SCENIC BYWAYS 35 South Sioux City LEWIS AND CLARK SCENIC BYWAY Miles 67 Mi. 1 r so u Mis i R 75 77 iv er The Route US 75 north between Fort Calhoun and South Sioux City 2 3 Omaha 4 5 Henry Doorly Zoo Follow in the footsteps of the famous explorers through the bountiful cropland and beautifully wooded bluffs framing the Missouri River. Discover the wildlife, migrating birds, museums, history and natural features of this historic route. 5 DISCOVERIES IN EASTERN NEBRASKA 1. The last full weekend in July, head to the Winnebago Indian Reservation for their Homecoming Powwow. Year-round, you can visit the Tribal Buffalo herd pasture. 2. A quarter of the U.S. Army was once stationed at Fort Atkinson State Historical Park. Today, you can experience life in an 1820s military fort, with periodic living history demonstrations during the summer. 3. Wander the vast floodplains of the Missouri River at the Boyer Chute National Wildlife Refuge and discover rare, migratory and endangered species. 4. Inside historic Union Station in Omaha, you’ll find the fascinating Durham Museum. Packed with the history of the region, the museum gives visitors a deeper understanding of Nebraskan history. 5. Nebraska’s top attraction, Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium is full of discoveries, including the world’s largest indoor desert and the largest aquarium inside a zoo. DO – Sample and then buy a box of delicious creations at Serendipity Chocolate Factory. SHOP – Search for unfound treasures at The Antiques Room, located next to another great find, Master’s Hand Candles. EAT – Big portions and stellar service make Chatterbox Brews the go-to dinner spot. STAY – Once-in-a-lifetime wing-shooting experiences at Pheasant Bonanza. Bring your K9 to be trained as a hunting dog, and stay in the new three-story lodge. Small-Town Stop: TEKAMAH Summit Lake State Recreation Area, home to hunting, fishing, boating, hiking and camping, anchors this Northeast Nebraska town. VisitNebraska.com 51
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