August 2008
WILDLIFE AND PARKS COMMISSION APPROVES WATERFOWL SEASONS AS RECOMMENDED
2008 waterfowl seasons to be similar to last year’s
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service’s waterfowl hunting season frameworks allowed a liberal hunting package for the upcoming 2008-2009 seasons. These frameworks allow 74 days of duck hunting in the Low Plains Zone and 97 days in the High Plains. While surveys indicated tha ... Read More
KDWP AWAITS GENETIC TESTS ON BARBER COUNTY MOUNTAIN LION
Initial results indicate animal possibly wild; ongoing tests attempt to identify specific origin
EMPORIA -- In March, the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks (KDWP) obtained the pelt of a mountain lion that reportedly had been killed in Barber County in November of 2007. At the time, agency staff could not determine if th ...
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HUNTER EDUCATION COURSE TO BE HELD IN FREDONIA
Course required for those born on or after July 1, 1957
FREDONIA -- Wilson County hunter education instructors will conduct a hunter education class on Saturday, Aug. 16, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, Aug. 17, from noon to 5 p.m. in the Wilson County Courthouse basement, 615 Madison St. in Fredonia.
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GOVERNOR’S ONE-SHOT TURKEY HUNT COORDINATORS RETIRE
El Dorado couple has been a force behind event since its inception
EL DORADO -- The Kansas Governor’s Annual One Shot Turkey Hunt board of directors has announced the retirement of event coordinator and president, Marv McCown, and treasurer Judy McCown. Marv has served in the capacity of coordinator since the inception of thi ...
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2008 KANSAS HUNTING ATLAS ONLINE, PRINTED COPIES ALSO AVAILABLE
Atlas locates all Walk-In, public access land in Kansas
The 2008 Kansas Hunting Atlas, which includes maps showing locations of Walk-In Hunting Access (WIHA) and other public hunting areas, is now available Read More
Four species may now be taken Sept. 1-Oct. 14 and Nov. 1-16; exotic species season runs Nov. 20-Feb. 28,2009; hunters asked to report banded doves
When mid-August rolls around, Kansas hunters begin to get anxious; it's time to stock up on shotgun shells and shoot clay targets in preparation for the opening of dove season S ... Read More
OK KIDS ACTIVITIES, FREE ENTRANCE AT TUTTLE CREEK STATE PARK AUG. 23-24
Free Park Entrance Days add savings to fun and games
The Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks is hosting OK Kids Day on Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 23-24, at Tuttle Creek State Park's River Pond area. This is the perfect opportu ... Read More
KDWP POSTS RESIDENT BIG GAME PERMIT DRAWING RESULTS ONLINE
Resident Elk, Firearm Either-Species/Either-Sex Deer, Firearm Antelope permit results viewable on web
Kansas residents who applied for Elk, Antelope, or Firearm Either-Species/Either-Sex Deer permits may now view the results at the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks (KDWP) website. To check the status of a permit appl ... Read More
2008 HUNTING & FURHARVESTING REGULATIONS SUMMARY NOW ONLINE
Printed copies available in September; new format, regulation changes
Printed copies of the 2008 Kansas Hunting & Furharvesting Regulations Summary will be available at Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks (KDWP) offices and license vendors around the state soon, but hunters can view or download the summary n ... Read More
OUTDOORS-WOMAN WORKSHOP APPLICATION DEADLINE SEPT. 15
Classes filling fast for popular Becoming an Outdoors-Woman program
The Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks' (KDWP) Becoming an Outdoors-Woman (BOW) Program is designed to provide women a chance to learn about hunting, fishing, and other outdoor recreation in a friendly, supportive environment. During a three-day works ... Read More
KDWP, WILD TURKEY FEDERATION TO CONDUCT JOINT RESEARCH
Study to focus on dynamics of turkey movement; daily hunt permits required on Cedar Bluff, Lovewell, and Webster wildlife areas
Through a cooperative agreement with the National Wild Turkey Federation and the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks (KDWP), a three-year stud ... Read More
YOUNG AUTHORS, ARTISTS FEATURED IN "KANSAS CRITTERS" BIRD BOOK
Great Plains Nature Center publication features work of K-8th grades students
The votes are in, the judging complete, and the final design and layout completed for the Great Plains Nature Center's (GNPC) second "Kansas Critters" book. On Saturday, Aug. 23, GNPC will honor the 223 young artists and authors grades ... Read More
FORT HAYS STATE ANNOUNCES SECOND EDITION OF RANGE PLANTS GUIDE
Classic guide to native grasses and plants enhanced and updated
Fort Hays State University (FHSU) has announced the Second Edition of Pasture and Range Plants, a classic guide to plant life in the North American Plains ecosystem. This invaluable guide has been completely revised by the FHSU Alumni Association, custo ... Read More
MANAGEMENT SET FOR BLACK-FOOTED FERRET RELEASE SITES
Partners commit to five-year plan
Prior to late 2007, a black-footed ferret had not been documented in Kansas since 1957. Last December, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS), in cooperation with local landowners and The Nature Conservancy, released 24 captive-reared ferrets on three private ranches in Logan County. ... Read More
KDWP WILDLIFE AREA PLANTINGS MANAGED TO ATTRACT DOVES
Sunflowers, other crops planted especially for dove season
To enhance dove hunting opportunity, the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks has managed a number of fields on wildlife areas specifically to attract ... Read More
POACHER SENTENCED IN SHOOTING DEATH OF AMERICUS YOUTH
KDWP cautionary video describes incident
Last December, 18-year-old Beau Arndt, Americus, was shot and killed in a layout blind among a large spread of goose decoys. The lethal rifle shot was fired from a road 150 yards away, and a jury decided Theron Kent, Topeka, was responsible. The incident has resulted in the state's ... Read More
YOUTH, DISABLED HUNTERS NEEDED FOR ASSISTED DEER HUNT
Tuttle Creek youth/disabled deer hunt in its sixth year
The Riley County Fish and Game Association, the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks (KDWP), and the Tuttle Creek Lake Corps of Engineers are seeking participants for the 6th Annual Tuttle Creek Youth/Disabled Deer Hunt, which will be held Sept. 13-14. Youth 16 yea ... Read More
KANSAN RECEIVES QUAIL UNLIMITED REGIONAL GOLDEN QUAIL AWARD
Topeka native honored for leadership in habitat conservation
Keith Kerns, of the Kaw Valley Quail Unlimited (QU) Chapter in Topeka, was recently recognized as the QU Central Plains Region “Golden Quail” award winner during the QU National Convention in Springfield, Mo. The award is presented by QU Central Plains Regional D ... Read More
RANGELAND MONITORING AND HEALTH WORKSHOPS COMING IN SEPTEMBER
Events emphasize compatibility of grazing and wildlife conservation
The Kansas Grazing Lands Coalition (KGLC) will provide two one-day workshops entitled Tracking Pasture Health on Sept. 22 at the Ted Alexander ranch, near Sun City, and Sept. 29 at the Calvin Adams ranch, south of Beloit. Led by Charley Orchard, Land EKG o ... Read More
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