Want to show the beautiful beaches of Lake McConaughy and Lake Ogallala some love? Volunteer to help keep them litter free through the new Adopt-a-Beach program. This volunteer program was created by Lake McConaughy state recreation area staff, in part, as a response to public concerns regarding…
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Due to its incredible species diversity and location on cental flyways, Lake Mac is known as a birdwatching hotspot. Bald eagles are among the lake area's most notable winter stars, but there are many other winter visitors and permanent residents. Winter visitant species include purple finch…
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Check the calendar on the home page for eagle viewing days and times at the heated eagle viewing facility at Lake Ogallala. The facility is provided courtesy of The Central Nebraska Public Power and Irrigation District . In the winter months, bald eagles gather to fish below Kingsley Dam on Lake…
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Join the park naturalist out at the lake for an afternoon of deer facts, hot cocoa, and crafting December 10 from 1:00 to 3:00 pm at the Lake McConaughy Visitors Center. Learn a little more about about deer while we make reindeer holiday cards. Hot cocoa and snacks will be provided. No fee to…
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Come tour the newly restored Little Church at Keystone. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the Little Church has been restored and renovated for another century in its role as an important monument to religious cooperation on the Great Plains. Read more about the Little Church here…
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Due to its location on central flyways and habitat diversity, Lake McConaughy is recognized as one of the best places in the U.S. to birdwatch. Watch for some of the 363 identified species during the Wednesday morning bird hikes with park naturalist Alison Bleich. Dates: Wednesdays – October 12, 19…
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The Ogallala Farmers Market is held Saturday mornings from 8:00 a.m. to noon through early October at Rendezvous Square. Vendors will have locally raised fruits & veggies, baked goods, preserves, 100% pure Nebraska honey and more…
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An authentic Victorian style home, the Mansion on the Hill was Ogallala’s finest residence when it was completed in 1887. Today, it is listed in the National Register of Historic Places, and is a favorite with visitors to Ogallala. Visitors may also tour the authentic one room school house on the…
Read MoreReported Lost June 18-19 Lost Dog at Lemoyne Beach area. Black and white Part Maltese, Shitzu and Yorkie. His name is Brewski. Please call 281-932-6277.…
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The Front Street Crystal Palace Revue Did you toss back a sarsaparilla and take your oath as an honorary Ogallala deputy as a kid? Now your kids can get sworn in, too. (They’ll still have to promise to change their underwear at least once a week!) Using music and a little humor, the show tells a…
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