What to Do in March
Time Well Spent
W
ith warmer months approaching, there's plenty to look forward to on the horizon,
but don't forget to take advantage of outdoor opportunities now. The following
are a few ideas to get you started. For more information on outdoor events across the
state, visit Calendar.OutdoorNebraska.gov.
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Fishing for
Northern Pike
Throughout the month
Statewide
Early spring is a great time to fi sh for northern
pike. Spawning is currently underway, which
means pike are coming into the rooted
vegetation of the shallows. During and
immediately after spawning, pike can be caught
by working the shallows with various baits. That
is the time when a pike's metabolism rate is
ready for it to start feeding.
By Renae Blum
PHOTO
BY
JEFF
KURRUS
26 NEBRASKAland • MARCH 2018
PHOTO
BY
JENNY
NGUYEN-WHEATLEY
Marsh Madness
Saturdays Feb. 24-March 17
Ponca State Park
Enjoy the wonders of spring migration
at scenic Ponca State Park during Marsh
Madness, which offers the opportunity
to see large numbers of birds, including
species not regularly found in Nebraska.
See it for yourself on a guided sunrise or
sunset bird tour, and enjoy educational
sessions and crafts during the day. For
more information, contact Ponca State
Park at 402-755-2284 or visit the Game
and Parks calendar.
