A weekly radio segment featuring outdoor topics relevant to the Nebraska Panhandle. This week, the program features the state reptile — the ornate box turtle.
Air Dates: Aug. 18-25
Length: 3:00
Episode 284
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It bothers me to no end that people have such cavalier excuses regarding why they don’t want to wear life jackets on the water in a boat. For instance, this year, with higher water conditions,...
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Nebraskaland regional editor Justin Haag pays tribute to Carter P. Johnson Lake at Fort Robinson State Park. By Justin Haag I always look forward to June, but this one is a little bittersweet...
I see and hear a lot of comments about measuring fish. Just want to say this is the most correct way: Now, you can measure your fish any way you want. Make up any story you want. We all do! ...
It’s hot. It’s humid. Whew! Yeah, it’s summer alright. Hey, has your fishing success slowed with the conditions? I though so. Well, one fish leads the way with lots of action for anglers in the...
Been hearing this commercial on the radio. Brings a smile to my face every time: Hope you get to find some happiness this weekend! The post Happiness appeared first on Nebraskaland Magazine.
Snakes include remarkably fast species that can outpace many predators and prey. By Monica Macoubrie, Wildlife Education Specialist When we think of fast animals, cheetahs sprinting across the...
Wherever anglers gather, whenever one catches more fish than others, everyone wants to know what bait? The next question is what color? The color question should be the last thing considered. ...
