LINCOLN, Neb. – An aerial survey of the Rainwater Basin in south-central Nebraska on Sept. 5 revealed generally dry conditions, with the best water conditions located in southern Clay County.
“Water conditions are slightly better than last year,” said Mark Vrtiska, waterfowl program manager with the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission. “But there are still some portions that are very dry and will take a lot of rain to put water in them. Southern York and Fillmore counties are really lacking water.”
A full report on water conditions and initial pumping plans can be found at Outdoor Nebraska.org. Vrtiska reminds hunters that the report only provides a starting point, and scouting areas still is an important part of a successful waterfowl hunt.