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October 21, 2011Blue-green algae persists in some waters despite cooling weather TOPEKA — In a few remaining city and county lakes, blue-green algae populations are still above minimum public safety levels established by the Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE). State and federal lakes are no longer under any warnings or advisorie ... Read More

Oct. 27, 2011
One bird sighted at Quivira National Wildlife Refuge, two at Cheyenne Bottoms Wildlife AreaPRATT — Northely winds accompanying a Canadian cold front the week of Oct. 17 moved whooping cranes south from Canada toward their wintering grounds at Aransas National Wildlife Refuge on the Texas Gulf Coast. As of Oct. 19, two cranes were ... Read More

Oct. 27, 2011
Reduced prices, uncrowded conditions make parks attractive in fall and winterPRATT — If you’re looking for an outdoor adventure bargain close to home, the Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism (KDWPT) has a deal for you. The state park off-season runs Oct. 1-March 31, and during this time, you can enjoy parks at reduce ... Read More

Oct. 27, 2011
Anglers and hunters can protect themselves against hypothermiaPRATT — While pleasure boaters have winterized and stored their watercraft, avid waterfowl hunters and cold-weather anglers are gearing up for fall hunting and fishing seasons. But fall can be a dangerous time on the water. Most single-boat accidents take place this ti ... Read More

Oct. 27, 2011
Kansas deer-vehicle collisions peak in NovemberTOPEKA — Deer can be spotted near Kansas roadways any time of year, but motorists should be especially vigilant in the fall. Deer breeding season, called the “rut,” peaks in mid-November, and this is when deer-vehicle collisions are most likely. That’s why the Kansas Department of Tr ... Read More

10/30/11 - Wade Beemer Memorial Youth Hunt
Educational
(3406 Hawk Road — 10 miles north of Abilene.)

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