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Lightning strikes may be more likely than hunting accidents PRATT -- The Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks (KDWP) reports that there were 19 hunting accidents in 2007, with one fatality. This is an increase of two accidents over the previous year but still a very small number considering that approximately 271,000 hunters spent more than ... Read More



NUMBER OF HUNTING ACCIDENTS REMAINS LOW
KDWP TO CONDUCT WINGSHOOTING COURSE AUG. 5, 12, 19
DUCKS UNLIMITED GOIN' FISHIN'RANGE SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIP CUTOFF DATE EXTENDED FOR WEST Read More


Volunteer instructors credited for enhancing safety of huntingThe Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks (KDWP) reports that there were 19 hunting accidents in 2007, with one fatality. This is an increase of two accidents over the previous year but still a very small number considering that some 271,000 hunters spend about 3 million days afiel ... Read More


Limited to 20 participants, course will teach basic to intermediate wingshootingThe Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks will hold a three-session clinic entitled "Beginning Wingshooting" on Aug. 5, 12, and 19 at the Pratt Gun Club. The range is located one-half mile north of Pratt Community College, just east of Highway K-61 north ... Read More


Wildlife conservation group plans tournament at John Redmond ReservoirThe John Redmond Chapter of Ducks Unlimited will hold its Fourth Annual Catfish Tournament at John Redmond Reservoir on July 26 from 7 a.m. until 5 p.m.“This is the first time we have tried a catfish tournament as a way to raise money for wetland conservation,” says Bob Hammo ... Read More


Conservation school application deadline extended to Aug. 6 for western schoolPrinciples of Rangeland Management: Grass and Animal Ecology in Kansas is a three-day school directed at ranchers, land managers, and others interested in knowing more about this vital natural resource. Conducted by the Kansas Grazing Lands Coalition, Inc. (KGLC), the ... Read More


Melvern Cabin
  • Type of Cabin: Modern Cabin
  • This facility is ADA accessible
  • Location of Facility: N38 30.982 W95 44.577
  • This Facility is Reservable. Check availability and reserve Melvern Cabin
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    This cabin will allow the renter a view of the lake. The cabin will sleep 6 (one double bed, a futon, couch and a pull down "Murphy-type bed"); full kitchen (refrigerator, stove, microwave, dishes, silverware, cooking utensils, pots and pans, and coffee pot), as well as a table and chairs and a restroom with a shower. Beds will have mattresses, you will need to bring your own bedding (full/twin size), pillows, and toiletries. Exterior amenities will include a picnic table and a fire ring.

    Check-in 2:00pm - Check-out 12:00pm (noon)

    NO smoking and NO pets allowed in Cabin. NO TENTS ALLOWED outside cabin.

    Melvern Cabin is located near Abliene Campground.

    Click on Make a Reservation above to view available dates and reserve on-line or by contacting the park office (785-528-4102).


Arvonia Cabin
  • Type of Cabin: Modern Cabin
  • This facility is ADA accessible
  • Location of Facility: N38 30.982 W95 44.577
  • This Facility is Reservable. Check availability and reserve Arvonia Cabin
  • Click for more information

    This cabin will allow the renter a view of the lake. The cabin will sleep 6 (one double bed, futon, couch and a pull down "Murphy-type bed"); full kitchen (refrigerator, stove, microwave, dishes, silverware, cooking utensils, pots and pans, and coffee pot), as well as a table and chairs and a restroom with a shower. Beds will have mattresses, you will need to bring your own bedding (full/twin size), pillows, and toiletries. Exterior amenities will include a picnic table and a fire ring.

    Check-in 2:00pm - Check-out 12:00pm (noon)

    NO smoking and NO pets allowed in Cabin. NO TENTS ALLOWED outside cabin.

    Arvonia Cabin is located near Abliene Campground.

    Click on Make a Reservation above to view available dates and reserve on-line or by contacting the park office.