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Archery paddlefish?applications to be accepted March 1-14
Nebraska Game and Parks will accept archery paddlefish permit applications March 1-14.
The application period begins at 1 p.m. Central Time on March 1. Postal mail applications must be received in Game and Parks? Lincoln office by 5 p.m. CST and online applications by 11:59 p.m. March 14.
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Take the 2022 fall turkey hunter survey
Attention turkey hunters:?The 2022 Fall Turkey Hunter Survey is now online! Survey results allow biologists to obtain accurate estimates of harvest and participation and allow hunters to provide feedback on the quality of their hunting experiences.
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Register for Memorial Run to help boost mental health awareness, support state park trails
Registration is open for the Tyler Vanderheiden Memorial Run, an annual race aimed at raising awareness and understanding of mental health that also acts as a fundraiser for Nebraska Game and Parks state park trails.
The run is May 20, 2023, at Cody Park, 1899 US-83, North Platte. Participants may choose between a 2-mile or 5-mile distance and run in-person or virtually.
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Game and Parks will certify youth fishing instructors across state
Nebraska Game and Parks will certify youth fishing instructors at workshops in five locations across the state in the coming months.
Instructors are part of the Youth Fishing Program, a statewide team of volunteers and Game and Parks staff who host educational fishing events.
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OUTDOOR OPPORTUNITIES
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 Witness spring migration with Marsh Madness
Experience the spectacle of spring migration at Ponca State Park! Marsh Madness is your opportunity to see various species during guided or unguided tours. Ponca is a great location for birding.
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 Learn about adaptations at Family Nature Club
Join educators for a special Family Nature Club at Riverside Discovery Center in Scottsbluff on March 4. We will explore animal adaptations and make observations through art and journaling.
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 Workshop on fly tying for beginners
At this March 8 workshop, anglers can learn the basics of fly tying that will prepare them to catch trout and panfish this spring. Both new and experienced fly tiers are welcome, and all materials are included.
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POPULAR ONLINE
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 Student takes flight with monarch butterflies
Miyauna Incarnato, doctoral researcher at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, has discovered that studying monarch butterflies is not for the faint of heart. Learn about her research efforts in this new Nebraskaland blog.
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 Learn about Nebraska's water bears
Tardigrades, also known as water bears or moss piglets, are a group of animals that are found almost everywhere on earth ? including Nebraska. They are very tiny, smaller than the point of a pencil. Learn more online.
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 Plan fishing trips with Fishing Forecast
Spring isn't far away, with plenty of great fishing opportunities. Start thinking ahead and plan your next fishing trip with the 2023 Fishing Forecast. It will guide you to the best waters to fish for various species across the state.
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From Nebraskaland Magazine:
 Sandhill cranes fly from their roost on the Platte River.?
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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