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Trout in the Classroom extends application deadline

BY Jerry Kane ON Aug 28, 2026

Conservation News, Fishing News

Nebraska’s Trout in the Classroom program has extended the application deadline to Sept. 8 to join the program and earn a scholarship for the 2026-2027 school year.

This program is for teachers interested in raising live fish in their classrooms and utilizing the tanks for countless lesson plans and everyday activities. Teachers will receive all the training and expertise needed to get their program up and running.

Trout in the Classroom is sponsored by the Nebraska Trout Unlimited Chapter 710 and coordinated by Nebraska Game and Parks.

For requirements or more information, visit OutdoorNebraska.gov and search “Trout in the Classroom,” or contact Alie Mayes at [email protected].

About Jerry Kane

Jerry Kane is the news manager with the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission. He can be contacted at [email protected] or 402-471-5008.

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