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Prolonged exposure to odorless, colorless gas can be deadly Carbon monoxide is an odorless, colorless gas that is present in the exhaust produced in gasoline engines. Boats release carbon monoxide through the exhaust ports of vessels that are either idling or underway and exhaust from generator sets. When inhaled, carbon monoxide replaces ox ... Read More


Upland bird seasons, early migratory bird seasons on public hearing agendaPRATT -- The Kansas Wildlife and Parks Commission will conduct a public meeting and hearing on the campus of Bethel College in North Newton June 26. The public is invited to attend both the afternoon public meeting and evening public hearing at Krehbiel Auditorium, 300 E ... Read More


Upland bird seasons, early migratory bird seasons on public hearing agendaThe Kansas Wildlife and Parks Commission will conduct a public meeting and hearing on the campus of Bethel College in North Newton June 26. The public is invited to attend both the afternoon public meeting and evening public hearing at Krehbiel Auditorium, 300 E. 27th Str ... Read More


Aug. 30, 2012
After Labor Day, parks offer milder weather, uncrowded campingPRATT — Many schools are already in session, and although this is often viewed as the end of summer, Kansas state parks are still going strong. Many events are planned for one of the busiest times the year — Labor Day weekend, Sept. 1-3. For outdoor enthusiasts, this i ... Read More


TOPEKA – On Black Friday, Nov. 23, skip the hassle-filled combat shopping, and ditch the lethargic day of watching sports on television. Kansas state parks have something better – like a leisurely hike on well-maintained trails through some of Kansas’ prettiest scenery; or, taking a slow guided bike ride near the shores of a gorgeous lake and t ... Read More


View aerial images of favorite state parks from comfort of home PRATT -- The Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks (KDWP) website, www.kdwp.state.ks.us, offers many informational features about each of its state parks, including detailed news, brochures, camping area information, events, photographs, fish and wildlife, and direct email. E ... Read More


View aerial images of favorite state parks from comfort of home The Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks (KDWP) website offers many informational features about each of its state parks, including detailed news, brochures, camping area information, events, photographs, fish and wildlife, and direct email. Each of these features may be acce ... Read More


Jan. 2 declared state holiday in honor of President Gerald Ford
PRATT -- At the beginning of each new year, the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks (KDWP) begins taking reservations for state park campsites, cabins, and special event facilities. Normally, this begins the first working day of the year, Jan. 2, because New Year's Day is a ... Read More


Deer, turkey, and bass tournament regulations top public hearing agenda The Kansas Wildlife and Parks Commission will conduct a public meeting and hearing in Topeka on March 13. The public is invited to attend all sessions of the meeting, which will be conducted at Topeka Memorial Hall, 120 SW 10th in Topeka. The afternoon session will begin ... Read More


Derby native will identify new conservation projects and funding opportunities LAWRENCE -- Kansas Wildscape Foundation, a non-profit corporation dedicated to creating and enhancing outdoor opportunities in Kansas, recently named Charlie Black as its executive director. He will research and identify new projects and funding opportunities and ... Read More