Location: Hillsdale State Park
Type: Archery
Date: Saturday, August 20, 2022
Contact: Hillsdale State Park
Phone No: 913-594-3600
Time: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Other Information:
Kids' Archery Day, located in the Sunflower Day Use Area.
Location: Little Jerusalem Badlands State Park
Type: Off Trail Hike
Date: Sunday, August 21, 2022
Contact: Sara Kay Carrell sarakay.carrell@ks.gov
Phone No: 620-872-2061
Time: 9:00 am - 11:00 am
Other Information:
***NOTICE***
Please be observant of weather conditions!! This years “shoulder season” and spring 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. Monitor the National Weather Service locations for Scott City and Oakley to be familiar with weather conditions prior to your trip!
And in the summer.... its HOT there. Plan and be prepared and be safe!!! Tours might be shorter on the very hot days. And there is a chance tours can be cancelled in the extreme heat.
**My days off are Wednesday and Thursdays. Please note that emails will NOT be returned until Friday afternoon. 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 windchill 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
Location: Tuttle Creek State Park
Type: OK Kids Day
Date: Saturday, August 27, 2022
Contact: Tuttle Creek State Park
Phone No: 785-539-7941
Time: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Other Information:
COME JOIN US FOR OUTDOOR KANSAS KIDS DAY that is put on by the Friends Groups of Tuttle Creek State Park. This will be a free park event with lots of outdoor adventures for your family and friends to enjoy. We will post details as the event comes together. Make sure to mark your calendar on August 27th, for a day full of memories out here at Tuttle Creek.
Location: Tuttle Creek State Park
Type: Kids Outdoor Day
Date: Saturday, August 27, 2022
Contact: Tuttle Creek State Park
Phone No: 785-539-7941
Time: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Other Information:
COME JOIN US FOR OUTDOOR KANSAS KIDS DAY that is put on by the Friends Groups of Tuttle Creek State Park. This will be a free park event with lots of outdoor adventures for your family and friends to enjoy. We will post details as the event comes together. Make sure to mark your calendar on August 27th, for a day full of memories out here at Tuttle Creek.
Location: Fall River State Park - Fredonia Bay Area - Casner Creek Campground
Type: Stargazing
Date: Saturday, August 27, 2022
Contact: Kimberly Jones
Phone No: 620-637-2213
Time: 8:00 pm
Other Information:
Enjoy a night with the Kansas Astronomical Observers, they will present an educational program, and then look into the night sky as it gets dark to see planets, moons, stars, constellations, nebulas, and other fun wonders of our skies! Event is in Casner Creek Campground, lawn chairs, and insect repellant are recommended to fully enjoy this great event!
Location: Perry State Park
Type: Trail Ride
Dates: 09/02/22 - 09/04/22
Contact: Dewayne Burgess or Jo Turner
Phone No: 785-230-5241 or 785-230-4349
This is an All Day Event
Other Information:
Friends of Perry Wild Horse Annual Celebration
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.
Wear a mask, be aware of touched surfaces and social distance.
Location: Little Jerusalem Badlands State Park
Type: Off Trail Hike
Date: Friday, September 02, 2022
Contact: Sara Kay Carrell sarakay.carrell@ks.gov
Phone No: 620-872-2061
Time: 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Other Information:
***NOTICE***
Please be observant of weather conditions!! This years “shoulder season” and spring 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. Monitor the National Weather Service locations for Scott City and Oakley to be familiar with weather conditions prior to your trip!
**My days off are Wednesday and Thursdays. Please note that emails will NOT be returned until Friday afternoon. 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 windchill 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
Location: PERRY STATE PARK
Type: Trial Running
Date: Saturday, September 03, 2022
Contact: Ben Holmes
Phone No: 816-810-0440
This is an All Day Event
Other Information:
Trail Running at Perry State Park Hike Bike Trails
Half Marathon Course
Parking at Kimberly Trail Head
Vehicle Permits are REQUIRED FOR ALL VEHICLES Please use the self-pay KIOSK. Cash only for Daily Permits: Cost 5.00 per vehicle
Location: Little Jerusalem Badlands State Park
Type: Off Trail Hike
Date: Saturday, September 03, 2022
Contact: Sara Kay Carrell sarakay.carrell@ks.gov
Phone No: 620-872-2061
Time: 9:00 am - 11:00 am
Other Information:
***NOTICE***
Please be observant of weather conditions!! This years “shoulder season” and spring 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. Monitor the National Weather Service locations for Scott City and Oakley to be familiar with weather conditions prior to your trip!
**My days off are Wednesday and Thursdays. Please note that emails will NOT be returned until Friday afternoon. 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 windchill 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
Location: Lovewell State Park
Type: Fireworks Display
Date: Saturday, September 03, 2022
Contact: Thane Loring, Park Manager
Phone No: 785-753-4971
Time: 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Other Information:
Fireworks Display will be presented from the Cedar Point Boat Ramp Rock Jetty area of Lovewell State Park, beginning at dusk on Saturday, Sept 3rd. State Park Vehicle Permit is required. Event is tentative, pending private fundraising for fireworks purchase.
Location: Little Jerusalem Badlands State Park
Type: Off Trail Hike
Date: Sunday, September 04, 2022
Contact: Sara Kay Carrell
Phone No: 620-872-2061 or sarakay.carrell@ks.gov
Time: 9:00 am - 11:00 am
Other Information:
***NOTICE***
Please be observant of weather conditions!! This years “shoulder season” and spring 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. Monitor the National Weather Service locations for Scott City and Oakley to be familiar with weather conditions prior to your trip!
**My days off are Wednesday and Thursdays. Please note that emails will NOT be returned until Friday afternoon. 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 windchill 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.
Location: WEBSTER STATE PARK
Type: CROSS COUNTRY MEET
Date: Thursday, September 08, 2022
Contact: JANA SLANSKY
Phone No: 785-425-6775
Time: 3:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Location: Perry State Park
Type: Tournaments
Dates: 09/09/22 - 09/11/22
Contact: Cragi Eastman
This is an All Day Event
Other Information:
This event is tentative more information to follow
Company Event BBQ and Fishing Tournament
Location: Perry State Park
Type: Horse Event
Dates: 09/09/22 - 09/11/22
Contact: https://www.bestofamericabyhorseback.com/
This is an All Day Event
Other Information:
BEST OF AMERICA BY HORSEBACK https://www.bestofamericabyhorseback.com/
Location: Wild Horse Equestrian Campground Shelter and Trails
Vehicle Permits are REQUIRED FOR ALL VEHICLES to enter the State Park- No matter the length of stay
Camping fees will apply for all overnight stays
Location: Perry State Park
Type: Fishing Tournament and BBQ
Dates: 09/09/22 - 09/11/22
Contact: Craig Eastman
This is an All Day Event
Other Information:
Company Event -Lake View Campground Cottonwood Bridge Campground Lake View Shelter and Boat Ramp
Contact: craig.eastman@bnsf.com
Location: Wilson State Park Hell Creek Boat Ramp
Type: Fishing Tournament
Date: Saturday, September 10, 2022
Contact: Curt Wachs
Phone No: 785-259-8326
Time: 6:00 am - 4:00 pm
Other Information:
Launch at safe light
Location: Lovewell State Park
Type: 3D Archery Tournament; Free park vehicle entrance.
Date: Sunday, September 11, 2022
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: Perry State Park
Type: Horse Event
Dates: 09/16/22 - 09/18/22
Contact: Patricia Gifford
Phone No: 785-554-0416
This is an All Day Event
Other Information:
Location: Wild Horse Equestrian Campground and Shelter Friday Evening, Saturday and Sunday
VEHICLE PERMITS ARE REQUIRED. Must have a Kansas State Park Vehicle Pass or purchase of a daily permit at the office self-pay 5.00 per vehicle.
All Camping Fees will apply
Location: Perry State Park
Type: Tournament
Date: Saturday, September 17, 2022
Contact: David McDonald
Phone No: 316-213-5712
Time: 7:00 am - 4:00 pm
Other Information:
FIDHING TOURNAMENT - Bass
Location: Lake View Boat Ramp
Vehicle Permits are REQUIRED for all vehicles to enter the State Park - no matter the length of stay.
Location: Meade State Park
Type: car show
Date: Saturday, September 17, 2022
Contact: Meade State Park
Phone No: (620) 873-2572
Time: 8:00 am - 2:00 pm
Other Information:
Check out our facebook page www.facebook.com/MeadeStatePark for more information on this event.
Location: Perry State Park
Type: Horse Event Trail Ride
Dates: 09/22/22 - 09/24/22
Contact: admin@dctr.org
This is an All Day Event
Other Information:
Douglas County Trail Riders DCTR https://www.dctr.org
Location: Wild Horse Equestrian Campground Shelter and Trails
https://www.facebook.com › Douglas-County-Trail-Riders-189246784419776
Vehicle Permits are REQUIRED FOR ALL VEHICLES to enter the State Park- No matter the length of stay.
All camping fees will apply.
Location: Milford Lake - State Park Marina/North Ramp
Type: Fishing tournament
Date: Saturday, September 24, 2022
Time: 6:00 am - 2:00 pm
Location: Milford Lake - State Park South Boat Ramp
Type: Fishing tournament
Date: Saturday, September 24, 2022
Time: 7:00 am - 4:00 pm
Location: Fall River State Park - Fredonia Bay Area
Type: Historical Reenactment of the Mountain Man Era 1800-1840
Date: Saturday, September 24, 2022
Contact: Kimberly Jones
Phone No: 620-637-2213
Time: 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Other Information:
Step back to 1822, 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 1822.
Location: WEBSTER STATE PARK TOWNSITE AREA
Type: CAR SHOW
Date: Saturday, September 24, 2022
Contact: DEAN KESTER
Phone No: 785-425-8430
Time: 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
Other Information:
CO-SPONSORED BY STOCKTON RODDERS AND WEBSTER STATE PARK.
Location: Wilson State Park Switchgrass Bike Trail
Type: Race
Dates: 09/30/22 - 10/03/22
Contact: Casey Hammond
Phone No: 785-871-2011
Time: 12:00 pm
Location: Perry State Park
Type: Tournament
Date: Saturday, October 01, 2022
Contact: Marion Daniels
Time: 5:30 am - 3:00 pm
Other Information:
Event: Fishing Tournament Bass
Location: North Boat Ramp
Vehicle Permits are REQUIRED for all vehicles to enter the State Park - no matter the length of stay.
Location: Perry State Park
Type: Trail Ride
Date: Saturday, October 01, 2022
Contact: Amy Schmidtlein
Phone No: 785-640-1600
Time: 4:00 pm - 9:00 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.
Location: Meade State Park
Type: campsite decoration, trick-or-treat, costumes, trunk-or-treat
Date: Saturday, October 08, 2022
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.
Location: Perry State Park
Type: Trail Ride
Dates: 10/14/22 - 10/16/22
Contact: Cindy Alexander
Phone No: 316-619-6160
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.
Location: Perry State Park
Type: Trail Ride
Dates: 10/21/22 - 10/23/22
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.
Location: WIlson State Park Hell Creek Boat Ramp
Type: FIshing Tournament
Dates: 10/22/22 - 10/23/22
Contact: Danny Barrett
Phone No: 620-200-8723
Time: 7:00 am - 3:00 pm
Location: Hillsdale State Park
Type: Opt Outside
Date: Friday, November 25, 2022
Contact: Hillsdale State Park
Phone No: 913-594-3600
This is an All Day Event
Other Information:
Black Friday #Opt Outside, Kansas State Parks
Location: Hillsdale State Park
Type: Hiking
Date: Sunday, January 01, 2023
Contact: Hillsdale State Park
Phone No: 913-594-3600
Time: 10:30 am - 11:30 am
