Fish Handling Reminder, Again
Believe me, I LOVE fish pictures! Do not think that I ever get tired of looking at them. Unfortunately, I have to admit, I cringe at many of them. Yes, that is mostly because I am a pointy-headed...
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A Guide to Herping
Try a new outdoor activity this spring. Herping is the practice of searching for reptiles and amphibians. By Monica Macoubrie, Wildlife Education Specialist Looking for ways to get kids outside...
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Fly-Fishing Basics
Have a learning opportunity I want to publicize: Ponca SP hosting beginner fly-fishing, fly-tying class Anglers can learn the basics of fly-fishing and fly-tying at a workshop April 27 at Ponca...
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Rise Art
Sometimes you just need to pull over, put it in park, and de-stress for a little bit. Of course the best way to do that is by spending time on the water. Regrettably, some days a person cannot...
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The Diversity of Eggs
Egg shape, color and size are remarkable adaptations for successful reproduction. By Monica Macoubrie, Wildlife Education Specialist Eggs are fascinating biological structures that serve as the...
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What to know about morel mushroom hunting
The morel mushroom hunting season is literally upon us. I think we’re on the cusp of it along river bottoms in eastern Nebraska. A few morels have been found. The Nebraska Morels Facebook Page...
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Hybrids, Esocids
I have posted a series of blogs on hybrid fish. Hopefully, those have increased awareness of these fish in our waters and provided some tips on fish identification. Want to return to that series...
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Hunt Nebraska Podcast – Missed Shot Excuses
What’s your go-to excuse after missing an easy shot? The Hunt Nebraska Crew discusses the best excuses for missing your target. Hunt Nebraska · Missed Shot Excuses Hunt Nebraska is the official...
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There Are Plants Growing In Your Yard That You Can Eat (No Kidding!)
You have just read the title to this blog and you’re thinking ‘Whoa! What? Wagner is way off base with this one!’ PL-EASE … Allow me, the avid forager, to explain. Now that spring has sprung and...
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Meanwhile, On the Walleye Front
Want to mention a couple of things today, both of them related to walleyes. . . . First of all, we are in the middle of our annual walleye egg collections. If you have been on Sherman or Merritt...
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The Missing Memory Card
By Gerry Steinauer, Botanist Like other nature photographers, I often return to a prairie or woodland for another round of photographs. Sometimes it is because Mother Nature does not cooperate —...
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Fish Thief
Stumbled onto a fish story I enjoyed reading. If you have some time this weekend, you might like to read it too: Muskie Stealing Preacher Unfortunately, people can get crazy when it comes to...
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She Goes Outdoors Podcast – Hunting with Falcons
Amy Buckendahl turned to falconry after loosing vision in one eye. Listen to her speak on how hunting with rescued falcons benefits both her and the bird. Amy’s conservation methods are also...
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Solar Eclipse, Part Deux
Chances are you have heard about the solar eclipse coming next Monday, April 8. If you were around these parts seven years ago, you experienced a total solar eclipse right here in Nebraska. This...
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Panhandle Afield Podcast – Nightcrawlers
By Justin Haag A weekly radio segment featuring outdoor topics of the Nebraska Panhandle. This week, nightcrawlers are the topic. Justin Haag · Panhandle Afield: Nightcrawlers Air Dates: March...
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Cope’s Gray Treefrog
The Cope’s gray treefrog plays a vital role in forest and wetland ecosystems of Nebraska. By Monica Macoubrie, Wildlife Education Specialist Meet the Cope’s gray treefrog (Hyla chrysoscelis), a...
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Unearthing Treasures – Rockhounding in Nebraska
Rockhounds spend hours, days searching for rocks, minerals, artifacts and fossils. Story and photos by Renae Blum Over 35 years of searching Nebraska for rocks, minerals, fossils and artifacts,...
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Sampling Summaries
Going to mention something today which many of you are already aware. On the other hand, I know that not everyone knows because I continually answer questions about it. You know about the annual...
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How to Spring Wild Turkey Hunt in Foul (No pun intended) Weather
Nebraska weather. Don’t like it? Wait a short while. It’ll change, maybe. Reality is rarely so kind. The Cornhusker State’s spring archery wild turkey hunting season is in full swing and soon the...
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Whatcha listening to?
Do not know that I have a “mix tape”. Nevertheless, I do have a few fishing-related songs that I like to listen to. Some of them may be a little obscure, some of them corny. . . . Good subjects...
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