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Aug 5, 2024 | magazine.outdoornebraska.gov | Parks began

A classic case of misrepresentation keeps occurring. Folks, especially those new to the Cornhusker State, continue to express their disbelief to me that a crystal clear, cold, spring-fed trout fishing stream exists in northeast Nebraska. “No way,” they’ll say. “Impossible in farm country,” they’ll say. “You’re drinking, can’t be,” they’ll say. “I’ve driven through there and never seen it,” they’ll say.

Jul 8, 2024 | magazine.outdoornebraska.gov | Parks began

Home » delet » Summer Checklist for Hunters Summer is here. It’s hot. It’s humid. Tomatoes are ripening. Early ears of sweet corn are being harvested. Boating, swimming, tubing and fishing are being widely enjoyed now. But, wait a second. Hold on for a moment.

Jul 1, 2024 | magazine.outdoornebraska.gov | Parks began

Chug bug. Jitterbug. Hula popper. Creek chub knuckle-head. Zara spook. They all have very creative names and designs by the companies that manufacture them. They imitate every conceivable critter that could be on, around or just under the surface of the water in a wild environment from baitfish or bugs to mice or lizards to frogs, toads or even small flying mammals. They are the “go-to” fishing lures of summer. They are top water lures or surface lures, some call them surface or top water baits.

Jun 24, 2024 | magazine.outdoornebraska.gov | Parks began

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, faster currents and more debris in the water, why would you even think of not wearing a life jacket if you’re planning on boating (where there are not flood watches or warnings)? I just don’t understand it! What excuses are you going to give us?

Jun 17, 2024 | magazine.outdoornebraska.gov | Parks began

So, I have taken the time to compile the top eight reasons why I think you and your family should tackle bluegill for your summer fishing in Nebraska waters (right now, the walleye and largemouth bass fishing snobs are turning their noses up at this blog post.) Here we go …1. Available Everywhere! Just about. The bluegill, Lepomis macrochirus, is native to Nebraska and inhabits nearly all ponds, reservoirs, lakes, old river oxbows and meandering creeks.