Space tourism, stargazing, and the search for dark skies are all reasons for people to travel. Now, they’re reasons for people to travel to Nebraska. The state even has it own Dark Skies designation: Merritt Reservoir State Recreation Area. Read on for information about the three sites that are nominated for Dark Sky Places, as…
Good ol’ Nebraska. It’s my home state, I’m pretty protective of it. Fly over it if you must, but you’re missing out. There’s a lot to do Nebraska. I’ve gathered all the things I still need to explore in the state to create this ultimate Nebraska Bucket List. UPDATED: This post was first published in…
Winters in Nebraska are notoriously cold and windy, and only occasionally snowy. But, with people being encouraged to spend more time outdoors, I’m starting to ponder what we can do outdoors in this state to make this winter enjoyable. Through my planning for my own family, I came up with a great list of outdoor…
Every fall, my family joins thousands of others making the short trip to Nebraska City. In the past, this was a day trip for us, but this year, we planned a longer stay to see and do more things. Keep reading to find my list of favorite things to do in Nebraska City, especially in…
Picture yourself in a place with wide open spaces, fresh air, and perhaps, adorable animals. That, my friends, is what I’ve been seeking lately: Outdoor farm experiences near Omaha. There’s a term for it. Agritourism. If you’re interested in some farm experiences (and maybe a little food or drink), read on! UPDATED: This post was…
Fall in the Midwest means one thing – time to pack up the family and head off to the nearest pumpkin patch. The Omaha area is lucky to have several outstanding pumpkin patches where you can spend an entire day. Here’s a look at a few of the best farms and pumpkin patches in Nebraska…
