December 2019 • Nebraskaland 29
What To Do in December
Ice fi shing in the
Sandhills
When conditions are right | North-
central Nebraska
Off ering lots of large fi sh, the lakes in the
Sandhills region have always been a top ice
fi shing destination in Nebraska. Possible sites
include lakes in the Valentine and Crescent
Lake national wildlife refuges, Smith Lake,
Frye Lake and Cottonwood-Steverson Lake
Wildlife Management Area.
Christmas in the Woods
Dec. 7, 14, 21 | Ponca State Park
Enjoy the park's features in a festive way, with lighted hayrack
rides, a sledding hill and groomed cross-country skiing trails (snow
permitting). Other seasonal activities include old-fashioned holiday
crafts, free cookies and hot cider and a snowman building contest.
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Cross-country skiing at
Nebraska state park areas
December-February, snow permitting | Eastern
Nebraska
Nebraska's state parks are a great place for cross-co untry skiing,
off ering security, a peaceful, beautiful environment, amenities
and more. Prime opportunities are at Lewis and Clark State
Recreation Area and Mahoney, Platte River, Ponca and Indian
Cave state parks, with Ponca providing groomed trails. Stay safe
by bringing lots of water and a skiing partner, and letting someone
know where you'll be.
