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Nebraska Game and Parks, along with other
wetland partners, provide information and resources
for incorporating wetlands in outdoor recreation and
other projects.
The "Guide to Nebraska's Wetlands and their
conservation needs" is an all-inclusive guide to all
things wetlands in Nebraska and is a supplement to
the SCORP. This guide provides information about
what a wetland is, why they are important, and the
wetland resources in Nebraska. It also provides
guidance on conservation approaches that can be
used in conjunction with outdoor recreation.
The Wetland Program Plan for Nebraska aims to
continue to protect, restore and manage Nebraska's
wetlands. The EPA approved plan calls for the
Nebraska Game and Parks Commission and partner
agencies to assess the condition of Nebraska's
wetlands, improve understanding of baseline
conditions, and to prioritize wetland restoration and
protection activities.
There are tremendous opportunities available
for conservation and outdoor recreation within
Nebraska's wetlands. Nebraska Game and Parks
partnered with the University of Nebraska to create
"Integrating Wetland Conservation into Local
Planning." This guidebook provides information for
local planners and outdoor recreation providers
to consider when planning outdoor recreation
development in conjunction with wetland
conservation.
Utilize these resources to understand the
usefulness of wetlands and how they can be
incorporated into outdoor recreation projects. The
benefits can support not only the outdoor recreation
experience but also the stewardship of the land.
Find the Guide to Nebraska's Wetlands, the
Wetland Program Plan, and other wetland
resources here:
https://outdoornebraska.gov/learn/nebraska-habitat/wetlands/
For your LWCF application, be
sure to incorporate guidance from
this resource: Integrating Wetland
Conservation into Local Planning.
https://outdoornebraska.gov/about/community-
resources/community-plans/
An aerial photo shows Niobrara Confluence WMA, which includes a parcel of woodlands in the bluffs above the Missouri River and backwaters,
grasslands and wetlands on the river adjacent to Niobrara State Park in Knox County.
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