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TOPEKA – Rush the Rails is the grand opening event for the Flint Hills Nature Trail, Kansas’ newest and longest nature trail. The event will include rides, competitive races and relays, as well as festivities at various communities along the trail. Registration and events will kick off on Friday, Oct. 6 in Ottawa, Council Grove, and Osawatomie, ... Read More


9/12/19 - Stockton High School Cross Country Meet
High School Cross Country Meet
(Webster State Park)

November 1, 2012Ruggedly scenic shore of Wilson Reservoir perfect mountain bike trail settingPRATT—The Switchgrass Mountain Bike Trail at Wilson State Park was recently given an “Epic Award” from the International Mountain Bicycling Association (IMBA) at the organization’s World Summit in Santa Fe, N.M. According to IMBA’s website, “Switchgrass ... Read More


SYLVAN GROVE – “Wild Within You” will be hosting a series of trail runs for recreationalists of all skill levels, including a 5k, 30k, and 50k (with team relay option), at Wilson State Park on Oct. 18. Day-of registration will open at 8 a.m., followed by a brief racer meeting at 8:45 a.m. The race will kick off at 9 a.m. Runners who preregister ... Read More


Lawrence event offers forum for advocates to learn, share information LAWRENCE -- Trails enthusiasts from across Kansas will converge on Lawrence Oct. 18 and 19 for the Kansas Built Environment and Trails Summit. A variety of groups and individuals with extensive trail development experience will share information on planning, building, and ... Read More


Nov. 17, 2011
Camera snaps shot of sixth confirmed Kansas sightingATCHISON — A deer hunter was in for a surprise last week when he checked his trail camera and found what he believed to be a slightly blurry image of a mountain lion. After searching the area and finding large tracks, he contacted the local Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks a ... 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