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Find more than 1 million acres of walk-in hunting

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Hot off the press! If you're looking for places to hunt this fall, check out our new 2026-2027 Public Access Atlas.

It'll show you more than 1.3 million acres of publicly accessible lands, including Open Fields and Waters areas. Whether you're a hunter, angler or trapper, these spaces are open to you.

Download a digital copy and start planning your fall hunts!

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Commissioners approve 2027 mountain lion season

Hunters can expect a mountain lion season in 2027. The season was approved during an Aug. 14 meeting of Nebraska Game and Parks commissioners, who also approved a 2027 bighorn sheep season and changes to park regulations. Catch up on other meeting items at the link below.

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Last public boat ramp at Lake Mac has closed; watch out for mud

Boaters, take note: Due to low water levels, we have closed the last public boat ramp at Lake McConaughy. You'll find the best access to the lake through three private boat launch vendors [ [link removed] ]; call ahead to schedule.

Once you're on the lake, stay alert — don't travel west of Van's Lakeview, as boats are getting stuck in mud flats.

Despite lower waters, Lake Mac still is holding more water than any other lake in Nebraska, and it continues to offer plenty of opportunities to boat, fish, paddle, swim and relax on white-sand beaches.

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The secrets behind Nebraska's sunflowers

Sunflowers are more than just a pretty bloom. They're actually a window into the science of plants! Take a peek into what sunflowers can teach us during this fascinating virtual event.

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Try all different kinds of archery for free

Curious about the sport of archery? Come to Platte River State Park on Sept. 12 and try balloon archery, 3-D archery, tomahawks and more. Stay for s'mores, food and live reptiles. 

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Discover critters after dark at Schramm

It's almost fall, and if you're ready to put a touch of spooky Halloween goodness in your life, join our Spider Night Hike. We'll use flashlights to discover eight-legged friends at Schramm Park.

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Plan some family fishing time at these spots

With school back in session, it's a busy time for young families. Find a moment of peace and calm with your little ones at these fishing spots, which are safe, comfortable and family-friendly.

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How your state parks have changed

Over its 100 years in print, Nebraskaland Magazine has captured intriguing changes in the state parks we all know and love. See it for yourself in these before-and-after photos.

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Things to know before going river tubing

Take advantage of these late-summer days and float one of Nebraska's gorgeous water trails [ [link removed] ]. Preparation is crucial, so here's our list of the most important things to think about beforehand.  

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Stone Creek Falls at Platte River State Park at night, a small waterfall with trees in distance.

See the newly renovated path to Stone Creek Falls at Platte River State Park [ [link removed] ].
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