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Cool water brings fish up from the deep Hot summer temperatures push fish into deep water and make them sluggish, but as fall cools the air and the water, fish are back on the move. This can be one of the best times to dust off the fishing gear and head to the lake. As water temperatures drop into the upper 60s, sport fish such as white bass ... Read More

Shallow points, flats, and underwater roadways lure anglers to big fishPRATT — The state record walleye is more than 13 pounds, but who knows? Someone may break it this spring as weather warms and walleye move into shallow water to feed. Because of their size and reputation as great table fare, walleye are among the most popular sportfish in K ... Read More

May 31, 2012
Shallow points, flats, and underwater roadways lure anglers to big fishPRATT — Many anglers pursue walleye in late March and early April, when breeding fish move onto the rip-rap of lake dams to spawn. But the best time to catch walleye is in May and June, when water temperatures warm and walleye move into shallows to feed. At thi ... Read More

December 6, 2012Make the outdoor-lover on your list happy this yearPRATT – If you’re looking for a special gift for the outdoor persons on your list, look no further than the Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism (KDWPT). It can be a easy as going to www.ksoutdoors.com and shopping online, or you can visit one of KDWPT’s regional or ... Read More

April 18, 2013The Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism will host an all new Kansas Birding Big YearPRATT – Prior to the 2011 movie “The Big Year” featuring Jack Black, Steve Martin, and Owen Wilson, many people were unaware that competitive birdwatching existed. Commonly referred to as “big years,” birdwatchers around the globe part ... Read More

Oct. 17, 2013Lodging at a comfortable state park cabin can save hunters money and timePRATT – Hunters have to factor in a lot of components when planning a hunt, and one of the most important aspects focuses on timing. Whether you are figuring out what time to wake up, when to change locations, how soon to call an animal in, or even when you sh ... Read More

PRATT – Did you know that more than 93 bass per hour were sampled last fall at Bone Creek Lake in Crawford County? You would if you subscribed to thePittsburg District Fisheries Newsletterwritten by fisheries biologist Rob Friggeri. Ninety-three bass per hour is a very good sampling rate, but the fact that more than 30 percent of those bass wer ... Read More

PRATT – The Kansas State Fair in Hutchinson is open Sept. 9-18, and there’s no better place to get back to your Kansas country roots. And while you’re enjoying the booths, rides, entertainment and displays, visit the Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism. Staff will be there ready to answer questions or just visit at several differen ... Read More

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