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PCSO Bertrand Cam | ACE (Public Alliance for Community Energy) |
Located along Highway 23, or the Hi-Line (highest land
between the Platte and Republican Rivers in Nebraska), Bertrand was settled
in 1877 by hardy pioneers who lived through numerous hardships. Far from their
former homes and markets, they braved heat and drought, blinding blizzards and
roaring prairie fires. By 1882, however, most of our countryside was settled
and on
Today, more than a century later, Bertrand continues to flourish: irrigation has changed this section of the "Great American Desert" into productive farmland, with corn, wheat, soybeans and alfalfa as the principal crops. In the Village itself, tree-lined, paved streets and comfortable homes are the rule.
Bertrand boasts a high quality of life, providing excellent
water, sewer and garbage services, County Law Enforcement and local fire protection,
an emergency unit staffed with certified EMTs, nursing home and assisted living,
elderly apartment complexes and an active senior center. Bertrand also has a
comprehensive
Bertrand also features a 9-hole, par 35 golf course beautifully maintained with reasonable green fees (tee times not required.) The course overlooks the scenic rolling hills of pastureland south of town and is open from early spring through late fall (plus whenever weather permits year round!).
In the springtime we host many winged visitors. In February
and March about 500,000 Sandhill Cranes stop along the
Events in Bertrand include an annual fishing tournament
in early June, 4th of July celebration, public swimming pool (open all summer)
and the annual Bertrand Days in June. The rodeo is one of the area's best
and features two nights of bull and bronc riding, along with activities and
events for the whole family. Late October or early November features one of
the area's busiest craft show, with exhibitors from all over a three-state
region. Fishing is also available just a short distance away at
Come visit Bertrand for a first-hand look. We're just 16 miles from Interstate 80 in south central Nebraska.
Additional and more detailed information about Bertrand may be obtained by contacting:
Village of Bertrand P. O. Box 295 Bertrand, NE 68927 308-472-3455 |