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Summer park events are heating up
Looking for fun ways to explore your interests, spend time outside or learn something new?
Whether it's getting messy during the Mudville event (pictured here!), watching trick shooting displays at the Enders Extravaganza, or gazing at the stars along the Cowboy Trail, our summer park events have something for everyone!
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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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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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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
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 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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POPULAR ONLINE
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 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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 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:
 Nebraska Bird Month isn't over yet! Pictured is a red-headed woodpecker in Custer County.
Justin Haag/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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