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New camping options added at three park areas
Tentrr's fully-equipped, ready-to-go campsites are now available at two additional Nebraska state parks! Tentrr provides an easy, seamless and comfortable outdoor experience and now is the perfect time of year to book your stay.
Spacious canvas safari tents come with a comfortable bed for a good night?s sleep, Adirondack chairs for optimal stargazing and a fire pit to keep you warm (don?t forget to bring marshmallows).?
Tentrr camping spots are available at Louisville State Recreation Area,?Ponca State Park and?Sherman Reservoir State Recreation Area. Learn more at our website.
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Game and Parks coming to Nebraska state fair
Come see us at the state fair, Aug. 26 to Sept. 5! Game and Parks' Outdoor Encounter exhibit includes a 12-foot waterfall, a 5,600-gallon fish aquarium, air gun and archery ranges, sky fort, playground and much more. Kids can enjoy a wildlife scavenger hunt, and we will also offer an information booth with staff on hand to answer questions and sell hunting, fishing and park entry permits. All activities are free!
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Now is a great time to take hunter education
Hunting season is on the horizon. Make sure you're ready and sign up for a hunter education class;?it's required for all Nebraska hunters age 12 through 29 who hunt any species with a firearm or air gun. Both online and traditional classroom courses are available.
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Join an online community of Nebraska anglers
Join a community of anglers and outdoor enthusiasts at the Nebraska Fishing Facebook page. Share your catches, ask questions, offer tips to others and see updates on fishing conditions. This is a great resource to learn more about fishing in Nebraska, or just to connect with other passionate anglers.
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OUTDOOR OPPORTUNITIES
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 Nature trivia night at Code Beer Company
It's safe to say that almost everyone loves trivia. If you'd like to test your nature knowledge for fun and a chance at prizes, then join us Aug. 23 at Code Beer Company in Lincoln.
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 Discover wildlife with iNaturalist app
Learn more about the plants and animals around you with the iNaturalist app. Using your phone's camera, the app will help identify what you see. It's a fun way to discover the wildlife around you.
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 Enjoy a melodrama at Mahoney
Get ready for an entertaining evening at Mahoney State Park, complete with tossing popcorn at the villain and cheering for the hero. Just a few dates are left, so get your tickets today!
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 Bullfrogging: a unique kind of hunt
Did you know that bullfrog season is open? Yes, you can "hunt" for bullfrogs. Read more as Greg Wagner explains the ins and outs of this unique season, and why it is tailor-made for kids.
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 How snapping turtles hatch
Ever spotted a snapping turtle crossing the highway? It could be a female in search of a nesting site. Read this new Nebraskaland piece to learn all about the mating habits of this fascinating species.
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 Whitewater kayaking in Nebraska? Yep!
Nebraska's first whitewater park is now open in Kearney. Explore what this new park has to offer in a feature story from Nebraskaland Magazine ? and maybe start planning a trip!
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From Nebraskaland Magazine:
 Stone Creek Falls at Platte River 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.org
Nebraska Game and Parks Commission is responsible for stewardship of the state's fish, wildlife, parklands, and outdoor recreation opportunities.
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