Fishing Flanagan – A Lake in the City
Flanagan Lake in Omaha offers anglers action-packed fishing in the spring. Story and photos by Jenny Nguyen-Wheatley “You call this a lake?” said my friend Hank Shaw as we unloaded out of the...
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Nebraska Sandhills
I love Nebraska’s sandhills. The original Bauer homestead was on the western edge of those beautiful hills. As a child, my first residence was just a couple of miles from there. Although I have...
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That Other Edible, Tasty Spring Mushroom: The Dryad’s Saddle
Topside photo of a dryad’s saddle, a.k.a. pheasant’s back or hawks wing, in Nebraska. Photo by Greg Wagner/Nebraska Game and Parks Commission. Along with finding and picking morel mushrooms, there...
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Nebraska Nature in Color – Blue Hair and Bumble Bees
Community science specialist Alie Mayes talks about the challenges in sharing her love of nature with her nephew. By Alie Mayes, Community Science Specialist As I was scrolling through the photos...
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Turkey Time
It is that time of year again. Spring! The fish are biting, the ‘shrooms are popping, turkeys gobblin’. I hate that I have to do anything this time of year other than spend time on the water or...
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Breaking Down Birding Barriers
Meet a Nebraska woman working for more inclusive and accessible birding in the state. By Renae Blum In conversation, Cassandra Dean smiles easily and laughs often. But her eyes well up with tears...
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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. We’re on the cusp of it along river bottoms in eastern Nebraska. A few morels have been found. The Nebraska Morels Facebook Page indicates...
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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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