Application deadline Jan. 6; seven permits available to qualifying organizations PRATT -- Nonprofit organizations devoted to wildlife conservation have a new fund-raising opportunity, thanks to action taken by the 2005 Kansas Legislature and the Kansas Wildlife and Parks Commission. The legislature approved provisions for annual issuance of ... Read More

KDWP offers 15 days of free hunting, fishing, park use PRATT --Anyone searching for that perfect Christmas gift for the outdoorsman or woman in their life should look to the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks (KDWP). On Dec. 17, KDWP will offer 2006 licenses and park permits for sale. Although 2006 licenses and permits may be purchased ... Read More

Month-long event open to all bird enthusiasts PRATT — The Kansas Ornithological Society's annual Kansas Christmas Bird Counts (CBCs) will last a full month this winter, running Dec. 14-Jan. 14, 2006. This series of statewide events helps biologists glean information on bird population trends and gives wildlife enthusiasts a chance to spot th ... Read More