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WHERE WE WORK

the nebraska sandhills

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Ranch Experiences

The Sandhills Task Force has teamed up with skilled ranchers to offer an annual summer internship and a longer apprenticeship on ranches in the Nebraska Sandhills. Participants receive hands-on training in ranching and ranch management. The work experience gained is invaluable, as is the opportunity to apply acquired knowledge in real-world experiences and witness firsthand the day-to-day job duties you can expect on a ranch. In addition, transferable skills such as communication and teamwork are obtained.

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IN ACTION

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HAPPENING NOW

The Sandhills Task Force is dedicated to keeping you informed about events that matter to ranchers, landowners, and others who care about the Sandhills. From workshops and field days to community gatherings and conservation-focused meetings, these events offer valuable opportunities to learn, connect, and engage. Click the link below to explore our calendar of upcoming events across Nebraska and the surrounding region.

 

Events sponsored by the Sandhills Task Force can also be found here.

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SPOTLIGHT

Mike Abbott

Mike owns and operates a ranch with his brother and three sisters in Cherry County. He is married to Pamela Abbott, and together they have a son, John, and two daughters, Margret and Emily. Mike was a commodities trader before returning to the ranch.

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2025

Impacts

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Ranch Internship

117

Applicants
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Conservation

50,250

Acres
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Outreach/Education

2,090

Contacts
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