Eleanor Shimek of Gering has served as a campground host at Nebraska state recreation areas in the Panhandle and central Nebraska since the late 1990s and continues to make the most of her time doing it.
Tag: Camping
Camping Etiquette for Beginners
Camping etiquette in a park
Tips for Cold-Weather Camping
When the author’s kiddos were young, she heard tales — near legends — of families embracing cold-weather camping. Here’s how to do it.
Top Picks for Fall Camping at Nebraska State Parks
Looking for a place to go camping this fall? You can’t go wrong with a Nebraska state park.
A More Family Friendly Lake McConaughy
In 2021, the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission implemented big changes at Lake McConaughy and Lake Ogallala.
Rock Creek Lake State Recreation Area
Rock Creek Lake State Recreation Area is a small 54-acre area, with a 50-acre lake fed by the cold spring waters of Rock Creek.