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June 1, 2012
One lake added to Advisory listTOPEKA — Because blue-green algae populations are above minimum public safety levels, the Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHW) has issued a new Public Health Advisory, adding Overland Park South Lake to the Advisory list. KDHE samples recreational bodies of water for blue-green algae wh ... Read More

September 27, 2012Chance for Thanksgiving wild turkey dinnerPRATT—The fall turkey season doesn’t have the tradition or build-up that surrounds the spring turkey season but only because it’s overshadowed by deer, waterfowl and upland bird hunting seasons. Kansas fall turkey hunters enjoy unsurpassed opportunities, in terms of season length, gene ... Read More

December 20, 2012Study shows 80:1 return on investment from advertising campaign TOPEKA–Some people think Kansas is a well-kept secret, but the Division of Tourism of the Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism (KDWPT) doesn’t keep quiet about trumpeting the virtues of our state. According to an independent study, the state’s “There’s ... Read More

PRATT – The Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism (KDWPT) is currently conducting the five-year review of the list of Kansas species that are threatened, endangered, or species-in-need-of-conservation (SINC). The five-year review is required by the Kansas Nongame and Endangered Species Conservation Act of 1975. Any individual or grou ... Read More

May 31, 2013Blue-green algae bloom affecting a community lake
TOPEKA — The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has issued a Public Health Warning for Logan City Lake in Phillips County due to toxic blue-green algae populations above minimum public safety levels. KDHE samples recreational bodies of water for blue-green algae when ... Read More

August 15, 2013Designated dove fields on public lands require non-toxic shotPRATT – On many Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism (KDWPT) public wildlife areas, managers have been working all summer to attract doves. Specific crops have been planted and managed, and if Mother Nature cooperates the dove hunting on these fields can be ... Read More

August 23, 2013Kansas hunters anxiously await the arrival of fall’s first hunting seasonPRATT – For avid bird hunters, the summer has slowly dragged on, but the September 1 opening day of dove season will be here before you know it. It’s time to stock up on shells, practice your wingshooting skills and scout for water holes and feed fields dove ... Read More

Nov. 28, 2013Hunters can register deer online at ksoutdoors.comPRATT ­– Dec. 4 marks the first day of firearm deer season this year and with new regulations giving hunters greater flexibility than ever before, the season offers something for anyone willing to weather the cold. From Dec. 4-15, hunters will have the opportunity to hunt deer with ... Read More

May 29, 2014Anglers don’t need a Kansas fishing license June 7-8PRATT ­– What’s better than a day of free fishing? Two days of free fishing, of course. Across the state, anglers of all ages can enjoy a full weekend of free fishing June 7-8 on any Kansas waters. Although some parks may require a vehicle permit, no fishing license is required of ... Read More

July 3, 2014Biologists emphasize the value of improved habitatPRATT -- The 2014 lesser prairie chicken aerial survey showed a nearly 20 percent increase in the species’ range-wide population, up from an estimated 18,747 birds in 2013 to 22,415 this year. While wildlife biologists are encouraged by the increase, they note that prairie chicken nu ... Read More

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