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Don’t forget to purchase a Nebraska Vehicle Park Entry Permit to enter the state parks. Get one at OutdoorNebraska.gov or at state park entrances. A permit is not required to park in the Schramm Education Center parking lot.
Adults looking to explore the outdoors with their young children are invited to Little Saplings, a monthly early childhood nature discovery program at the Schramm Education Center.
The 2026 series, which occurs on the first Wednesday of the month, continues Nov. 4 at 9 and 10 a.m. The topic will be Fall Leaves. The program is designed for children ages 2-5 and their adult caregivers. The cost is $5 per child and $5 per adult.
See the calendar entry at Calendar.OutdoorNebraska.gov for more information.
Wise and Wild is a program for those aged 18 and up who love the outdoors. It will be at 10 a.m. on select Tuesdays at Eugene T. Mahoney State Park’s James Family Conservatory and Nature Center.
On Nov. 10, the topic for this free event will be Forest Hike.Hike along wooded trails to discover the forest after the leaves have fallen. Dress for the weather. The trail is hilly, uneven and has steps. Meet at the observation tower by Crete Carrier Riverview Lodge.
A variety of nature-related topics will be shared in this free program for all ages.
How do animals prepare for the cold? Discover who hibernates, who migrates, and who stays active all winter. The free, monthly Wildcat Tales preschool program is on Nov. 10, with the theme of Animals Getting Ready for Winter.
The program will meet at the Wildcat Hills Nature Center south of Gering at 10 a.m. It will include a lesson plan, story and hands-on activity specifically targeted for children ages 2-6 years.
For more information, contact the Nature Center at 308-436-3777. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Meet one of Nebraska’s most iconic wildlife species. Discover how bighorn sheep are perfectly adapted to life on rugged cliffs and learn about the conservation efforts helping these impressive animals make a comeback during the Wildcat Hills homeschool program Nov. 12.
The free program meets once a month at 10 a.m. at the Wildcat Hills Nature Center south of Gering. Certified staff will lead various programs each month that showcase a different theme, focusing on ecosystems, animals, adaptations and habitats found only in western Nebraska.
For more information contact the Nature Center at 308-436-3777. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Homeschool families are invited to join a Schramm outdoor educator on a guided hike during the Homeschool Hikes program at 9 a.m. Nov. 18 and 1 p.m. Nov. 19. This month’s theme is Animal Shelters and Nests.
During the program, participants may ask questions, draw, observe, and make discoveries in nature. They will have the opportunity to observe local phenomena, plants, and animals while exploring concepts such as patterns, cause and effect, and structure and function.
Homeschool Hikes is a monthly nature exploration program hosted by the Schramm Education Center geared toward homeschool families and ages 5 and up. The cost is $5.
Participants are encouraged to register through the event listing at Calendar.OutdoorNebraska.gov.
Wild turkeys are fascinating creatures with complex behaviors and adaptations. On Nov. 19, the virtual ‘Science of’ program explores their biology, social structure, and seasonal habits. Learn how turkeys interact with their habitats, the role they play in local ecosystems, and tips for spotting them in the wild.
In this series, on select Thursdays at 3 p.m. Central time, Game and Parks educators discuss some of the science behind common things regarding nature and animals.
The hourlong webinars are free, but separate registration is required for each. See the calendar entries at Calendar.OutdoorNebraska.gov for registration links.
Stop into the lobby of the Schramm Education Center anytime between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. on Nov. 21 to give fly-tying a try.
Fly-tying is the art of attaching materials such as feathers, thread, metal, beads and more to a hook, with the aim of imitating an insect or small prey. Fly tying is a great way to add to your tackle box, express creativity and to have another excuse to go fishing.
You’ll work with the Cornhusker Fly-Fishers in this free event as you make a fly of your own to take home.
