Victoria Spring State Park (Located 7 miles east of town) There is a small lake that provides fishing or you can rent paddle boats by the hour. There is also a nice picnic area and playground equipment for the kids to play on. Milburn Dam ( Located 8 miles east and about 10 miles north) This a an irrigation dam that also provides a nice place to fish. Arnold State Park ( Located in Arnold about 26 miles west and south ) This is a small pond that provides a place to fish and picnic. Big Sky Celebration( This is here in Anselmo on the 3rd weekend in June) There is a parade, softball tournament, kids races, a ranch rodeo and many other activities. Pioneer Picnic ( This is Callaway's annual celebration held the 4th weekend in June ) There is a Rodeo and a variety of other fun activities to fill your weekend with fun and games. Besley National Forest (Located 31 miles northwest along highway 2). Comstock 2nd wind ranch (Located about 42 miles east of Anselmo on oiled county road) www.windmillenterprizes.net They put on 2 to 3 major concerts each year. South Loup River Blues & Barbecue (located in Arnold 26 miles west and south). Blues festival is in July. Friday evening is usually free. Sandhills Open Road Challenge Race (located in Arnold 26 miles west and south). Is held Aug. For more info go to. www.sorcrace.com