Outdoor Adventures Galore: Grants, Quail, Prizes & More

Game and Parks accepting grant applications for projects promoting outdoor recreation
The Nebraska Game and Parks Commission is accepting grant applications to promote outdoor recreation facilities and amenities for political subdivision parks and outdoor recreation areas through the Land and Water Conservation Fund. Get the details HERE.

Study shows targeted CRP practices can boost bobwhite quail populations
New research indicates that the nation’s largest private lands conservation program, the USDA Conservation Reserve Program, or CRP, can magnify its impacts on bobwhite quail, grassland birds and other wildlife if it is applied to the landscape at scale and in locations already targeted by complementary management activities. Learn more HERE.

Arkansas landowners encouraged to enroll rice fields in new habitat/public access program
The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission is encouraging Arkansas rice producers to take advantage of a habitat incentive program that enables them to earn extra money while maintaining rice production on their fields that are within 10 miles of a WMA that has a waterfowl management focus. Find out more HERE.

Deadly virus infecting rabbits in the U.S.
The Rabbit Hemorrhagic Disease virus type 2 is spreading across the southwestern United States and killing wild rabbits on this continent for the first time, wildlife officials say. Experts say it cannot infect humans but could impact the entire wildlife food chain in some areas. Read the story HERE.

Michigan man charged with 125 wildlife violations
A 56-year-old Pickford man was arraigned in Chippewa County’s 91st District Court on 125 wildlife misdemeanor charges, following a months-long investigation by the Michigan Department of Natural Resources Law Enforcement Division. See the punishment he faces HERE.

Former Nebraska hunting guide sentenced for federal wildlife violations
A former Nebraska hunting guide faces years of probation and more than $80,000 in penalties as part of an ongoing crackdown on an illegal hunting operation. Read more HERE.

Nebraska announces second “Take ‘Em Fishing” contest
When you introduce – or reintroduce – someone new to fishing, snap a photo and fill out the form. You’ll be registered to win great prizes, including a kayak, $500 SCHEELS gift cards, weekend stay at a Nebraska state park and more. Register to participate HERE.

Think you might like to go kayaking in the ocean?
This video clip might make you change your thoughts. See it HERE.

Kid hiking in the mountains is very fortunate
Video has emerged of a 12-year-old boy hiking in Italy’s mountains when he encountered a European brown bear (cousin of North America’s grizzly). The lad is lucky the bear seemed more curious than hungry, but it was a close call. See it HERE.