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Hunt elk at the Norman Ranch.
Our ranch is part of Nebraska's new zone for elk hunting in the fall.&nbsp;
While an elk wouldn't be guaranteed, they do come down as far as our ranch sometimes!
***If you get a bull elk it is an extra $1,000 per bull. LandTrust will send you a payment link to complete the charge.***

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Our wooded draws, creek bottom, and open meadows are perfect for turkeys. At this time, we will be opening the property for the Spring Turkey Season only.
Archery opens March 25, shotgun opens April 16, and the season doesn't close until May 31
Permit is statewide for turkey.
Book your Spring Turkey hunt now!

Our wooded draws, creek bottom and open meadows are perfect for turkeys. At this time, we will be opening the property for only the Spring Turkey Season.		&nbsp;
Permit is valid statewide for turkey.
Turkey hunters will most likely see Merriam's or Hybrids in this part of Nebraska.
Additional packages can be accommodated. Please inquire for more information.

Spring Turkey Hunt

Elk Hunt

The Norman Ranch's vast grassland areas are home to an abundant bird population. The ranch is sandwiched between Fort Robinson State Park and Oglala National Grassland, making this property a hotspot for species that frequent the area!

The package includes birding for up to four people.

Semi-Guided Bird Watching 

Semi-Guided Birdwatching experience with 1 meal included.&nbsp;
The Norman Ranch's vast grassland areas are home to an abundant bird population. The ranch is sandwiched between Fort Robinson State Park and Oglala National Grassland, making this property a hotspot for species that frequent the area!

Semi-Guided Birdwatching | 1 Meal Included 

Package includes exploring the property for fossils for up to four guests and a meal.
The Norman Ranch's close proximity to Toadstool Geological Park, one of three key locations for Northwestern Nebraska's Fossil Freeway, makes for a great opportunity for families or friend groups to visit for fossil hunting! The ranch is also a great location for stargazing!
Additional packages can be accommodated. Please inquire for more information.

Fossil Hunt | One Meal Included

The Norman Ranch's close proximity to Toadstool Geological Park, one of three key locations for Northwestern Nebraska's Fossil Freeway, makes for a great opportunity for families or friend groups to visit for fossil hunting! The ranch is also a great location for stargazing!
Additional packages can be accommodated. Please inquire for more information.

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One of the largest concentrations of elk winter on this property. Late fall after the crops are taken out, the elk migrate to the hay meadows and canyons of NV Land &amp; Cattle. Seen (not hunted) on the northern end of the property this year was a 7x7 that scored at least 385.&nbsp;
The NV Land &amp; Cattle Niobrara River Ranch offers all the types of terrain you can find in Nebraska in an uber-private area/setting. Meandering spring-fed creeks run through the canyons, the Niobrara River borders over a 1/4 mile of the property, hay meadows that are planted w/ alfalfa every other year and managed food plots strategically placed in coves, and deep drop-off canyons border the meadows on 3 sides. Big resident whitetail and Elk make their way up from the canyons to the meadows.&nbsp;
The lodge is superbly situated on a plateau overlooking the Niobrara River. The very comfortable log structure with three ensuite rooms (each uniquely decorated in keeping with local art and wildlife) a huge open-plan dining area and two superb livingrooms w/ fireplaces. Food will be provided by a certified chef sourcing food from the local area, including wild game, the ranches own beef and locally grown fruits and vegetables.&nbsp;
15 minutes East of Valentine, NE. Guests can drive directly to ranch or be picked up at Omaha airport.&nbsp;

Property bought 1/7/2022, with no hunting and very little human encroachment for over 5 years. Both deer and elk winter on land w/ plenty of opportunity to harvest a whitetail over 170 + and bull elk over 350 +.&nbsp;
The NV Land &amp; Cattle Niobrara River Ranch offers all the types of terrain you can find in Nebraska in an uber-private area/setting. Meandering spring-fed creeks run through the canyons, the Niobrara River borders over a 1/4 mile of the property, hay meadows that are planted w/ alfalfa every other year and managed food plots strategically placed in coves, and deep drop-off canyons border the meadows on 3 sides. Big resident Whitetail and Elk make their way up from the canyons to the meadows.&nbsp;
The lodge is superbly situated on a plateau overlooking the Niobrara River. The very comfortable log structure with three ensuite rooms (each uniquely decorated in keeping with local art and wildlife) a huge open-plan dining area and two superb livingrooms w/ fireplaces. Food will be provided by a certified chef sourcing food from the local area, including wild game, the ranches own beef and locally grown fruits and vegetables.&nbsp;
15 minutes East of Valentine, NE. Guests can drive directly to ranch or be picked up at Omaha airport.

Muzzleloader Hunt 

The last couple of years, turkey populations in Nebraska are declining, this is not the case at this ranch. 100% Merriam Turkey, have located 4 different flocks w/ different roosting areas. Hunters have the opportunity to hunt turkey on the Niobrara River bottom, in pine-covered canyons, or up in the hay meadows.&nbsp;
The NV Land &amp; Cattle Niobrara River Ranch offers all the types of terrain you can find in Nebraska in an uber-private area/setting. Meandering spring-fed creeks run through the canyons, the Niobrara River borders over a 1/4 mile of the property, hay meadows that are planted w/ alfalfa every other year and managed food plots strategically placed in coves, and deep drop-off canyons border the meadows on 3 sides. Big resident whitetail and Elk make their way up from the canyons to the meadows.&nbsp;
The lodge is superbly situated on a plateau overlooking the Niobrara River. The very comfortable log structure with three ensuite rooms (each uniquely decorated in keeping with local art and wildlife) a huge open-plan dining area and two superb livingrooms w/ fireplaces. Food will be provided by a certified chef sourcing food from the local area, including wild game, the ranches own beef and locally grown fruits and vegetables.&nbsp;
15 minutes East of Valentine, NE. Guests can drive directly to ranch or be picked up at Omaha airport.

Turkey Hunt 

Elk Hunt 

Property bought 1/7/2022, with no hunting and very little human encroachment for over 5 years. Both deer and elk winter on land w/ plenty of opportunity to harvest a whitetail over 170 + and bull elk over 350 +.&nbsp;
The NV Land &amp; Cattle Niobrara River Ranch offers all the types of terrain you can find in Nebraska in an uber-private area/setting. Meandering spring-fed creeks run through the canyons, the Niobrara River borders over a 1/4 mile of the property, hay meadows that are planted w/ alfalfa every other year and managed food plots strategically placed in coves, and deep drop-off canyons border the meadows on 3 sides. Big resident whitetail and Elk make their way up from the canyons to the meadows.&nbsp;
The lodge is superbly situated on a plateau overlooking the Niobrara River. The very comfortable log structure with three ensuite rooms (each uniquely decorated in keeping with local art and wildlife) a huge open-plan dining area and two superb livingrooms w/ fireplaces. Food will be provided by a certified chef sourcing food from the local area, including wild game, the ranches own beef and locally grown fruits and vegetables.&nbsp;
15 minutes East of Valentine, NE. Guests can drive directly to ranch or be picked up at Omaha airport.

Archery Hunt 

A place so spectacular and fulfilling we almost think of it as its own State rather than Nebraska, NV Land &amp; Cattle's incredible scenery leaves guests breathless time and time again. In winter you can view a significant amount of waterfowl species, Bald and Golden Eagles are prevalent in this area. Summer time has many species of birds from Cardinals, rose breasted grosbeaks, chickadees, nuthatches, eagles, hawks, falcons, cranes, swans, geese and ducks, hummingbirds, bluebirds, red breasted woodpeckers, redheaded woodpeckers, northern flickers, the list is limitless.&nbsp;
Guests can sit in blinds a view many hoofed animals including whitetail and mule deer and elk. Bobcats and mountain lions are often seen as well&nbsp;

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