Outdoor News: Grand prize winner; turkey permits; ice-fishing tips

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Watch the Discovery Channel episode featuring Nebraska state parks

TV hosts standing on bluff at Chadron State Park

An episode of the Discovery Channel's new reality show, RV There Yet?, featured three Nebraska state parks — and it's now available to watch for free online.

Arbor Lodge State Historical Park, Platte River State Park and Chadron State Park were the stars of the show as hosts biked through wooded landscapes, scaled bluffs on an epic hike, and explored the history of Arbor Day.

Catch the episode on Facebook, and get ideas for your own spring or summer getaway!

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Grand prize winner announced in Your Parks Adventure challenge

Kathryn Romine of Lincoln was awarded her new Forest River RV Patriot Edition 14cc camper – the grand prize in the Your Parks Adventure program – at a ceremony Jan. 7 at Eugene T. Mahoney State Park.

Romine visited several state parks and recreation areas across Nebraska, snapping selfies at designated stations and submitting them online for the chance to win. Her name was drawn from nearly 230 qualifying participants.

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An easy way to help Nebraska's endangered species

When you prepare your taxes, remember the Wildlife Conservation Fund! Since 1984, this fund has helped the thousands of non-game species that call Nebraska home, particularly those that are endangered or threatened. Your donations allow wildlife experts to improve habitat, conduct research and re-introduction projects, and much more!

Nebraska's state income tax form includes a space to donate any or all of your tax refund to the Wildlife Conservation Fund (look for the peregrine falcon symbol!). You can also make donations online or by buying a wildlife license plate.

Learn more and give

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Spring turkey permits available to purchase

Dreaming of days spent chasing gobblers? We are one step closer to that time, as spring turkey permits are now available to buy. With birds in every county, long seasons, great public access and $8 permits for youth, Nebraska's spring turkey season is one worth waiting and planning for. 

Buy permits

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OUTDOOR OPPORTUNITIES

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Virtual workshop on rabbit hunting

Pursuing rabbits is a great way to get some exercise, have a lot of fun, and if you’re successful, add delicious table fare to your diet! Learn the basics of rabbit hunting at this Jan. 15 workshop.

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Two in-person ice fishing clinics 

Learn the basics of ice fishing or pick up a few new tips from experienced anglers! Join us for in-person ice fishing workshops on Jan. 16 and 29. It's the hands-on training you need!

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Kickstart a year of outdoor fun

Looking for a way to stay active and have fun this month — or all year long? Buy a fishing permit or a Nebraska state park entry permit! It's your pass to all the adventures you are longing for.

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Sale on Game and Parks T-shirts!

Show some love for Nebraska's state parks and the great outdoors, at a discount! Browse a collection of three fun T-shirt designs, on sale now through Jan. 31, 2022.

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A day with a Nebraska conservation officer

Ever wondered what a conservation officer's job is like? Nebraskaland Magazine editor Jenny Nguyen-Wheatley sat down with one to find out.

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10 tips from long-time ice anglers

If you're still learning, it's very educational to fish with experienced ice anglers. That's certainly been the case for Greg Wagner. Here's what he's learned.

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