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32 NEBRASKAland • DECEMBER 2016
What to Do in December
Time Well Spent
T
rees to decorate, cookies to bake, gif ts to wrap and parties to attend – we are
definitely in the thick of the holiday season. You may feel like there's not a minute
to spare. That's when it's especially important to unplug from the stress and take time to
relax with family and friends. The events below allow you to do just that. For a complete
list of upcoming events across the state, or for more information on any of the activities
listed here, visit Calendar.OutdoorNebraska.org.
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By Renae Blum
Ice Skating
Thanksgiving weekend
through March, as weather
permits
Eugene T. Mahoney State Park
Take part in one of the most festive
of winter traditions this year – try ice
skating! The ice skating pavilion at
Eugene T. Mahoney State Park offers
breathtaking views of the Platte River
valley and offers guests plenty of space
to practice their skills. Skate rental is
available. Call 402-471-1414 for admission
and pricing.
Winterfest at State
Parks
Various Dates
Statewide
Winterfest at Nebraska state parks is all
about celebrating this special time of year
with family and friends. Try old-fashioned
holiday activities such as horse-drawn
hayrack rides, ice skating, sledding, a yule
log quest and more. Visit OutdoorNebraska.
org/winterfest for a full list of events. Don't
forget, many state parks have reduced rates
on cozy cabins and other lodging right now,
making for an inexpensive and memorable
getaway during one of the most peaceful
and beautiful seasons to visit a Nebraska
state park.
