Board Meeting

North Platte Natural Resources District, 100547 Airport Rd, Scottsbluff, NE 69363, USA

World Migratory Bird Day

Today is World Migratory Bird Day!Fact 1. Migratory birds embark on perilous journeys and face many threats during their migration. The Sandhill Cranes have a stopover point on the North Platte River. We share the river with them.Fact 2. The North Platte NRD works hard......More

Today is World Migratory Bird Day!Fact 1. Migratory birds embark on perilous journeys and face many threats during their migration. The Sandhill Cranes have a stopover point on the North Platte River. We share the river with them.Fact 2. The North Platte NRD works hard to manage the North Platte River, which is an important water source for human use and migratory bird use! Click here http://www.npnrd.org/water-management/western-water-use-management-model.html to learn more about the NRD’s management plan.Activity 1. Take a walk in your neighborhood. How many different types of birds can you find?Activity 2. Draw a picture of your favorite migratory bird and tell your friends about it! http://www.worldmigratorybirdday.org/

Armed Forces Day

Nebraska Wildflower Week

https://plantnebraska.org/connect/events/wildflowers.html  https://plantnebraska.org/news-events/2017-wildflower-week-events-in-june.html ......More

https://plantnebraska.org/connect/events/wildflowers.html  https://plantnebraska.org/news-events/2017-wildflower-week-events-in-june.html http://www.ecosystemgardening.com/national-wildflower-week.html This week is National Wildflower Week! Fact 1. Wildflowers are more than just beautiful, they provide many benefits including: pollinator habitat, air and water purification, and medicine! Click here http://www.hcbcc.net/departments/parks_and_recreation/docs/wildflowers.pdf to learn more! Fact 2. The NRD offers a list of native trees and shrubs to suit your needs! Click here http://www.npnrd.org/programs/tree-planting/trees-and-shrubs-descriptions.html to find the perfect one for you! Activity 1. Take a walk around your neighborhood. How many different flowers can you find? Can you name them? Activity 2. Plant wildflowers today

Learn About Composting Day

Today is Learn about Composting Day!Fact 1. The NRD offers classroom presentations about composting and gets children involved! Call the NRD at (308) 632-2749 to schedule a presentation with us! Click here http://www.npnrd.org/education/educational-opportunities.html f......More

Today is Learn about Composting Day!Fact 1. The NRD offers classroom presentations about composting and gets children involved! Call the NRD at (308) 632-2749 to schedule a presentation with us! Click here http://www.npnrd.org/education/educational-opportunities.html for more information.Fact 2. Compost produces a better garden by improving soil structure and providing plant nutrients! Click here http://www.gardeners.com/how-to/all-about-composting/5061.html to learn all about composting and how to start your own compost!Activity 1. Create compost in a bottle! Don’t forget to add worms! Activity 2. Create your own compost bin! Click here http://www.cvswmd.org/uploads/6/1/2/6/6126179/do_the_rot_thing_cvswmd1.pdf for a composting guide!

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Get Outdoors Month

June is National Get Outdoors Month! Fact 1. National Get Outdoors Month connects families and children to nature and encourages an active and healthy lifestyle! Fact 2. Use our Interactive Recreation Map http://www.npnrd.org/programs/recreation.html today to find a ......More

June is National Get Outdoors Month! Fact 1. National Get Outdoors Month connects families and children to nature and encourages an active and healthy lifestyle! Fact 2. Use our Interactive Recreation Map http://www.npnrd.org/programs/recreation.html today to find a fun activity to do with your friends and family!Activity 1. Do your favorite hobby outdoors! Whether it’s paining, playing music, reading, biking, or running, most activities can be taken outside! Activity 2. Here are some fun activities to try with your child! http://www.takeachildoutside.org/activities/gettingstarted.htmlhttp://www.greatoutdoorsmonth.org/events

World Environment Day

Today is World Environment Day!Fact 1. This year’s theme is Connecting People to Nature! World Environment Day has been around since 1972, and has inspired people to replant forests, clean up beaches and neighborhoods, and protect wildlife habitat!Fact 2. Schedule an o......More

Today is World Environment Day!Fact 1. This year’s theme is Connecting People to Nature! World Environment Day has been around since 1972, and has inspired people to replant forests, clean up beaches and neighborhoods, and protect wildlife habitat!Fact 2. Schedule an outdoor classroom presentation with the NRD today and get your children involved with the outdoors! Call (308) 632- 2749Activity 1. Vow to pick up 10 or even 100 pieces of trash around your neighborhood! Get your friends involved too! Activity 2. Go outside and use all five senses to experience the natural world!

World Oceans Day

Today is World Oceans Day!Fact 1. Oceans make up two thirds of the earth’s surface. They generate the oxygen we breathe, they provide food and recreation, they are home to coral reefs and magnificent animals, and even regulate our climate! Click here http://www.worldoce......More

Today is World Oceans Day!Fact 1. Oceans make up two thirds of the earth’s surface. They generate the oxygen we breathe, they provide food and recreation, they are home to coral reefs and magnificent animals, and even regulate our climate! Click here http://www.worldoceansday.org/about to learn more about the benefits of oceans! Fact 2. Did you know the North Platte River eventually drains into the ocean? It is important to keep the river healthy to keep the ocean healthy! Find out how the NRD keeps the river healthy by clicking here http://www.npnrd.org/water-management/water-monitoring.html Activity 1. Although we are land-locked, we are still affected by the ocean and the ocean is affected by us! Think of how we are affected by the ocean and vice versa! Activity 2. Draw or make your favorite sea creature and research facts about it! Here is one idea: http://www.dltk-kids.com/world/inuit/mnanook.htm https://www.activityvillage.co.uk/world-oceans-day

National Get Outdoors Day

Today is National Get Outdoors Day! Fact 1. National Get Outdoors Day connects families and children to nature and encourages an active and healthy lifestyle! Fact 2. Use our Interactive Recreation Map http://www.npnrd.org/programs/recreation.html today to find a fun......More

Today is National Get Outdoors Day! Fact 1. National Get Outdoors Day connects families and children to nature and encourages an active and healthy lifestyle! Fact 2. Use our Interactive Recreation Map http://www.npnrd.org/programs/recreation.html today to find a fun activity to do with your friends and family!Activity 1. Do your favorite hobby outdoors! Whether it’s paining, playing music, reading, biking, or running, most activities can be taken outside! Activity 2. Here are some fun activities to try with your child! http://www.takeachildoutside.org/activities/gettingstarted.htmlhttp://www.nationalgetoutdoorsday.org/

National Corn on the Cob Day,

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Board Meeting

North Platte Natural Resources District, 100547 Airport Rd, Scottsbluff, NE 69363, USA

Flag Day