24 Nebraskaland • July 2022
Attend "Science
of Nebraska
Bats"
July 7, 3-4 p.m. Central time
Via Zoom
Misconceptions abound about
bats: They're blind; they're "rats
with wings;" they're extremely
dangerous. All untrue! Join us
for a webinar with Game and
Parks experts to dispel the
myths and reveal the truth about
these amazing fl ying beings.
Registration is required; sign up
at Calendar.OutdoorNebraska.
gov.
ERIC FOWLER, NEBRASKALAND
Outdoor Nebraska
By Renae Blum
Have a summer adventure! The Nebraska outdoors awaits you this month.
Stargazing, picnicking, fi shing and a fun triathlon all merit a place in your
summer plans. Read more below.
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Fish at Sandy Channel
State Recreation Area
Throughout the month | Kearney
Sandy Channel off ers a series of sandpit
lakes with a variety of fi shing opportunities,
including bluegill, crappie, channel catfi sh,
largemouth bass and even some muskies
and walleyes in Pit #8. The area also
received a boost with recent angler access
improvements. During the day, target panfi sh,
crappies and bluegills using a variety of small
jigs, focusing on shaded areas, weed beds and
fallen trees.
JULIE GEISER, NEBRASKALAND
