Hunt Nebraska

July is a busy month for Nebraska Shooting Sports. The Hunt Nebraska Crew (Hershy, Kyle, and Rachel) gives out reminders about Big Game Permits going on sale this month and recaps the National 4-H Shooting Sports Competition. They also discuss the upcoming Cornhusker State Games, JOAD Nationals, and Pressey Smallbore Silhouette Invitational. To watch or see full transcript of this episode, go to Y...

Want to get up-to date on the latest hunting news? The Hunt Nebraska crew (Rachel, Hershy, and Kyle) discusses updates from the last NGPC commission meeting and recaps their turkey challenges. We learn about squirrel and turkey season changes, maintain current regulations on deer, and get to see photos from Kyle's hunting challenge.

The 2026 Big Game Guide is out, along with some changes for the 2026 seasons. The Hunt Nebraska Crew (Kyle and Hershy) welcomes Luke Meduna, the Big Game Program Manager, to discuss the draw applications and the new changes for 2026, including season choice buck unit tags, boundary changes, permit quotas, and muzzleloader definition. Find all of the updates and more on our Big Game Guide for 2026...

The 56th Annual Cornhusker Trapshoot wrapped up in early May. The Hunt Nebraska Crew (Kyle) recaps the event with Cooper Sovey, who competed at the shoot for his senior year. Cooper shares his story of coming from a family with no hunting or shooting experience to going to college to compete on the UNL Shooting Sports team. Watch the video and find the transcript at https://youtu.be/6WY0znd3R6c.

Early season hunting or late season hunting? Dealing with squirrels or skunks? Listen to the Hunt Nebraska Crew (Megan, Rachel, and Kyle) answer multiple would you rather questions when it comes to hunting. Comment your answers below! Find the full transcript on YouTube at https://youtu.be/H2fKbjfL11Q.

Success stories are rolling in with the opening of the shotgun turkey season. The Hunt Nebraska Crew (Kyle, Shelby, and Keelie) recap the women's mentor hunt and the successful hunting stories that was the full experience. Listen in to hear how Keelie gets her first turkey and the challenges she faced. Find the full transcript at https://youtu.be/8dH8afPNfAM.

Nebraska is celebrating 125 Years of Conservation Officers protecting our resources. Jeff Clauson, Law Enforcement Administrator, joins the Hunt Nebraska Crew (Kyle, Hershy, and Megan) to discuss the changes Conservation Officers have seen and share a few stories from the field.

From bullseye to 3D targets, youth archers from across Nebraska showcased skill, mentorship, and true sportsmanship at the NASP State Tournament. The Hunt Nebraska crew (Megan, Kyle, and Keelie) recap an action-packed weekend featuring over 700 competitors, along with exclusive interviews with Coach Bob Bruner and shooter Kamryn Wanser on what NASP means to them and where it’s taking them next.

Are you excited for turkey season to kick off? The Hunt Nebraska Crew (Hershy, Megan, Rachel, and Kyle) discuss their excitement and start planning their challenge to the upcoming spring turkey season. Listen to see what new challenge to take on this turkey season and give suggestions on what challenges you would like to see the Hunt Nebraska Crew try to complete this season!

Award show and story time in the Hunt Nebraska Cabin! Listen to stories from the Hunt Nebraska Crew (Hershy, Shelby, Rachel, and Kyle) on what they won't forget or what they learned this hunting season. Also, find out who hunted the most species, mentored the most hunters, and who won the longest pheasant tailfeather contest!

If you could only hunt three Nebraska game species for the rest of your life, what would they be? The Hunt Nebraska Crew (Hershy, Megan, and Kyle) discuss their choices, as well as give updates on the Western Nebraska Goose Camp. Make sure to comment on what three species you would hunt.

How does the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission set permit quotas? The Hunt Nebraska Crew (Kyle and Megan) talks with Luke Meduna, the Big Game Program Manager, to learn what is considered in making these big decisions. Listen to find out last year's harvest numbers, public responses from the Big Game Meetings, and what potential ideas NGPC is considering for changing next season.

The Hunt Nebraska Crew (Kyle, Megan, and Hershy) goes remote to Last Chance Deer Camp to experience the true essence of hunt camp. Listen to interviews from hunters going on their first deer hunt and mentors' excitement about taking them out hunting. We find out what success truly means at this hunt.

What moments or milestones from 2025 are the Hunt Nebraska Crew (Hershy, Kyle, Rachel, and Christy) most proud of? Listen in to see if we reached our 2025 resolutions, our favorite memories, and our discussion of 2026 goals or resolutions.

Do you need a gift for you hunting buddies? The Hunt Nebraska Crew (Megan, Rachel, Kyle, & Shelby) discusses potential gift ideas for your hunting and shooting sports enthusiasts. Listen to find out what hunting traditions the Hunt Nebraska Crew has or would like to start this holiday season.

What hunting technology are you using this year? The Hunt Nebraska Crew (Hershy, Rachel, Kyle, & Shelby) discusses what apps, cameras, and other technology they are using to hunt, as well as checking in on their hunting goals this season. Has Hershy gotten Ruby on birds? Has Shelby got her bobwhite quail yet? Listen in to find out!

Happy Thanksgiving! The Hunt Nebraska Crew (Hershy, Rachel, & Shelby) discuss what they are thankful for this Thanksgiving. They visited their favorite Thanksgiving traditions, including their favorite food for the season.

The experts are here to answer your questions! The Hunt Nebraska Crew (Hershy and Kyle) brought in Conservation Officer Travis Shepler to help respond to your questions about the ongoing deer season in Nebraska. Post below any additional questions you might have for this deer season.

The orange army is coming! The Hunt Nebraska Crew (Kyle and Hershy) visits with Luke Meduna, Nebraska's Big Game Program Manager, about the upcoming firearm deer season. We talk habitat, wildlife population, and where to find more resources to help you be successful this season.

Happy Halloween with the Hunt Nebraska Crew (Kyle, Rachel, Shelby, and Hershy). We discussed the opening pheasant season weekend, Haunted Hike and Hunt, and show off our hunting and shooting costumes that we designed for each other. 🦺 We do know how many square inches of hunter orange Kyle is wearing 🦺 The closest guess, either high or low, submitted by November 7 is eligible for a prize!

Christmas in October for upland hunters in Nebraska! The Hunt Nebraska Crew (Kyle, Shelby, and Rachel) visits with Bryan O'Connor, Nebraska's Upland Program Manager, about the opening weekend of pheasant, quail, and partridge season. We talk habitat, wildlife population, and where to find more resources to help you be successful on opening day.

The Hunt Nebraska Crew (Kyle, Shelby & Rachel) cover the madness that takes place in October. Find out what seasons are opening, what preparations to take, and recap of 2025 Nebraska Youth Smallbore Silhouette Invitational.

Time to talk ducks! The Hunt Nebraska Crew (Kyle and Hershy) visits with John McKinney, Nebraska's Waterfowl Program Manager, about the ongoing and soon-to-open duck season across the state. We talk duck habitat, duck population, and where to find more resources to help you be successful out in the marsh, lake, rivers, and puddles across Nebraska.

The Hunt Nebraska Crew (Megan, Rachel, & Shelby) discuss considerations for mentoring new hunters, both adults and youth. As the ladies take over the cabin, they talk about women's hunting gear and finding the best options for them.

Are you ready to try grouse hunting in Nebraska? The Hunt Nebraska Crew (Kyle, Megan, Shelby, and Hershy) visits with Bryan O'Conner, Nebraska's Upland Game Program Manager, about grouse hunting this season.