June 2023 • Nebraskaland 25
What To Do in June
Photograph conefl owers
All summer long | Prairie conefl ower found statewide
Conefl owers are a common sight in the summer, growing just about everywhere
in Nebraska. They are especially common in roadside ditches and prairies. These
fl owers are resistant to heat and drought and bloom all summer long. They're also
a top menu item for hungry butterfl ies, such as painted ladies. Get out and shoot a
photo of these blooms early and late in the day when there's warm light.
JEFF KURRUS, NEBRASKALAND
Catfi sh fi shing
All month | Statewide
May and June are two great months for
fi shing any species anywhere in the state,
and that includes catfi sh, a warmwater
species. In June, these fi sh are active and
feeding. Sutherland Reservoir is one catfi sh
hotspot; others include Calamus, Merritt and
Box Butte reservoirs, as well as Branched
Oak and Lewis and Clark lakes. If you have
access, rivers are great choices, too. Use your
favorite bait; cut bait works especially well.
ERIC FOWLER, NEBRASKALAND
Magnifi cent
Moths,
Spectacular Skies
June 24, 9 p.m. – 12 a.m.
Merritt Reservoir State
Recreation Area
Discover the fantastic world of weird
and wonderful nighttime creatures,
while celebrating Merritt Reservoir's
designation as an International
Dark Sky Park. Using night lighting
equipment, participants will
investigate the relationship between
dark skies and wildlife.
JAMIE BACHMANN
