January-February 2022 • Nebraskaland 29
What To Do in January and February
Stargazing
Moonless nights for best viewing
Statewide
Some of the most transparent and
crystal-clear starry skies can be seen
this time of year, off ering a spectacular
view for those willing to brave the
winter chill. Nebraska's state parks off er
some of the darkest skies on the planet,
making them great places for stargazing.
Dress warm, bring a friend, get a star
map and learn your constellations.
JUSTIN HAAG, NEBRASKALAND
Prepare for
spring hunting
Throughout the month | Statewide
Spring hunting is on the horizon, and now is
the time to do a little dreaming. This could be
your year to hunt gobblers in the Panhandle.
Start planning now — lock in your vacation
days, seek permission for private land access
and go through your gear. It can all make a
big diff erence.
JUSTIN HAAG, NEBRASKALAND
Birds and Breakfast event
Feb. 11-12 | Ponca State Park
Enjoy a Valentine's Day escape at Ponca State Park. This getaway
package includes a 30 percent discount on lodging, as well as
breakfast and bird tours and counts with experts from the Loess Hills
Audubon Society. Learn more at Calendar.OutdoorNebraska.gov or
by calling the park at 402-755-2284.
JENNY NGUYEN-WHEATLEY, NEBRASKALAND
