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UPCOMING OUTDOOR SPORT SHOWS/EXPOS/CONVENTIONS

I prepared this list of upcoming outdoors-related sport shows, expos, conventions, etc. for my friend and outdoor writer David Hendee of the Omaha World-Herald newspaper (www.omaha.com) and I thought it would be beneficial to share it with all of you.   These are the outdoors-related events that we at the Omaha Office of Game and Parks …

BROADCAST UPDATES

Just giving you the updates on what I plan to cover on my broadcast appearances for the week. I thank you in advance for watching and/or listening! For television, I’ll be offering up some outdoor reminders for this new year of 2012. One of those would be to make reservations for a …

NICE WEATHER, VISIT A STATE PARKLAND!

December 30, 2011 In The Wild Greg.Wagner No Comments

With the nice weather (above normal temps) we’re having here in Nebraska (and it’s expected to continue according to the forecasts I’ve seen) take advantage of this balmy weather and visit one of our many state parklands!   The grounds/nature trails are open, wear good hiking boots/shoes, bring drinking water, pack a good pair …

CONSERVATION OFFICERS ON RADIO, BACK WITH ‘WEBS’ ON TV

December 28, 2011 In The Wild Greg.Wagner No Comments

Veteran Nebraska Conservation Officer Jeff Clauson of Waterloo (left) joins me this Saturday morning, New Year’s Eve on my Great Outdoor Radio Show. Jeff will have outdoor regulation reminders for 2012, outdoor tips, a fresh report from the field and a lot more! Nebraska’s newest conservation officer, Brian Piernicky, who will be stationed out of McCook, …

A NO-GO ON THE ALABAMA RIG

December 23, 2011 In The Wild Greg.Wagner 9 Comments

Popularized due to it being used to win a big largemouth bass fishing tournament in Alabama this past fall, the Alabama Rig has generated much interest in the world of sport fishing these days. In fact, Nebraska Conservation Officer Jeff Clauson and I have been getting quite a few inquiries about whether the …

HOLIDAY GREETINGS FROM MY FAMILIES

December 22, 2011 In The Wild Greg.Wagner 1 Comment

   A quick blog post to wish each and every one of you the very best during this holiday season from my personal family at home and my family at the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission!  Make your New Year’s resolution to get out and enjoy Nebraska’s natural beauty in one way …

THE GOOD SAMARITAN

December 20, 2011 In The Wild Greg.Wagner 1 Comment

The following story is from Seth Fairman of Papillion, NE via the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission’s Facebook Page:     Good Samaritan at Two Rivers: I had the good fortune of arrowing a nice sized doe Sunday afternoon out at Two Rivers. After a nice “short” drag. I got to my …

BROADCAST TOPICS FOR THE WEEK

December 19, 2011 In The Wild Greg.Wagner No Comments

Just thought I’d relay to you what I’ll be covering  as far as topics go on my major broadcasting avenues this week.  On my weekly TV outdoor report,  when rendezvousing with family or friends this holiday season, I’ll be encouraging you all to think ahead to summer and plan a fun, multi-day trip to …

DEER DROPPINGS

December 16, 2011 In The Wild Greg.Wagner 1 Comment

This weekend and coming week I will be attending a number of potluck-oriented holiday parties. I can’t think of anything better to bring than deer droppings. No, it’s not what you’re thinking, it’s not these deer droppings from the wild.   I’m going to be preparing and serving a venison steak …

WINTER CLOTHING, ICE FISHING SAFETY PSAS

December 13, 2011 In The Wild Greg.Wagner No Comments

I produced and distributed my monthly Game and Parks Radio Public Service Announcements (PSAs) through friends at Omaha’s KCRO Radio/660 AM (at no charge to the agency, by the way) with reference to some basic winter clothing guidelines and ice fishing safety tips.   Give ‘em a listen by clicking the link below and then clicking …

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Greg Wagner serves as the  public information officer in the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission's Omaha Office. On a weekly basis, you can catch him with various broadcast, print, social, or electronic media outlets creatively conveying natural resource conservation messages as well as promoting outdoor activities and destinations in Nebraska.

Greg's e-mail address:  greg.wagner@nebraska.gov

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