12/7/06

Renowned Kansas conservationist left mark on landscape, many agencies
HAYS -- On Nov. 29, Kansas conservationists lost one of their greatest advocates in Dr. Gerald Tomanek, who passed away after serving the natural resources of the state for nearly 60 years in various capacities.

Tomanek received an A.B. and M.S. de ... Read More

KDWP license and permits good for rest of 2006, all of 2007
PRATT -- In 2007, the state of Kansas will continue to support a program designed to show appreciation for Kansas sportsmen and women. All Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks (KDWP) licenses, permits, and other issues will go on sale Dec. 16 and will be valid for ... Read More

Deadline March 1; federal program offers various ways
to help landowners preserve wetlands
SALINA -- Harold L. Klaege, state conservationist for the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) in Kansas, has announced a signup deadline of March 1, 2007, for ... Read More

Events held across Kansas; open to all bird enthusiasts
PRATT — The Kansas Ornithological Society has announced dates for its annual Kansas Christmas Bird Counts (CBCs). These statewide events help biologists glean information on bird population trends and give wildli ... Read More

Wildlife habitat, aquifer recharge primary benefits
LAFAYETTE, CO -- A new survey commissioned by the Playa Lakes Joint Venture (PLJV) reveals that most landowners with playas (High Plains seasonal wetlands) on their properties are willing to conserve them, and many say the wet ... Read More