Outdoor News: Fall color; Commission meeting; upland hunting safety

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Find opportunities for fall color at these 9 Nebraska state parks

Fall color at Indian Cave State Park

As fall color appears throughout the state, make plans to enjoy it in a different way – at a Nebraska state park. Here are some options to explore, whether you’re looking for a leisurely drive, a scenic hike or a place to stay overnight.

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Commissioners approve nonresident big game permit fee increases

Nebraska Game and Parks approved fee increases to several nonresident big game permits at its Oct. 13 meeting at Fort Robinson State Park. The new fees will help offset the lost revenue from reducing the quota of nonresident deer, antelope and turkey permits. Commissioners also approved amendments to sportfishing orders regarding daily bag limits, possession limits, length limits and open areas.

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Know your safe zone of fire this upland bird season

Nebraska’s pheasant, quail and partridge seasons are quickly approaching. The youth season is Oct. 21-22, and the general season opens Oct. 28. Safety should be at the forefront of every hunt; here are some guidelines to follow in the field to keep you and your hunting party safe.

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Stubble Access Guide now available

The 2023-2024 Tall Stubble Guide has arrived! This guide features an additional 35,000 acres of tall wheat and milo stubble fields and adjacent habitat that are open to public hunting. Tall stubble sites are scattered across western Nebraska and provide habitat for pheasants and other wildlife. View the atlas online.

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OUTDOOR OPPORTUNITIES

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Accessible birding event at Indian Cave

Join us at Indian Cave State Park Oct. 21 for a free birding activity that is accessible and inclusive. It's open to everyone, including beginner birders and families with small children.

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First Responder's Day at Niobrara State Park

Celebrate our dedicated first responders at this Oct. 21 event at Niobrara State Park. The day includes trick-or-treating, a pumpkin roll, haunted barn, yard games and soup cookoff.

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Halloween fun at Ash Hollow

Plenty of Halloween fun can be had at this Oct. 21 event. Join us at Ash Hollow State Historical Park for trick-or-treating, pumpkin picking and decorating, scavenger hunt, Nerf wars and more.

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Celebrate a first fish with free certificate

Catching your first fish is worth celebrating. Commemorate this special moment with a free "My First Fish" certificate. Download it from our website, print it off and fill in your information.

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The true essence of deer hunting

Long hours in a deer stand or blind can lead to valuable times of introspection and learning about yourself. For Greg Wagner, this is what deer hunting is all about. Read more.

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Have a girls' weekend at these seven parks

Whether you want an escape, an adventure, or simply the chance to relax, Nebraska’s state parks make an ideal getaway for you and your best girlfriends. Here are seven destinations to explore.

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