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The Adventure Issue
LIED LODGE AND ARBOR DAY FARM
THERE’S SOMETHING ABOUT NATURE,
about getting outside, that both calms and invigorates. A beautiful sunrise beckons you to sit back and watch and then pulls you to get moving. We call this phenomenon “nature’s dance,” and it’s all around you at Arbor Day Farm in Nebraska City where yesterday’s relaxing just-the-twoof-you stroll can quickly become today’s family time playing in the trees.
An Arbor Day Foundation property, Arbor Day Farm encompasses 260 acres complemented by sprawling orchards, a 52-room historic mansion, the newly reopened Apple House Market, and natureinspired lodging and attractions. A favorite for fall exploration (thanks to all of those apples), the property is just as popular throughout the year and especially during the spring and summer months.
Arbor Day Farm’s Tree Adventure offers an abundance of fun for all ages, with miles of wooded trails, family-focused activities, and countless ways to engage with nature. The latest addition is Treetop Village®, a unique opportunity to clamber into the treetops to explore 11 different treehouses scattered across 3 acres and connected by wooden bridges and netted walkways.
This attraction is the first of its kind in the U.S. And it’s the first in North America to feature the WonderNet, a large, raised area for jumping, playing, and bringing out the kid in everyone. Treetop Village is perfect for the entire family and accessible for everyone. It’s also the only place in America where having fun helps plant trees in forests around the world.
A passion for tree planting was the impetus for Arbor Day, which began in 1872 at Arbor Day Farm. Join us this year as we celebrate the 150th anniversary of the holiday with a variety of activities. Plus, it’s a great time to explore Arbor Lodge State Historical Park, the original home of the Morton family and the very site where the idea for Arbor Day took root.
When it’s time to take a break or tuck in for the night, Lied Lodge awaits at the south end of Arbor Day Farm. Walking into the entrance is its own experience as you stop to take in the massive timbered construction, floor-to-ceiling fireplace, and unparalleled view of the riparian forest that weaves its way through the property. Lied Lodge is the pinnacle of hospitality with 140 guest rooms, an expansive pool, and an on-site spa.
Three options are available for dining at Arbor Day Farm. Timbers, located inside Lied Lodge, provides an extraordinary dining experience and beautiful views of the property. For those seeking lighter fare in addition to cocktails and an impressive local beer selection, Lied Lodge’s Library Lounge is sure to deliver. And on the north side of the property, Porter’s offers falloff-the-bone barbecue made right here at the farm.
Whether you come for an afternoon or an extended stay, take a moment to embrace the wonders of nature. And be inspired by this special place where the Arbor Day Foundation’s tree planting mission comes to life.
Lied Lodge and Arbor Day Farm
800.546.5433 arbordayfarm.org
VISIT ALLIANCE VISIT PELLA
WanderNebraska Locations
NEBRASKA STATE HISTORICAL SOCIETY FOUNDATION
THE CITY OF ALLIANCE welcomes every-
one to Chart Your Course and experience the unexpected discoveries in and around Alliance, Nebraska. From scenic drives, to remarkable parks, an extensive library, museums, rich art, and the infamous Carhenge, visitors will be transported to a simpler life where there is history at every turn. They will experience charming shops that line Alliance’s historic downtown brick paved streets, outstanding service at local restaurants and welcoming locals who will smile and wave. Don’t miss out on the remarkable 18-hole champion Skyview Golf Course.
Whether one is interested in history, cars, the military, nature, or art; there is certainly something here for everyone! The hospitality and beauty of this city leaves visitors wanting to come back for more. Fur babies are encouraged to come and run off their energy at Wiggly Field Dog Park.
Alliance hosts various events throughout the year, and are easily located on the website’s Events Calendar.
Plan a getaway now!
City of Alliance
324 Laramie Ave., P.O. Box D Alliance, NE 69301 308.762.5400 visitalliance.com
Join us for our 87th Annual Tulip Time, May 5th-7th, 2022. Parades, Petals, and Poffertjes! Live performances, Dutch food, culture, history, tulip gardens, craft market, and more! Tour the tallest working windmill in the United States, stroll along our Molengracht Canal, visit Iowa’s largest lake, Lake Red Rock!
Pella has it all; fine dining, wine houses, pubs, authentic Dutch bakeries, coffee shops, meat markets, street food, shopping, architecture, historic village, camping, hiking, fishing, boating, and biking. We invite you to come to experience Pella with your family and friends, any time of the year.”
Ann M. Frost
Executive Director Visit Pella 641.204.0885 facebook.com/VisitPella visitpella.com
JOIN THOUSANDS OF TRAVELERS
as they explore museums, libraries, parks and other historical points of interest featured in the newly launched WanderNebraska, an adventure travel program from the Nebraska State Historical Society Foundation (NSHSF). By visiting the 27 historical organizations included in this year’s program, you will be checking off a list of fascinating Nebraska destinations across the state, supporting economic growth in these communities and winning prizes along the way!
The WanderNebraska locations are part of the Statewide Grants Program launched by NSHSF in 2021, awarding grants to benefit local historical and educational organizations in their efforts to provide programming and preserve their local history. To date, almost $17,000 in grants have been distributed in 18 counties across Nebraska.
To get your WanderNebraska booklet, visit:
www.nshsf.org/projects/ wandernebraska
To donate to the Statewide Grants Program, visit:
www.nshsf.org/ statewide-grants-program
Seek Your Adventure
FROM SUNRISE TO SUNSET IN KNOX COUNTY
KNOXCOUNTYNEBRASKA.COM
/KnoxCountyNE @VisitKnoxCo_NE /visitknoxcountyne
VISIT BEATRICE & GAGE COUNTY
IF YOU HAVE A HUNGER FOR HITTING
THE TRAILS, Gage County welcomes you to 22 miles of scenic woodlands, beautiful river views, and glimpses of Nebraska wildlife along the Chief Standing Bear Trail. Being one of Nebraska’s newest trail additions, the Chief Standing Bear Trail is perfectly outfitted for avid and novice bicyclists and runners. Known for its well-kept landscaping and amenities, the trail is used for multiple events throughout the year. At the four trailheads you will find rest stops, bicycle repair stations, and even infographics about the rich, local history.
Chief Standing Bear Trail follows the Union Pacific Route whose original track was laid in 1879 alongside an old reservation road from Beatrice to Marysville, Kansas. The old reservation road was the trail the Poncas were forced to take upon their removal from Niobrara, Nebraska to Oklahoma in 1877. This is one of the only places in Nebraska where you can walk the Trail of Tears.
Gage County Tourism
218 N 5th St. Beatrice, NE 68310 402.223.2338 beatricechamber.com
