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Nov. 6, 2014Fourteen species of furbearers may be hunted and trappedduring traditional seasonPRATT – Have you ever had a family of raccoons make nightly “yard art” with the contents of your trash cans? Or a muskrat turn your pond dam into Swiss cheese? Although these furbearers play vital roles in the balance of nature, sometimes they can be co ... Read More


Nov. 6, 2014Upcoming projects necessary for public safety will also enhance access and habitatPITTSBURG – A public information meeting to discuss improvements planned at several Mined Land Wildlife Area units will be conducted on Wednesday, Nov. 12 at the Southeast High School Auditorium, 126 W 400, Cherokee. The meeting will begin at 6:30 p.m. ... Read More


November 10, 2014No injury or fatal hunting incidents were reported TOPEKA, Kan.– Game wardens with the Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism (KDWPT) reported a number of violations during the opening weekend of the pheasant and quail regular season which began November 8. The weekend reporting period ran from 7:00 p.m. on Frida ... Read More


Nov. 13, 2014Winter is here, but that doesn’t mean it’s time to store your boatPRATT – Boating can be a fun and safe activity just about year-round, especially when the proper procedures are in place, but high winds, icy waters, and freezing temperatures can pose  serious risks. Anglers and waterfowl hunters braving icy waters this winter ... Read More


Nov. 13, 2014Banded pheasants worth cash and prizes to be released in Ford, Finney, Hodgeman countiesDODGE CITY – One hundred and fifty banded pheasants will be released in Ford, Finney, and Hodgeman counties as part of an inaugural pheasant hunting contest hosted by Dodge City, Garden City, and the city of Jetmore. The contest begins Nov. 21 a ... Read More


Nov. 13, 2014Annual prairie chicken season opens with changes for 2014PRATT –The regular prairie chicken season opens on the third Saturday in November, which is Nov. 15, 2014. However, this year, hunters will see a significant change in where prairie chickens may be hunted. Kansas is home to two species of prairie chickens. The greater prairie ... Read More


11/30/14 - Milford Nature Center's Holiday Open House
Community Event
(Milford Nature Center)