Annual Ninnescah Sailing Association event welcomes all classes of sailboatsCHENEY STATE PARK — On Sunday, May 30, the Ninnescah Sailing Association (NSA) will conduct its annual Memorial Day Regatta at Cheney State Park's Sailboat Cove. The day will begin with registration from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. followed by a competitor’s meeting at 10:45 a.m. ... Read More

Sept. 15, 2011
Events celebrate the contributions of hunters and anglers to conservationPRATT — The 40th Annual National Hunting and Fishing Day (NHFD) — designated by Congressional decree and Presidential Proclamation — will be held Sept. 24. The event is a nationwide celebration of hunters and anglers and their contributions to conservation. ... Read More

Event designed to enhance skills already learned in hunter education classesWICHITA — On Saturday, May 14, the Chisholm Trail Antique Gun Association (CTAGA) will conduct their annual NRA Youth Hunter Education Challenge (YHEC) beginning with check-in at 7:30 a.m. and running throughout the day. The event will take place at the CTAGA Gun Range ... Read More

CELEBRATE JULY 4 AT A KANSAS STATE PARKState parks are perfect venue for July 4 outdoor fun, but check local regulations on fireworksPRATT—Baseball; apple pie; red, white and blue; and state parks – what could be more American? The July Fourth Holiday weekend is a big one for Kansas’ 26 state parks. Kansans love summer outdoor fun, and it’s a t ... Read More

For Immediate Release:November 9, 2023
Contacts:
Nadia Marji CMP®, Chief of Public Affairsnadia.marji@ks.gov
Jessica Ward, Communications ManagerJessica.ward@ks.govAnnual Permits, 2024 Campsite Reservations for Kansas State Parks Coming SoonSHAWNEE – Whether you’ve had your eye on a waterfront cabin, are slowly working through a state park “bu ... Read More

Event marks extensive and ongoing renovation of historic Cloud County wetlandJAMESTOWN — The Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks (KDWP), local sportsmen, area residents, and political leaders joined the leaders of several conservation organizations in dedication of the Jamestown Wetland Renovation Project on Saturday, Sept. 19, at the area ... Read More

KANSAS CITY – Domestic poultry flocks in the Sunflower State are at increased risk of contracting Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza, or HPAI – a highly contagious influenza type A virus that’s carried by wild waterfowl. Because light goose hunters are likely to encounter wild birds this time of year, KDWP is asking hunters to engage in best pra ... Read More

PRATT – We start each year with a sense of optimism – new year, new day, new beginning. So how about starting a new tradition that’s not only fun but healthy – start 2017 with a First Day Hike at one of Kansas’ 26 state parks. Kansas state parks and trails are open year-round, and winter can be a fantastic time to visit; the winter landscape is ... Read More