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Outdoors NATURE & WILDLIFE CONT.
putes break out between males, who flap and jump at each other. It’s a fascinating, amazing scene to watch! It takes dedication to be at the loading site by 5 a.m. on a weekend morning to arrive at the viewing blinds before the birds assemble. En route to a lek southwest of North Platte, Barner fascinates his guests with tales of the early days of the settlement
of Nebraska. The show begins about 45 minutes before sunrise; in the middle of April that’s about 6:20 a.m. It continues until about noon. Prairie chickens are “very punctual and reliable, regardless of the weather,” Barner said. Providing fascinating, fun experiences is what Dusty Trails is all about, Barner said.
He enjoys helping people enjoy “all that Nebraska has to offer.” Address:
2617 N. Buffalo Bill Ave. Phone: (308) 530-0048 dustytrails.biz Admission: Admission charged.
Nebraska state park permit required at Buffalo Bill Ranch and Campground.
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