Hunt Nebraska

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 available online and at outdoor retailers near you. To see the full transcript, go to https://youtu.be/_R4mFG5w75E.

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.