OUTDOOR NEWS
Commission recognizes conservation officers at Jan. 19 meeting
Two Nebraska conservation officers received special recognition
for their heroic efforts from the North American Wildlife Enforcement Officers
Association during the Jan. 19 Nebraska Game and Parks Commission meeting at
Eugene T. Mahoney State Park.
Officer Bryce Streger helped families escape a western Nebraska
wildfire and evacuated an elderly couple in the nick of time. Streger lost all
of his personal belongings in the fire.
Officer Brian Piernicky responded to an accident near Swanson
Reservoir and located and assisted a passenger with critical injuries. The
passenger would not have survived without Piernicky's assistance.
The officers received
a standing ovation from their supervisors, peers and from the commissioners.
The
Commission also established a reduced-price restricted statewide buck-any deer
permit during the meeting. Read more.
2018 Fishing Forecast available online
 With about 450 lakes and streams open to public fishing, deciding
where to fish in Nebraska can sometimes be challenging. Our annual
fishing forecast can help.
The forecast contains research statistics and graphs to explain
sampling information for important sport fish species sampled across
Nebraska from the previous year along with useful tips from our
fisheries division staff.
See the forecast and find fishing tips online.
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Upland game opportunities extend through Jan. 31
 There's still time to get out in the field -- the pheasant, grouse and quail hunting seasons extend through Jan. 31.
With lots of birds, affordable permits and mixed bag opportunities in many parts of the state, Nebraska is an incredible place to
experience an upland bird hunt.
Learn more and get a permit on our website.
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Fisheries public informational meetings
scheduled across Nebraska
Anglers are encouraged to attend the Nebraska Game and Parks
Commission’s fisheries public informational meetings this winter to offer input
on the future of fisheries management in Nebraska.
The meetings will
begin with an overview of the 2018 fishing forecast, an update on special
projects, and a report of potential regulation changes. Staff then will receive
feedback and answer questions. See
the schedule online.
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