26 Nebraskaland • October 2025
Outdoor Nebraska
By Tim Reigert
Make time this month to experience the beauty of fall,
from changing leaves to hunting seasons, great fi shing
opportunities and state park events.
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Youth pheasant hunting season
Oct. 18-19 | Statewide
This year's youth pheasant, quail and partridge season will be Oct. 18-19 and is
open to hunters ages 15 and younger. Youth hunters do not need a permit to hunt
during this time, but non-residents will need a hunting permit and habitat stamp.
Adult mentors accompanying youth hunters (only one adult per youth) are allowed
to hunt, but only at designated Special Youth Hunt locations. Game and Parks will
release pheasants at specifi c wildlife management areas and the N-CORPE east
tract this season. For more information, contact Game and Parks at 402-471-0641.
JUSTIN HAAG, NEBRASKALAND
Take kids trick-or-
treating at a state
park
Dates vary by park| Across the state
Take your kids trick-or-treating this
Halloween season at a state park or state
recreation area. Campers are encouraged
to decorate and hand out treats. Activities
are free and vary by park, but a park
entry permit is required. Visit Calendar.
OutdoorNebraska.gov for details.
JUSTIN HAAG, NEBRASKALAND
