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Embrace the view at these scenic state park trails
Hiking is a great way to get outdoors and enjoy this new season and its changing colors. Even better is a trail with a view.
Here are seven trails at Nebraska state parks that we recommend for their awe-inspiring views. Whether you're standing at the top of a butte or exploring a shady pine forest, these trails should be on your list this fall.
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Special deer hunts at three state park areas
Hunters will have a chance to pursue deer at three state park areas along the lower Platte River this fall and winter. Nebraska Game and Parks is offering special antlerless deer hunting opportunities within Eugene T. Mahoney and Platte River state parks and Schramm Park State Recreation Area.
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2023 Nebraskaland calendar available
Brighten up your walls all year long with the 2023 Nebraskaland Calendar, which celebrates Nebraska's wildlife and wild places. Featuring breathtaking photos from Nebraskaland photographers across the state, this calendar is a welcome addition at home or at work.
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Public asked to report dead, sick big game
Nebraska wildlife officials say conditions throughout much of the state are suitable for the spread of deadly viral diseases among big game populations. They are asking the public to report unexplained death or illnesses of deer, pronghorn, elk and bighorn sheep.
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OUTDOOR OPPORTUNITIES
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 Birding at Wildcat Hills State Recreation Area
Join us for a relaxing birding event at the scenic Wildcat Hills Nature Center Oct. 8. From the comfort of your chair, help us record all the bird species we observe.
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 Hallowfest at Ponca State Park
On Oct. 8 and 15, come out to Ponca State Park for some Halloween fun. The event includes pumpkin bowling, pumpkin carving and campground decorating.
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 Halloween Haunt at Johnson Lake
Celebrate Halloween at Johnson Lake State Recreation Area! The day features pumpkin painting, trick-or-treating and a campground decorating contest.
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 The amazing camouflaged looper
Chris Helzer has a favorite insect: the camouflaged looper, which disguises itself with bits of whatever plant it's munching on. Read on as Chris describes a amazing encounter with this insect.
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 Tips on viewing fall color this year
It's October, the month when trees around the state begin to put on their autumn attire. Here are some tips, courtesy of Greg Wagner, to help you know what to expect and plan a trip to see fall color.
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 Take advantage of stocked trout
Rainbow trout are being stocked around the state, and you don't want to miss out! Visit our website for the tentative schedule and start planning a fishing trip with your friends and family.
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FEATURED PHOTO
From Nebraskaland Magazine:
 Fall colors at Glenn Cunningham Lake in Omaha.
Jenny Nguyen-Wheatley/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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