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Scott State Park, Cheyenne Bottoms among 24 finalists Voters have until Dec. 31 to decide on the top eight attractions in Kansas. The Kansas Sampler Foundation announced 24 finalists in June. More than 16,000 votes have been cast. Two Kansas Department of Wildlife & Parks recreation areas are among the 24 nominees – Scott State Park and ... Read More


Funding cuts for agency to limit testing sites; hunters encouraged to report sick deer PRATT -- Due to a funding cut to the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks' (KDWP) chronic wasting disease (CWD) budget, the agency is scaling back CWD testing in eastern Kansas. Testing will continue as usual in western Kansas, where the risk of CWD is ... Read More


Currently illegal in Kansas, fishing technique allowed in three of four neighboring states PRATT -- Should jug fishing be allowed in Kansas? That’s the latest question posted on the KDWP blog. Interested persons are invited to comment. Kansas offers a variety of fishing techniques and opportunities, but some anglers have expressed interest i ... Read More


Scott State Park, Cheyenne Bottoms among 24 finalists PRATT -- Voters have until Dec. 31 to decide on the top eight tourist attractions in Kansas. The Kansas Sampler Foundation announced 24 finalists in June. More than 16,000 votes have been cast. Two Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks recreation areas are among the 24 nominees -- Scott ... Read More


Events held across Kansas; open to all bird enthusiasts Snow and ice storms have resulted in postponement of several Kansas Christmas Bird Counts. Organizers will try to reschedule when possible, depending on personal schedules and travel conditions. To keep track of the revised bird count scheduling, visit the Kansas Ornithological Society ... Read More


Events held across Kansas; open to all bird enthusiasts
PRATT — The Kansas Ornithological Society has announced dates for its annual Kansas Christmas Bird Counts (CBCs). These statewide events help biologists glean information on bird population trends and give wildlife enthusiasts a chance to search for their favorite birds. The event is c ... Read More



CHRISTMAS BIRD COUNTS DEC. 14-JAN. 6
EIGHT WONDERS OF KANSAS VOTING DEADLINE DEC. 31
KDWP BLOG INVITES PUBLIC COMMENTS ON JUG FISHINGWILDLIFE AND PARKS TO SCALE BACK CWD TESTING Read More


Currently illegal in Kansas, fishing technique allowed in three of four neighboring states Should jug fishing be allowed in Kansas? That’s the latest question posted on the KDWP blog. Interested persons are invited to comment. Kansas offers a variety of fishing techniques and opportunities, but some anglers have expressed interest in jug fis ... Read More


Funding cuts for agency to limit testing sites; hunters encouraged to report sick deer Due to a funding cut to the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks' (KDWP) chronic wasting disease (CWD) budget, the agency is scaling back CWD testing in eastern Kansas. Testing will continue as usual in western Kansas, where the risk of CWD is highest. ... Read More