Bill Nye—scientist, engineer, comedian, author and inventor—is a man with a mission: to help foster a scientifically literate society and to help people everywhere understand and appreciate the science that makes our world work. Best known as Bill Nye the Science Guy, Bill’s wit and enthusiasm garnered 18 Emmy awards. Bill is also an author […]
Using a series of short videos, learn how everyone in your family - no matter their ages - can explore nature together and become part of the City Nature Challenge. This program was planned in collaboration with City of Omaha Parks and Recreation.
Open to all ages, we want you to create (draw, paint, glue, sculpt) artwork that reflects ocean life and be entered to win an NE SciFest swag package. Three winners will receive a swag bag of NE SciFest goodies. Send a clear photo of your creation to nescifest@gmail.com by April 30 to be entered to win […]
Nebraska Cures is inviting teens to participate in their second annual teen public service announcement (PSA) competition designed to promote science and engage in science advocacy. The competition theme is the “Climate & Health Challenge.” The competition challenges teens to create and share PSAs on social media that educate about the impact of climate change […]
Join us for this free exhibit opening highlighting the research about the "human ecology of Nebraska's tallgrass prairie" conducted by history majors at Doane University. Special items from Doane University's Perkins Library and Archives will be on display, including the botanical watercolors of Mary Doane, the sister of Doane's founder, Thomas Doane. Materials related to […]
You are invited to join the Nebraska Coalition for Lifesaving Cures for a panel discussion on the impact of climate and extreme weather events on our physical and mental health. Panelists include: Dr. Jesse Bell - Director, Claire M. Hubbard Professor of Water, Climate, & Health Program, UNMC Dr. Alison Freifeld - Dept. of Internal Medicine, […]
The popular third Tuesday bird outing has returned for a new year. Join a knowledgeable bird guide on an outing around the accessible trails. Meet fellow birders and learn the birds of the prairie. Free admission. We ask for on-line registration so we know who and how many are coming and so we can email […]
Join us as we dive into the world of fungi, the organism so important it helps our world go round. We’ll hear from experts on what fun fungi can be found in Nebraska, and surprising reasons we should add fungi on our daily gratitude list. This is a FREE event, but does require registration: Register Here […]
Schramm Park is launching a new nature exploration program geared towards homeschool families. Each month, join an outdoor educator for a guided hike on the Schramm Park hiking trails. As we explore, we’ll ask questions, draw, observe, and make discoveries in nature. You’ll have the opportunity to observe local phenomena, plants, and animals while exploring […]
Earth Day Omaha, currently in its 33rd year, is an annual event providing a showcase for the many charitable, scientific, and educational efforts advocating for sustainable environmental practices and lifestyles. Visit over 100 exhibitors and vendors to find out how area nonprofits, businesses, governmental organizations, community groups and schools are promoting sustainable practices, environmental protection, […]
Join Dusty Trails for their viewing blind, located on the beautiful North Platte River. It is the perfect place from which to witness the Sandhill Cranes as they roost in the shallow waters of the river in the early morning hours, awaiting the arrival of the sun. Pick up location is the North Platte Visitor […]
Located in a pine-covered valley one mile east and one mile north of Valentine, the Valentine Fish Hatchery is one of five hatcheries in Nebraska. Spread over 700 acres, the hatchery handles millions of fish eggs annually (60 million walleye eggs, for example). Last year, lakes in Cherry County alone were stocked with some 675,000 fish. Visitors […]
