The party took place in the rooftop Schimmel Ballroom, and guests appeared to be bucks only — an elite group of well-to-do men who were dressed to the nines. The wild game dinner was a highly-anticipated annual event, one that existed during the lifetime of the hotel.
Stories
Building Resilient Land Through Cattle
On almost any given day, a person can drive by grazing land owned by The Nature Conservancy in Nebraska and see an artist in residence.
A Soldier Returns to Fort Atkinson
When a farmer uncovered a portion of Lt. Gabriel Field’s headstone while plowing in 1954, it led to the exhumation of six graves.
Nebraska’s Clean-up Crew – Turkey Vultures
If you’ve ever seen large, wobbly-looking black birds flying overhead, congratulations! You were witnessing one of Nebraska’s most efficient cleaning companies at work.
Nature’s Dancing with the Stars — Prairie Grouse
For most of the year, prairie grouse are inconspicuous, but come mid-March through early May, male birds are ready to perform.
Wildlife Laws for Drone Operators
Drone operators should be aware of city, state, and federal laws that help protect people and possible harm to wildlife.