Spring is a special time in Nebraska. For wildlife, the arrival of new growth means food, shelter and a signal that it’s time to get moving.
Stories
The Serious Business of Turkey Fighting
Throughout the year, male turkeys establish a pecking order with the most dominant toms earning the right to breed and pass on their genetics.
When and Where to Find Morels
Greg Wagner shares tips on where and how to look for morel mushrooms once they emerge during early spring in Nebraska.
Preventing Creepy Crawlers
Specialized clothing infused with Insect Shield, a permethrin treatment, not only repels ticks, but also chiggers, mosquitoes, gnats and other insects.
Aquatic Restoration at Harlan County Lake
A $9.25-million aquatic ecosystem restoration project set to be completed this spring will removed 150,000 cubic yards of silt and dredge a channel between the cove and the lake.
Piping Plover 274
Beyond surviving thunderstorms and attracting many admirers, there’s something else special about Plover 274.