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Enjoy a sunrise trail ride
Tuesday mornings | Niobrara State Park, 2½ miles west of
the town of Niobrara
During Niobrara State Park's new sunrise trail rides, visitors will
experience breathtaking views atop the river bluff s, watching the
sun rise over the Niobrara and Missouri rivers. "It's one of the most
spectacular sunrises you'll ever see," said park superintendent Cogan
Thompson. Rides typically accommodate up to six people and last
45-50 minutes. Ages 6 and up are allowed, and no prior experience is
needed. Rides cost $30 per person. Book your ride through the park
offi ce by 6 p.m. the day before at 402-857-3373.
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What To Do in July
Attend 'Campfi re
Christmas in July' event
July 25 from 6-10 p.m. and July 26 from 11
a.m. to 10 p.m. | Indian Cave State Park,
located 10 miles south of Brownville
Sometimes a touch of holiday cheer is exactly what
you need during a Nebraska summer. Now in its 12
th
year, this festive celebration off ers activities for both
children and adults. Stop by to enjoy tractor-drawn
Polar Express hayrack rides, Christmas-themed
crafts and games, visits with Santa, a yule log quest,
food trucks and even a campsite decorating contest.
Learn more at Calendar.OutdoorNebraska.gov.
ERIC FOWLER, NEBRASKALAND
Enjoy a Fourth of July
barbecue
July 4, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. | Fort Robinson
State Park, on west lawn near main lodge/
offi ce
Celebrate the Fourth western-Nebraska-style, with
an outdoors barbecue set against the rugged, epic
backdrop of Fort Robinson State Park. This popular
annual barbecue kicks off after Crawford's town
parade fi nishes around 11 a.m., leaving plenty of
time for afternoon park activities like Jeep tours
and guided horseback rides. In the evening, many
participants head back into town for a rodeo and
fi reworks. The meal of burgers, beans and potato
salad has a fee, and a vehicle park entry permit is
required.
JUSTIN HAAG, NEBRASKALAND
