Do you like s’mores?  What about moonlit walks?  Heading out for an adventure as the sun goes down?  The Norfolk area is full of opportunities to explore the nature of Nebraska!  The Nebraska Game & Parks Commission, Lower Elkhorn Natural Resources District, Norfolk Area Visitors Bureau; UNL Extension - Madison County, and City of Norfolk, want to help you discover your area trails, lakes, and wild places while highlighting the unique opportunities nighttime offers with our FREE Moon Walk event, “Stars, Strolls & S’mores.”

Moon Walks are held on Wednesday evenings, close to the official full moon, and begin at 7:30 p.m. Most Moon Walks last from 1-2 hours. We usually walk an average of one-mile round trip. Each Moon Walk starts with a short introduction to the night’s program, then we hike to a designated area where there will be presentations. Presenters are experts in their field and are from our local community. The evening wraps up with FREE smores! 

Event Details 

Wednesday, June 11th - Cowboy Trail, Norfolk

Cowboy Recreation and Nature Trail, Broken Bridge (Cowboy Trail Parking Lot, 2G6C+R4, Norfolk)

  • Cowboy Recreation and Nature Trail with Cody & Hannah, Nebraska Game & Parks Commission
  • Kids Scavenger Hunt with Cody & Hannah, Nebraska Game & Parks Commission

Wednesday, July 9th - Willow Creek Rec Area, Pierce

Willow Creek State Recreation Area (54876 852 Rd., Pierce) ***A park permit or day pass is required

  • Pollinator Palooza with Wayne, UNL Extension Educator and Entomologist - Madison County
  • Hayrack Ride with Nebraska Game and Parks Commission

Wednesday, August 6th - Johnson Park, Norfolk

Johnson Park & North Fork Whitewater Park (101 E. Nebraska Ave., Norfolk)

  • Surfing Demo & Safety with Nathan, City of Norfolk Parks & Recreation
  • Kayaking Demo & Safety with PJ, City of Norfolk Parks & Recreation
  • Urban Gardening with Sarah, 4-H and Youth Extension Educator - Madison County