Here in Nebraska, we've been experiencing a drought. About 95 percent of the area is experiencing a moderate drought. You may think the only effect a drought has on our lakes is that the water level is lower than normal. While this is true, there are far more things that affect us and our ecosystems. Reduced Water Levels The first and most obvious effect is reduced water levels. Sure, we need high enough water levels to go boating and all the fun things you can do on the wate

Have you ever gone boating and realized you forgot the sunscreen or some other important essential? There is nothing worse than having to turn the boat around and go grab it at home. That's why we suggest keeping these essentials on board your boat so you don't ever have to turn around and go home. Sunscreen & Bug Spray The sun and bugs normally never stay away during a boating excursion. Always have both to protect your skin and keep those bugs away. First Aid Kit You never

In years to come, Nebraska may get its own Lake Okoboji . The idea had been proposed, and finally got approved by the Nebraska State Legislature back in April. The lake would be located in Ashland, nearly 45 minutes from both Omaha and Lincoln. By the sounds of it, the lake would be located East of the Platte River and North and South of Linoma Beach. It would be 40,000 acres, which is more than 500 acres larger than Lake Okoboji. This new lake build is projected to cost $1 b