Jan. 5, 2012
2012 marks 75th anniversary of landmark legislation that brought wildlife back from the brinkPRATT — Hunters and anglers pay for wildlife management in Kansas. If you’ve heard that before, you were probably talking to an employee of the Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism (KDWPT). There is a popular myth, probably bec ... Read More


Jan. 5, 2012
Fort Hays State University, Pratt Community College among beneficiariesNEWTOWN, Conn. — Through its Collegiate Shooting Sports Initiative (CSSI), the National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF) awarded $299,200 in grants to 41 colleges and universities in 2011 to develop and expand shooting sports programs. Of those schools receivi ... Read More


Jan. 5, 2012
Agency evaluates waters annuallyTOPEKA — The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE), in conjunction with the Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism (KDWPT), has issued revised fish consumption advisories for 2012. The advisories identify types of fish or other aquatic animals that should be eaten in limited q ... Read More