Nebraska Game

6 days ago | kgfw.com | Nebraska Game |Brian Neben

NEBRASKA — Nebraska catfish anglers are getting a bonus. Larger channel catfish will be stocked in select waters in July. Nebraska Game and Parks Commission fish hatcheries will stock channel cats of approximately 15 inches in length to provide anglers with an additional opportunity to catch these larger fish. Typically, they are stocked at around 10 inches.

1 month ago | kqky.com | Nebraska Game |Brian Neben

NEBRASKA — The Nebraska Game and Parks Commission has lifted its temporary ban on campfires at central and western state park and wildlife management areas. Campfires already were permitted at locations in eastern Nebraska. Some Nebraska parks and counties may have local, individual burn bans in place. Guests should call the park they are visiting prior to arrival to confirm local ban status. Find contact information for each park at OutdoorNebraska.gov.

1 month ago | kqky.com | Nebraska Game |Brian Neben

NEBRASKA — Boat season is heating up, and National Safe Boating Week, set for May 17-23, is a great time to remind boaters: Safety isn’t optional. By following these safety tips, Nebraskans can help reduce the risk of incidents and help ensure safe and enjoyable days on the water, all summer long. Wear a life jacketNo matter what activity you have planned on the water, wear a life jacket every time you are on the water. Accidents can happen much too fast to reach and put on a stowed life jacket.

Mar 5, 2025 | kqky.com | Nebraska Game |Brian Neben

NEBRASKA — Join the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission in a virtual discussion on fisheries management during meetings March 24-26. These six public informational sessions – one for each of the five Game and Parks Fisheries district plus a statewide, aquatic habitat plan focused session – will provide updates for the respective areas. The informal, interactive gatherings will provide a chance for questions, dialogue and feedback.

Jan 18, 2025 | panhandle.newschannelnebraska.com | Nebraska Game

Deer season in Nebraska officially closed Jan. 15 when the late antlerless seasons ended. The river antlerless season was shortened due to reduced deer numbers across much of the state. That season now aligns with the rest of the antlerless seasons, and all of them closed Jan. 15. Final deer harvest results will be available late next month at OutdoorNebraska.gov; search “wildlife surveys”.