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START THE NEW YEAR WITH A “FIRST DAY HIKE”
The Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism (KDWPT) has announced that three Kansas state parks will participate in the America’s State Parks “First Day Hikes” on New Year’s Day 2012. Each hike will offer individuals and families opportunities to begin the New Year rejuvenating and connecting with the outdoors by taking a healthy ... Read More
KDWPT ANNOUNCES HOLIDAY OFFICE SCHEDULE
Dec. 15, 2011
State parks open for use but some park offices closed during holiday period
PRATT — All Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism offices will be closed for the Christmas holiday, Dec. 26, as well as Jan. 2 for New Year’s Day. While all state parks will be open for visitation and use, some state park ...
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KDWPT TRAILS ADVISORY BOARD HEARING DEC. 5 IN WICHITA
Nov. 17, 2011
Project funding under the Recreational Trails Fund Act to be discussed
PRATT — The Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism (KDWPT) Trails Advisory Board will hold a public meeting Monday, Dec. 5, at the Great Plains Nature Center, 6232 E. 29th Street N in Wichita. The purpose of hearing is to discu ...
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KANSAS STATE PARKS OPEN FOR WINTER BUSINESS
Nov. 3, 2011
Cold weather months limit facilities, but parks still offer outdoor opportunities
PRATT — Kansas state parks began their off-season on Oct. 1, and it runs through March 31. During this time, many state parks cut down on services although all remain open. Hours and services vary from park to park, but most of ...
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OCTOBER OPENS BARGAIN SEASON AT KANSAS STATE PARKS
Oct. 27, 2011
Reduced prices, uncrowded conditions make parks attractive in fall and winter
PRATT — If you’re looking for an outdoor adventure bargain close to home, the Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism (KDWPT) has a deal for you. The state park off-season runs Oct. 1-March 31, and during this time, you c ...
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BLUE-GREEN ALGAE TESTING SHOWS IMPROVEMENT AT MILFORD
Sept. 23, 2011
Milford Reservoir downgraded to Advisory; Tuttle Creek River Pond taken off lists TOPEKA — Recent testing of select Kansas lakes by the Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has revealed improved blue-green algae conditions in three lakes. Samples collected at Milford Reservoir in Clay, Geary, a ... Read More
FALL RIVER RENDEZVOUS SEPT. 24
Sept. 15, 2011
Park visitors will step back in time at this living history event
TORONTO — On Sept. 24, visitors to Fall River State Park have the opportunity to step back to the early 19th century at the Fall River Rendezvous. This historical event celebrates one of America's largest public land acquisitions, the Louisi ...
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NATIONAL PUBLIC LANDS DAY SEPT. 24
Sept. 15, 2011
Event helps state, local parks and public lands
PRATT — Everyone who has ever wanted to spend high-quality time working outdoors while helping a park or public land should mark their calendars for Saturday, Sept. 24. Governor Sam Brownback has declared that day National Public Lands Day (NPLD) in Kansas an ...
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KDHE BLUE-GREEN ALGAE ALERTS UPDATED
Sept. 9, 2011
Milford Reservoir still under Warning; Tuttle Creek River Pond upgraded to Warning
TOPEKA — In recent testing of Kansas lakes by the Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE), blue-green algae levels in several lakes remain high. Samples collected at Milford Reservoir in Clay, Geary, and Di ... Read More
STATE PARKS READY FOR RELAXING LABOR DAY WEEKEND
August 30
Only three parks are affected by blue-green algae; all state parks and state fishing lakes ready for busy holiday weekend
PRATT — Kansas state parks are busy throughout the summer, but three weekends are the most popular — Memorial Day, Independence Day and Labor Day. Labor Day weekend, Sept. 3-5, is the only s ...
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