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Dec. 15, 2011
Many seasons open during Christmas, New Year’s breakPRATT — Most people take some time off work during the Christmas and New Year holidays, and this is a perfect time to take advantage of cool-weather hunting with family and friends. It can be an excellent time to hunt because colder weather may hold game birds tight, bring malla ... Read More


Dec. 15, 2001
Low Plains Late Zone and Low Plains Southeast Zone dates incorrect in news releasePRATT — In a Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism news release dated Dec. 15, 2011, an article entitled “HUNTING CHRISTMAS BREAK” lists dates of hunting seasons currently open or which will be open in December and January. Under the list ... Read More


Dec. 22, 2011
Boys and girls hunt with celebrities and soldiersGLEN ELDER — “There were 18 happy and tired kids — both girls and boys — leaving the Waconda Lake [Glen Elder Reservoir] area and heading home on the night of Saturday, Dec. 10,” said Chris Lecuyer, Glen Elder Wildlife Area manager.These new hunters had just wrapped up a full day o ... Read More


Dec. 22, 2011
Grassland restoration projects, educational efforts garner national attentionPRATT — The Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies (AFWA) — the organization that represents North America’s fish and wildlife agencies — has honored the Alexander Ranch of Barber County with the 2011 National Private Lands Fish and Wildlife Stewardsh ... Read More


Dec. 22, 2011
KDWPT biologists use data to predict fishing prospects, stocking needsPRATT — “Statewide, I think we’re looking at a very good year for anglers in 2012,” says Doug Nygren, Fisheries Section chief for the Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism (KDWPT). What leads Nygren to this conclusion? The results of fish biologists’ ... Read More


The Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism (KDWPT) has announced that three Kansas state parks will participate in the America’s State Parks “First Day Hikes” on New Year’s Day 2012. Each hike will offer individuals and families opportunities to begin the New Year rejuvenating and connecting with the outdoors by taking a healthy hike ... Read More