Kansas Outdoor Events


09/28/2023

Little Jerusalem 09-28

Location: Little Jerusalem Badlands State Park

Type: Off Trail Hike

Date: Thursday, September 28, 2023

Contact: Sara Kay Carrell

Phone No: 620-872-2061 or sarakay.carrell@ks.gov

Time: 9:00 am - 11:00 am


Other Information:

***NOTICE*** ***NOTICE*** Ferruginous hawk is nesting at LJBSP. With an active nest, tours may be a shorter time/distance than normal. We must avoid the area of the hawk nest until they have fledged!

Please be observant of weather conditions!! I cannot have tours if there has been recent rains, snow or melting/melted snow. It is also unsafe to have tours in high wind weather (which happens often here!). Hiking off trail in wet conditions damages the environment of Little Jerusalem. Monitor the National Weather Service locations for Scott City and Oakley to be familiar with weather conditions prior to your trip!

**Restrooms are currently open. Please be advised that due to unavoidable circumstances, there might be temporary closures of restrooms due to water issues. Plan ahead and make stops in Oakley or Scott City just in case!**

**My days off vary for the month of September. I check emails only when at work. Please plan ahead when making your reservations to know for sure there is space available in a tour or that there is not a tour cancellation due to weather!!!

Space is limited on tours. Spaces must be reserved. I try for the tours to not be too much larger than 15-20 people. Please make your plans and email sarakay.carrell@ks.gov to reserve a spot! Hikes down in the rocks will be approximately 1.5 hours. Please plan for about a 2 hour timeframe to allow for time to hike back to the parking lot!. Email is the BEST way to reach Sara Kay!!!

Come to Little Jerusalem Badlands State Park and enjoy an off trail guided hike lead by the naturalist! Be prepared for rough hiking, uneven terrain, and scrambling thru grass and brush. Wear boots or other appropriate footwear that covers the feet. Bring water, a snack, binoculars, and a hiking stick! Please do not underestimate the terrain.

During the summer, it is HOT down in the canyons. The rock formations do a great job of blocking the wind, so BE PREPARED for temperatures to be 10+ degrees warmer during the hike in the rocks!

During the winter, it can be pretty chilly in the rock formations! The winds are predominantly North or Northwest winds, which means the wind whips right thru the canyon bottoms and can chill us down! Plan for a wind chill factor in the winter!

We will start at the main overlook at the west end of the parking lot (The Ramada Overlook) and venture off in a direction that will take us off into the bottoms of the rock formations. Once at the base of the rocks, we will explore the various nooks, crannies, and spires of Little Jerusalem's Niobrara chalk formations. Along the way, we learn about the grasses, forbs, mammals, reptiles, insects, geology, and other great things that nature presents to us.  Be prepared for rough hiking, uneven terrain, ups and downs, and scrambling thru grass and brush. No set path is followed! So be ready for an adventure! It is an intermediate level hike/terrain. We hike at a moderate pace with stop and go to learn, talk, ask questions, and take photos.

**Hikes will be cancelled by inclement weather!** If it is snowing, blizzarding, freezing rain, raining, lightning, or any other unsafe weather brought on by Mother Nature, all activities will be canceled at Little Jerusalem. Scott City and Oakley are the closest towns to search for weather on National Weather Service. 


09/30/2023

21th Annual Fall River Rendezvous

Location: Fall River State Park - Fredonia Bay Area

Type: Historical Reenactment of the Mountain Man Era 1800-1840

Date: Saturday, September 30, 2023

Contact: Kimberly Jones

Phone No: 620-637-2213

Time: 9:00 am - 6:00 pm


Other Information:

Step back to 1823, a time with the mountain man and the American Indians walked the recently purchased Louisiana Purchase. A time when Lewis and Clark had finished their exploration, and others were wanting to follow in their footsteps. The event interprets 1800-1840 with a traditional rendezvous when Mountain Men and American Indians camped together to trade for needed supplies from the fur companies. Activities may include Indian and Mountain Men Encampments, Historical Traders, Blackpowder Shoot, Tomahawk Throw, Skillet Throw for the Ladies, and a Kids Gold Rush. Come out to Fall River State Park and step back to 1823.


CRUZIN THE SHORELINE

Location: Perry State Park

Type: Car Show and Parade

Date: Saturday, September 30, 2023

Contact: Denny Tryon or Donna Tryon

Phone No: 785-554-5846 or 785-845-2794

This is an All Day Event


Other Information:

Curzin the Shoreline - Start time and arrival to Perry State Park will be determined later.

BSA Scout Troop 167 will be in attendance at the stopping point at the Lake View Boat Ramp Shelter at Perry State Park. contact Denny Tryon 785-554-5846 or Donna Tyron 785-845-2794 for any questions or concerns for this event.

All Visitors into the Park will need a vehicle permit.

Vehicle Permits are REQUIRED FOR ALL VEHICLES to enter the State Park- No matter the length of stay.

Follow any current Covid 19 regulations.


Barton Co. - Great Bend

Location: City of Great Bend Police Range

Type: Hunter Ed Internet assisted field day and testing session

Date: Saturday, September 30, 2023

Time: 8:00 am - 2:00 pm


Other Information:

Registration and additional information is available online at www.safehunters.com

If you have questions, please contact the instructor at lboxberger2@cox.net.


Barton Co. - Stafford

Location: Quivira National Wildlife Refuge Visitor's Center

Type: Hunter Ed Internet assisted field day and testing session

Date: Saturday, September 30, 2023

Time: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm


Other Information:

Registration and additional information is available online at www.safehunters.com


Greater Andover Days

Location: Andover

Type: Aquatic Education

Date: Saturday, September 30, 2023

Contact: City of Andover

Phone No: 316-733-1303

Time: 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm


Other Information:

Contact the City of Andover to register for the fishing clinics during the Great Andover Days event. Each clinic is limited to 20 participants, will run for 50mins, and start on the hour (1pm, 2pm, and 3pm). Fishing is FREE and equipment is provided.


KANSAS STATE BASS FISHING

Location: Perry State Park

Type: Tournament

Date: Saturday, September 30, 2023

Contact: Logan Stackhouse

Phone No: 816-728-1242

Time: 5:00 am - 4:00 pm


Other Information:

Bass Fishing Tournament

Location: NORTH BOAT RAMP

Vehicle Permits are REQUIRED for all vehicles to enter the State Park - no matter the length of stay.


The Bass Federation of Kansas

Location: Wilson State Park Hell Creek Boat Ramp

Type: Fishing Tournament

Dates: 09/30/23 - 10/01/23

Contact: Larry Stoafer

Phone No: 913-240-5254

Time: 7:00 am - 3:00 pm



Marion Co. - Ramona

Location: Trinity Lutheran Parish Hall

Type: Hunter Ed Course

Dates: 09/30/23 - 10/01/23


Other Information:

Registration and additional information is available online at www.safehunters.com. The link rarely works, please type the address into your browser.


10/01/2023

Jackson Co. - Holton

Location: Banner Creek Lake

Type: Hunter Ed Internet assisted field day and testingsession

Date: Sunday, October 01, 2023

Time: 10:30 am - 5:00 pm


Other Information:

Registration and additional information is available online at www.safehunters.com.


10/02/2023

Little Jerusalem 10-02

Location: Little Jerusalem Badlands State Park

Type: Off Trail Hike

Date: Monday, October 02, 2023

Contact: Sara Kay Carrell sarakay.carrell@ks.gov

Phone No: 620-872-2061

Time: 10:00 am - 12:00 pm


Other Information:

***NOTICE*** Ferruginous hawk is nesting at LJBSP. With an active nest, tours may be a shorter time/distance than normal. We must avoid the area of the hawk nest until they have fledged!

Please be observant of weather conditions!! I cannot have tours if there has been recent rains, snow or melting/melted snow. It is also unsafe to have tours in high wind weather (which happens often here!). Hiking off trail in wet conditions damages the environment of Little Jerusalem. Monitor the National Weather Service locations for Scott City and Oakley to be familiar with weather conditions prior to your trip!

**Restrooms are currently open. Please be advised that due to unavoidable circumstances, there might be temporary closures of restrooms due to water issues. Plan ahead and make stops in Oakley or Scott City just in case!**

**My days off vary for the month of September/October. I check emails only when at work. Please plan ahead when making your reservations to know for sure there is space available in a tour!!!

Space is limited on tours. Spaces must be reserved. I try for the tours to not be too much larger than 15 people. Please make your plans and email sarakay.carrell@ks.gov to reserve a spot! Hikes down in the rocks will be approximately 1.5 hours. Please plan for about a 2 hour timeframe to allow for time to hike back to the parking lot!. Email is the BEST way to reach Sara Kay!!!

Come to Little Jerusalem Badlands State Park and enjoy an off trail guided hike lead by the naturalist! Be prepared for rough hiking, uneven terrain, and scrambling thru grass and brush. Wear boots or other appropriate footwear that covers the feet. Bring water, a snack, binoculars, and a hiking stick! Please do not underestimate the terrain.

During the summer, it is HOT down in the canyons. The rock formations do a great job of blocking the wind, so BE PREPARED for temperatures to be 10+ degrees warmer during the hike in the rocks!

During the winter, it can be pretty chilly in the rock formations! The winds are predominantly North or Northwest winds, which means the wind whips right thru the canyon bottoms and can chill us down! Plan for a wind chill factor in the winter!

We will start at the Life on the Rocks trail head and venture off in a direction that will take us off into the bottoms of the rock formations. Once at the base of the rocks, we will explore the various nooks, crannies, and spires of Little Jerusalem's Niobrara chalk formations. Along the way, we learn about the grasses, forbs, mammals, reptiles, insects, geology, and other great things that nature presents to us.  Be prepared for rough hiking, uneven terrain, ups and downs, and scrambling thru grass and brush. No set path is followed! So be ready for an adventure! It is an intermediate level hike/terrain. We hike at a moderate pace with stop and go to learn, talk, ask questions, and take photos.

**Hikes will be cancelled by inclement weather!** If it is snowing, blizzarding, freezing rain, raining, lightning, or any other unsafe weather brought on by Mother Nature, all activities will be canceled at Little Jerusalem. Scott City and Oakley are the closest towns to search for weather on National Weather Service. Please call the Historic Lake Scott office for the latest update on weather cancellations, 620-872-2061


09/26/2023

Riley Co. - Manhattan

Location: Tuttle Creek State Park and Fancy Creek Shooting Range

Type: Hunter Ed Course

Dates: 09/26/23 - 10/03/23

Contact: Tuttle Creek State Park Office


Other Information:

Course Times: Class room, 09/26 & 10/03: 6 PM to 10 PM. Field day, 30 Sept.: 8 AM to 4:30 PM

Course Location/Address: Pre-registration required. Attendees pick up manual, course syllabus and class locations at Tuttle Creek state park office, 8-4:30 daily. Course is limited to 30 students. Students must attend all, three sessions. Classroom is held in Manhattan and field day is at Fancy Creek Shooting Range near Randolph. Class is free. 


10/07/2023

Wakonda Indian Festival

Location: Glen Elder State Park

Type: Indian Festival

Date: Saturday, October 07, 2023

Contact: Sharon Sahlfeld

Phone No: 785-738-8035

Time: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm


Other Information:

Offering Native American dance, music, artwork, food and educational interaction with the crowd.


Little Apple GLOW PADDLE

Location: Tuttle Creek State Park

Type: Kayaking

Date: Saturday, October 07, 2023

Contact: Todd Lovin

Phone No: 785-539-7941

Time: 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm


Other Information:

Little Apple Glow Paddle
Spend the evening on River Pond for the annual Little Apple Glow Paddle. Family-fun for all ages; wear your costumes and decorate your boat. End the evening with s'mores by the campfire! Don't forget, life jackets are REQUIRED! Vehicle permits are required to enter the Kansas State Park, it is $5 for a day pass or $25 for the calendar year vehicle permit. The event itself does not cost to attend. If wanting to rent a kayak, it is $10 per kayak, and you can do so by calling the Tuttle Creek State Park Office at 785-539-7941. Children under the age of 12 cannot go alone in the kayak, a tandem kayak will have to be rented. 


Friends of Perry Lake Wild Horse Trails

Location: Perry State Park

Type: Trail Ride

Date: Saturday, October 07, 2023

Contact: Amy Schmidtlein

Phone No: 785-640-1600

Time: 4:00 pm - 10:00 pm


Other Information:

Location Wild Horse Equestrian Shelter and Trials

Chili & Pie Supper and Moonlight Ride

In case of inclement weather-and more event details will be updated on "Let's Ride - Perry Lake" Facebook page.

Please remember all vehicles must have a permit 

All camping fees will apply.

NOTICE: All events will be done in accordance with the State of Kansas Covid 19 guidelines.


Montgomery Co. - Caney

Location: Caney Recreation Center

Type: Hunter Ed Interested assisted field day and testing session

Date: Saturday, October 07, 2023

Time: 8:30 am - 4:00 pm


Other Information:

Registration and additional information is online at www.safehunters.com


Leavenworth Co. - Tonganoxie

Location: Tonganoxie Rec

Type: Hunter Ed Internet assisted field day and testing session

Date: Saturday, October 07, 2023

This is an All Day Event


Other Information:

Contact Brad at Tonganoxie Recreation Office, TRC website http://bit.ly/1zk4vb7,or email brad-trc@sunflower.com to register/ Tonganoxie City Maintenance Shop located at 1536 E. 4th St. Tonganoxie, KS. 66086. Cost $5 for lunch (Gambinos Pizza and Water).


Reno Co. - Hutchinson

Location: Central Kansas Gun Club

Type: Hunter Ed Internet assisted field day and testing session

Date: Saturday, October 07, 2023

Time: 8:00 am - 4:00 pm


Other Information:

Registration and additional information is available online at www.safehunters.com. The link will NOT work, please type the address into your browser.


10/08/2023

East KS Bassmasters

Location: East Ramp

Type: Tournament

Date: Sunday, October 08, 2023

This is an All Day Event



10/07/2023

Sedgwick Co. - Goddard

Location: Lake Afton

Type: Hunter Ed Course

Dates: 10/07/23 - 10/08/23


Other Information:

Registration and additional information is posted on www.safehunters.com. Please type the address into your browser, the link will not work.


Anderson Co. - Garnett

Location: Garnett Lake

Type: Hunter Ed Course

Dates: 10/07/23 - 10/08/23

Contact: Rockers

Phone No: 785-835-6580


Other Information:

Oct 7 8:30am - 5pm Classroom instruction - Bring your own lunch

Oct 8 12:30 - 5pm  Field day exercises; will be much like an actual hunt as possible with live fire and outdoor activities (all firearms and ammunition provided). It is recommended to wear boots or walking shoes and long pants.

Students must be 11 to become certified and attend both days.

$15.00 each student to offset facility fees.

Students must pre-register to attend

Limited class size

Registration Contact: Rockers 785-835-6580.


10/08/2023

Anderson Co. - Garnett

Location: Garnett Lake

Type: Hunter Ed Internet assisted field day and testing session

Date: Sunday, October 08, 2023

Contact: Rockers

Phone No: 785-835-6580

This is an All Day Event


Other Information:

Sunday Oct 8th: 9:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Bring your own lunch Internet Students must complete the online portion of the course at: www.ksoutdoors.com or (https://programs.ksoutdoors.com/prg/Programs/Hunter-Education-Certification) prior to attending the field day. Please read all instructions online: students are required to bring to class the Certificate of Online Completion. Each student will be issued a pre-test over the online materials. A passing score of 22 correct answers out of 25 questions is required to proceed with the rest of the course. Students failing to achieve the minimum score of 22 will be dismissed from the class. Internet students are required to complete classroom training and participate in the Field Day exercises. Field Day exercises; will be much like an actual hunt as possible with live fire and outdoor activities (all firearms and ammunition will be provided). It is recommended to wear boots or walking shoes and long pants. Students must be 11 to become certified $15.00 each student to offset facility fees Students must be pre-registered to attend Limited Class Size Contact: Rockers 785-835-6580


10/07/2023

Sumner Co. - Belle Plaine

Location: Belle Plaine Community Center

Type: Hunter Ed Course

Dates: 10/07/23 - 10/08/23

Contact: City Building

Phone No: 620-488-3433

Time: 8:00 am - 4:00 pm


Other Information:

Class will be held Oct 7 from 8-4pm and Oct 8 from 12-4pm.


10/09/2023

Little Jerusalem 10-09

Location: Little Jerusalem Badlands State Park

Type: Off Trail Hike

Date: Monday, October 09, 2023

Contact: Sara Kay Carrell sarakay.carrell@ks.gov

Phone No: 620-872-2061

Time: 10:00 am - 12:00 pm


Other Information:

Please be observant of weather conditions!! Kansas weather is being even more unpredictable than usual!!! I cannot have tours if there has been recent rains, snow or melting/melted snow. Hiking off trail in wet conditions damages the environment of Little Jerusalem. It is also unsafe to have tours in high wind weather (which happens often here!) Monitor the National Weather Service locations for Scott City and Oakley to be familiar with weather conditions prior to your trip!

*Restrooms are currently open* On occasion we do experience temporary closures due to water supply issues. Please plan accordingly prior to your arrival, just in case.  Oakley, Scott City, or Lake Scott are the only close by locations for restroom options. 

**My days off vary the month of September/October. I only check emails on work days. Please plan ahead when making your reservations to know for sure there is space available in a tour!!!

Space is limited on tours. Spaces must be reserved. I try for the tours to not be too much larger than 15-20 people. Please make your plans and email sarakay.carrell@ks.gov to reserve a spot! Hikes down in the rocks will be approximately 1.5 hours. Please plan for about a 2 hour timeframe to allow for time to hike back to the parking lot!. Email is the BEST way to reach Sara Kay!!!

Come to Little Jerusalem Badlands State Park and enjoy an off trail guided hike lead by the naturalist! Be prepared for rough hiking, uneven terrain, and scrambling thru grass and brush. Wear boots or other appropriate footwear that covers the feet. Bring water, a snack, binoculars, and a hiking stick! Please do not underestimate the terrain.

During the summer, it is HOT down in the canyons. The rock formations do a great job of blocking the wind, so BE PREPARED for temperatures to be 10+ degrees warmer during the hike in the rocks!

During the winter, it can be pretty chilly in the rock formations! The winds are predominantly North or Northwest winds, which means the wind whips right thru the canyon bottoms and can chill us down! Plan for a wind chill factor in the winter!

We will start at the main overlook at the west end of the parking lot (The Ramada Overlook) and venture off in a direction that will take us off into the bottoms of the rock formations. Once at the base of the rocks, we will explore the various nooks, crannies, and spires of Little Jerusalem's Niobrara chalk formations. Along the way, we learn about the grasses, forbs, mammals, reptiles, insects, geology, and other great things that nature presents to us.  Be prepared for rough hiking, uneven terrain, ups and downs, and scrambling thru grass and brush. No set path is followed! So be ready for an adventure! It is an intermediate level hike/terrain. We hike at a moderate pace with stop and go to learn, talk, ask questions, and take photos.

**Hikes will be cancelled by inclement weather!** If it is snowing, blizzarding, freezing rain, raining, lightning, or any other unsafe weather brought on by Mother Nature, all activities will be canceled at Little Jerusalem. Scott City and Oakley are the closest towns to search for weather on National Weather Service. Cancellation notices will be posted on this hike day's info.


10/14/2023

Halloween in the Park

Location: Meade State Park

Type: campsite decoration, trick-or-treat, costumes, trunk-or-treat

Date: Saturday, October 14, 2023

Contact: Meade State Park

Phone No: (620) 873-2572

Time: 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm


Other Information:

Check out our facebook page www.facebook.com/MeadeStatePark for more information on this event or call the park office.


10/06/2023

Douglas Co. - Lawrence

Location: First Presbyterian Church

Type: Hunter Ed Course

Dates: 10/06/23 - 10/14/23

Time: 5:45 pm - 9:00 pm


Other Information:

Registration and additional information is available online at www.safehunters.com. The link will not work, please type the address into your browser.

The Lawrence Fraternal Order of Police Lodge #2 is sponsoring a Hunter Education Course. ENROLL AT SAFEHUNTERS.COM. Friday, October 6, 2023 5:45-9:00 p.m. at The Lawrence First Presbyterian Church (2415 West Clinton Parkway, Lawrence, KS) in the Fellowship Hall AND Saturday, October 14, 2023 7:30 a.m-5:00 p.m. at the Fraternal Order of Police Lodge. Attendance on both days is required to pass. Parents or guardians of young students are welcome to attend along with their child if they like. PLEASE DO NOT ENROLL IN THE COURSE IF YOU ALREADY HAVE A HUNTER EDUCATION CERTIFICATE!! If you are only accompanying a child and do not need the course yourself, just come with them, do not enroll. Doing so uses up a spot a potential student may need. Students must be at least 11 years old as of October 14, 2023 to enroll in the course. All persons born after July 1, 1957 must have a Hunter Education certificate to hunt in Kansas. When registering, please provide your full legal name and do not use nicknames. Directions to the FOP Lodge will be provided to students on the first evening of class. Dress for the weather on October 14, because most of the day will be outside. A lunch of hotdogs, beans and chips will be provided for $5.00 or students are welcome to bring their own lunch if they prefer. Any questions may be directed to Course Director Max Miller at maxmmiller65@gmail.com.   


10/14/2023

Ellsworth Co. - Ellsworth

Location: EW Co Sportsman Club

Type: Hunter Ed Internet assisted field day and testing session

Date: Saturday, October 14, 2023

Time: 8:00 am - 2:00 pm


Other Information:

Registration and additional information is available online at www.safehunters.com

If you have questions, please contact the instructor at lboxberger2@cox.net


Riley Co. - Randolph

Location: Blue Valley High School

Type: Hunter Ed Internet assisted field day and testing session

Date: Saturday, October 14, 2023

Time: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm


Other Information:

Registration and additional information is available online at www.safehunters.com


10/10/2023

Crawford Co. - Pittsburg

Location: PSU - Grubbs Hall Room 109

Type: Hunter Ed Course

Dates: 10/10/23 - 10/14/23

Time: 6:00 pm - 9:30 pm


Other Information:

Registration and additional information is available online www.safehunters.com. The link will NOT work so please type the address into your browser.


10/14/2023

Pratt Co. - Pratt

Location: KDWP Operations Office

Type: Hunter Ed Internet assisted field day and testing session

Date: Saturday, October 14, 2023

Time: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm


Other Information:

Registration and additional information is available online at safehunters.com. You will have to type the address, the link will NOT work.


Wicked Whisker Tournament Series

Location: Perry State Park

Type: Tournament

Date: Saturday, October 14, 2023

Contact: Jeremy gregg

Phone No: 402-515-7176

Time: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm


Other Information:

Catfish Fishing Tournament

Location: Lake View Boat Ramp

Vehicle Permits are REQUIRED for all vehicles to enter the State Park - no matter the length of stay.


10/13/2023

Saddle and Sirloin Club of Kansas City

Location: Perry State Park

Type: Trail Ride

Dates: 10/13/23 - 10/15/23

Contact: Jo Turner and Dewayne Burgess

Phone No: 785-230-4349 or 785-230-5241

This is an All Day Event


Other Information:

Location: Wild Horse Equestrian Shelter, Campground and Trails

Check Facebook "Let's Ride--Perry Lake"

Vehicle Permits are REQUIRED FOR ALL VEHICLES to enter the State Park- No matter the length of stay.

All camping fees will apply.

NOTICE: All events will be done in accordance with the State of Kansas Covid 19 guidelines.


10/15/2023

Kansas Buddy Bass

Location: East Ramp

Type: Fishing Tournament

Date: Sunday, October 15, 2023

This is an All Day Event



10/16/2023

Little Jerusalem 10-16

Location: Little Jerusalem Badlands State Park

Type: Off Trail Hike

Date: Monday, October 16, 2023

Contact: Sara Kay Carrell sarakay.carrell@ks.gov

Phone No: 620-872-2061

Time: 10:00 am - 12:00 pm


Other Information:

Please be observant of weather conditions!! Kansas weather is being even more unpredictable than ever !!! I cannot have tours if there has been recent rains, snow or melting/melted snow. Hiking off trail in wet conditions damages the environment of Little Jerusalem. It is also unsafe to have tours in high wind weather (which happens often here!) Monitor the National Weather Service locations for Scott City and Oakley to be familiar with weather conditions prior to your trip!

*Restrooms are currently open* Be aware that on occasion we do experience issues with bathrooms and there may be temporary closurse due to water supply issues. Please plan accordingly prior to your arrival for that "just in case" time. Oakley, Scott City, or Lake Scott are the only close by locations for restroom options.

**My days off vary the month of October. I only check email on my work days. Please plan ahead when making your reservations to know for sure there is space available in a tour!!!

Space is limited on tours. Spaces must be reserved. I try for the tours to not be too much larger than 15-20 people. Please make your plans and email sarakay.carrell@ks.gov to reserve a spot! Hikes down in the rocks will be approximately 1.5 hours. Please plan for about a 2 hour timeframe to allow for time to hike back to the parking lot!. Email is the BEST way to reach Sara Kay!!!

Come to Little Jerusalem Badlands State Park and enjoy an off trail guided hike lead by the naturalist! Be prepared for rough hiking, uneven terrain, and scrambling thru grass and brush. Wear boots or other appropriate footwear that covers the feet. Bring water, a snack, binoculars, and a hiking stick! Please do not underestimate the terrain.

During the summer, it is HOT down in the canyons. The rock formations do a great job of blocking the wind, so BE PREPARED for temperatures to be 10+ degrees warmer during the hike in the rocks!

During the winter, it can be pretty chilly in the rock formations! The winds are predominantly North or Northwest winds, which means the wind whips right thru the canyon bottoms and can chill us down! Plan for a wind chill factor in the winter!

We will start at the main overlook at the west end of the parking lot (The Ramada Overlook) and venture off in a direction that will take us off into the bottoms of the rock formations. Once at the base of the rocks, we will explore the various nooks, crannies, and spires of Little Jerusalem's Niobrara chalk formations. Along the way, we learn about the grasses, forbs, mammals, reptiles, insects, geology, and other great things that nature presents to us.  Be prepared for rough hiking, uneven terrain, ups and downs, and scrambling thru grass and brush. No set path is followed! So be ready for an adventure! It is an intermediate level hike/terrain. We hike at a moderate pace with stop and go to learn, talk, ask questions, and take photos.

**Hikes will be cancelled by inclement weather!** If it is snowing, blizzarding, freezing rain, raining, lightning, or any other unsafe weather brought on by Mother Nature, all activities will be canceled at Little Jerusalem. Scott City and Oakley are the closest towns to search for weather on National Weather Service. Cancellation notices will be posted on this hike day's info.


Greeley Co - Tribune

Location: Greeley Co Fairgrounds

Type: Hunter Ed Course

Dates: 10/16/23 - 10/19/23

Contact: Todd Schmidt

Phone No: 620-376-4284

Time: 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm


Other Information:

Todd Schmidt, Greeley County Extension Agent (620) 376-4284 tschmidt@ksu.edu Greeley County Fairgrounds 1001 Ingalls Avenue Tribune, KS 67879


10/21/2023

Ghostly storytelling

Location: Kanza Campground

Type: Ghostly Party

Date: Saturday, October 21, 2023

Time: 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm


Other Information:

Hay rack rides, smores, & warm drinks.  Free with a park permit.


Geary Co. - Junction City

Location: Sportsman Acres

Type: Hunter Ed Internet assisted field day and testing session

Date: Saturday, October 21, 2023

Time: 8:30 am - 4:30 pm


Other Information:

Registration and additional information is available online at www.safehunters.com

Registration doesn't open until Sept 20.


10/19/2023

Johnson Co. - Olathe

Location: Bass Pro Shops

Type: Hunter Ed Course

Dates: 10/19/23 - 10/21/23


Other Information:

Registration and additional information is available on www.safehunters.com. The link will not work from this site. Please type the address into your browser. This class registration will open Sept 19, 2023.


10/21/2023

Bikes, BBQ, and John Brown - Osawatomie Tourism Dept

Location: Flint Hills Trail - Mile Zero in Osawatomie

Type: Bicycle Ride

Date: Saturday, October 21, 2023

Time: 8:00 am - 4:00 pm


Other Information:

Ride the beautiful Flint Hills Trail from Mile Zero in Osawatomie to Legacy Square in Ottawa.  Your entry fee will include a race, dinner, and t-shirt. Sign up here: https://runsignup.com/Race/KS/Osawatomie/BikesBBQandJohnBrown


Leavenworth Co. - Linwood

Location: Tri County Rod and Gun Club

Type: Hunter Ed Internet assisted field day and testing session

Date: Saturday, October 21, 2023

Time: 8:00 am - 4:00 pm


Other Information:

Registration and additional information is available online at www.safehunters.com


10/14/2023

Nemaha Co. - Sabetha

Location: Sabetha City Hall

Type: Hunter Ed Course

Dates: 10/14/23 - 10/21/23

Contact: Sabetha City Hall

Phone No: 785-284-2158



10/21/2023

Clay Co . - Clay Center

Location: 4H Conference Building

Type: Hunter Ed Internet assisted field day and testing session

Date: Saturday, October 21, 2023

Time: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm


Other Information:

Registration and additional information is available online at www.safehunters.com


Halloween at Perry State Park

Location: Perry State Park

Type: Campsite Decorations Hay Rack Ride

Date: Saturday, October 21, 2023

Contact: Perry State Park

Phone No: 785-246-3449

Time: 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm


Other Information:

Please check out our Facebook page for updates: https://www.facebook.com/PerryStatePark

Location Lake View Shelter

Vehicle permits will be required.

Trick or Treating

Campsite decorations are encouraged.

There will be a hayrack ride, hot chocolate and smores!


09/27/2023

Morris Co. - Council Grove

Location: 4H Building

Type: Hunter Ed Course

Dates: 09/27/23 - 10/21/23

Contact: Steve Crichton

Phone No: 785-466-1941

Time: 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm



10/21/2023

Rawlins Co. - Atwood

Location: Rawlins County Sportsman Club

Type: Hunter Ed Internet assisted field day and testing session

Date: Saturday, October 21, 2023

Contact: Great Outdoor Gun Shop - Jared Ireland

Phone No: 785-260-1149

This is an All Day Event



10/19/2023

Renegades

Location: Perry State Park

Type: Trail Ride

Dates: 10/19/23 - 10/22/23

This is an All Day Event


Other Information:

Location Wild Horse Equestrian Shelter

Please remember all vehicles must have a permit

All camping fees will apply.

NOTICE: All events will be done in accordance with the State of Kansas Covid 19 guidelines.


10/21/2023

Denver Bassmasters

Location: Wilson State park Hell Creek Boat Ramp

Type: Fishing Tournament

Dates: 10/21/23 - 10/22/23

Contact: Howard Binkley

Phone No: 720-375-4870

Time: 5:00 am - 4:00 pm



10/22/2023

Republic Co. - Belleville

Location: Belleville

Type: Hunter Education Internet assisted field day and testing session

Date: Sunday, October 22, 2023

Contact: James Melton

Phone No: 785-527-2201

Time: 8:00 am - 4:30 pm


Other Information:

LOCATION IS 1134 80 ROAD SCANDIA KS. 66966 1 MILE WEST OF SCANDIA AND NORT 3/8 MILE ON WEST SIDE OF ROAD


10/21/2023

Jackson Co. - Mayetta

Location: Prairie Band Tribal PD Shooting Range

Type: Hunter Ed Course

Dates: 10/21/23 - 10/22/23

Contact: Sgt Chris Swenson

Phone No: 785-966-6650


Other Information:

Students can register with  Sgt. Chris Swenson 785-966-6650 or christopherswenson@pbpnation.org.


10/28/2023

Coffey Co. - Burlington

Location: Coffey Co 4H Building

Type: Hunter Ed Internet assisted field day and testing session

Date: Saturday, October 28, 2023

Time: 8:00 am - 4:30 pm


Other Information:

Registration and additional information is available online at www.safehunters.com. The link will NOT work, please type the address into your browser.


R Catz Catfish Tourament

Location: Perry State Park

Type: Tournament

Date: Saturday, October 28, 2023

Contact: William Parnker

Phone No: 620-704-3958

This is an All Day Event


Other Information:

Catfish Fishing Tournament

Location: Lake View Boat Ramp

Vehicle Permits are REQUIRED for all vehicles to enter the State Park - no matter the length of stay.


Kansas Rails-To-Trails Extravaganza - Outlaw 100

Location: Prairie Spirit Trail - Ottawa, KS Start

Type: Extreme Running

Dates: 10/28/23 - 10/29/23

Time: 6:00 am - 12:00 pm


Other Information:

The Kansas Rails-To-Trails Extravaganza runs every fall on the Prairie Spirit Trail.  Choose from 1/2 Marathon, Full Marathon, 50K, 50M, 100K, and 100M distances.  Visit https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=99121 to sign up.


10/24/2023

Riley Co. - Manhattan

Location: Tuttle Creek State Park and Fancy Creek

Type: Hunter Ed Course

Dates: 10/24/23 - 10/31/23

Contact: Tuttle Creek State Park office


Other Information:

Classroom, 24 & 28: 6:00-10:00PM, Field day, 10/31, 8:00 am to 4:30 PM

Pre-registration required at Tuttle Creek State Park office(8-4:30). Students receive manual, class syllabus and locations of classroom and field day. Class is held in Manhattan and field day at Fancy Creek range near Randolph, KS. Class is free. Students must attend all three sessions. 


11/02/2023

Johnson Co. - Olathe

Location: Bass Pro Shops

Type: Hunter Ed Course

Dates: 11/02/23 - 11/04/23


Other Information:

Registration and additional information is available on www.safehunters.com. The link will not work from this site. Please type the address into your browser. This class registration will open Oct 2, 2023.


11/04/2023

Ottawa Co. - Minneapolis

Location: Ottawa State Fishing Lake

Type: Advanced Furharvester Education Course

Date: Saturday, November 04, 2023

Contact: James Svaty

Phone No: 785-420-0002

Time: 8:00 am - 4:30 pm


Other Information:

Registration and additional information is available online at www.safehunters.com. You must type the address into your browser.


11/03/2023

Reno Co. - Partridge

Location: Plainview Community Corner/The Corner

Type: Hunter Ed Course

Dates: 11/03/23 - 11/04/23

Time: 5:30 pm - 9:00 pm


Other Information:

Registration and additional information is available online at www.safehunters.com. The link will not work so please type the address into your browser.


11/04/2023

Sherman Co. - Goodland

Location: Goodland Gun Club

Type: Hunter Ed Internet assisted field day and testing session

Date: Saturday, November 04, 2023

Time: 8:00 am - 2:00 pm


Other Information:

Registration and additional information is available online www.safehunters.com. The link will NOT work so please type the address into your browser.


Cowley Co. - Winfield

Location: Tisdale Methodist Church

Type: Hunter Ed Course

Dates: 11/04/23 - 11/05/23

Contact: Mikel Arrowsmith

Phone No: ma.hunters.edu@gmail.com


Other Information:

Email Mikel your full name, date of birth and contact information to register.


11/11/2023

Ozone Turkey Trot

Location: Flint Hills Trail - Mile Zero Osawatomie Start

Type: Running/Biking

Date: Saturday, November 11, 2023

Time: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm


Other Information:

Walk, run, or cycle the Flint Hills trail with a 5 K out and back from Mile Zero or a straight shot 10 K from Rantoul to Mile Zero. Go to https://www.usd367ozone.org/ for more information. 


10/11/2023

Franklin Co. - Wellsville

Location: Wellsville Community Center

Type: Hunter Ed Course

Dates: 10/11/23 - 11/13/23

Contact: Debra McCullough

Phone No: 785-883-4532

Time: 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm


Other Information:

Kansas Hunter Education Class 

Fall Break Class

October 11th  5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. 

October 13th  9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. 

Wellsville Community Center 

707 Locust Street 

Wellsville, KS 66092 

 

 The cost is $20 per student for venue

 

Debra McCullough 

Administrator 

Wellsville Joint Recreation 

785.883.4532 


11/18/2023

Lagerhead Marathon - KC Running Co

Location: Prairie Spirit Trail

Type: Running - Half Marathon

Date: Saturday, November 18, 2023

Contact: Brad Ziegler

Phone No: 816-529-5860

Time: 8:00 am - 3:00 pm


Other Information:

A certified half marathon that is a flat, out and back from Ottawa, KS along the Prairie Spirit Trail.  Go to https://www.facebook.com/Turtleon2020 for updates on the upcoming signup, or go to https://runsignup.com/Race/MO/KansasCity/HometownHalfMarathonSeries?fbclid=IwAR0o72l3Ib59KM2UFaKm0WDmza9jhzoUBtkh6MOInoqh22RDJoF9BdcgIfI to see a list of Hometown Half Marathons in the area that you can enjoy.


Franklin Co. - Ottawa

Location: Camp Chippawa

Type: Hunter Ed Internet assisted field day and testing session

Date: Saturday, November 18, 2023

Contact: The Gun Guys

Phone No: 785-418-0711

This is an All Day Event



11/21/2023

USD 343 Perry Lecompton Middle School

Location: Perry State Park

Type: Conservation Clean up

Date: Tuesday, November 21, 2023

Time: 10:00 am - 3:00 pm


Other Information:

Perry Lecompton Middle School will be picking up trash throughout the Park. 


11/22/2023

Johnson Co. - Shawnee

Location: Shawnee Civic Center

Type: Hunter Ed Internet assisted field day and testing session

Date: Wednesday, November 22, 2023

Contact: Shawnee Civic Center

Time: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm


Other Information:

Registration can be done through Shawnee Civic Center https://web2.myvscloud.com/wbwsc/ksshawneewt.wsc/iteminfo.html?Module=AR&FMID=25298045


11/24/2023

Free Park Entrance - #optoutside

Location: Milford State Park

Type: Black Friday

Date: Friday, November 24, 2023

This is an All Day Event


Other Information:

Free Park Entrance day at Milford State Park for all vehicles! Camping fees still apply.


12/09/2023

Johnson Co. - Shawnee

Location: Shawnee Civic Center

Type: Hunter Ed Internet assisted field day and testing session

Date: Saturday, December 09, 2023

Contact: Shawnee Civic Center

Time: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm


Other Information:

Registration is available through Shawnee Civic Center at https://web2.myvscloud.com/wbwsc/ksshawneewt.wsc/iteminfo.html?Module=AR&FMID=25298076


01/01/2024

First Day Hike

Location: Catclaw - Quarry Bay

Type: Trail Hike

Date: Monday, January 01, 2024

Contact: Kimberly Jones

Phone No: 620-637-2213

Time: 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm


Other Information:

The guided First Day Hike is part of a program sponsored by America’s State Parks. The First Day Hikes offer individuals and families an opportunity to begin the New Year connecting with the outdoors by taking a healthy hike on New Year’s Day at your State Park. First Day Hikes offer a great way to get outside, exercise, enjoy nature and welcome the New Year with friends and family. There are hundreds of scheduled First Day Hikes across the United States. More information about the First Day Hike program and other hikes around the United States visit, First Day Hikes | National Association of State Park Directors (stateparks.org)

Fall River's - meet at the Quarry Bay shower building to hike the Catclaw Trail.  Dress for the weather, pets welcome when leashed, check for updates on Facebook.


01/11/2024

Johnson Co. - Olathe

Location: Bass Pro Shops

Type: Hunter Ed Course

Dates: 01/11/24 - 01/13/24


Other Information:

Registration and additional information is available on www.safehunters.com. The link will not work from this site. Please type the address into your browser. This class registration will open Dec 12, 2023.


02/15/2024

Johnson Co. - Olathe

Location: Bass Pro Shops

Type: Hunter Ed Course

Dates: 02/15/24 - 02/17/24


Other Information:

Registration and additional information is available on www.safehunters.com. The link will not work from this site. Please type the address into your browser. This class registration will open Jan 16, 2024.


03/14/2024

Johnson Co. - Olathe

Location: Bass Pro Shops

Type: Hunter Ed Course

Dates: 03/14/24 - 03/16/24


Other Information:

Registration and additional information is available online at www.safehunters.com. The link will not work so please type the address into your browser. Registration is open 02/13/2024.


04/13/2024

Johnson Co. - Olathe

Location: Bass Pro Shops

Type: Hunter Ed Course

Dates: 04/13/24 - 04/15/24


Other Information:

Registration and additional information is available online at www.safehunters.com. The link will not work so please type the address into your browser. Registration is open 3/11/2024.