26 Nebraskaland • May 2021
Outdoor Nebraska
By Renae Blum
The outdoors is calling. It's time to plan an outdoor adventure: grab a rod and reel,
get your bird feeder ready, and start visiting Nebraska state park areas for the
Your Parks Adventure Challenge, beginning May 22 (details at
YourNebraskaParks100.org).
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Fish for crappie
Throughout the month | Statewide
In May, crappie stay shallow as they
spawn, making them a more accessible
catch. Only simple gear is needed: a
bobber and minnow is hard to beat, but if
live baitfi sh aren't allowed, a bobber and
small jig will work just as well.
JEFF KURRUS, NEBRASKALAND
Hike at Wildcat Hills State
Recreation Area
Throughout the month
Looking for some good exercise and beautiful scenery? Wildcat Hills State
Recreation Area off ers 3.5 miles of rugged groomed trails for hikers, bikers and
equestrians winding through canyons and rocky bluff s. Trails vary in diffi culty,
from steep inclines to moderate walks. Along the way, enjoy great views,
wildfl owers and wildlife, such as deer and wild turkey.
JUSTIN HAAG, NEBRASKALAND
