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June 12, 2014Youth age 15 and under are invited to participatePRATT – If you’re 15 or younger and have caught a largemouth bass, crappie, bluegill or any species of catfish, you could win some new fishing gear through the first ever “Catch, Photo and Release” contest, which starts June 20. Fishing’s Future, the Kansas Department of Wildlife, Pa ... Read More

June 19, 2014Bullfrogs can prove quite the challenge, but offer tasty cuisinePRATT– Kansas bullfrog season is less than two weeks away, and for those looking for the ultimate summer fishing challenge, this is it. From July 1-October 31, anglers can attempt to catch these four-legged amphibians with several different techniques.Bullfrogs may be ... Read More

June 26, 2014Heightened enforcement of BUI laws will take place June 27-29PRATT – The Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism (KDWPT) will be participating in Operation Dry Water (ODW), June 27-29, as part of a nationally-coordinated effort to reduce the number of accidents and deaths related to boating under the influence (BUI). Durin ... Read More

July 10, 2014Interested hunters can apply online at ksoutdoors.comPRATT – The application deadlines for the limited number of 2014 Unit 2A (Ft. Riley) resident elk and either-species/either-sex firearms deer permits are quickly approaching. Hunters have until 11:59 p.m. on July 11, 2014 to apply for these draws, or purchase a preference point. ... Read More

July 31, 2014Applications due August 24PRATT­ – The Hunting Heritage Group and the Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism (KDWPT) invite youth, age 10-16, and disabled hunters to apply for a spot in the 8th Annual TJ’s Memorial Deer Hunt September 6 and 7. Interested hunters must be Kansas residents and submit applications no later th ... Read More

Sept. 18, 2014Hunters have until 9 a.m., Sept. 29 to apply for fall and winter special huntsPRATT – Outstanding hunting grounds exist throughout the state, but for the average hunter, gaining access to private land areas may be difficult. The Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism designed the Special Hunts Program to ensure hunters h ... Read More

Oct. 2, 2014Firearm deer hunters eager for firearm season can sate their hankering through special two-day opportunityPRATT – Firearm deer hunters who utilize the whitetail antlerless-only seasons to put deer meat in the freezer no longer have to wait until January. The Pre-rut White-tail Antlerless-only season is Oct. 11-12, 2014. Just like th ... Read More

Oct. 23, 2014Approximately 55 cows, heifers, bulls, and calves will be availablePRATT – The Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism (KDWPT) will host its annual Maxwell Wildlife Refuge Buffalo Auction Wednesday, Nov. 12 at 11 a.m. Approximately 55 buffalo from the KDWPT herd will be available for purchase, including three cows; five ye ... Read More

Dec. 11, 2014Kids can decorate gingerbread birdhouses, parents can pick up tips on winter bird feedingGREAT BEND ­­­– Join the staff of the Kansas Wetlands Education Center (KWEC) in celebrating the Christmas season with a Holiday Open House from 10 a.m. to noon on Dec. 13.Visitors can hum along to holiday music and graze on Christmas cookies, ... Read More

December 18, 2014Online reservation system allows reservations up to a year in advancePRATT – With weather in the 30s, it’s hard to picture planning spring and summer fun, but the secret about Kansas state parks is out and reservations are a must for busy holiday weekends. Consider making your 2015 camping and cabin reservations in advance and ... Read More

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