Kansas Wildlife and Parks Commission
Serving as a regulatory body for KDWP, the Commission is a seven-member, non-partisan board made up of no more than four members of any one political party. Commissioners serve staggered four-year terms and advise the Secretary on planning and policy issues regarding administration of KDWP.
All Commission meetings are accessible and open to the public, and time is always set aside for public comment on non-agenda items.
The Commission's Mission is that of the Departments: "To conserve and enhance Kansas' wildlife and its habitats, ensuring current and future generations appreciate and enjoy these living resources and associated recreation, while informing the public of the status of Kansas' natural resources, gaining understanding and support in achieving this mission."
See the links below to view a list of upcoming meetings dates or contact Commissioners so your voice can be heard.
Nonprofit organizations (based or operating in Kansas) that actively promote wildlife conservation and the hunting and fishing heritage are eligible to participate in KDWP's Commission Big Game Permit program. Through this program, eligible nonprofits get a chance to draw one of seven special big game permits, which can then be sold to raise money for conservation-based projects. Congratulations to the 2024 winners.
To contact all Kansas Wildlife and Parks Commissioners, click here: Contact All Commissioners.
Name | Address | Phone | |
Whitney Damron | Topeka, KS | (785) 224-6666 | |
Emerick Cross | Kansas City, KS | (913) 424-6767 | |
Warren Gfeller | Russell, KS | (913) 221-1173 | |
Delia Lister | Pittsburg, KS | (620) 235-4805 | |
Bruce Riedl | Ellinwood, KS | (620) 566-7263 | |
Will Carpenter | El Dorado, KS | (316) 541-2932 | |
Keith Mark | Basehor, KS | (816) 803-2893 |
Members of the public who wish to attend Kansas Wildlife and Parks Commission meetings virtually must pre-register.
A) Pre-register and Log Into Zoom
- Register in Zoom here with your first and last name and email address.
- Once registered, you will be provided a link to join the meeting.
- Visitors will be muted upon entering the meeting. To comment or ask a question, use the Raise Hand feature or type your question in the chat.
B) Call In
- Call: 1-877-853-5257
- When a meeting ID is requested, enter 844 9206 8160#
- When a participant ID is requested, enter: #
C) Watch Live Video/Audio Stream
You can watch a live video/audio stream of the meeting without registering at https://ksoutdoors.com/commission-meeting.
Each year, the Kansas Wildlife and Parks Commission holds a random drawing for seven special big game hunting permits available only to nonprofit organizations focused on wildlife conservation and promoting hunting and fishing. Winning nonprofits may then sell the permit, keeping 15 percent of the sale price while the remaining 85 percent goes toward a conservation project mutually agreed to with the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks. These special Commission Big Game Permits are authorized by K.S.A. 32-970.
Date: November 21, 2024
Time: 9:00 a.m. CST
Location: Wichita -Great Plains Nature Center, 6232 E 29th St N, Wichita - Instructions to participate in virtual meeting
View the Commission meeting on YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/live/dt922kQHKWc?si=5Pgm0cZoWLvx44O4
What do you think about our video broadcast effort? Use the KDWP Contact Form to send us your thoughts.