PHOTO
BY
ERIC
FOWLER
Christmas Bird Counts
Dec. 14 – Jan. 5
Indian Cave State Park
Calling all birders – we need your help! Christmas Bird Counts are
an annual tradition across the nation in which participants identify
as many species as possible over a 15-mile radius. You'll have the
chance to aid scientists and conservation efforts while engaging in
some friendly competition and stretching your legs.
Light Up the Fort
Dec. 3 – 31
Fort Robinson State Park
The historic grounds of Fort Robinson State Park are always
a visual treat – but hardly more so than in December, when
volunteers and park staff drape sparkling Christmas lights over
many of the park buildings. Take a drive to see it; it'll definitely get
you in the holiday spirit. Contact the park at 308-665-2900 if you'd
like to volunteer to put up lights.
Open Hunting Seasons
Various dates
December is a great
month for hunting in
Nebraska – many seasons
are open, and there's less
competition afoot, as the
frenzy of season openings
is mostly past. Take
advantage of free time
from work or school to
hunt for species such as
pheasant, turkey, grouse and deer.
PHOTO
BY
ROCKY
HOFFMANN
DECEMBER 2016 • NEBRASKAland 33
PHOTO
BY
JUSTIN
HAAG
