March 13, 2014One deer’s trash can be one hunter’s trophy after a successful shed huntPRATT – No one really knows why deer evolved to shed their antlers every year, but for hunters looking for a way to connect with the world of big game outside of hunting season, knowing “why” isn’t nearly as important as “where” deer shed their antlers.“We kno ... Read More

July 31, 2014Now is the time to practice shooting skills for upcoming hunting seasonsPRATT ­– When hunting season kicks off, nothing can be more frustrating than a bad shot. Contrary to a popular notion, good shooters aren’t born that way. Good shooters get that way through pre-season practice, and those shooters will have more successful hunts ... Read More

PRATT – Kansas hunters should be aware that iSportsman Electronic Daily Hunt Permits are required on 24 wildlife areas (check the 2016 Kansas Hunting and Furharvesting Regulations Summary or kdwpt.isportsman.net for a list). The electronic permit system has been in place for two years, and is normally fast and efficient. However, the software c ... Read More

PRATT – The Kansas Wildlife and Parks Commission will hold a virtual public meeting on August 5, 2021. The public is invited to attend the afternoon and evening sessions virtually via Zoom, during which time participants will be able to ask questions and address the Commission. Time is set aside at the beginning of both sessions for comments on ... Read More

PRATT – The Kansas Wildlife and Parks Commission will hold a virtual public meeting on September 23, 2021. The public is invited to attend the afternoon and evening sessions virtually via Zoom, during which time participants may ask questions and address the Commission and/or staff. Time is set aside at the beginning of both sessions for commen ... Read More

For Immediate Release:Nov. 5, 2021
Contact:
Nadia Reimer, Chief of Public Affairs
(785) 338-3036nadia.reimer@ks.govKDWP Commission to Host Last Public Meeting of 2021PRATT – The Kansas Wildlife and Parks Commission will hold its last public meeting of 2021 on November 18. While select Commissioners and Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks ( ... Read More

For Immediate Release:January 6, 2022
Contact:
Nadia Reimer CMP®, Chief of Public Affairs
(785) 338-3036nadia.reimer@ks.govKDWP Commission to Meet Virtually on January 13 PRATT – The Kansas Wildlife and Parks Commission will hold its first public meeting of 2022 on January 13. The public is welcomed and encouraged to join Commissioners an ... Read More

For Immediate Release:March 18, 2022
Contact:
Nadia Reimer CMP®, Chief of Public Affairs
(785) 338-3036nadia.reimer@ks.govKDWP Commission to Meet on March 31 in TopekaPRATT – The Kansas Wildlife and Parks Commission will hold its next public meeting on March 31 at the Topeka and Shawnee County Library, 1515 SW 10th Ave, Topeka. The public ... Read More

For Immediate Release:Nov. 9, 2022 
Contact:
Nadia Marji CMP®, Chief of Public Affairs
(785) 338-3036nadia.marji@ks.gov   Kansas Wildlife and Parks Commission To Hold Last Meeting of 2022KANSAS CITY, Kan.– The Kansas Wildlife and Parks Commission will hold its last public meeting of 2022 on November 17. The meeting will beg ... Read More

Fishing Tournament Registration and Tournament Bass Pass
Background Length limits over 15 inches on largemouth and smallmouth bass have made it difficult for tournament organizers to hold weigh-in tournaments where the best angler wins. For example, the tournament participant who catches one large fish has an advantage over the tournament ... Read More