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May 2021
Pesky Tree Pests
Join Conservation Nebraska in learning all about tree and shrub pests here in Nebraska. We will be learning from Nicole Stoner, a horticulture and entomology extension educator. By the end of the event, you will know more about insect identification, its harm, and prevention. Register for this free event in advance: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_CKjf3zm7RaCbDSmJvWhOFQ?fbclid=IwAR0RKkox_9z47PASVRZyWOsVvw94125WtteRz2srLsV0SOuoZ5iQZpOyK78 Nicole Stoner is the Gage County Horticulture Extension Educator. Nicole's focus areas include trees, shrubs, lawns, gardens, and insects. Nicole obtained her Master's Degree from the…
Find out more »Omaha General Election
The city of Omaha will be holding its general election on May 11. Make sure you’re registered to vote here: https://www.votercheck.necvr.ne.gov/voterview If you’re not registered to vote, you can register here: https://www.votedouglascounty.com/voter_registration.aspx If you’d like to vote by mail, you can request a mail-in ballot. The deadline to request a ballot is Friday, April 30 at 6 PM. If you voted by mail in the last election, you still need to re-request a ballot to vote by mail. You can find…
Find out more »Hazardous Waste – What Is It and What Can I Do About It?
Join us for practical information about environmental health issues that impact us all! This program will help you identify hazardous waste in your home and direct you to safe disposal options. Lincoln’s Hazardous Waste Center will show you how we take care of your waste after you leave it to ensure that we are good stewards of the environment. Register in advance for this webinar:https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_gyEbq08RQv2WiWdZokzjpA?fbclid=IwAR2UwGE_9fwMNcLdYYT7M_l0alMTi9_q42zG-fXGiWLvpaXZPM85xHa8BPU This event is brought to you in partnership with Conservation Nebraska, Aging…
Find out more »Heron Haven Photography Contest
Spring is here and Omaha is in full bloom! Now is the perfect time to visit nature and snap some stunning nature photos. And a great place to do this is Omaha's hidden gem, Heron Haven, a spring-fed wetland sanctuary! While you are watching the birds or on a mission to find your favorite flower, participate in our month-long photography contest. Join Conservation Nebraska, in partnership with Heron Haven and the Nebraska Environmental Trust, in a photography contest at Heron…
Find out more »Kayak Clean-Up
Join Conservation Nebraska and Keep Fremont Beautiful for a morning on the lake! We will be giving Fremont State Lake a clean-up! Gloves, trash bags, and trash pickers will be provided. Kayaks will not be provided, so bring yours out! Let us know you're coming by signing up in advance: https://secure.everyaction.com/FzK0dU_nB0C9gaf5r-ZHEA2
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