26 Nebraskaland • January-February 2019
Outdoor Nebraska
By Renae Blum
Winter may be in full force, but there's still outdoor fun to be had, whether your thing is hunting,
birdwatching, fi shing, hiking, or just spending time with loved ones. Read on for some ideas on what to do
during these chilly months. To read about fun park events coming up, visit Calendar.OutdoorNebraska.gov.
Backyard Bird Feeding
Throughout the winter | Statewide
Food for birds may be scarce right now. Help our
feathered friends by setting up a feeder. Nebraskaland
Regional Editor Julie Geiser says that birds love to snack
on sunfl ower seeds, cracked corn, saffl ower seeds, Niger
or thistle seeds, peanut hearts and shelled, unsalted
and dry-roasted peanuts. Also, keep your feeders clean
to keep hungry birds from getting sick. "Wash your
feeders at least monthly in a light 9:1 water-to-bleach
solution, then rinse thoroughly and allow to air dry,"
Geiser says.
Get Ready for Spring Turkey
Throughout the winter | Statewide
Get a jump on spring turkey season and start planning this
winter. Outdoor Education Specialist Aaron Hershberger
recommends looking ahead and seeing what vacation
days you can lock in. Also, take a look through your gear,
including camera equipment. Take stock of what's missing,
or what needs to be replaced or fi xed. You can also use this
time to think about your goals – places you want to go and
milestones you want to achieve.
