A public informational meeting about improvements to Burchard Reservoir will be Feb. 1 in Tecumseh at 7 p.m. at the Nemaha Natural Resources District office, 62161 U.S. Highway 136.
The proposed project includes rehabilitation of the outlet structure, bank stabilization, improving angler and boating access, and aquatic habitat enhancements.
Nebraska Game and Parks Commission fisheries biologists and engineers will discuss the need for the project, planned construction, timelines and measures being taken to protect the existing fishery.
Boater-safety classes
Boaters should be aware of a new requirement that became effective Jan. 1.
Persons born after Dec. 31, 1985, who operate a motorboat or personal watercraft in Nebraska must have successfully completed the Nebraska boating safety course. They also must be in possession of a course certificate when operating the boat.
Boating season may be months away, but now is a good time to make plans for taking a boater-safety course. A list of classes is available at OutdoorNebraska.org/boating.
There are two options for classes: a six-hour classroom course or a three-hour home study review and test course. More classes will be added during the year.
Chapter turns 25
The Cornhusker Chapter of Pheasants Forever will hold its 25th anniversary banquet and fundraising auction Feb. 24 at the Lancaster County Event Center. Contact Randy Raymond for tickets at rlraymond@windstream.net.
Calendar
MONDAY
• Three-day Firearm hunter education class, Crawford
TUESDAY
• Layering clinic, 7 p.m., Backwoods, Omaha. Learn the basics of layering and how to protect yourself this winter season. Call 402-345-0303.
WEDNESDAY
• Dark goose hunting season closes in East Unit
THURSDAY
• Cornhusker Fly Fishers fly-tying workshop, 6 to 8 p.m., Cabela's, La Vista
SATURDAY
• Nebraska Trout Unlimited banquet, Anthony's Steakhouse, 72nd and F in Omaha, with social hour at 5 p.m. and dinner at 6:30. Tickets are $35. Information and ordering information can be obtained by email at tu710@cox.net, or by calling Dave Jacobs at 402-659-1017.
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