January-February 2024 • Nebraskaland 53
What to Do in January and February
Photograph ice
bubbles
Throughout the month
Statewide
The abstract shapes of air bubbles
trapped in frozen lakes, ponds, puddles
and waterfalls can make an intriguing
photo subject. Search the water's edge
to fi nd plants and insects frozen in the
ice. A polarizing fi lter can cut down
on refl ections and glare, and watch
your exposure, as large, light areas can
cause underexposure.
CHRIS HELZER
Listen for great horned owls
January and February | Statewide
Great horned owls are one of the earliest breeding birds in
Nebraska, and in January and February, you can hear them
calling between dusk and dawn, either seeking a mate
or communicating with one they already have. It's a low
hooting sound, typically a "who-hoo-ho-oo" or "who-ho-o-o,
whoo-hoo-o-o, whoo." If there are trees nearby, you have
a chance of hearing them — so you may not even need to
leave your neighborhood.
ERIC FOWLER, NEBRASKALAND
Attend Discover Ice-Fishing
Jan. 13 | Norfolk
Learn the basics of ice-fi shing or pick up a few new tips from
experienced anglers. A classroom event specifi cally for beginners and
families will be from 10 a.m. to noon, followed by a free, on-ice event
at Skyview Lake from 1-4 p.m. Go to one or both sessions. To learn
more and register for the classroom event — or fi nd other Discover Ice-
Fishing events this month — visit Calendar.OutdoorNebraska.gov.
JEFF KURRUS, NEBRASKALAND
