Four budding hunters were given a special hunting opportunity in December 2022 during the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission’s first mentored muzzleloader hunt at Bowring Ranch State Historical Park near Merriman.
Author: Justin Haag
Clash of the Bighorns
Nebraska’s Rocky Mountain bighorn sheep (Ovis canadensis) and their amazing climbing capabilities are enjoyable to watch throughout the year, but there’s arguably no greater show than when they put their heavy headwear to use during fall.
Booming Bobcats
Something of a mystery, Nebraska’s bobcat population has flourished in recent decades and remains healthy.
Upland Hunting the Sandhills – A Scientific Approach
A national refuge wildlife biologist shares his perspectives on one of his favorite pastimes: hunting prairie grouse.
Sowbelly with Coffee – Special Names for a Special Place
The scenery alone is worth a trip to Sowbelly Canyon in Nebraska’s Pine Ridge. Don’t forget the fishing rod, though.
Fishing the ‘Down Times’
Nebraska’s fisheries have their ups and downs, especially if we’re talking water levels. The water stored in many of the state’s most popular fishing lakes is vital for irrigating crops when Mother Nature is stingy with rain. The annual drawdown of water is important for agriculture, but can be challenging for fish populations and the people pursuing them.