Spend some time this summer in Nebraska’s state parks. During June, a variety of events are planned for those for all ages and interests. Don’t forget to purchase a vehicle park entry permit to enter the state parks. Get one at OutdoorNebraska.gov or at state park entrances.
Walter Scott Jr. Lodge opening at Platte River SP — The Walter Scott Jr. Lodge at Platte River State Park near Louisville is open for the season and serving meals. A Sunday Buffet is being served from 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday Steak Night will be from 4-8 p.m. Friday Pizza Night will be from 4-8 p.m. and started June 7. Call the park for more information at 402-234-2217.
June 15 is National Marina Days at Lewis and Clark SRA — Enjoy National Marina Days, a summerlong celebration, on June 15 at Lewis and Clark State Recreation Area near Crofton.
The daylong schedule starts with yoga at 9 a.m. From 1-4 p.m. there will be fish-cleaning demonstrations, a fishing clinic, boat tours, touch tanks,
ranger station, water safety, bounce house, lure making, bass catching, and a scavenger hunt. Hayrack rides will be given from 6-8 p.m.
For more information, call the park at 402-388-4169, or see the calendar event listing at Calendar.OutdoorNebraska. gov.
Enjoy stargazing at Eugene T. Mahoney State Park — Come to Eugene T. Mahoney State Park near Ashland on June 15 and enjoy some summer stargazing.
Telescopes will be provided so visitors may get a glimpse at the night sky beginning at dusk. Meet behind the park’s golf shack for this free event. Remember to bring camp chairs or blankets.
Bob Tichota Fire Prevention Fun Day is June 15 — Fremont Lakes State Recreation Area will host the Bob Tichota Fire Prevention Fun Day on June 15.
From 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the group lodge on Lake No. 16, visit with local rural fire departments, law enforce ment, Omaha Public Power District, and other safety entities to learn about fire safety awareness and firefighter and law enforcement job duties.
For the kids, there will be fire truck rides, free food, face painting, seat belt simulator, and much more.
Tichota was a volunteer firefighter and fire prevention advocate. He also was a campground host at Fremont Lakes for more than 25 years.
