Nebraska Poem

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NEBRASKA POEM Smack in the middle of our great nation Is a state that requires some explanation. To east and west coasters who’ll come right out and ask ya’, “Is there anything of interest in the State of Nebraska?” It’s …

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Bike Trails in Nebraska

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When the weather is nice, take advantage of the outdoors in Nebraska on two wheels! We’ve posted this article with links for places to go biking in the great state. This includes Trail Riding, and Mountain Biking. Omaha and Lincoln both …

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Did you know . . .

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These famous people were born in Nebraska. Grace Abbott (1878 – 1939) Social reformer that helped to write the Social Security Act. Born in Grand Island, NE (340) Grover Cleveland Alexander (1887 – 1950) One of the greatest pitchers in …

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Nebraska National Forest – Halsey

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The Nebraska National Forest is a United States National Forest located in the U.S. state of Nebraska. The total area of the national forest is 141,864 acres (574 km2). The national forest comprises two ranger districts. The 90,000-acre (364 km2) …

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Bald Eagles in Nebraska

Even in the cold, February and March is a great time to get out and see Bald Eagles wintering in Nebraska. Several locations along the Missouri River are reporting eagles including locations near Gavin’s Point Dam by Yankton. We have …

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Byways & Highways

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Nebraska’s Nine Scenic Byways and Highways   Sandhills Journey Scenic Byway. One of the 10 most scenic routes in the country, Sandhills Journey Scenic Byway offers a rugged, visual beauty that is captivating and soulful as the dramatic Sandhills give …

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SnoBiz summer job

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What do you do during the summer when you need to raise money for College? You open a Shaved Ice stand! Take a beautiful Drive along the Republican River to Arapahoe and cruise into downtown. On the east side of …

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Crane Trust Nature & Visitor Center

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Situated right in the middle of Nebraska, along the Platte River and I80 sits the Crane Trust Nature & Visitor Center. The existence of the center is to maintain and protect the physical, hydrological, and biological integrity of the Big …

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