Lincoln – The Nebraska Game and Parks Commission is advising hunters, anglers and other outdoor enthusiasts to honor guidelines set by public health experts to avoid spread of coronavirus as they head to the field this spring.

“Outdoor recreation has long been an important part of our way of life for relaxing and getting in touch with nature, and many people are turning to outdoor recreation as they seek comfort during this monumental public crisis,” said Jim Douglas, director of Game and Parks. “As we head outdoors during this time, though, we need to be smart about it and follow physical distancing and other existing guidelines and directives concerning the prevention of coronavirus transfer.”

Under the provisions of an executive order by Nebraska Gov. Pete Rickets, nonresidents will not be able to obtain a hunting permit for the spring turkey season.

Find more details and updates OutdoorNebraska.org/healthinfo.

– Outdoor Nebraska