The Nebraska Airboaters Association is the largest airboating group in the midwestern USA!
The Nebraska Airboaters Association Inc. was formed in May 1995 and its purpose is to preserve and protect the rights of airboat owners in Nebraska, by working closely with the public and state agencies.
The Association publishes “River Talk”, a newsletter that is sent to all current members of the Association. The newsletter is provided to keep members up-to date with legislative matters, Association events and is your communication link with each other.
As part of your membership benefits:
- The Association contracts full-time services of a lobbyist to keep track of legislative matters that may affect airboaters.
- Various social activities throughout the year.
- Belonging to an Association that is willing to go that extra mile to keep our boats on the river gives you that good feeling you are contributing to a great cause.
- Free use of the 'Homefront' area at North Bend. Airboat ramp and shelter.
- 8 Scholarships awarded annually.
Video of Homefront Area near North Bend NE
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Photo Gallery
Take a look at all the fun we are having on the river! View our Photo Gallery for pictures of great times with family and friends at our many events.
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Meetings & Events
- May 23, Fishing Tournament
- June 7, 1:00 PM Directors Meeting @ Homefront
- July 18, Veterans Rides @ Homefront
- July 24, Weekend Kickoff Party @ Homefront
- July 25, Columbus Run
- July 26, Clarks Run
2026 Nebraska Airboat Association Catfish Tournament
Reel in the Big One!
Date & Time
Date: Saturday, May 23, 2026
Lines In: 6:00 AM
Weigh-In: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Location
Start at your location no sooner than 6:00 AM. Fish to NAA Homefront in North Bend for weigh-in. Fish fry to follow. Family welcome.
Entry Fee & Registration
$60 per boat / team
Registration deadline: May 20, 2026
Pay via Venmo, PayPal, or CC on registration form. Include team name in payment note.
Rules
- All participants must have valid Nebraska fishing licenses
- Teams of 2 anglers per boat (+ kids 13 and under)
- Only rod and reel — no trotlines, jugs, or noodling
- All fish must be caught in Platte River
- 13″ minimum length. Fish must be kept alive for weigh-in when possible
- Tournament officials’ decisions are final
- Kids 13 and under fish for free. Their fish contribute to total weight
Prizes
- 1st Place: 60% total purse
- 2nd Place: 30% total purse
- 3rd Place: 10% total purse
- Big Fish Award: 100% payout
Contact
Tournament Director – Shane Swahn
402-960-4693
shaneswahn@yahoo.com