Platte River State Park is one of the closest state parks to the Omaha and Lincoln metro areas. There is an abundance of fun things to do with kids, especially during the summer. Yet, I think it gets overlooked for flashier parks nearby. That’s fine, though, since it means the park tends to be less…
Don’t pass through southwestern Nebraska without stopping once or twice. When I drive from Omaha to Colorado, we’ve made some memorable stops in towns like Paxton and cities like North Platte. But there are so many more places waiting to be discovered. Here are some of my recommended things to do when exploring southwest Nebraska….
As a born and raised Nebraska girl, I’ve spent a lot of time exploring the state (and I’m not done). It’s beautiful! The thing that surprises me, though, is how little the rest of the world knows about Nebraska. So, here’s a look at all the great things to do in Nebraska and why you…
Communities across Nebraska usually celebrate the Fourth of July with parades, concerts, and, of course, fireworks. Some cities begin patriotic festivities up to a week before July 4. It’s one of my favorite times of year to spend time with friends and family! If you have an event you’d like to see added to this…
I plan road trips with two things in mind: Local attractions and local food. This spring, my road trip to Pocahontas County, Iowa, focused on seeking out the area’s life-sized kaleidoscopes. But we had to eat, right? We found wonderful, locally-owned restaurants throughout the county to keep us fed and satisfied on our kaleidoscope hunt….
The Panhandle of Nebraska is really just a fun way of describing the northwestern portion of Nebraska. In this region, you’ll find a bit more rugged terrain that you wouldn’t typically associate with the state. Vast stretches of land seemingly haven’t been touched for eons, and there’s a good chance you’ll find ruts from wagon…
