Nebraska, USA (5/5): Travel - REVISED

Nebraska is accessible by many forms of travel:

Interstate

• Interstate 80 spans the entire state, and runs east to west entering near Omaha and exiting at the Southeast tip of the panhandle.
   
• Numerous state highways intersect I‐80 at various points throughout the state.
   
• I-80 is the most traveled roadway in Nebraska, providing access to all parts of the state
   
• Roadside signs point out landmarks and attractions all along Nebraska's highways

Airplane

• In place of an international airport, Nebraska is served by a number of regional ones
   
• Central Nebraska Regional Airport is located near Grand Island in Hall County (http://www.flygrandisland.com/)
   
• Western Nebraska Regional Airport is located Scotts Bluff in Scotts Bluff County (http://www.flyscottsbluff.com/)
   
• Lincoln Airport is located near Lincoln, the state capital, in Lancaster County
  
• A more comprehensive list of the states air facilities can be found here

Railroad

• Railroads play a huge role in the geography of this Midwestern state. As a result, railroad is a popular and scenic way of traveling Nebraska.
   
• Nebraska is accessible by a number of Amtrak rail stations, located in the cities of: Hastings, Holdredge, Lincoln, McCook, and Omaha

Nebraska, USA (4/5): Landmarks/Attractions - REVISED

Hilltop Mini Ranch (http://www.visitnebraska.com/component/myplanner/detail/43/1000006)

• Hilltop Mini Ranch offers visitors a chance to see an actual horse ranch, and view the majestic spotted Appaloosa horses. 

• Located in Phillips, Nebraska.

Carhenge (http://carhenge.com/)

• Carhenge is a replica of the world famous Stonehenge, but it is made of old cars.
   
• Created in 1987 by six families celebrating a family reunion
   
• Located in Alliance, Nebraska, on the panhandle portion of the state. 

The University of Nebraska (http://www.unl.edu/)

• Energetic, exciting state football games take place at the Univeristy of Nebraska
   
• Games take place during the fall season
   
• Located in Lincoln, Nebraska

Agate Fossil Beds (http://www.nps.gov/agfo/index.htm)

• Agate Fossil Beds are a 3,000+ acre site 
   
• The site boasts quarries full of mammal fossils.
   
• Museum on site in home to 500+ Native American artifacts
   
• Positioned a convenient 5,000 feet from Chadron State Park
   
• Located in Northwest Nebraska, just 22 miles from the city of Harrison.

Nebraska, USA (3/5): Outdoors - REVISED

The following parks are few of many which Nebraska is home to, all of which are essential outdoor locations;

Chadron (http://chadron-nebraska.com/)

• Chadron features modern campgrounds with cabins, RV hookups, and bike trails.
   
• The park boasts a swimming pool, biking trails, volleyball court and fishing areas.

Smith Falls State Park (http://outdoornebraska.ne.gov/parks/guides/parksearch/pdfs/Brochure308.pdf)

• Located near the town of Valentine.
   
• Home to the state's tallest waterfall
   
• Serves as a nature preserve, home to many rare plants 
   
• There are a small number of campsites available for overnight guests, and reservations can be made up to a year in advance.

Nebraska, USA (2/5): About Nebraska - REVISED

Nebraska: Fun Facts

• Nebraska is home to more than a million people and is the 38th most populous state in the Nation. In terms of area, Nebraska ranks 16th.
   
• The part of the country that Nebraska sits in was at one point known as the great American desert. 
   
• Agriculture and manufacturing make up the majority of the states economy, and Nebraska is currently the leading state in ranching.
   
• Before European settlers arrived, Native American Indian tribes occupied the land, which was known for its fertile soil and hunting opportunities.
   
• The climate of Nebraska varies greatly by season. Summer is known for scorching heat, while winter is generally categorized by bitter cold.
   
• Nebraska sits in Tornado alley, and the state sees its fair share of Thunderstorm activity, which sometimes spawns tornadoes.
   
• Most tornadoes occur in the spring and summer months, although the fall can be quite active during certain years.

Nebraska, USA (1/5) - REVISED

The Cornhusker State

Nebraska is a land‐locked state in the Midwest. It is also known as the cornhusker state, and has been drawing tourists to its borders for quite some time.

No matter what types of things you enjoy doing, Nebraska is abundant with amusements. Romantic getaways, historical museums (rich with information and artifacts of explorers, plains Indians and pioneers), art museums, fairs, and shopping, are just a few of the many things to do