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Prism Art Installation

Through May, 2026
During Open Hours
Free

"Prism," an installation of reflective hand made paper by artist Hannah Demma is on view in the Cat House. If you have art you would like to share, please contact Hannah at: hannah@luxcenter.org
Email info@prairiepines.org for more info!
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Hello Spring Hike!

Saturday, March 21, 2026
1-2:30 PM
Free

Join Prairie Pines Partners staff on an early spring hike along the trails of Prairie Pines. We will be looking under the leaves and up into the trees to discover signs of a new season. Meet at the Visitor Center.
Email info@prairiepines.org for more info!

Wild Edibles Walk

Sunday, April 19, 2026
2-4 PM
Free

Join plant expert Bob Henrickson and Prairie Pines Partners on a guided hike at Prairie Pines to identify and discuss wild edibles. Get to know some common and easily identifiable emerging springtime plants by using your senses, while we learn about the nourishment and healing properties they offer. Learn to collect with respect for nature. Meet at the entrance kiosk.
Email info@prairiepines.org for more info!

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Explore the wonders of nature at Prairie Pines Nature Preserve. Join us for enriching events and immersive experiences amidst the tranquil beauty and wildlife of Nebraska's natural landscape.
Run Four The Pines & Paws on the Path

Prairie Pines Nature Preserve “Run Four the Pines”

August, 2026 - Watch for Details!
9 AM
Registration Required

The 2025 Run Four the Pines - Paws on the Path was a great run on the trails of the Prairie Pines Nature Preserve! Thank you to those who attended!

Dogs could join their runners in the 2025 4-mile, 1-mile, and youth mile (age 12 and under).  Proceeds went toward Prairie Pines trails and efforts to link them to the Lincoln trails system.

Thank you to our sponsors Prairie Pines Partners, Woodland Animal Hospital, the Lincoln Track Club. Lincoln Running Company, Pittinger & Anderson Investments, Copple Insurance, Eagle Printing, Ink Alley, Wachiska Audubon, Piedmontese, the Mercado and Casa Bovina, Harbor Coffeehouse, Bagels & Joe and U-Stop.

2026 registration opens summer 2026!

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