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Niobrara Council

365 North Main Street - Suite 1

P.O. Box 206

Valentine, Nebraska 69201

(402) 376-2793 

info@niobraracouncil.org
 
2019 Summer Day Camp

Nature Adventures and Survival

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It’s that time of year again, time to register for camp!  

To register, you have the following options: 

 1)    Request a copy of the registration form at your school office then return to Niobrara Council Office

2)    Go online to www.niobraracouncil.org to download forms

3)    Stop in to the Niobrara Council office, 365 N. Main St.  Valentine, NE

4)    E-Mail a request for the forms at murphy@niobraracouncil.org

5)    We must receive your SIGNED waiver forms and $10 “good faith” deposit to hold a spot

6)    Out-of-town families, may reserve a spot by calling or e-mailing starting May 1 at 9:00am, but we must receive your SIGNED waiver forms and $10 “good faith” deposit within 3 days to hold a spot

 Registration is on a first-come, first-served basis, and is FREE!  So don’t delay!

Registration opens at 9:00am on April 19 and closes on May 10 at 5:00pm.

Registrations must be in our office by 5:00pm May 10

Questions?  Contact Wendy Murphy (402) 376-2793 murphy@niobraracouncil.org


May is International Migratory Bird Month

Celebrate in Nebraska

May Bird Programs

May 16th 6:00 p.m. at Niobrara Lodge, Valentine

Wine & Wings (wine-tasting & outdoor photography)

Meet at the Niobrara Lodge Conference Room

We will take a ride to hike the Ecology Trail that will take us along a variety of habitats. Afete the hike, we will venture back to the Niobrara Lodge to sample Niobrara Valley Vineyard Wines while we learn more about birds and outdoor photgraphy

ALL ages and birding abilities, beginners to experts, are welcome.  Hike will be tailored to the interests and abilities of participants.

What to wear: sturdy shoes, hat, and sunscreen.

What to bring: Water. Field guides and binoculars will be provided, but bring your own if you have them. If you have a camera that you want to learn more about taking bird/outdoor photos, please bring it!

These programs are sponsored by Niobrara Council, Nebraska State Parks, Northern Prairies Land Trust – Nebraska Game & Parks Commission, and  Niobrara Valley Vineyard.  

For more information, contact the Niobrara Council at 402-376-2793, or murphy@niobraracouncil.org

May 18th 9:00 a.m. at Smith Falls State Park

Birding Hike

Meet at the Visitor’s Center.  It is FREE Park Day, so no passes required! We will be walking part or all of a nature trail that will take us along the Niobrara River through ponderosa pine forest, northern boreal forest, eastern deciduous forest, and mixed-grass prairie habitats.

ALL ages and birding abilities, beginners to experts, are welcome.  Hike will be tailored to the interests and abilities of participants.

What to wear: sturdy shoes, hat, and sunscreen.

What to bring: water and snacks. Field guides and binoculars will be provided, but bring your own if you have them.

These programs are sponsored by the Niobrara Council, Nebraska State Parks, and the Northern Prairies Land Trust – Nebraska Game & Parks Commission.  

For more information, contact the Niobrara Council at 402-376-2793, or murphy@niobraracouncil.org

May 18th 12:00 p.m. at Keller State Recreation Area

Pajaros y Pescas ... Birds and Fish (Spanish & English Program)

Meet at the large picnic pavillion.  It is FREE Park Day, so no passes required! We will serve a light lunch from 12:30p.m. - 1:00p.m. then visit stations to learn about fishing, birding, and NE Wildlife.  

ALL ages and abilities, beginners to experts, are welcome.  

What to wear: sturdy shoes, hat, and sunscreen.

What to bring: water and snacks. Fishing Gear, Field guides and Binoculars will be provided, but bring your own if you have them.

These programs are sponsored by the Niobrara Council, Nebraska State Parks, and the Northern Prairies Land Trust – Nebraska Game & Parks Commission.  

For more information, contact the Niobrara Council at 402-376-2793, or murphy@niobraracouncil.org

Outdoor Family Fun Day

May 18 12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Smith Falls State Park

•Take a short canoe ride • Give archery a try • Practice casting a rod and reel • Discover bird watching • Make your own fossil impression • Cook lunch and s’mores over a campfire! 

It's FREE Park Day so come join all the fun with your friends and family; all activities are provided free of charge. 


Smith Falls State Park is located 19 miles east of Valentine, Nebraska via Highway 12.  For more information, call 401-376-1901 or visit www.nps.gov/niob. 


Sponsored by Niobrara National Scenic River - NPS, Niobrara Council, Nebraska Game & Parks Commission, Northern Prairies Land Trust, and Nebraska Master Naturalists.
Valentine 2-3 Grade Summer Day Camp 2018
Down River K-1 Grade Summer Camp 2018
 


          Spring River Cleanup 
                 May 18, 2019
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Want to do some birding?
 
 
Click here to learn more about a free NEW resource available through the Niobrara Council Office! 
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THE MISSION OF THE NIOBRARA COUNCIL is to assist in all aspects of the management of the Niobrara National Scenic River corridor since a portion of the Niobrara River has been designated as a national scenic river under 16 U.S.C. 1274(a)(117), as such section existed on May 24, 1991. 

The Niobrara Council's enabling legislation gives them express authority and responsibility to manage the Niobrara National Scenic River in conjunction with the National Park Service. 

All activity within the Niobrara National Scenic River corridor shall be consistent with the purpose of the scenic river designation, including the scenic river's free-flowing condition and scenic, geological, biological, agricultural, historic and prehistoric resources.
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