Location: PERRY STATE PARK

Type: office closed

Dates: 01/27/26 - 01/30/26

This is an All Day Event

Other Information:

Office will be closed Tues Jan 27th through Thurs Jan 29 2026

Vehicle permits are required.

The Park remains open for day use and Camping. Daily Vehicle and camping permits can be obtained at the self-pay stations. Please check kiosk for pricing.

The water is off to many facilities. 

Most hunting/fishing licenses and permits can be purchased at Official Kansas Fishing and Hunting Licenses | Go Outdoors Kansas or  GoOutdoorsKS Mobile App

Please call 620-672-5911 if you need further assistance.

Location: Central Kansas Gun Club

Type: Hybrid Hunter Ed Field Day

Date: Saturday, February 07, 2026

Time: 9:00 am - 2:00 pm

Other Information:

Registration and additional information is available online www.safehunters.com

The link sometimes does not work so please type the address into your browser.

Location: Haymaker Lodge

Type: Hunter Ed Course

Dates: 02/07/26 - 02/08/26

Time: 8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Other Information:

Class will be Feb 7 from 8-4 and Feb 8 from 10-12. 

Registration and additional information is available online www.safehunters.com

The link sometimes does not work so please type the address into your browser.

Location: Bass Pro Shops

Type: Hunter Ed Course

Dates: 02/19/26 - 02/21/26

Time: 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Other Information:

Registration and additional information is available online www.safehunters.com The link sometimes does not work so please type the address into your browser.

Location: Hays City Sportman's Club

Type: Hunter Ed Hybrid Field Day

Date: Saturday, February 21, 2026

Time: 10:00 am - 2:00 pm

Other Information:

Registration and additional information is available online www.safehunters.com

The link sometimes does not work so please type the address into your browser.

Location: EGE Products

Type: Hunter Ed Course

Dates: 02/28/26 - 03/01/26

Contact: Chris Gray

Phone No: 620-770-9390

Time: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Location: Dodge City Community College - Little Theater

Type: Informational Meeting

Date: Tuesday, March 03, 2026

Contact: Scott Waters, Fisheries Supervisor

Phone No: 620-450-7199

Time: 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Other Information:

Whether you’re a seasoned angler or just love Kansas lakes, come enjoy this free event, learn something new, and get inspired for your next day on the water.

Join us for a fun, free evening of fishing insight and conversation with Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks (KDWP) fisheries biologists. They’ll share highlights from the 2025 fish sampling season, offer a sneak peek at what anglers can expect in 2026, and talk about lake conditions, special projects, stocking plans, and more. A KDWP law enforcement officer will also be on hand to help answer your fishing regulation questions.

Dodge City Community College, Little Theater
2501 N. 14th Avenue
Dodge City, KS 6780

Lakes Covered At This Information Night:

• Dodge City area lakes (including Horsethief Reservoir, Clark State Fishing Lake, and Ford County Lake)
• Cedar Bluff Reservoir
• Scott State Fishing Lake
• Cheney Reservoir
• Wilson Reservoir
• Kanopolis Reservoir

Location: Kansas Highway Patrol Training Academy

Type: Informational Meeting

Date: Thursday, March 05, 2026

Contact: Scott Waters

Phone No: 620-450-7199

Time: 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Other Information:

Whether you’re a seasoned angler or just love Kansas lakes, come enjoy this free event, learn something new, and get inspired for your next day on the water.

Join us for a fun, free evening of fishing insight and conversation with Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks (KDWP) fisheries biologists. They’ll share highlights from the 2025 fish sampling season, offer a sneak peek at what anglers can expect in 2026, and talk about lake conditions, special projects, stocking plans, and more. A KDWP law enforcement officer will also be on hand to help answer your fishing regulation questions.

Kansas Highway Patrol Training Academy
2025 E. Iron Avenue
Salina, KS 67401

Lakes Covered At This Information Night:

• Wilson Reservoir
• Kanopolis Reservoir
• Milford Reservoir
• Glen Elder Reservoir
• Lovewell Reservoir
• Webster Reservoir
• Kirwin Reservoir
• Keith Sebelius Reservoir (Norton)

Location: Central Kansas Gun Club

Type: Hybrid Hunter Ed Field day

Date: Saturday, March 07, 2026

Time: 9:00 am - 2:00 pm

Other Information:

Registration and additional information is available online www.safehunters.com

The link sometimes does not work so please type the address into your browser.

Location: PERRY STATE PARK

Type: Tournament

Date: Saturday, March 07, 2026

Contact: Dustin Johnson

Phone No: 620-430-5451

Time: 5:00 am - 5:00 pm

Other Information:

FISHING TOURNAMENT-Catfish

Location: Lake View Boat Ramp

Vehicle Permits are REQUIRED for all vehicles to enter the State Park - no matter the length of stay.

Location: FHSU Albertson Hall, Room 169

Type: Informational Meeting

Date: Tuesday, March 10, 2026

Contact: Scott Waters, Fisheries Supervisor

Phone No: 620-450-7199

Time: 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Other Information:

Whether you’re a seasoned angler or just love Kansas lakes, come enjoy this free event, learn something new, and get inspired for your next day on the water.

Join us for a fun, free evening of fishing insight and conversation with Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks (KDWP) fisheries biologists. They’ll share highlights from the 2025 fish sampling season, offer a sneak peek at what anglers can expect in 2026, and talk about lake conditions, special projects, stocking plans, and more. A KDWP law enforcement officer will also be on hand to help answer your fishing regulation questions.

Fort Hays State University Albertson Hall, Room 169
509 S Campus Dr
Hays, KS 67601

Lakes Covered At This Information Night:

• Wilson Reservoir
• Kanopolis Reservoir
• Cedar Bluff Reservoir
• Glen Elder Reservoir
• Lovewell Reservoir
• Webster Reservoir
• Kirwin Reservoir
• Keith Sebelius Reservoir (Norton)
• Dodge City area lakes (including Horsethief Reservoir, Clark State Fishing Lake, and Ford County Lake)

Location: St Luke's Lutheran Church

Type: Hunter Ed Course

Dates: 03/13/26 - 03/14/26

Time: 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Other Information:

Registration and additional information is available online www.safehunters.com

The link sometimes does not work so please type the address into your browser.

Location: Geary Co Fish and Game Association

Type: Hybrid Hunter Ed Field day

Date: Saturday, March 14, 2026

Time: 8:30 am - 4:00 pm

Other Information:

Registration and additional information is available online www.safehunters.com

The link sometimes does not work so please type the address into your browser.

Location: Brewster High School

Type: Hybrid Hunter Ed Course

Date: Saturday, March 14, 2026

Time: 7:30 am - 3:00 pm

Other Information:

Registration and additional information is available online www.safehunters.com

The link sometimes does not work so please type the address into your browser.

Location: Clearwater Senior Center

Type: Hunter Ed Course

Dates: 03/14/26 - 03/15/26

Time: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Other Information:

Registration and additional information is available online www.safehunters.com

The link sometimes does not work so please type the address into your browser.

Location: Banner Creek Event Center

Type: Hybrid Hunter Ed field day

Date: Sunday, March 15, 2026

This is an All Day Event

Other Information:

Registration and additional information is available online www.safehunters.com

The link sometimes does not work so please type the address into your browser.

Location: Ottawa State Fishing Lake

Type: Hybrid Hunter Ed Field day

Date: Friday, March 20, 2026

Time: 8:00 am - 2:00 pm

Other Information:

Registration and additional information is available online www.safehunters.com

The link sometimes does not work so please type the address into your browser.

Location: Hillsdale State Park

Type: Hybrid Hunter Ed Course

Date: Saturday, March 21, 2026

Contact: Frank Audano Jr

Phone No: frank@franksrealty.com

Time: 9:00 am - 1:00 pm

Other Information:

Registration and additional information is available online www.safehunters.com

The link sometimes does not work so please type the address into your browser.

Location: Mom and Pop's Burger Shop

Type: Hunter Ed Course

Dates: 03/21/26 - 03/22/26

Time: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Other Information:

Registration and additional information is available online www.safehunters.com

The link sometimes does not work so please type the address into your browser.

Location: Great Plains Nature Center

Type: Hunter Ed Course

Dates: 03/27/26 - 03/28/26

Other Information:

Class is March 27 from 6-9pm and March 28 from 9-4:30pm.

Registration and additional information is available online www.safehunters.com

The link sometimes does not work so please type the address into your browser.

Location: Peck Community Center

Type: Furharvester Education Course

Date: Saturday, April 11, 2026

Time: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Other Information:

Registration and additional information is available online www.safehunters.com

The link sometimes does not work so please type the address into your browser.

The community center will be offering a $5 hot dog lunch (hot dog sandwich, chips and drink).

Location: Indian Hill Golf Course Banquet Room

Type: Hunter Ed Course

Dates: 04/10/26 - 04/11/26

Time: 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Other Information:

Registration and additional information is available online www.safehunters.com

The link sometimes does not work so please type the address into your browser.

Location: Hillsdale State Park

Type: Hybrid Hunter Education Course

Date: Saturday, April 18, 2026

Contact: Frank Audano

Phone No: frank@franksrealty.com

Time: 9:00 am - 1:00 pm

Other Information:

Registration and additional information is available online www.safehunters.com

The link sometimes does not work so please type the address into your browser.

Location: Flint Hills trail

Type: Long Distance Running

Date: Saturday, April 25, 2026

Contact: Samantha Green

Time: 4:00 am - 6:00 pm

Other Information:

Midwest Endurance Race Co brings you the Mile 0 Trail Race of the Midwest! The Flint Hills Trail is the longest of Kansas’ 3,000-plus miles of public trails.  Distances of 50K, 20 Mile, and 10 Mile are offered. Mile 0 Flint Hills Trail Race - April 25, 2026

Location: PERRY STATE PARK

Type: TOURNAMENT

Date: Sunday, April 26, 2026

Contact: Brian Keeney

Phone No: 913-424-8285

Time: 7:00 am - 3:00 pm

Other Information:

FISHING TOURNAMENT- Bass

Location: Lake View Boat Ramp

Vehicle Permits are REQUIRED for all vehicles to enter the State Park - no matter the length of stay.

Location: Meade State Park

Type: Family oriented outdoor activities

Date: Saturday, May 02, 2026

Contact: Meade State Park Office

Phone No: 620-873-2572

Time: 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Other Information:

For more information on this event visit facebook.com/MeadeStatePark or call the park office.

Location: Meade State Park

Type: Education

Date: Saturday, May 02, 2026

Contact: Meade State Park Office

Phone No: (620) 873-2572

Time: 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Other Information:

Visit facebook.com/MeadeStatePark for more information or call the park office.

Location: PERRY STATE PARK

Type: TOURNAMENT

Date: Sunday, May 03, 2026

Contact: ksbuddybass22@gmail.com

This is an All Day Event

Other Information:

TENTATIVE approval of Permit

FISHING TOURNAMENT- Bass

Location: Lake View Boat Ramp

Vehicle Permits are REQUIRED for all vehicles to enter the State Park - no matter the length of stay.

https://www.ksbuddybass.com

Location: Glen Elder State Park

Type: Enter the Park Free

Date: Saturday, June 06, 2026

Phone No: 785-545-3345

Time: 8:00 am - 3:00 pm

Other Information:

Enter Glen Elder State Park without needing a vehicle permit.

Camping permits are still required.

Location: Glen Elder State Park

Type: Youth Fishing Tournament

Date: Saturday, June 06, 2026

Contact: Paul Stockabrand

Phone No: 785-545-3345

Time: 8:00 am - 3:00 pm

Other Information:

Youth Fishing Tournament! AND Free park entrance day

Location: Prairie Spirit Trail

Type: Celebration

Date: Saturday, June 06, 2026

Time: 8:00 am - 6:00 pm

Other Information:

Celebrating the 30th anniversary of the Prairie Spirit Trail as part of National Trails Day. Details Pending.

Location: PERRY STATE PARK

Type: TOURNAMENT

Dates: 06/06/26 - 06/07/26

This is an All Day Event

Other Information:

TENTATIVE - APPROVAL 2 DAY TOURNAMENT PENDING approval of permit

Location: Prairie Spirit Trail

Type: Nature Ride

Date: Wednesday, June 10, 2026

Contact: Ruth Theis

Time: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm

Other Information:

The Friends of the Prairie Spirit Trail will be hosting a golf cart ride for senior citizens to provide them mobility to be able to enjoy the many sights and sounds the trail has to offer. The ride will start at the Elementary School.

Location: Glen Elder State Park

Type: July 4th celebration

Date: Saturday, July 04, 2026

Time: 9:45 pm - 10:30 pm

Other Information:

Sponsored by Waconcda Cultural Association

Location: Webster State Park

Type: 4th of July Celebration & Fireworks

Date: Saturday, July 04, 2026

This is an All Day Event

Other Information:

Fireworks will be on Saturday, July 4, 2026.

Location: Indian HIll Gold Course Banquet Room

Type: Hunter Ed Course

Dates: 08/07/26 - 08/08/26

Time: 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Other Information:

Registration and additional information is available online www.safehunters.com

The link sometimes does not work so please type the address into your browser.

Location: Cedar Bluff State Park

Type: Dance Party

Date: Saturday, September 05, 2026

Contact: Jacque Vice

Phone No: 785-726-3212

Time: 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm

Other Information:

End of Summer Beach Party at Cedar Bluff State Park! 

Celebrate Labor Day Weekend with a beachside bash at Cedar Bluff State Park on Saturday, August 30, 2025, from 7 PM to 11 PM! Enjoy an evening of live DJ music , outdoor games , and fun in the sand under the stars . Dance along to the beats, challenge friends to games, or unwind by the water as we say goodbye to summer in style. Bring your blankets, lawn chairs , and summer spirit  for a night to remember! 

Event Details:
 Saturday, September 5, 2026
 7 PM - 11 PM
 Cedar Bluff State Park - Bluffton Shelter

Make the most of your Labor Day Weekend—see you at the beach!  #LaborDayBeachParty #CedarBluff #EndOfSummerBash #MyKsStatePark

Location: PERRY STATE PARK

Type: HORSE EVENT

Dates: 09/03/26 - 09/07/26

This is an All Day Event

Other Information:

Friends of Perry Wild Horse Annual Celebration

Location: Wild Horse Equestrian Shelter, Campground and Trails

• 9/4 6:00 pm Potluck
• 9/5 Trail Rides Registration start at 8am

Check Facebook "Let's Ride--Perry Lake" for updates and information

Vehicle Permits are REQUIRED FOR ALL VEHICLES to enter the State Park- No matter the length of stay.

All camping fees will apply. 

Location: Flint Hills Trail

Type: Walking/Running

Date: Saturday, September 12, 2026

Contact: Deb McQuay

Time: 8:00 am - 1:00 pm

Other Information:

Stomp out Suicide is a walk to provide training and resources in our schools and community.  All donations, entry fees etc. will be available to all schools within Miami County to assist with training for awareness of mental health challenges within the schools.

Location: WEBSTER STATE PARK- ROCK POINT CAMPGROUND

Type: CAR SHOW

Date: Sunday, September 13, 2026

This is an All Day Event

Other Information:

It will be held in the Rock Point Campground.

Location: Webster State Park

Type: Free Entrance Day

Date: Sunday, September 13, 2026

This is an All Day Event

Other Information:

Vehicle permits are not required for the day.  All Camping fees apply.

Annual Car Show will be taking place in Rock Point Campground

Location: Fall River State Park - Fredonia Bay Area

Type: Historical Reenactment of the Mountain Man Era 1800-1840

Date: Saturday, September 26, 2026

Contact: Kimberly Jones

Phone No: 620-637-2213

Time: 9:00 am - 6:00 pm

Other Information:

Step back to 1826, a time with the mountain man and the American Indians walked the recently purchased Louisiana Purchase. A time when Lewis and Clark had finished their exploration, and others were wanting to follow in their footsteps. The event interprets 1800-1840 with a traditional rendezvous when Mountain Men and American Indians camped together to trade for needed supplies from the fur companies. Activities may include Indian and Mountain Men Encampments, Historical Traders, Reenactors Blackpowder Shoot, Tomahawk Throw, Skillet Throw for the Ladies, and a Kids Gold Rush. Come out to Fall River State Park and step back to 1826.  This event celebrates National Public Lands Day - with FREE entrance to Fall River State Park.

Location: Flint Hills Trail

Type: Long Distance Running

Dates: 09/26/26 - 09/27/26

Contact: Samantha Green

Time: 4:00 am - 12:00 pm

Other Information:

Midwest Endurance brings you Ultrapalooza! It’s the flattest, awesome-est, running-est party in the Midwest! This marathon will feature 1/2 marathon, 50k, 50 mile, 100k and 100 mile distance options to test the might of a novice runner to the most experienced, dedicated runner. Ultrapalooza - September 26 - 27, 2026

Location: PERRY STATE PARK

Type: HORSE EVENT

Date: Saturday, October 24, 2026

Contact: Amy Schmidtlein

Phone No: 785-640-1600

Time: 3:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Other Information:

Location Wild Horse Equestrian Shelter and Trials

Chili & Pie Supper with Moonlight Ride

In case of inclement weather-and more event details will be updated on "Let's Ride - Perry Lake" Facebook page.

This is Perry State Park's Free Entrance Day for vehicles all overnight camping fees will still apply

Location: PERRY STATE PARK

Type: PARK EVENT

Date: Saturday, October 24, 2026

This is an All Day Event

Other Information:

Plans are in the works- schedule will be finalized late summer.

THIS IS PERRY STATE PARKS FREE VEHICLE ENTRANCE DAY- overnight camping fees still apply

UPDATES WILL BE POSTED FIRST AT:

Our Facebook page for updates: https://www.facebook.com/PerryStatePark 

or the new Friends Group Facebook Page

https://www.facebook.com/people/Friends-of-Perry-State-Park/61566151751744/

email: perrystateparkfriends@gmail.com

Location: PERRY STATE PARK

Type: Free Entrance Day

Date: Saturday, October 24, 2026

This is an All Day Event

Other Information:

PER K.S.A. 32-901

all overnight camping fees will still apply

Location: Meade State Park

Type: Guided Hike

Date: Friday, January 01, 2027

Contact: Meade State Park

Phone No: (620) 873-2572

Time: 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Other Information:

Check out our facebook page www.facebook.com/MeadeStatePark for more information on this event, or call the park office.