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Outdoor education event honors shooting victim
EMPORIA — The 1st Annual Beau Arndt Outdoor Appreciation Day will be held Sept. 19 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Camp Alexander, 3 miles northeast of Emporia.Arndt was killed Dec. 15, 2007, just three days before his 19th birthday, by an drive-by poacher who shot into a goose decoy layout Arndt and his ... Read More


Halloween critters, hayrack ride, and "monster" myth-busters play featuredJUNCTION CITY — "Monster Myths by Moonlight" is the title of an Oct. 17 event at Milford State Park. The event will run from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. and include a hayrack ride and exploration of the nature trails by moonlight.Biologists will man the natur ... Read More


Conservation Achievement Program award deadline Dec. 1PRATT — The Kansas Wildlife Federation (KWF) wants nominees for its Conservation Achievement Program (CAP) awards, given annually to individuals or groups who are actively involved in programs to conserve the environment and promote environmental education and outreach. Any conservation-mind ... Read More


Early purchases valid the remainder of 2009 and all of 2010PRATT — The Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks reminds all hunters, anglers and park patrons that hunting and fishing licenses, trout stamps and park permits expire Dec. 31, 2009. Even though 2009 deer and fall turkey permits may still be valid in some units, a 2010 Kansas hunting ... Read More


Participants may win one of two shotguns or one of 24 guided huntsSCOTT CITY — The Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks (KDWP) will host the annual Southwest Youth Program at Scott State Park on Aug. 7 from 8:15 a.m. to 2 p.m. This year's special guests are Casey and Chris Keefer of the Sportsman's Channel's "Back Country Quest."I ... Read More


Shotgun, rifle, archery shooting and fishing and furharvesting demonstrations highlight eventHAYS — On Aug. 21 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Hays area conservation groups and businesses will offer a free day of target shooting and outdoor activities for youth ages 17 and younger. The 13th Annual Youth Outdoor Festival will be held at the Hays City Sp ... Read More


Little Walnut River property provides excellent information and training groundMANHATTAN — The Kansas Forest Service at Kansas State University (KSU) will conduct its 16th Annual Fall Forestry Field Day on Thursday, Oct. 14, at the Jackman Demonstration Forest, 12 miles east of Wichita near Leon in Butler County.David Jackman and his wife Sall ... Read More


Hunters, meat processors, food banks provide meals to poor; KDWP offers $2 donation option with permit and license purchasesTONGANOXIE — With the help of hunters, meat processors, and private donors, Kansas Hunters Feeding the Hungry (KSHFH) annually provides thousands of meals to those in need. Just one deer can feed nearly 200 hungry people ... Read More


Event celebrates Cheyenne Bottoms’ unique wetlands systemHOISINGTON — The 6th annual Cheyenne Bottoms Wetlanders Festival will take place April 15-17 in Hoisington. Organized and hosted by Hoisington Main Street, Inc., the festival celebrates the Cheyenne Bottoms region and the myriad flora and fauna it harbors. Activities for the whole family ... Read More


Kids 7 through 14 get to spend day on lake with a seasoned angler and his boatGLEN ELDER — The 7th annual Glen Elder Youth Fishing Tournament will be held June 4, the first day of the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks’ Free Fishing Days. All youth ages 7 through 14 are encouraged to call the Glen Elder State Park office, 785-545-3345, to ... Read More