Programs | Big Gumdrop Outdoors

Progamming

Outside of events, BGO offers hands-on educational programming to engage with youth and nature. We work within LPS afterschool clubs, and run summer programs and exciting field trips!

Our Units:

Survival Skills

Let's explore thrilling adventures! Get ready to learn essential survival skills in a fun, hands-on way. From building shelters to wildlife tracking, we will deepen our connection with nature while having unforgettable experiences.

Wildlife in NE

Embark on a journey through Nebraska's native species, including animals, insects, and plants, enlightening youth about the diverse wildlife inhabiting our surroundings, even those that may go unnoticed in our daily lives.

Conservation

Learn all about what conservation means, and how that looks in our community. We will participate in hands-on activities to understand conservation practices, and how to apply them to our daily lives.

Conservation Storytelling

Kids will learn how to tell stories that inspire others to care about the environment. Through fun, hands-on activities like drawing, writing, creating comic books and dioramas, students will explore how conservation can make a difference and discover how their voices can help protect nature for the future.

Agriculture

Discover the roots of Nebraskan agriculture by exploring the crops, livestock, and farming practices that help feed our communities and shape our state's identity. Youth will gain an appreciation for the people, land, and natural resources that make Nebraska a leader in agriculture.

Ecosystems

Explore Nebraska's diverse ecosystems, from prairies and wetlands to forests and rivers, helping youth understand how plants, animals, water, and people are interconnected. Participants will discover the importance of healthy ecosystems and their role in conserving them for future generations.

Educational Experiences

Afterschool Clubs

Through partnerships with LPS CLC programs and local community centers, BGO offers on-site afterschool club programming for during the school year.

Summer Programs

BGO partners with local schools, centers, childcare groups, and more to develop various and catered summer programs and activities.

Field Trips

Want to explore the local outdoors? We love partnering to enjoy nature-focused activities in and around Lincoln. From fishing and kayaking to exploring aquatic wildlife.

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Progamming

Our Units:

Survival Skills Let's explore thrilling adventures! Get ready to learn essential survival skills in a fun, hands-on way. From building shelters to wildlife tracking, we will deepen our connection with nature while having unforgettable experiences.

Wildlife in NE Embark on a journey through Nebraska's native species, including animals, insects, and plants, enlightening youth about the diverse wildlife inhabiting our surroundings, even those that may go unnoticed in our daily lives.

Conservation Learn all about what conservation means, and how that looks in our community. We will participate in hands-on activities to understand conservation practices, and how to apply them to our daily lives.

Agriculture Discover the roots of Nebraskan agriculture by exploring the crops, livestock, and farming practices that help feed our communities and shape our state's identity. Youth will gain an appreciation for the people, land, and natural resources that make Nebraska a leader in agriculture.

Educational Experiences

Afterschool Clubs

Through partnerships with LPS CLC programs and local community centers, BGO offers on-site afterschool club programming for during the school year.

Summer Programs

BGO partners with local schools, centers, childcare groups, and more to develop various and catered summer programs and activities.

Field Trips

Want to explore the local outdoors? We love partnering to enjoy nature-focused activities in and around Lincoln. From fishing and kayaking to exploring aquatic wildlife.

Survival Skills

Let's explore thrilling adventures! Get ready to learn essential survival skills in a fun, hands-on way. From building shelters to wildlife tracking, we will deepen our connection with nature while having unforgettable experiences.

Wildlife in NE

Embark on a journey through Nebraska's native species, including animals, insects, and plants, enlightening youth about the diverse wildlife inhabiting our surroundings, even those that may go unnoticed in our daily lives.

Conservation

Learn all about what conservation means, and how that looks in our community. We will participate in hands-on activities to understand conservation practices, and how to apply them to our daily lives.

Agriculture

Discover the roots of Nebraskan agriculture by exploring the crops, livestock, and farming practices that help feed our communities and shape our state's identity. Youth will gain an appreciation for the people, land, and natural resources that make Nebraska a leader in agriculture.