Experience the natural wonder of the sharp-tailed grouse mating dance. Niobrara State Park is now taking reservations for its viewing blind.
Travel & Adventure
A Short Walk to the Wild Side
The Thompson Natural History Preserve and adjacent land owned by Chadron State College is my go-to when I need a quick fix of the outdoors.
Once Bitten – Preventing Frostbite
A hand-warming pouch, or muff, that hangs by a sling from my neck and a rechargeable hand warmer have been game-changers.
Nebraskaland 2024 Photo Contest
This year’s Best of Show winner, “Nebraska Moonscape,” by Mark Karrer of Sioux City, Iowa, was taken at Toadstool Geologic Park in Sioux County.
Cabin Fever Cures
For those looking to shake off cabin fever, the state’s diverse outdoor opportunities offer the perfect remedy.
A New Year’s Tradition – First Day Hike
The holidays are over, but for hundreds of Nebraskans, the arrival of New Year’s Day means there’s still one celebration left to enjoy: a First Day Hike.