26 Nebraskaland • July 2024
Pick wild
raspberries
Time frame varies; usually
starts late June in the south
and early July in the north|
Eastern third of Nebraska
and the northern tier of
counties across the state
Next to wild strawberries, wild
raspberries are Nebraska's
tastiest wild fruit. Found on a
thorny shrub, wild raspberry
grows in partial shade on the
edge of woodlands, fence lines
or road ditches. They ripen from
a whitish-green to red to a dark
purple; harvest them in the latter
stage. This is a good activity
to enjoy while you're out doing
other activities, like fi shing or
hiking.
LEXI CHRISTENSEN
Outdoor Nebraska
By Renae Blum
It's summer — and the outdoors is calling. Have you ever
been to a bioblitz or foraged for wild raspberries? Try
something new this month, and bring the family!
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Fish for white bass and
wipers at Harlan Reservoir
Anytime in July; peak time is usually late July
and August | Harlan County Reservoir
Harlan is full of white bass and wipers right
now — in fact, it's one of the best spots in the state
for both. Anglers can expect to see wipers up to and
over 20 inches, and white bass up to and over
15 inches. Most white bass and wiper fi shing is
done from a boat — though shoreline fi shing
is possible, too. Fisheries biologist Daryl Bauer
advises keeping a little distance and casting to
the fi sh, rather than roaring right into the middle
of them. Also, look for the gulls; they'll be feeding
where the fi sh are located.
JENNY NGUYEN-WHEATLEY, NEBRASKALAND
