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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

Aug. 29, 2013Youth and disabled hunters don’t have to be involved in a special hunt to participate in this season, but for first-time hunters, a special hunt may be the way to goPRATT­– There’s a first time for everything, and for youth and disabled deer hunters, Sept. 7 marks the first day of a very special nine-day season. From Sept. 7-15, yo ... Read More

Dogs can become ill if exposed to harmful algae bloomsSeptember 27, 2013TOPEKA, Kan. – The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) and the Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism (KDWPT) urge waterfowl hunters who use dogs to be vigilant for the presence of harmful blue-green algae. Dogs that swim in or drink water affected ... Read More

Oct. 3, 2013Voluntary electronic deer registration allows hunters to transport a carcass without a head attachedPRATT – With permit sales reaching nearly 100,000 every year, whitetail deer are easily one of Kansas’ most sought-after big game animals. One important regulation deer hunters should be aware of is deer must be tagged before being mo ... Read More

Nov. 14, 2013Kansas harbors highest prairie chicken population in worldPRATT – What may be the most unique upland bird hunting opportunity in North America begins on the third Saturday in November. The 2013 regular prairie chicken season opens Nov. 16 and runs through Jan. 31, 2014 in the Northwest and East units. It ends Dec. 31, 2013 in the S ... Read More

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

March 27, 2014Elk season and deer 2014 seasons setWINFIELD – Big decisions were made on big game at the Kansas Wildlife, Parks and Tourism Commission public hearing in Topeka on March 20, including setting the seasons for elk and deer. The 2014-2015 elk and deer basic season structures will remain unchanged from the 2013-2014 season; however de ... 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

Feb. 6, 2014Western Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies accepting applications through Feb. 28EMPORIA – Landowner/producers can apply to enroll their land in the Lesser-prairie Chicken Conservation Program through Feb 28, according to the Western Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies (WAFWA). Those with land in the lesser prairie-chic ... Read More

June 26, 2014Kansas state parks offer a fun and safe way to spend the holiday weekendPRATT– It’s time to celebrate all things red, white, and blue and doing so at a Kansas state park won’t cost you a lot of green. Visiting a Kansas state park is a fun and affordable way to enjoy the 4th of July holiday. Simply grab a blanket, pack some food, an ... Read More

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