September 2008

Special hunts offered on seven tracts in four counties; signup required

The Kansas Department of Wildlife & Parks and KU Endowment have created an opportunity for youths under 16 to hunt deer. More than 1,200 acres owned by KU Endowment will be open to limited hunting during the weekends of Sept. 13-14 and Sept. 20-21. ... Read More

Plan outlines history, standardized approach to management of species

The Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks has developed a plan to manage striped bass hybrids -- commonly known as “wipers” -- in Sunflower State waters.

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Fairgoers can enter drawing for free state park cabin weekends; Kansas Wildscape selling raffle tickets for bass boat

The 2008 Kansas State Fair -- Sept. 5-14 -- offers a wide variety of sights, sounds, food, music, and other entertainment for fair visitors. This ... Read More

Video demonstrates how boaters can help stop spread of aquatic nuisance species

Zebra mussels have spread to six Kansas lakes (Lake Afton, Winfield City Lake, and Cheney, El Dorado, Marion, and Perry reservoirs), with John Redmond Reservoir and Coffey County Lake pending further tests. But as the boating season comes to a ... Read More

Hunt for Hunger honors Arndt’s commitment to outdoors with scholarship

Beau Arndt -- the avid hunter, outdoorsman, and Emporia State University freshman who was killed by a poacher while hunting in December 2007 -- has been honored with a scholarship in his name at Emporia State University (ESU). The Beau Arndt “Love for t ... Read More

Event designed to promote healthy outdoor activities

On Oct. 6-7, the Kansas Recreation and Park Association (KRPA) will conduct a two-day event entitled the Kansas Health Summit: Built Environment and the Outdoors. The event will take place at the Hyatt Regency Hotel and Century II Convention Center in Wichita.

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Weekend hunts on refuge offer quality hunts for participants

Young waterfowl hunters and their mentors are being offered a special hunting opportunity at Neosho Wildlife Area during the upcoming early teal season, ... Read More

Migrating teal numbers similar to last year, well above long-term average

Teal are the smallest ducks, but they are popular among waterfowl hunters; they are the first waterfowl that hunters may pursue each year, and their numbers are generally high. According to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, this year's blue-winged ... Read More

Six species considered for addition to list, three for removal

In accordance with state law (K.S.A. 32-960), the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks will conduct public informational meetings to present background information regarding certain species that may be considered for listing or delisting as Read More

More than 70 state park, wildlife area cabins now available

Kansas state park cabins continue to grow in popularity as more of these modern and comfortable facilities are built across the state. Reserving cabins is now more convenient than ever, as the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks (KDWP) has unveiled an online c ... Read More

Tournament fosters young shooters; Sept. 15 entry deadline

On Saturday, Sept. 20, the Kinsley Gun Club will host its Annual Kids Klassic trap shooting tournament for high school and junior high students. Each youngster will fire at 100 targets. A $20 entry fee will include a custom T-shirt, dinner, and a chance to win a do ... Read More

Park University graduate brings passion for conservation back home

Pheasants Forever (PF)/Quail Forever (QF) have appointed Jordan Martincich as the organization's new regional representative for eastern Kansas. Martincich's primary duties with PF/QF will include starting and supporting chapters and members in the region. ... Read More

Locate playa lakes by county

Wondering how many playas are in your backyard? New maps from the Playa Lakes Joint Venture (PLJV) pinpoint locations of more than 60,000 playa wetlands in 155 counties across six states in High Plains. All 155 maps are available for download from the PLJV Read More

Winter and spring weather extremes negatively affected some areas

“Good to excellent.” That’s the general prognosis for pheasant, quail, and prairie chicken hunting in Kansas this fall. However, there are some areas where the prospects are not so good due to weather extremes since last fall, so hunters will need to do some ... Read More

Special event designed to encourage youth participation in outdoor shooting sports

Youth from Morris and surrounding counties are invited to a free shotgun, pellet rifle, and archery shooting and safety clinic on Saturday, Oct. 11, at Council Grove Reservoir. Sponsored by the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks (KDWP), ... Read More

Halloween critters, hayrack ride, and "monster" myth-busters play featured

"Monster Myths by Moonlight" is the title of an Oct. 11 event at Milford State Park. The event will run from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. and include ... Read More

Entry forms due by Oct. 11

Kids, get out the colored pencils, crayons, markers, or pastels because the Kansas Wildscape Foundation, along with Capitol Federal Savings, is hosting an art contest. Youngsters 15 and younger are asked to depict their favorite outdoor ... Read More

Visitors to enjoy tours of bison enclosure, hay wagon rides, access to restricted areas

Kansas State University's Konza Prairie Biological Station will holds its biennial Visitors' Day on Saturday, Sept. 27. The event will give visitors a chance to view and walk the historic Kansas Flint Hills and the tallgrass prairie and ... Read More

Conservation Achievement Award deadline Dec. 1

Throughout the state, Kansans are actively involved in programs to conserve the environment and promote environmental education and outreach. Often, these dedicated groups and individuals go unnoticed.

To give these people the recognition they deserve, the Kansas Wil ... Read More

Channel catfish, bass, and bluegill stocked; catch-and-release the first year

On Saturday, Oct. 4, the west gate at Jewell State Fishing Lake will be opened to the pu ... Read More