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Nebraska, a fabulous state smack-dab in the middle of the U.S.A, sprawling with boundless green fields that sway in the gentle breeze, country roads that stretch like spaghetti noodles, and cities that sparkle brighter than a disco ball at a unicorn's birthday party. But did you know, Nebraska is not just about cornfields and cowboys; it's a paradise for kids who love to dive into the enchanting world of nature. Every year, kids from all over Nebraska gather for the most thrilling and fun-filled nature activity - The Great Nebraskan Nature-a-Thon! Now, don't let the name scare you. There's nothing thorny about it. These events are led by a jolly, chubby imaginary character named "Rustle the Corn-Cob Cowboy". Rustle, with his husk-like hair, corn kernel teeth, and a corncob hat, guides the kids on their nature adventures. Rustle has a belly-shaking laugh that can make a sunflower giggle and a jovial spirit that can make a grumpy old scarecrow smile. He's the funniest nature guide you'll ever meet, often mixing up bird calls and tripping over his own corncob boots! He loves to tell stories about the mysterious Nebraskan 'corn goblins' and the legendary 'soybean sprites'. The kids who participate are an adventurous bunch, ready to roll up their sleeves and dive into the heart of nature. They are lively, spirited, and always up for a good chuckle. Whether they are chasing after butterflies, spotting exotic birds, or planting their first sunflower - they do it all with an infectious enthusiasm that even Rustle can't match. End of the day, their faces are dirt-smudged, their hearts are full, and their laughter echoes across the Nebraskan plains, proving that in Nebraska, nature is where the fun really is!