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Visit northwest state parks for fun events in August

Spend some time this summer in Nebraska’s northwest state parks. During August, events are planned for those for all ages and interests.

Don’t forget to purchase a required vehicle park entry permit to enter the state parks. Get one at OutdoorNebraska.gov or at state park entrances.

Kayak cleanup scheduled at Lake Minatare SRA

Wildlife and people need clean and healthy spaces to live and enjoy. Join Nebraska Game and Parks Commission outdoor educators at Lake Minatare State Recreation Area near Minatare Aug. 1 for a night of service to local waters – removing trash from lakes while kayaking.

Trash bags and gloves will be provided as leaders and volunteers clean up trash from 6-8 p.m. local time.

Volunteers are encouraged to bring their own kayaks, but a limited number of kayaks will be available on a first-come basis. Registration is required.

Meet at Lake Minatare’s West Wind Bay boat ramp.

For more information and to register, visit the calendar event entry at Calendar.OutdoorNebraska.gov.

Wildcat Hills SRA to host Night Sky Viewing Aug. 17

Come to Wildcat Hills State Recreation Area and enjoy the Sturgeon Moon and explore the Perseid Meteor Shower during a Night Sky Viewing program Aug. 17.

This program, where participants are encouraged to view the night sky through a high-powered telescope, will take place from 8-9:30 p.m. Mountain Time, at the back loop of the park.

Bring a chair, blanket, water bottle, bug spray and sense of wonder. Call the park for more information at 308-436-3777.


About Jerry Kane

Jerry Kane is the news manager with the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission. He can be contacted at jerry.kane@nebraska.gov or 402-471-5008.

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