Bader Memorial Park

08/16/2026

We hope everyone is having a great start to the school year!

While summer may be coming to an end, Bader Park will remain open for all your outdoor adventures. This is a beautiful time of year to slow down and enjoy a hike through the prairie. You never know what you might find—from colorful flowers to all kinds of insects and wildlife. 🦋

And there's still time to get in another beach day! The beach will remain open through September 28th.

07/24/2026

Your next camping trip is calling!

Spend your days exploring nature, spotting wildlife, relaxing on the beach, and making memories around the campfire. Whether you're here for an afternoon or an entire weekend, Bader Park is the perfect place to enjoy Nebraska's outdoors.

Reserve your campsite or stop by for the day—we'll see you soon!

06/23/2026

If you're visiting Bader Park over the holiday weekend, please note that we will not host a fireworks display this year, and personal fireworks are not allowed in the park.

Why?

🌱 Protect wildlife, prairies, and natural habitats
🔥 Reduce fire risk and safety concerns
🏕️ Preserve a quiet camping experience
🐕 Respect pets, wildlife, veterans, and noise-sensitive visitors
🌌 Provide a place where visitors can enjoy nature away from the noise and flashes of fireworks

We're committed to keeping Bader a safe, peaceful place where visitors can enjoy nature, camp under the stars, and escape the noise of everyday life.

Want to watch fireworks? Join our neighbors in Chapman on July 3 for their community fireworks show!

Thank you for your understanding, and have a safe and happy Fourth of July!

06/11/2026

It's the most magical time of the year—Mulberry Season! Mulberry trees can be found throughout the park and produce delicious fruit enjoyed by both people and wildlife. Keep an eye out for the dark purple berries hanging from the branches.

06/02/2026

It is officially summer here at Bader, USA! The swim beach is open, the fish are biting, and memories are waiting to be made!

Visit this link to make your camping reservations: https://app.fireflyreservations.com/reserve/property/BaderPark

05/15/2026

What a beautiful day it would be to test out the new volleyball nets!

Come out to Bader Park to catch some rays ☀️

05/07/2026

It’s officially Go Big Give day! 🎉 We have until midnight to raise funds!

Every donation made today helps support Bader Park and gives us chances to earn bonus prizes and matching funds throughout the event. Your support helps us continue improving trails, outdoor recreation, conservation, and educational opportunities for our community.

If you’ve been thinking about giving, today is the perfect day to make your impact go even further.

Donate here: https://www.gobiggive.org/organization/plattePEERgroup

05/07/2026

Go Big Give starts at midnight! Donating during this event gives you the opportunity to grow your gift by winning prizes such as the ones below. If you have considered donating, now is the time!

Here is our donation page: https://www.gobiggive.org/organization/plattePEERgroup

⛵WHEN and HOW YOU GIVE could sail your donation further!
LEARN HOW: https://www.gobiggive.org/p/prize-winners

05/07/2026

Beach Update:

We wanted to share an update regarding swim beach water testing for the upcoming season. We have recently been informed that the Nebraska Department of Environment and Energy will not begin water testing until 5/18, with results expected to be available by 5/21. This is part of a statewide schedule change and is not specific to Bader Park.

In the meantime, our swim beach will remain open as “swim at your own risk” until official testing results are available. We appreciate everyone’s patience and understanding as we work within the state’s testing timeline.

You can view the DWEE Beach Watch page where the testing results will be posted by visiting this link :
https://deq-iis.ne.gov/zs/bw/

We are looking forward to a great summer!