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Back to school inspired learning opportunities for the whole family
As kids head back into classrooms, it's a good time to consider expanding learning and knowledge for everyone. Here are some opportunities to keep your mind sharp and help the whole family learn, while having fun at the same time.
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Visit a state historical park
Nebraska's nine state historical parks are brimming with history. Walk the historic grounds, explore reconstructed buildings, attend living history events, and peruse visitor center museums to take a trip back in the past.
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Attend a wildlife education event
Game and Parks hosts fun, informative events throughout the year designed to help you explore the outdoors. Keep your eyes peeled for the "Science of..." and "Nebraska Nature Nerd Night" events, among others!
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Visit a nature education center
Nature centers are a great place to spend some time. Check out the Schramm Education Center in Gretna to see and learn about Nebraska's native species through interactive exhibits, or visit the Wildcat Hills Nature Center to learn about the unique plants and animals of the Pine Ridge.
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More opportunities
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 Pick up fun nature facts online
Want an easy way to pick up new nature facts every day? The Nebraska Wildlife Education page on Facebook is full of interesting knowledge, posted regularly in an easy-to-understand way.
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 Attend the Missouri River Outdoor Expo
Don't miss it! Visit scenic Ponca State Park Sept. 17-18 for this popular annual expo. With more than 100 free, hands-on activities planned, there is something for everyone to touch, see and do.
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 Learn from the experts in our video library
If you enjoy learning new things, check out our video library. Nebraska Game and Parks educators have held webinars on a variety of topics, including animal tongues and snakes!
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Ways to engage your kids in the outdoors
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 Subscribe to Trail Tales
Trail Tales is a Nebraska-based magazine for fourth graders. Each issue focuses on outdoor learning and nature knowledge, including puzzles, games, and tons of full-color photos.
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 Use the Seek app
A kid-friendly app that helps you identify living things around you, Seek is a fun way to interact with nature, by simply using your phone's camera. Give it a try this summer!
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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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