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PRATT – How many times this summer have you heard “Mom, I’m bored!” or “Dad, can we go outside and do something?” It’s a sure sign that a child in your life is in need of adventure. The Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism (KDWPT) has the perfect resource for getting your kids outside and occupied, and National Get Outdoors Day, Jun ... Read More


PRATT – A total of 957 leftover Nonresident Either-sex White-tailed Deer Permits will be available for purchase on a first-come, first-served basis beginning July 1 at 12 a.m. CDT. Hunters can purchase a permit online at ksoutdoors.com, in person anywhere wherever licenses are sold, or over the phone by calling (620) 672-0728.Leftover permits f ... Read More


PRATT – The application deadline for the limited number of 2015 Unit 2A (Ft. Riley) resident-only elk and resident-only either-species/either-sex firearm deer permits are quickly approaching. Hunters have until 11:59 p.m. on July 10, 2015 to apply for these draws, or purchase a preference point. A hunter who does not wish to hunt this year may ... Read More


PRATT – The Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism (KDWPT) will be participating in the National Association of State Boating Law Administrators “Operation Dry Water” (ODW) event, June 26-28. ODW is a nationally-coordinated effort to reduce the number of accidents and deaths related to boating under the influence (BUI). During this th ... Read More


MCPHERSON – Have you ever wondered how wolf spiders got their name? Or how they can see so well at night? If you’ve ever questioned what purpose spiders really serve, there’s a workshop coming up you don’t want to miss. Dustin Wilgers, Ph.D., from the Department of Natural Sciences at McPherson College, will be hosting several interactive eveni ... Read More


MANHATTAN—Youth and disabled hunters have until July 30 to apply for a limited number of spots in an assisted deer hunt at Tuttle Creek Lake.The Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism, Riley County Fish and Game Association, and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) at Tuttle Creek Lake are accepting applications for the 2015 Tuttl ... Read More


FALLS CHURCH, VIRGINIA – The 82nd Federal Migratory Bird Hunting and Conservation Stamp, commonly known as the Federal Duck Stamp, is now on sale. Waterfowl hunters, birders, outdoor enthusiasts, artists, and stamp collectors can obtain the $25 stamp online, at select post offices, and wherever hunting licenses are sold. For all buying options, ... Read More


PRATT – If you’re passionate about fishing and you believe that every child should have the opportunity to experience it, consider becoming one of the Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism’s (KDWPT) volunteer angler education instructors.A one-day Angler Education Instructor Certification Course, hosted by KDWPT and Fishing’s Future, ... Read More


PRATT – Birds are arriving, hunting seasons are beginning, and temperatures will be cooling. It’s the makings of fall in Kansas and for duck hunters, the kickoff is marked by the start of teal season.The 2015 teal season will begin with the Low Plains Zone, (anything east of U.S. Highway 283) Sept. 12-27, followed by the High Plains Zone (anyth ... Read More


OSAGE CITY ­– October can offer ideal weather for just about any outdoor activity, but especially horseback riding. That’s why staff at Eisenhower State Park invite equestrian enthusiasts from around the state to participate in a special benefit trail ride on Oct. 10-11. In an effort to raise money for the park’s West Point Equestrian Camp, pre ... Read More