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Pheasants stocked ahead of this weekend's youth season
Make memories and spend quality time together: Take a young person hunting for the Oct. 18-19 statewide youth pheasant season.
This special season provides a great opportunity to expose young people to hunting in a low-pressure environment. Plus, pheasants will be released at 19 sites statewide before the season, upping their chances of success.
As always, safety is key! Brush up on these safety tips for upland bird hunters.
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Commissioners approve sportfishing orders
The Nebraska Game and Parks Commission approved changes to sportfishing orders at its meeting Oct. 10 at Niobrara State Park. These changes include daily bag limits, possession limits and open areas. Commissioners also passed wildlife amendments and approved multi-year strategic plans.
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Venture outdoors for autumn adventures
Fall in Nebraska is one of the best times of year to be outdoors. If you are looking for new and different ways to be active, get fresh air and enjoy nature, the possibilities are endless. Here are just a few — pick some to try in the coming weeks!
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Make the most of Nebraska's fur harvesting opportunities
Looking for ways to enjoy time outdoors, earn extra income and play a role in wildlife management? Nebraska offers long seasons and abundant opportunities to harvest furbearers and coyotes throughout the state.
These animals are common in Nebraska, and regulated harvest of these mammals is an important management tool.
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UPCOMING EVENTS
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 Ash Hollow hosting Halloween fun
Celebrate Halloween with the ghosts of the Oregon Trail! Join us at Ash Hollow State Historical Park on Oct. 18 for an afternoon of games, food, pumpkin decorating, trunk-or-treating and more.
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 Candlelight tours at Arbor Lodge
Add a touch of ghostly whimsy to your Halloween! Get your tickets now for a unique experience: exploring the grand halls and eerie corners of Arbor Lodge Mansion by candlelight.
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 Family-friendly Halloween archery course
Gather a group to experience a guided fall hike plus some spooky, Halloween-themed outdoor archery. No experience is needed as you follow the trail and take aim at wickedly fun targets.
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POPULAR ONLINE
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 What's happening with this leaf?
Trees, like the red maple in this picture, start to dress for winter this time of year. Ever wondered why fall leaves take on certain colors and patterns? Here's a closer look from a Game and Parks educator.
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 How deer hunters can use nature's sounds
For deer hunters, nature's sounds are not only enjoyable, they're important clues that can be crucial to success. Read more for tips you can use to have a richer and more interesting hunt this fall.
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 What is a fish worth?
What is the value of a fish? That's a hard question to answer, and depends on how you look at it. From an economic standpoint, some species of fish are quite valuable. Here's a closer look from biologist Daryl Bauer.
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FEATURED PHOTO
From Nebraskaland Magazine:
 On a foggy morning, light shines through a set of trees at sunrise.
Jeff Kurrus/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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