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Nebraskaland June 2020

NEBRASKAland Magazine is dedicated to outstanding photography and informative writing with an engaging mix of articles and photos highlighting Nebraska’s outdoor activities, parklands, wildlife, history and people.

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June 2020 • Nebraskaland 31 What To Do in June Photograph the moon Throughout the month Statewide Photographing the moon, the brightest object in the night sky, can be a fun challenge. Nebraskaland Magazine photographer Justin Haag recommends investing in a solid tripod and cable release, shooting in RAW mode, using a lens with a large focal length, and planning your shot ahead of time. June 5 is the next full moon. For more tips, read Justin's article, "Those Alluring Orbs," at NebraskalandMagazine.org. Photograph and identify wildfl owers at Gjerloff Prairie Throughout the month | 4 miles west of Marquette on M Road One place botanist Gerry Steinauer enjoys taking wildfl ower photos is the 390-acre Gjerloff Prairie west of Marquette. "It's got really great spring wildfl owers," he said. Park by the barn-like education center to fi nd the 5-mile mowed trail loop. Expect rolling hills, some steep slopes and a great view of the Platte. For more information, and to fi nd a trail map, visit prairieplains.org/gjerloff -prairie. Hike at Indian Cave State Park Throughout the month 7 miles northeast of Shubert in southeastern Nebraska Hikers of all skill levels can fi nd something to enjoy at Indian Cave State Park. You'll fi nd more than 20 miles of trails featuring scenic oak woodlands and views of the Missouri River. For the best experience, plan your hike ahead of time with the park map. YELLOW CONEFLOWERS PHOTO BY GERRY STEINAUER HIKING AT INDIAN CAVE STATE PARK IN RICHARDSON COUNTY PHOTO BY ERIC FOWLER

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