January-February 2020 • Nebraskaland 35
What To Do in January and February
Attend Marsh Madness
February 23-March 16 | Ponca State
Park
This popular birding event features Avian
Adventure tours and viewing blind sessions
that off er the chance to see and learn about
waterfowl, eagles, and other early spring
migrants. For more information, contact
the park at 402-755-2284 or visit the park's
Facebook page.
Camp at a Nebraska state park
Throughout the month | Statewide
Winter camping is a totally diff erent experience. This year, try it at
a state park. Fort Kearny and Branched Oak state recreation areas,
Indian Cave State Park, and parks with ice fi shing access are popular.
Keep in mind that in most cases, water, restrooms and sometimes
electricity is not available, so check ahead. Also call ahead to see if
snowy roads and campsites are accessible.
Go goose hunting
Seasons vary | Statewide
Goose hunting can make for a great day of hunting with
family and friends. Strategies for success include scouting
for areas where geese frequently feed; using a variety of
decoys, including silhouettes, full-body, shells and socks;
and selecting a couple of people to call while the rest of the
group calls sparingly or not at all.
Cold Days, Warm
Hearts
Jan. 11, Eugene T.
Mahoney State Park
WINTER
CAMPOUT
AT
FORT
KEARNY
STATE
RECREATION
AREA
PHOTO
BY
ERIC
FOWLER
SETTING
UP
CANADA
GOOSE
DECOYS
BEFORE
A
HUNT
PHOTO
BY
JEFF
KURRUS
