2008 deer permits NOT valid; 2010 hunting license required in January
PRATT — Many Kansas hunters look forward to the Christmas and New Year holiday as an opportunity to get outdoors and enjoy some of the best hunting of the season. Early January antlerless deer seasons are especially popular for hunters who have not filled a permit or who wa ... Read More

Efficiency and limited resources guide River Pond Area entrance decision PRATT — The United States Army Corps of Engineers’ (USACE) multi-year Dam Safety Project at Tuttle Creek Reservoir is nearly complete. This major project significantly impacted Tuttle Creek State Park’s visitors, facilities, and operations, particularly in the River Pond ... Read More

Two cabins scheduled for completion in December, one in January and one in February MARQUETTE — Kanopolis State Park has announced that four new handicapped-accessible cabins will soon be available to rent in the Langley Point Area. Two are scheduled for delivery in December, one in January, and another in February. Sometime in early to late s ... Read More

Department of Wildlife and Parks offers latest information sent directly to your email PRATT — Many Kansas outdoorsmen and women want information on outdoor activities but don't know where to find it or forget to periodically check the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks (KDWP) website, www.kdwp.state.ks.us. Now camping, fishing, hunting, ... Read More

Although parks will be open, many park offices will be closed for holidays PRATT — Spending time with families is important to everyone during the holidays. With limited staff taking annual leave, many state park offices will be closed on certain days before Christmas and after New Year's Day. This only affects the park offices; parks will st ... Read More