August-September 2023 • Nebraskaland 27
What To Do in August and September
Community Fishing events
Various dates | Papillion, Lincoln, Kearney, North
Platte, Scottsbluff
Would you like to learn how to fi sh — or perhaps get back
into the sport after years away? That's what Community
Fishing events are for. At these events, you can take
advantage of free instruction from staff as well as free
loaner equipment such as rods, reels and bait. Find the
event schedule at Calendar.OutdoorNebraska.gov.
JEFF KURRUS, NEBRASKALAND
Fall hunting season
Various dates | Statewide
Fall hunting season has offi cially begun,
and you don't want to miss it! Plan some
time in the fi eld to take advantage of
the various seasons open this month,
including archery deer, dove and teal.
Bring a young person with you and
introduce them to the sport; there's
nothing quite like celebrating someone's
very fi rst harvest.
JEFF KURRUS, NEBRASKALAND
Camping at Pawnee
Throughout the month | Pawnee State
Recreation Area
Conveniently located near Lincoln, Pawnee
State Recreation Area features shady
campgrounds with modern services, a sandy
beach, good picnic locations, trails and a
lake where visitors can enjoy powerboating
and skiing. The campground also off ers
water, showers and modern restrooms. Make
reservations at OutdoorNebraska.gov.
ERIC FOWLER, NEBRASKALAND
