Nebraska Science Festival

Sunday, Apr 6, 2025 at 4:00pm

Niobrara State Park
89261 522 Ave

NE SciFest Social Media Trivia
Science is all around us so let's have some virtual fun! Running every day through the festival we're bringing back our NE SciFest Social Media Science Trivia.

NE SciFest Scavenger Hunt
Let's go outside and hunt for science!
Download the scavenger hunt (below) and go out and search for science. Ten quests await you – no matter where you live in Nebraska.

Schedule of Events

4:00 pm - 11am: Sharp-tailed grouse viewing at Niobrara State Park - Niobrara State Park 89261 522 Ave, Niobrara, NE
Experience the natural wonder of the sharp-tailed grouse mating dance from a grouse viewing blind at Niobrara State Park! This sunrise ritual is an ancient and glorious display from one of Nebraska’s most famous grassland birds.

Reservations
Reserve the viewing blind (free of charge) any time between March 7 and April 20. The large blind holds up to 8 guests. A small popup blind that can hold up to two people will also be available to reserve for photographers with larger equipment. Both blinds are first come, first serve by reservation only. Book your spots by calling the park office at 402-857-3373.


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