Location: Glen Elder State Park
Type: Pheasant Hunt for Youth 11 thru 16 yr olds and all Women
Date: Saturday, November 23, 2019
Contact: Glen Elder Public Lands Manager - Chris Lecuyer
Phone No: 785 545-3345
Time: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Other Information:
KS Dept. of Wildlife, Parks & Tourism, Glen Elder State Park and many other donors sponsor this pheasant hunt for youth age 11 - 16 and women of all ages.
Location: Perry State Park Office
Type: Office closed for the Holiday
Dates: 11/24/19 - 12/01/19
Contact: Perry State Park Office
Phone No: 78.246.3449
This is an All Day Event
Other Information:
The office will be closed for Thanksgiving Holiday.
Most license and Hunting & Fishing permits can be purchased on line at www.ksoutdoors.com or other vendors across the state. Please check the website for these vendors.
We hope everyone has a safe and happy holiday.
Location: Little Jerusalem Badlands State Park
Type: Off Trail Hike
Date: Tuesday, November 26, 2019
Contact: Sara Kay Carrell
Phone No: 620-872-2061
Time: 11:00 am - 12:30 pm
Other Information:
Come to Little Jerusalem Badlands State Park and enjoy an off trail guided hike lead by a park ranger! We will start at the trail head and venture down a path that will lead us off into the base of the rocks. Once at the base of the rocks, then we will explore the various nooks, crannies, and spires of Little Jerusalem's Niobrara chalk formations. Along the way, learn about the grasses, forbs, mammals, reptiles, insects, geology, history, and other great things that nature presents to us. Be prepared for rough hiking, uneven terrain, and scrambling thru grass and brush. Wear boots, bring water, a snack and a hiking stick!
Location: Cedar Bluff State Park- Bluffton Area
Type: Geocaching Event
Date: Friday, November 29, 2019
Contact: Amber McLaughlin
Phone No: 785-726-3212
Time: 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Other Information:
Don't stand in long shopping lines! Instead just us at Cedar Bluff State Park for a geocaching event.
Here is the link to the event! Find some geocaches then join us in the office for refreshments.
https://www.geocaching.com/geocache/GC8FHD6_cedar-bluff-geocaching-event
Location: Little Jerusalem Badlands State Park
Type: Off Trail Hike
Date: Tuesday, December 03, 2019
Contact: Sara Kay Carrell
Phone No: 620-872-2061
Time: 11:00 am - 12:30 pm
Other Information:
Come to Little Jerusalem Badlands State Park and enjoy an off trail guided hike lead by a park ranger! We will start at the trail head and venture down a path that will lead us off into the base of the rocks. 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, 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, and scrambling thru grass and brush. Wear boots, bring water, a snack and a hiking stick!
Location: Little Jerusalem Badlands State Park
Type: Off Trail Hike
Date: Tuesday, December 10, 2019
Contact: Sara Kay Carrell
Phone No: 620-872-2061
Time: 11:00 am - 12:30 pm
Other Information:
Come to Little Jerusalem Badlands State Park and enjoy an off trail guided hike lead by a park ranger! We will start at the trail head and venture down a path that will lead us off into the base of the rocks. 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, 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, and scrambling thru grass and brush. Wear boots, bring water, a snack and a hiking stick!
Location: WEBSTER STATE PARK OFFICE
Type: SEASONAL CAMPSITE SIGN UP
Date: Saturday, December 14, 2019
Phone No: 7854256775
Time: 7:00 am - 11:00 am
Other Information:
SIGN UP FOR 2020 SEASONAL SITES.
Location: WEBSTER STATE PARK OFFICE
Type: OPEN HOUSE
Date: Saturday, December 14, 2019
Phone No: 7854256775
Time: 8:00 am - 11:00 am
Other Information:
MEET THE NEW PARK RANGER.
ENJOY HOMEMADE COOKIES, CIDER AND COFFEE
Location: Little Jerusalem Bandlands State Park
Type: First Day Hike, OFF Trail
Date: Wednesday, January 01, 2020
Contact: Sara Kay Carrell
Phone No: 620-872-2061
Time: 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Other Information:
Come out to Little Jerusalem Badlands State Park for a First Day Hike! Start your new year out on the right track by enjoying the great outdoors! The hike is free, but a vehicle pass is required.
We will start at the trail head and venture down a path that will lead us into the base of the rocks. Once at the base of the rocks, then we will explore the various nooks, crannies, and spires of Little Jerusalem's Niobrara chalk formations. Along the way, 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, and scrambling thru grass, brush, and loose terrain. Wear sturdy shoes or hike boots, bring a hiking pole, water, and a snack!
Location: Little Jerusalem Badlands State Park
Type: First Day Hike: Life on the Rocks ON Trail Hike
Date: Wednesday, January 01, 2020
Contact: Sara Kay Carrell
Phone No: 620-872-2061
Time: 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
Other Information:
Come out to Little Jerusalem Badlands State Park for a First Day Hike! Start your new year out on the right track by enjoying the great outdoors! The hike is free, but a vehicle pass is required. Enjoy a nice easy hike with a Ranger guide. The path will lead down the Life on the Rocks trail with beautiful views of the chalk formations!
Location: Wilson State Park -Otoe Boat Ramp
Type: Fishing Tournament-College
Dates: 03/28/20 - 03/29/20
Contact: Travis Burch
Phone No: 913-562-4660
Time: 7:00 am - 3:00 pm
Location: Wilson State Park-Hell Creek Boat Ramp
Type: Fishing Tournament Jr High & High School
Dates: 04/04/20 - 04/05/20
Contact: Travis Burch
Phone No: 913-562-4660
Time: 7:00 am - 3:00 pm
Location: WEBSTER STATE PARK
Type: FUN DAY
Date: Saturday, May 02, 2020
Phone No: 785-425-6775
Time: 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Other Information:
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION WILL BE POSTED AT A LATER DATE.
Location: Cedar Bluff State Park- Community Shelter
Type: Family Friendly Movie
Date: Saturday, May 02, 2020
Contact: Amber McLaughlin
Phone No: 7857263212
Time: 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Other Information:
Come join us for a "Drive-In" Movie at Cedar Bluff State Park
May 2nd, 2019 8 pm- 10 pm
Bluffton Community Shelter (North Shore)
Showing: To be announced
Popcorn and Pop provided by Cedar Bluff Diehards
Event is Free. Vehicle permits are still required.
Location: Cedar Bluff State Park- Bluffton Community Shelter
Type: Dance
Date: Saturday, May 23, 2020
Contact: Amber McLaughlin
Phone No: 7857263212
Time: 11:00 am - 11:00 pm
Other Information:
It is officially the start to the summer! Join us at Cedar Bluff State Park for Food Trucks, outdoor yard games and dancing!
There is no charge for the event, but vehicle permits will be required. A great night to spend some time with some of your friends!
Location: Glen Elder State Park
Type: Youth Fishing Tournament
Date: Saturday, June 06, 2020
Contact: Scott Waters
Phone No: 785-545-3345
Time: 8:00 am - 3:00 pm
Other Information:
Youth Fishing Tournament! Along with OK Kids - prizes for every participant!!
Location: Cedar Bluff State Park- Bluffton Area
Type: OK Kid's Day
Date: Saturday, June 06, 2020
Contact: Amber McLaughlin
Phone No: 7857263212
Time: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Other Information:
It is Cedar Bluff State Park's 11th year of OK Kids and we are going to show you a great time!
9 am - 11 am Fishing Derby and Pa's Pond followed by PRIZES!
12 pm - 1 pm Free Hot Dog Lunch
1 pm - 3 pm Archery, Trap Shooting, BB Gun Shooting, Emergency Vehicle Demos, and MORE!
A FREE Event for the whole family. No Vehicle Permits required!
Cedar Bluff OK Kids has become a tradition for many families... come see why!
Location: Lovewell State Park
Type: Kids Fishing Clinic
Date: Sunday, June 14, 2020
Contact: Thane Loring
Phone No: (785) 753-4971
Time: 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
Other Information:
Kids Fishing Clinic. Ages 7-15. Pre-Registration at the State Park Office no later than Thursday, June 11th. Participants will learn fishing techniques and fish identification, with an adult mentor. Registration is limited.
Location: Lovewell State Park
Type: Family/Team or Individual Cardboard Boat Building Contest
Date: Saturday, June 20, 2020
Contact: Thane Loring
Phone No: (785) 753-4971
Time: 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
Other Information:
Participants must design and build a cardboard boat (specifications will be available in early June), and bring it to the Southwinds Beach for the contest to see who’s boat can float through the designated course without sinking! The boat’s “captain” must be aboard to qualify.
Location: Lovewell State Park
Type: Fireworks Display
Date: Friday, July 03, 2020
Contact: Thane Loring, Park Manager
Phone No: 785-753-4971
Time: 9:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Other Information:
Independence Day Fireworks Display will be presented from the Walleye Point area of Lovewell State Park, beginning at dusk on Friday, July 1st. State Park Vehicle Permit is required. Event is tentative, pending private fundraising for fireworks purchase.
Location: WEBSTER STATE PARK
Type: FIREWORKS
Date: Friday, July 03, 2020
Phone No: 785-425-6775
Time: 10:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Other Information:
SPONSORED BY FRIENDS OF WEBSTER STATE PARK.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION POSTED AT A LATER DATE.
Location: Glen Elder State Park
Type: July 4th celebration
Date: Saturday, July 04, 2020
Time: 10:00 am - 10:00 pm
Other Information:
Sponsored by Waconda Heritage Assoc.
Location: Cedar Bluff State Park- Bluffton Community Shelter
Type: Weekend to Celebrate our Pets and our Veterans!
Date: Saturday, July 04, 2020
Contact: Amber McLaughlin
Phone No: 785-7263212
Time: 10:00 am - 7:00 pm
Other Information:
Cedar Bluff is offering a unique opportunity for your Fourth of July Holiday plans. Enjoy a peaceful area on the beach, at your campsite, or some great boating opportunities.
Perfect for people and pets that want to get away from the loud noises of the city.
We are planning a dog parade and a hot dog feed free for Veterans. More details and times to follow.
There will be no fireworks allowed in the State Parks- personal or commercial.
Location: WEBSTER STATE PARK
Type: BOAT POKER RUN
Date: Saturday, July 04, 2020
Phone No: 785-425-6775
Time: 1:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Other Information:
SPONSORED BY FRIENDS OF WEBSTER STATE PARK.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION POSTED AT A LATER DATE.
Location: Cedar Bluff State Park- Bluffton Community Shelter
Type: Canvas Painting
Date: Saturday, July 18, 2020
Contact: Amber McLaughlin
Phone No: 785-726-3212
Time: 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Other Information:
Love to paint or wish you could? Join us at the Bluffton Community shelter for a step-by-step canvas painting party.
Pre-Registration is required. Cost for materials will be determined soon.
The painting will be a Lake scene, and easy for all ages and skill levels. Make it your own!
Free wine tasting from Trego Co's own Shiloh Winery.
Location: Lovewell State Park
Type: Outdoor Games and Recreation
Date: Saturday, August 01, 2020
Contact: Thane Loring
Phone No: (785) 753-4971
Time: 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Other Information:
Kayak Kruse; Co-Ed Mud Volleyball, $20 per team; Sandpile Treasure Hunt; Scavenger Hunt. Pre-Registration required for Mud Volleyball, no later than July 29th.
Location: Lovewell State Park
Type: Christmas Lighting Contest
Dates: 08/15/20 - 08/16/20
Contact: Thane Loring
Phone No: (785) 753-4971
Time: 12:00 pm - 11:00 am
Other Information:
Campers decorate their campsites and camping cabins in yuletide themes. The public is encouraged to view the decorations. Entries must register at the State Park Office by 5 pm on Saturday. Decorations are judged Saturday evening, Prizes awarded Sunday morning at 11am.
Location: WEBSTER STATE PARK - COYOTE TRAIL
Type: HS EVENT
Date: Thursday, September 10, 2020
Phone No: 785-425-6775
Time: 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Other Information:
SPONSORED BY STOCKTON HIGH SCHOOL.
Location: Lovewell State Park
Type: 3D Archery Tournament; Free park vehicle entrance.
Date: Sunday, September 13, 2020
Contact: Thane Loring
Phone No: (785) 753-4971
Time: 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
Other Information:
3D Archery Shoot begins at 9 am - Individuals compete on 14 station 3D archery range. Divisions for Men, Women, Youth. Steel Deer Target Contest at 12 noon. Prizes awarded at 1 pm. Free Park Entrance Day, no vehicle permits required.
Location: WEBSTER STATE PARK
Type: CAR SHOW
Date: Saturday, September 19, 2020
Phone No: 785-425-6775
Time: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Other Information:
SPONSORED BY STOCKTON RODDERS.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION POSTED AT A LATER DATE.
Location: Cedar Bluff State Park- Bluffton Community Shelter
Type: Camping and Tailgating
Date: Saturday, September 26, 2020
Contact: Amber McLaughlin
Phone No: 785-726-3212
Time: 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Other Information:
Here at Cedar Bluff we love our College Football! We want to celebrate with you! Wear your favorite team colors and bring your favorite tailgating food.
We will have the game on a big screen TV.
We will announce the game at a later date, so mark your calendar for this fun event!
This is a free event but vehicle permits will still be required.
Location: Cedar Bluff State Park
Type: Campout
Date: Friday, November 27, 2020
Contact: Amber McLaughlin
Phone No: 785-726-3212
Time: 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Other Information:
Join us for a fun camping event. We think fall is the best time to camp, with all the beautiful leaves not the ugly shopping lines.
Get outside instead of fighting crowds. We will get more details as the year goes!
