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Timber would showcase the SRA's
natural features while addressing
fl oodplain infrastructure, honoring
the memories and traditions of area
users, and providing new recreational
opportunities. An online comment
board also was off ered through April 6.
Feedback received at the Zoom
meeting and through the comment
board will be benefi cial in moving the
redevelopment forward, said Michelle
Stryker, Game and Parks' planning and
programming division administrator.
The plan will be fi nalized by summer
2021 and extend for the next fi ve years.
Dead Timber State Recreation
Area is only one hour from Omaha.
Whether you're looking for a weekend
getaway for camping, or a peaceful
place to recreate for the day with
family and friends, Dead Timber might
surprise you, even in its current state.
When looking to the future, talks of a
possible kayak launch, a new nostalgic
pedestrian bridge, more miles of trails,
better fi shing access and a nature play
area are all things for visitors, old and
new, to get excited about.
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For the most updated information on
Dead Timber, visit outdoornebraska.
org/deadtimber.
An assortment of wildfl owers, including goldenrod, grow at Dead Timber.
