Fort Hartsuff celebrate its 150th anniversary with festive fun! Daytime activities include military marksmanship, a civilian shooting competition and the chance to learn period dancing.
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 Herpetology Day for young children
Spark your child's interest in reptiles and amphibians with this fun event at Mahoney State Park. On Nov. 13, caregivers and kids ages 2 to 5 can come explore crafts, live animals and more.
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 Stay & Create Weekend at Lewis and Clark
Enjoy a cozy, craft-filled getaway — at reduced prices! On Nov. 21-23, take advantage of a 30% discount on the park's scenic cabins, plus a crafty activity to create seasonal decor.
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POPULAR ONLINE
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 Brush up on fishing basics this fall
Fish are currently fattening up for winter and ready to be caught. If you'd like an introduction to fishing, or a review of the basics, check out our Going Fishing Guide. Then discover a new pastime!
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 Grassland ghosts: Nebraska's pronghorn
These swift creatures perform a disappearing act in the middle of boundless prairie. The fastest land animal in North America, the pronghorn has some fascinating secrets to share.
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 New story: The Pawnee seed savers
Ancestral crops are returning home through a unique program. Thanks to volunteers and the Pawnee Seed Preservation Project, ancestral seeds are giving fruit at one Nebraska park.
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FEATURED PHOTO
From Nebraskaland Magazine:
 Rooster pheasant near Calamus Reservoir State Recreation Area.
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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