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Aug. 30, 2012
Initial test was false-positivePRATT— In July, the Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism (KDWPT) reported that nine deer had tested positive for chronic wasting disease (CWD) during the 2011-12 testing period. The agency now reports that the National Veterinary Services Laboratory in Ames, Iowa, after two different tes ... Read More

Aug. 30, 2012
At two-day event, kids can camp out and learn archery, shotgun shooting, crafts, much moreEMPORIA — The National Wild Turkey Federation (NWTF) will hold its 2012 NWTF Kansas State JAKES Camp for youth on Sept. 15-16 at Camp Alexander, near Emporia. JAKES stand for Juniors Acquiring Knowledge, Ethics and Sportsmanship, and the acr ... Read More

Sept. 14, 2012
Federal funding will help improve trails, enhance ecotourismTOPEKA – The Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) announced today that Kansas’ recreational trails program will receive $2 million under the federal Transportation Bill passed by Congress this summer.“One of our highest priorities is to enhance ecotourism in Kansa ... Read More

September 27, 2012Kansas boating law administrator recognized by national organizationLEXINGTON, Ky. – On Sept. 12, Major Dan Hesket, boating law administrator for the Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism, received the Association of State Boating Law Administrators’ (NASBLA) President’s Award. NASBLA president Capt. Mike Fields pre ... Read More

Mar. 7, 2013Free entrance at all Kansas state parks, along with special events for the family TOPEKA ­– On Saturday, Mar. 9, the Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism (KDWPT) will host a free entrance day and open houses at all state parks. Visitors will also have the opportunity to enjoy a variety of events at most parks.During the ... Read More

Mar. 7, 2013Warmer temperatures give way to a special snagging seasonPRATT ­– A much-anticipated season for Kansas anglers draws near as paddlefish begin their annual spring spawning run. From Mar. 15-May 15, paddlefish permit-holders can snag up to six of these gentle giants from designated areas on the Neosho and Marais des Cygnes Rivers.Padd ... Read More

Mar. 14, 2013Anglers are encouraged to take advantage of special trout programPRATT – In an effort to provide unique winter fishing opportunities, The Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism (KDWPT) provides trout fishing opportunities by stocking Kansas waters with thousands of harvestable-sized trout each year. From Nov. 1-April 15, ... Read More

May 9, 2013Youth can discover the wonder of nature during a week-long summer camp June 2-7PRATT– The Kansas Wildlife Federation (KWF) and KSU Cooperative Extension Service will host the 25 Annual Outdoor Adventure Camp (OAC) June 2-7. This six-day summer camp for kids is open to youth age 10-12.Held at Camp Wa Shun Ga in the Rock Springs 4-H Ce ... Read More

July 18, 2013Floatline fishing season runs July 15 - September 15PRATT­– A rather new form of fishing in Kansas, floatline fishing was introduced throughout the state in select bodies of water just four short years ago. Since then, it has annually attracted a small but steady community of about 500 channel cat anglers who participate in the two ... Read More

March 20, 2014Your next outdoor photo could land you in Kansas Wildlife & Parks magazinePRATT – Whether it’s a snapshot of a peaceful moment fishing on the lake, the fiery colors of a Kansas sunset, or the image of a white-tailed fawn at rest, Kansas Wildlife & Parks magazine staff want to see Kansas outdoors through the lens of your ca ... Read More

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