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Opportunities in your Nebraska state parks
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Halloween fun at Nebraska's state parks
Have a ghoulish good time this Halloween — outdoors! Soak in gorgeous natural scenery while enjoying trick-or-treating, pumpkin carving, haunted hayrack rides, s'mores and so much more. Events are happening statewide. Bring the whole family for a Halloween to remember!
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Enjoy fall weather with trails challenge
Relax into the crisp autumn breezes by walking, running or biking a trail! Your Parks Adventure: Trail Trek is a free, statewide challenge that encourages you to visit more than 50 designated trail locations across the state. It runs through Oct. 31, so there is still time to get in on the fun! Snap a selfie by the Trail Trek sign, and be entered to win prizes.
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New: Rent a telescope at Niobrara State Park
Enjoy showstopping views of the Milky Way, constellations and the moon, all from the comfort of your cabin.
Book a cabin stay at this scenic, secluded state park and add a Star Package for just $10. An easy-to-use telescope will be waiting in your cabin! Call the park office at 402-857-3373 to book.
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Upcoming Halloween festivities
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 Pumpkin carving at Calamus
Let's celebrate all things pumpkin! Join us Oct. 18 at Calamus State Recreation Area to enjoy amazing pumpkin displays, carving, a pumpkin roll, games and decorated campsites.
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 Dusty's Pumpkinfest at the Codys'
Take in a smorgasbord of fun, from horseback rides to a petting zoo, axe throwing, zipline, pumpkin bounce house and more. Buffalo Bill Ranch State Historical Park is a unique place for Halloween fun!
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 Hallowfest at Ponca State Park
Have a spooky good time at Ponca State Park! Join us for the famed pumpkin roll, s'mores, games, food, pumpkin carving, pet parade and more. Stay to enjoy the beauty of the park with friends and family.
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 Learn something new at Frontier Days
Explore the lives of early pioneers at Arbor Lodge State Historical Park! The Frontier Days event includes fun demonstrations and displays, including live dulcimer music and old-time games.
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 Explore astronomy at Platte River State Park
Want to learn more about the night sky? On Fridays in October, visit Platte River State Park for beginner astronomy activities. Make a constellation, use a star chart and moon globe, and more.
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 Catch Fort Atkinson's last living history weekend!
Don't miss Fort Atkinson's final living history weekend of the season! On Oct. 4-5, the grounds come alive with military and civilian reenactors, as well as demonstrations of all kinds.
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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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