LEAST TERN (Species information) 17%

This smallest of the North American terns is 8-10 inches long with a wingspread of about 20 inches. The adult is white below and grayish above with a black cap and white forehead. The leading edge      .... Continue to LEAST TERN >>

MUCKET MUSSEL (Species information) 17%

moderate in young to very thick in older specimens. The coloration is yellowish-brown with green rays. Maximum length is about eight inches. Historically, the mucket was never widespread in Kansas, occurring      .... Continue to MUCKET MUSSEL >>

BLACK-CAPPED VIREO (Species information) 17%

The Black-capped Vireo is about 5 inches long. Males have olive green backs, white undersides, and faintly yellowish green flanks. The upper half of the head is black with white lores and partial      .... Continue to BLACK-CAPPED VIREO >>

SHARP HORNSNAIL (Species information) 17%

of the shell varies from pale brown to dark chestnut, with some specimens showing variable banding. On the average, the adult is about 1 1/8 inches long with a width at the widest point of 3/8 inch      .... Continue to SHARP HORNSNAIL >>

SNOWY PLOVER (Species information) 17%

Adult Snowy Plovers are about 6 inches in length with a wingspread of 13-14 inches. Very light color with a thin black bill, black mark behind each eye and over forecrown, dark legs and feet      .... Continue to SNOWY PLOVER >>

Texas Mouse (Species information) 17%

. Longevity of this small mammal is usually less than one year, but maximum length of life is about two years in the wild.      .... Continue to Texas Mouse >>

First Day Hikes (Folder) 17%

will be on site to provide information about local area. Recommended length is 2-3 miles, dependent upon ability, but those seeking a longer more challenging hike can increase mileage as the feel appropriate. No on ... . There are hundreds of scheduled First Day Hikes across the United States. For more information about the First Day Hike program and other hikes around the United States visit, http://stateparks.org.      .... Continue to First Day Hikes >>

Certification Options (Folder) 17%

request a Homestudy Packet by contacting Chelsea Hofmeier at  Chelsea.hofmeier@ks.gov  or 620-672-0770.  If you are choosing this method of certification, please be aware that it takes about      .... Continue to Certification Opt... >>

Sheridan State Fishing Lake (Fishing Location) 17%

piers Shoreline reinforcement with rocks and boulders to prevent erosion Improved fish habitat and stocking with sportfish and the smaller fish they feed on Campsite upgrades, including picnic ... Construction of earthen fishing piers Shoreline reinforcement with rocks and boulders to prevent erosion Improved fish habitat and stocking with sportfish and the smaller fish they feed on Campsite upgrades      .... Continue to Sheridan State Fi... >>