General Info
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CITIES
Cities In County
Not including unincorporated communities
Cities and Towns
Avon
Carrabassett Valley
Carthage
Chesterville
Coplin Plantation
Dallas Plantation
Eustis
Farmington
Industry
Jay
Kingfield
New Sharon
New Vineyard
Phillips
Rangeley
Rangeley Plantation
Sandy River Plantation
Strong
Temple
Weld
Wilton
RESIDENTIAL SERVICES
County Residential Services
A little bit of contact information for all purpose residential needs.
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HUNTING
Hunting Seasons
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With a broad diversity of species and seasons, all hunters in Nebraska can have a busy year. Following is a comprehensive list of season dates and applications periods by species. Season dates are tentative, pending Commission approval.
Big game seasons
Deer
Season dates
Archery: Sept. 1, 2017 – Dec. 31, 2017
November firearm: Nov. 11, 2017 – Nov. 19, 2017
Muzzleloader: Dec. 1, 2017 – Dec. 31, 2017
Late firearm (antlerless only): Jan. 1, 2018 – Jan. 15, 2018
Permit application dates
Residents and nonresidents (draw units): June 12, 2017 – June 23, 2017
Permit sale dates
Residents and nonresidents (all units): July 10, 2017 – close of season
Big Game Check-In (Telecheck)
The Nebraska Telecheck Program allows hunters to check deer or antelope by telephone or online, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Antelope
Season dates
Archery: Aug. 20, 2017 – Dec. 31, 2017
Muzzleloader: Sept. 16, 2017 – Oct. 1, 2017
Firearm: Oct. 14, 2017 – Oct. 29, 2017
November late doe/fawn: Nov. 1, 2017 – Jan. 31, 2018
Permit application dates
Residents and landowners: June 12, 2017 – June 23, 2017
Residents, nonresidents and landowners: July 10, 2017 – close of season
Big Game Check-In (Telecheck)
The Nebraska Telecheck Program allows hunters to check deer or antelope by telephone or online, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Elk
Season dates
Archery bull: Sept. 15, 2017 – Oct. 29, 2017
Firearm bull: Sept. 30, 2017 – Oct. 29, 2017
Cow, private land: Aug. 15, 2017 – Oct. 29, 2017; Dec. 1, 2017 – Dec. 31, 2017
Cow, public land: Sept. 30, 2017 – Oct. 29, 2017; Dec. 1, 2017 – Dec. 31, 2017
Permit application dates
Landowners: May 15, 2017 – June 2, 2017
Residents: June 12, 2017 – June 23, 2017
Landowners and residents: July 10, 2017 – close of season
Bighorn sheep
Bighorn sheep lottery
This once-in-a-lifetime hunt includes up to four days of guide service from Nebraska Game and Parks staff and up to four nights of meal and lodging at Fort Robinson State Park. Proceeds from the lottery provide support for the management of this historic species in five areas of Nebraska’s panhandle region.
Season dates
Bighorn sheep: Nov. 28, 2017 – Dec. 22, 2017
Permit application dates
Resident bighorn sheep lottery: April 17, 2017 – Aug. 4, 2017
Turkey
Season dates
Spring youth archery: March 25, 2017 – May 31, 2017
Spring archery: March 25, 2017 – May 31, 2017
Spring youth shotgun: April 8, 2017 – May 31, 2017
Spring shotgun: April 15, 2017 – May 31, 2017
Fall youth archery and shotgun: Sept. 15, 2017 – Jan. 31, 2018
Fall archery and shotgun: Sept. 15, 2017 – Jan. 31, 2018
Permit sale dates
Spring season: Jan. 9, 2017 – May 31, 2017
Fall season: Aug. 14, 2017 – Jan. 31, 2018
Mountain lion
Season dates
Mountain lion: No season has been authorized for 2017.
Multispecies lottery permits
Nebraska offers two big game multi species lotteries for resident and nonresident hunters. One permit in each lottery is awarded annually. The application period for the lotteries generally starts in January and ends in early July.
Permit sale dates
Super tag and combo applications: Jan. 2, 2017 – July 7, 2017
Upland game seasons
Squirrel
Aug. 1, 2016 – Jan. 31, 2017
Cottontail and jackrabbit
Sept. 1, 2016 – Feb. 28, 2017
Snipe
Sept. 1, 2016 – Dec. 16, 2016
Virginia and sora rail
Sept. 1, 2016 – Nov. 9, 2016
Woodcock
Sept. 24, 2016 – Nov. 7, 2016
Crow
Oct. 1, 2016 – Nov. 15, 2016; Jan. 20, 2017 – April 6, 2017
Dove (mourning, white-winged)
Sept. 1, 2016 – Oct. 30, 2016
Eurasian collared-dove
Oct. 31, 2015 – Aug. 31, 2016;
Sept. 1, 2016 – Oct. 30, 2016; Oct. 31, 2016 – Aug. 31, 2017 (year round)
Grouse
Sept. 1, 2016 – Jan. 31, 2017
Pheasant, quail, and partridge
Oct. 29, 2016 – Jan. 31, 2017
Youth pheasant, quail and partridge
Oct. 22, 2016 – Oct. 23, 2016
Waterfowl seasons
Dark goose
East unit: Oct. 31, 2016 – Feb. 12, 2017
North central unit: Oct. 8, 2016 – Jan. 20, 2017
Platte River unit: Oct. 31, 2016 – Feb. 12, 2017
Panhandle unit: Oct. 31, 2016 – Feb. 12, 2017
Niobrara unit: Oct. 31, 2016 – Feb. 12, 2017
Light goose
Statewide: Oct. 8, 2016 – Jan. 1, 2017; Jan. 25, 2017 – Feb. 12, 2017
Light goose conservation order*
East zone: Feb. 13, 2017 – April 15, 2017
Rainwater basin zone: Feb. 13, 2017 – April 5, 2017
West zone: Feb. 13, 2017 – April 5, 2017
White-fronted goose
Statewide: Oct. 8, 2016 – Dec. 11, 2016; Feb. 4, 2017 – Feb. 12, 2017
Early teal
Low plains: Sept. 3, 2016 – Sept. 18, 2016
High plains: Sept. 3, 2016 – Sept. 11, 2016
Duck and coot
Zone 1: Oct. 15, 2016 – Dec. 27, 2016
Zone 2:
____Low plains: Oct. 8, 2016 – Dec. 20, 2016
____High plains: Oct. 8, 2016 – Dec. 20, 2016, Jan. 9, 2017 – Jan. 29, 2017
Zone 3:
____Low plains: Oct. 27, 2016 – Jan. 8, 2017
____High plains: Oct. 27, 2016 – Jan. 8, 2017; Jan. 9, 2017 – Jan. 29, 2017
Zone 4: Oct. 8, 2016 – Dec. 20, 2016
Youth
Zone 1: Oct. 8, 2016 – Oct 9, 2016
Zone 2: Oct. 1, 2016 – Oct 2, 2016
Zone 3: Oct. 22, 2016 – Oct. 23, 2016
Zone 4: Oct. 1, 2016 – Oct 2, 2016
Furbearer seasons
Muskrat, beaver
Trap only: Nov. 1, 2016 – March 31, 2017
Badger
Hunt and trap: Nov. 1, 2016 – Feb. 28, 2017
Mink
Hunt and trap: Nov. 1, 2016 – Feb. 28, 2017
Bobcat
Hunt and trap: Dec. 1, 2016 – Feb. 28, 2017
Running, no harvest: March 1, 2016 – Nov. 30, 2016
Raccoon
Hunt only: Sept. 1, 2016 – Oct. 31, 2017
Hunt and trap: Nov. 1, 2016 – Feb. 28, 2017
Running, no harvest: March 1, 2017 – Aug. 31, 2017
Virginia opossum
Hunt only: Sept. 1, 2016 – Oct. 31, 2016
Hunt and trap: Nov. 1, 2015 – Feb. 29, 2016
Running, no harvest: March 1, 2017 – Aug. 31, 2016
Striped skunk
Hunt and trap: year-round
Long-tailed weasel
Hunt and trap: Nov. 1, 2016 – Feb. 28, 2017
Red fox
Hunt and trap: Nov. 1, 2016 – Feb. 28, 2017
Running, no harvest: March 1, 2017 – Oct. 31, 2017
FISHING
Fishing Events
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Nebraska Game and Parks hosts a variety of programs aimed at recruiting new participants to the sport of fishing. Among other events, these include youth fishing tournaments and Family Fishing events, in which rods, reels and expert instruction are all available to young and new anglers at no cost. Following are programs aimed to attract more anglers to the sport of fishing.
ICE FISHING CLINICS
The Nebraska Game and Parks Commission hosts two ice fishing clinics each January to teach novice ice anglers important safety precautions and basic skills. Two such clinics are planned for 2017:
Jan. 14, 2017 at Lake Wanahoo State Recreation Area near Wahoo (west boat ramp) from 1 to 4 p.m.
Jan. 21, 2017 at Yanney Lake in Kearney from 1 to 4 p.m. Prior to the clinic, the Nebraska Fish and Game Association will host a classroom clinic at Yanney Heritage Park’s Environmental Resource Center in Kearney from 8 a.m. to noon. This clinic will feature presentations by some of Nebraska’s top ice fishermen.
FAMILY FISHING NIGHTS
Family Fishing is a Nebraska Game and Parks program designed to help you make a family fishing adventure possible and rewarding. Family Fishing Events are held to assist you and your families in learning how to fish with the assistance of NGPC staff and Certified Fishing Instructors. Family Fishing Nights occur across the state at Family Friendly Lakes, where you will find loaner fishing equipment, bait and staff to assist you.
CARP-O-RAMA
Carp-O-Rama is a one-day version of fish camp, featuring information on how to catch, clean and cook carp. If you are a novice or expert angler, we have advice on fishing equipment and techniques, as well as demonstrations on fish preparation. The lake is pre-baited to attract fish and improve carp-catching opportunities. This Family Fishing event features activities and information suited for a family adventure. Loaner fishing equipment, bait and advice from experts will be provided.
FISHING TOURNAMENTS
Nebraska hosts a number of fishing tournaments for a variety of fish species every year. Here you’ll find information on high school fishing tournaments and all other tournaments taking place across the state.
