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Passport Program features Cowboy Trail, two state park areas
Stamp your passport while visiting some amazing outdoor spaces!
The 2025 Nebraska Passport Program features a themed tour — "Lasso Lane" — in honor of the Cowboy Trail's 30th anniversary. This tour includes seven stops along the Cowboy Trail.
Two Nebraska state park areas are also on the list: Lake Minatare and Windmill state recreation areas. Go on an adventure this summer and discover these scenic gems!
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Nebraska Bird Month features bird-themed events
Each year, May is Nebraska Bird Month, and it's time to celebrate! More than a dozen events are planned, including guided hikes, hand-built feeder workshops and birding bingo. Find an event near you; all are hosted by Nebraska Game and Parks and various partner organizations.
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Join us for memorial grove dedication May 17
Join us for special event on May 17 honoring Burt County military members and first responders! As part of the Nebraska Memorial Forest project, Game and Parks donated 92 trees to Summit Lake State Recreation Area, each representing a fallen military member, first responder or law enforcement officer.
The dedication ceremony begins at 10 a.m. on May 17. This is also Free Fishing and Park Entry Day, so visitors won't need a permit to enter the park or enjoy some fishing there.
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Community Fishing Events bring the fun in May and beyond
Enjoy an evening at your local lake, learning about fishing and enjoying free instruction, bait and loaner gear for the evening. Community Fishing Events are back!
These events are great whether you've never fished, want to return to it, or just want some new fishing tips. Events are planned all summer, and some are just around the corner! Find details for May at the link below, or visit our calendar for the full schedule.
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 Park spotlight: Fishing at Fort Kearny
Looking for your next fishing spot? Consider Fort Kearny State Recreation Area. With seven sandpit lakes and a variety of species, this park is good for bluegills, bass and crappies, maybe some big catfish.
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 No permit necessary on Saturday, May 17
Every year, on Free Fishing and Park Entry Day, you can go fishing or visit state parks for the day without needing a permit to do so. This year, it falls on May 17. If you've never been fishing, come to a free event and learn!
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 The Civil War comes to Fort Hartsuff
Whether you love American history or just watching the cannons fire, all are welcome to visit Fort Hartsuff on Free Park Entry Day. At this Civil War-themed event, reenactors will share 1860s portrayals and demonstrations.
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 Hopping into Amphibian Week
This happens to be Amphibian Week, and did you know Nebraska is home to some fascinating amphibian species? Read more about these often-overlooked, but important, critters and where you might spot them.
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 The Cowboy Trail marks 30 years
Whether your thing is hiking, cycling, running or even riding horses, the Cowboy Trail offers a historic route crossing some of Nebraska's most scenic areas. Read more about this trail as it marks its 30th anniversary.
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 Getting a gobbler in May: strategies for hunters
Spring turkey season doesn't end until May 31 in Nebraska, and while this month can offer challenges, try switching up your mindset and tactics. Learn more with these tips from a longtime Nebraska turkey hunter.
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From Nebraskaland Magazine:
 Schramm Park State Recreation Area is just one park offering free events on Free Park Entry Day.
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.gov
Nebraska Game and Parks Commission is responsible for stewardship of the state's fish, wildlife, parklands and outdoor recreation opportunities.
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