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Summer park events are heating up

Kids playing in mud at the Mudville event at Mahoney

Looking for fun ways to explore your interests, spend time outside or learn something new?

Whether it's getting messy during the Mudville [ [link removed] ] event (pictured here!), watching trick shooting displays at the Enders Extravaganza [ [link removed] ], or gazing at the stars along the Cowboy Trail [ [link removed] ], our summer park events have something for everyone!  

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A campfire and tents glow at night
Campfire ban lifted for all state parks and wildlife management areas

A temporary campfire ban has been lifted for the final portion of the state! Unless a local, individual burn ban is in place, park guests may once again have campfires in central and western Nebraska.

Known local bans are affecting Lake McConaughy, Lake Ogallala and Swanson Reservoir state recreation areas. Before visiting a park, call ahead and check if any local burn bans are in place.

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A monarch butterfly perches on a leaf
Love butterflies? Volunteers needed!

We're looking for volunteers! If you love butterflies, attend a free training session May 31 or June 7, where we'll teach you how to survey for monarchs and regal fritillaries in Nebraska this summer.

The valuable data you collect will help researchers conserve and better understand these rare and at-risk species. A third workshop on June 14 will offer a wider look at monarch conservation in Nebraska.

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A paddlefish caught from the Missouri River lays on rocky shoreline.
Archery paddlefish season is June 1-30

It's a time of year some eagerly anticipate: Nebraska's archery paddlefish season. This year, it is June 1-30 from sunrise to sunset on a designated stretch of the Missouri River. Read more for details on where this area is and other things anglers need to know.

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UPCOMING EVENTS


Two actors perform dramatically in a melodrama at Mahoney State Park. [ [link removed] ]
Mahoney melodramas offer lively fun

Tossing popcorn at the villain and cheering for the hero or heroine — it's all part of the fun at Mahoney State Park's summer melodramas. Choose from three new plays as performances begin May 23.

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Workshops for women interested in fishing

Want to try fishing, but not sure where to start? Our workshops taught by women, for women, are coming to south-central Nebraska soon. Bring your curiosity and come prepared to have fun!

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Enjoy a guided sunset wildflower hike 

If you've been to Wildcat Hills State Recreation Area, you know how beautiful it is. What's even better could be discovering its native plants and flowers, alongside experts, at sunset.

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Vivid red sunset over a lake at Cheyenne State Recreation Area [ [link removed] ]
Cheyenne SRA has a new campground

Opening May 23! Cheyenne State Recreation Area's new campground in south-central Nebraska features 21 electrical sites, two of which are ADA-accessible. Come enjoy some convenient fishing and boating.

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Landowner draw permits for elk, antelope

It's time to apply. Now through May 30, Game and Parks is taking 2025 landowner draw permit applications for elk and antelope. Permits will be available through the close of the hunting season or until the quota sells out.

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Mother and son fishing together from a pier in Nebraska [ [link removed] ]
Keys for a great time fishing with kids 

Fishing is easy to do and easy to learn. Plus, it offers lasting memories, newfound respect for nature, and the chance for kids to play and be curious. Here's how to have a great experience when taking a child fishing.

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FEATURED PHOTO

"From Nebraskaland Magazine:"
A red-headed woodpecker sits on a tree branch.

Nebraska Bird Month [ [link removed] ] isn't over yet! Pictured is a red-headed woodpecker in Custer County.
Justin Haag/Nebraskaland Magazine

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