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Commissioners approve changes to wild turkey seasons for 2023

Turkeys in spring

The Nebraska Game and Parks Commission approved recommendations for 2023 wild turkey hunting seasons at its Aug. 31 meeting at Fort Robinson State Park near Crawford.

Several changes were made, including limiting all hunters to two permits in the spring and one in the fall. Learn more online.

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Boy practicing archery at Nebraska Game and Parks' state fair exhibit
See Game and Parks at the state fair

Come see us at the state fair, now through 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.

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Woman holding up harvested ducks
Duck Slam begins fourth year of challenging hunters

Nebraska Game and Parks and Ducks Unlimited are proud to bring back the popular Nebraska Duck Slam.?The Duck Slam officially opens on Sept. 3, the first day of early teal season, and challenges hunters to harvest a teal (blue-winged or green-winged) of either sex, as well as drakes of three other species: an American wigeon, a mallard and a northern pintail, all in Nebraska.

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Rainbow trout on leaves
Fall can be productive time for fishing

Some of the best fishing of the year can occur in the fall, when fish actively feed to prepare for the coming winter. Fall is one of the best times of year to catch some of the biggest, fattest fish. Read more for some tips on how to maximize your fishing strategy for this special time of year.

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Wise & Wild series for seniors

Join us each Thursday this month for Wise & Wild, in-person events designed for seniors who love the outdoors and want to enjoy time in parks. Topics include monarchs, birding and more!

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Buffalo cookout at Niobrara

Niobrara State Park will be hosting a buffalo cookout and presentation about Jesse James' time in Nebraska on Sept. 3. Don't miss out on this chance for some learning and good food.

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See the world's largest common snapping turtle?

Visit Schramm Education Center in Gretna this month to help celebrate the hatch day of the world's largest common snapping turtle, Big Snap Daddy. The turtle is estimated to be 93 years old!

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Explore Nebraska history with these trails

Nebraska?s state parks hold a wealth of history that can be discovered by walking a few of the trails tied to the past. Here are our top suggestions for parks with intriguing history-filled trails.

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What to know when getting a HIP number

With waterfowl seasons opening soon, remember that you will need to choose between two "tiers" when registering for a HIP number. This is to intended to ease the way for beginners. Learn more online.

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Dutch oven cooking: What you need to know

A meal cooked outdoors in a Dutch oven is a scrumptious way to enjoy a day outdoors. Interested in learning more? Check out the basics and a few recipes in Greg Wagner's newest blog.

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