This camera has captured the conversion of a cedar-choked landscape back to Sandhills prairie. The Switzer Ranch has been combating the spread of the invasive eastern redcedar through prescribed fire and mechanical removal. Latta Lake was created long ago by a sand dam upstream and has unique hydrology. Its inlet also serves as its outlet, filling up during periods of high water and going completely dry during extended drought.
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Salt Valley Greenways: Nature’s Network
Join Carlee on a multi-media story exploring the pathways that exist between wild spaces around Lincoln, Nebraska.
Exploration | Narrative
Salt Valley Greenways: Nature’s Network
Join Carlee on a multi-media story exploring the pathways that exist between wild spaces around Lincoln, Nebraska.
Exploration | Narrative
Bluestem WMA
Branched Oak
Welcome to the largest lake in eastern Nebraska that offers plenty of activities such as fishing, hunting, horseback riding, camping, hiking and more! With rolling green hills, beaches, and even forests, this spot offers all the different kinds of beautiful Nebraska...
Conestoga
Holmes Lake
This soothing lake and land was originally built for flood control by the US Army in 1962. With a winding path around the lake and open waters, hiking, walking, biking, and canoeing are all welcome here.
Olive Creek WMA
Type of AreaLake, Woodland, PrairieActivitiesFishing, Kayaking/Canoeing/Paddle Boarding, Hiking/Trail Running, Pinic, Camping, Hunting, Bird WatchingAccesssibilityNot handicap accessiblePriceFreeHours of OperationSunrise-SunsetAbout Olive Creek WMAOlive Creek is the...