Heritage Days
Oct. 6-7
Fort Atkinson State Historical Park
This two-day celebration of 19th-century Nebraska
history includes hands-on learning demonstrations,
children's games, traditional foods and music. Enjoy
exploring the fort as living history interpreters demonstrate military and
civilian life. Other activities include a farmers market, tractor show, pie
eating and mustache/beard competitions, old-fashioned apple pressing
and cider tasting. Learn more at wcheritagedays.org.
By Renae Blum
Halloween at a State Park
Various dates
Various locations
Enjoy the fun of Halloween in a uniquely beautiful setting,
where there's plenty to do after you've gathered the last
pieces of candy. Various state parks are offering events
fi lled with fun family activities: campground decorating
contests, haunted hayrack rides, pumpkin carving contests,
crafts, face painting, and of course, trick-or-treating. Find
events online at Calendar.OutdoorNebraska.gov.
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Time Well Spent
What to Do in October
B
reathe deep and take in the crisp fall air, the excitement of Halloween and new
hunting seasons. October is here, and there are multiple ways to enjoy this peaceful
month. Read on for some ideas. To learn about fun park events coming up this month,
visit Calendar.OutdoorNebraska.gov.
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