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Join Game and Parks in virtual discussion on fisheries in March
Join Nebraska Game and Parks in a virtual discussion on fisheries management during meetings March 20-23.
These four regional public informational sessions ? one for each Game and Parks district ? will provide local updates on the fishing outlook and special projects in respective areas. The informal, interactive gatherings will provide a chance for questions, dialogue and feedback.
Registration is required. See the schedule and sign up on our website.
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Commissioners approve 2023-2024 waterfowl recommendations
Nebraska Game and Parks approved changes to 2023-2024 waterfowl hunting seasons at its March 14 meeting in Kearney.
For the 2023-2024 seasons, the Zone 3 and Zone 4 duck seasons will open a week later than last year with Youth Hunt dates the weekend prior. Other season dates are calendar date adjustments.
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Archery turkey season opens March 25
Are you ready? Another spring of turkey hunting kicks off March 25, with the opener of archery turkey season. Be sure you have your permits in hand and get ready for a great season.?Remember that spring youth shotgun season begins April 8, and spring shotgun season on April 15.
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Improvements made at many south-central parks
Visitors to Nebraska?s south-central state parks will notice several improvements this year. Projects completed in 2022 or to be finished in 2023 will appeal to an array of park users. They include campsite upgrades, shower house installation, a new archery range and more.
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OUTDOOR OPPORTUNITIES
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 Experience spring migration wonders
See whirlwinds of snow geese, pintail courtship displays, and blankets of Canada geese covering the ground at Ponca State Park. Join us for a popular birding event, Marsh Madness.
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 Catch TV episode on Nebraska state parks
Tune into Season 2 of RV There Yet?, featuring scenic Niobrara State Park, Smith Falls State Park and the Cowboy Trail. The episode will air again March 18 on the Discovery Channel.
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 World Frog Day at Schramm
The official start of spring this year is March 20, which also happens to be World Frog Day! Hop on out to Schramm Education Center to learn about frogs and take a stroll outside during this free program.
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POPULAR ONLINE
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 Shed antler science
There is a lot of information out there about shed antlers. Knowing the science, and not the misconceptions, can increase your knowledge and help you in your search.
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 Venison pot pie recipe
Have some venison in the freezer? Make great use of it with this recipe for venison pot pie from food blogger Jenny Nguyen-Wheatley. You'll definitely come back for seconds!
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 Reminder: Trout stocked statewide
Ready for some great spring fishing? Get out there and take advantage of the rainbow trout being released in public waters around the state.
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FEATURED PHOTO
From Nebraskaland Magazine:
 Sandhill cranes flying over 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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