December 2023 • Nebraskaland 27
What To Do in December
Fourth annual
Holiday Tree
Decorating Contest
Nov. 23 - Jan. 2 | Lewis and Clark
State Recreation Area
Decorate the best tree and win a two-
night cabin stay at Lewis and Clark.
Choose a tree at the park entrance
to decorate (one entry per household
or group); environmentally-friendly
decorations, such as popcorn garland,
solar-powered lights and bird seed
pine cones, are preferred. To enter,
send a photo of your decorated tree to
ngpc.lewis.clark@nebraska.gov. For
questions, contact the park at 402-388-
4169. Remove any non-wildlife-friendly
decorations by Jan. 14.
JENNY NGUYEN-WHEATLEY, NEBRASKALAND
Late-season deer hunting
Season dates vary | Statewide
Things get more challenging in the late period for deer hunting, but don't put
your gear away yet; just readjust your strategy. Tracks are much easier to see
in the snow, so use that to your advantage. Hunt late afternoons when deer
are more likely to feed this time of year. Also, fi nd places where deer will move
out of high winds. For more tips, search "Tips for late-season deer hunting" at
NebraskalandMagazine.com.
JULIE GEISER, NEBRASKALAND
Put out suet for birds
Fall through spring | Statewide
Suet is a high-fat food that provides the
extra calories birds need in colder weather.
A variety of species love this protein-
packed off ering, including northern
fl ickers and downy, hairy and red-bellied
woodpeckers. Hang suet in a visible area
near shrubs and trees. You can buy suet
cakes — or make your own — and place
them in a metal suet cage.
JUSTIN HAAG, NEBRASKALAND
