News from North Omaha

Have not posted a state record update for a long time.  There has been a good reason for that–nothing to update. Actually, I have had one new state record application since this spring.  I waited...

The hunt test world can give you a deeper understanding of your dog By Todd Mills The first real gun dog I’d ever owned cost me $50. A buddy of mine knew I’d been looking and knew of a litter with...

Last week I wanted to spread the word on projects that will impact access to a couple of our waterbodies this summer (Some Access Notes).  I am going to mention a more again today. I know you may...

I love fish pictures.  Seriously, show me your fish pictures, any of them, I will look.  I look at fish pictures all the time, every day. Oh sure, there are lots of nice fish, but just that, nice...

A couple of weeks ago, on my way out the door for the Independence Day holiday, I promised I would spend at least a little time on the water.  We always thoroughly enjoy our time with family over...

Lincoln hunter on a mission to reach underserved minorities in hunting and fishing Story and photos by Eric Fowler Some people live their entire lives searching for some place, any place, where...

Marbleseed thrives in very dry, gravelly or rocky hilltop prairies where only the tough survive By Gerry Steinauer, Botanist When appearing as a guest on podcasts or radio shows, I am often asked,...

I have news releases about projects that will affect access to a couple of our waterbodies.  If you fish these waters, you will want to know: Tree removal begins July 16 at Hershey WMA A...

Flattered … Humbled … Thrilled … These are just a few words that describe how I felt with an unexpected, major award I recently received. Called “Spirit of the Shack,” this unique conservation...

I cannot think of a single angler who does not get excited by big fish.  Big fish of one species or another, if not several, really “turn our crank”! Some of us continue the pursuit of big fish...

Take the time to appreciate wetlands even when they aren’t wet Story and photos by Ethan Freese If you’ve visited one of Nebraska’s many wetlands in the past year, there’s a good chance that you...

Lots of dirt being moved at the mouth of Methodist Cove at Harlan County Reservoir right now.  Found this update on the project: Partners Working Hard to Deliver Aquatic Ecosystem Restoration We...

Summer is here. It’s hot. It’s humid. Tomatoes are ripening. Early ears of sweet corn are being harvested. Boating, swimming, tubing and fishing are being widely enjoyed now. But, wait a second....