Wasps are often misunderstood, but they play important roles in Nebraska’s ecosystems. This virtual program explores the biology, behavior, and life cycles of different wasp species, including how they hunt, pollinate, and interact with other insects. ‍Registration Required.

Event by Nebraska Game and Parks Commission and Nebraska Wildlife Education

Our 4th Annual native plant garden giveaway, vendor fair, and speaker presentation event is scheduled. Registration and $20 refundable deposit is required to reserve your garden.

Event by Pollinator Alliance of the Heartland

Join Milkweed Matters, Golden Hills, & Mills County Conservation for an all-ages event celebrating Iowa's prairies. The Pollinator Alliance of the Heartland will be in attendance with an event booth.

Event by Golden Hills RC&D, Milkweed Matters, and Mills County Conservation

Sunflowers are more than Nebraska’s iconic blooms—they’re a window into the fascinating science of plants. This virtual program explores how sunflowers grow, their unique adaptations for tracking the sun, and how they reproduce and produce seeds. ‍Registration Required.

Event by Nebraska Game and Parks Commission and Nebraska Wildlife Education

The monarch butterflies are on their way! Every year in late summer, the super-generation of monarchs make their way to overwintering grounds in Mexico. Come learn about monarch butterflies, their life cycle, and their miraculous migration to Mexico as we teach you how we catch, handle, and tag monarchs for research. Registration and Park Entrance Fee Required.

Event by Hitchcock Nature Center

The monarch butterflies are on their way! Every year in late summer, the super-generation of monarchs make their way to overwintering grounds in Mexico. Come learn about monarch butterflies, their life cycle, and their miraculous migration to Mexico as we teach you how we catch, handle, and tag monarchs for research. Registration and Park Entrance Fee Required.

Event by Hitchcock Nature Center

This is your chance to connect with the land, learn how native plants build healthy ecosystems, and see firsthand how pollinators— from bees and butterflies to birds — depend on these habitats to survive and thrive. As we explore the prairie together, you’ll learn what goes into managing large-scale restoration projects. You’ll also leave with practical, easy-to-apply tips for creating your own pollinator habitat. ‍Registration Required.

Event by Conservation Nebraska

Stephen Spomer received his Bachelor’s degree in Entomology and Zoology and Master’s degree in Entomology from the University of Nebraska. Author of "The Butterflies of Nebraska" (2026), Spomer, will lead a guided walk through Platte River State Park to identify butterflies, fritillaries, and other insects along the way! Registration Required.

Event by Conservation Nebraska

Native plants are the foundation of a healthy landscape—but they’re only part of the story. In this free Wild Ones National Webinar, landscape ecologist, Certified Wildlife Biologist, and author Shaun McCoshum, PhD, explores what wildlife really need to survive and how you can create a home landscape that supports biodiversity year-round. Registration Required.

Event by Wild Ones

For more than four decades, Ross Scott has devoted his career to protecting Nebraska's soil, water, and native landscapes. A retired resource conservationist with the U.S. Dept. of Agriculture's Natural Resources Conservation Service Scott now serves as chair of the Prairie Conservation Management Committee for Wachiska Audubon, where he has been an active member since 2014. Event available both in-person and via Live-Stream Webinar.

Event by Wachiska Audubon SOciety

Loess Hills Prairie Seed Harvest. No experience necessary, but prepare for a short hike on rugged terrain. Wear bug spray, as it's prime tick season!

Event by Golden Hills RC&D

Don't hate and exterminate, but learn to love your backyard bug! Join Conservation Nebraska and our guest speaker Bob Henrickson as we chat about bugs and critters that bring benefits to our backyard. Registration Required.

Event by Conservation Nebraska and PlantNebraska