Oct. 20, 2011
Youth pheasant and quail season Nov. 5-6; regular season opens Nov. 12PRATT — Do you know a kid who has never been quail or pheasant hunting but might really like the opportunity? Whether it’s a niece or nephew, son or daughter, or just a young friend, the Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks, and Tourism (KDWPT) asks you to make ... Read More

Oct. 20, 2011
Older bulls to be sold through sealed bids submitted to the Pratt Operations OfficeGARDEN CITY — In recent years, the Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks, and Tourism (KDWPT) Sandsage Bison Range, near Garden City, has sold excess animals at an auction in Salina. However, this year, the area has a handful of adult and 3 ½-year-o ... Read More

Oct. 20, 2011
KDWPT waterfowl reports help hunters even when water is scarcePRATT — Duck seasons in the High Plains and Low Plains Early zone are in full swing, and it won’t be long until hunters are able to pursue their favorite waterfowl statewide. The good news is that record numbers of waterfowl should be migrating through the state, but d ... Read More

Oct. 20, 2011
Lull between hunting seasons a great time to be on the waterPRATT — Before long, the Kansas hunting seasons will be in full swing, but there’s still time to enjoy some excellent fishing. There’s a lull after the fast action of the opening dove, early teal, and youth deer and duck seasons, but avid outdoorsman are still itching to ... Read More