Scout’s Rest Ranch Landmark Celebration

September 15, 2021 julie geiser

NORTH PLATTE, Neb – This Saturday, Sept. 18, is the Scout’s Rest Ranch Landmark Celebration at Buffalo Bill State Historical Park celebrating 100-years of Nebraska State Parks.

The free festivities start at 9 a.m. with a historical scavenger hunt. Tours of the Cody mansion begin at 10 a.m. followed by old fashioned games at 11:30. At noon enjoy hayrack rides and a buffalo chip throwing contest.

A plaque unveiling by the National Park Service and Nebraska State Parks will be at 2 p.m. honoring the designation of Scout’s Rest Ranch and Buffalo Bill State Historical Park as a National Historic Landmark in January of 2021.

For more information visit YourNebraskaParks100.org. A park entry permit is required for vehicles entering the park. Permits may be purchased at the ranch or at OutdoorNebraska.org.

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