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WILDLIFE & PARKS COMMISSION MEETING MARCH 11 IN TOPEKA

Thu, 25 Feb 2010 12:22:09 -0500

Big game, fishing regulations top evening public hearing agenda
TOPEKA — The Kansas Wildlife and Parks Commission invites all interested persons to attend a public meeting and hearing on March 11 at the Holiday Inn Holidome, 605 Fairlawn Road, Salon C, in Topeka. The afternoon session will begin at 1:30 p.m., and the evening public hearing will begin at 7 p.m.

KDWP 2010 LICENSES REQUIRED JAN. 1

Tue, 05 Jan 2010 22:21:56 -0500

Early purchases valid the remainder of 2009 and all of 2010
PRATT — The Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks reminds all hunters, anglers and park patrons that hunting and fishing licenses, trout stamps and park permits expire Dec. 31, 2009. Even though 2009 deer and fall turkey permits may still be valid in some units, a 2010 Kansas hunting license is required before any of these issues may be used after Dec. 31.

USDA ANNOUNCES CONSERVATION PROGRAM APPLICATION DEADLINES

Tue, 05 Jan 2010 22:21:13 -0500

Programs designed to assist with soil, water, and wildlife habitat conservation

WICHITA — The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced that applications are being accepted for the agency's Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP) and the Wildlife Habitat Incentives Program (WHIP). The first cutoff application period for both programs for this fiscal year is Jan. 15, 2010.

2010 FISHING REGULATIONS AVAILABLE SOON

Tue, 05 Jan 2010 22:20:17 -0500

Where to fish, how to fish legally, what to fish for, and much more included

PRATT — Printed copies of the 2010 Kansas Fishing Regulations Summary booklet will be available in early January, according to the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks. From new regulations allowing bowfishing for catfish to regulations on aquatic nuisance species, the booklet has everything the angler needs to begin the New Year right.

WILDLIFE AND PARKS COMMISSION TO MEET JAN. 7 IN GREAT BEND

Tue, 05 Jan 2010 12:54:49 -0500

PRATT — On Jan. 7, the Kansas Wildlife and Parks Commission will conduct a public meeting and hearing at Kansas Wetland Education Center, 592 NE K-156 Hwy, Great Bend. The meeting's afternoon session will begin at 1:30 p.m. and recess at 5 p.m. The evening public hearing will begin at 7 p.m. The public is invited to attend all sessions of the meeting.

WILDLIFE AND PARKS COMMISSION TO MEET AUG. 6 IN MEDICINE LODGE

Mon, 03 Aug 2009 11:43:07 -0400

TOPEKA -- On Aug. 6, the Kansas Wildlife and Parks Commission will conduct a public meeting and hearing at the People's Bank Sunflower Room, 117 S. Main in Medicine Lodge. The meeting's afternoon session will begin at 1:30 p.m. and recess at 5 p.m. The evening public hearing will begin at 7 p.m. The public is invited to attend all sessions of the meeting.

BOLLE LAUNCHES MARINE COLLECTION

Wed, 25 Feb 2009 09:49:38 -0500

Overland Park, Kansas - With CompetiVision™ for tennis players and EagleVision™ for golfers, Bollé has established itself as a leader in sunglasses engineered for the unique demands of certain sporting pursuits. Now, with the introduction of the Bollé Marine Collection, the company is bringing the benefit of activity-specific lens technologies to anglers and other water sports enthusiasts.

KDWP INVESTIGATING WILD TURKEY DEATHS IN LOGAN COUNTY

Wed, 21 Jan 2009 09:22:04 -0500

The Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks is investigating the recent deaths of several wild turkeys in Logan County. A report of toxicology testing of tissue samples received by KDWP Jan. 20 concluded that ingestion of zinc or alumnimum phosphide was the cause of the birds’ deaths. Cause of death for the raccoon was identified as anticoagulant rodenticide intoxication.

PASS IT ON - OUTDOOR MENTORS, INC. ENDORSED BY NATIONAL FORUM ON CHILDREN AND NATURE

Fri, 14 Nov 2008 11:47:19 -0500

Wichita, Kansas - Today, Pass It On - Outdoor Mentors, Inc. received endorsement from the National Forum on Children and Nature as one of 30 projects nationwide that demonstrate new and creative ways to reconnect kids with nature.

TEXAN BRYAN SCHMIDT WINS BASS FEDERATION NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP

Mon, 10 Nov 2008 10:15:36 -0500

JUNCTION CITY, Kansas - Bryan Schmidt of Olney, Texas, won the 2008 BASS Federation Nation Championship Saturday with a two-day total of 9 pounds, 12 ounces, to outlast a field of 55 amateur anglers and earning a coveted berth in the 2009 Bassmaster Classic, Feb. 20-22 on the Red River out of Shreveport-Bossier City, Louisiana.

KANSAS' MATT KING LEADS 2008 BASS FEDERATION NATION CHAMPIONSHIP AFTER BLUSTERY DAY ONE

Fri, 07 Nov 2008 12:18:00 -0500

JUNCTION CITY, Kansas - Battling increased wind gusts and all-around unfavorable conditions, only 18 of the 55 amateur anglers in the BASS Federation Nation Championship brought legal fish to the scales. It was a hometown favorite, Kansas' Matt King, who was able to persevere catching two largemouth bass weighing 5 pounds, 4 ounces to lead the event.

Management Set for Black-Footed Ferret Release Sites

Mon, 25 Aug 2008 18:12:16 -0400

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.

Outdoors-Woman Workshop Application Deadline Sept. 16

Thu, 21 Aug 2008 11:54:16 -0400

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 workshop at Rock Springs 4-H Center Sept. 26-28, volunteer instructors will teach participants a variety of skills, including fishing, wingshooting, camping, orienteering, rifle marksmanship, botany, dog handling, archery, and more.

Young Authors, Artists Featured in "Kansas Critters" Bird Book

Thu, 21 Aug 2008 11:52:25 -0400

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 K-8 whose 238 art and text entries comprise the second book in the series, Kansas Critters: A Wildlife Book Written and Illustrated by Kansas Kids. Four book receptions will be staged throughout the day to individually acknowledge each artist and author.

Fort Hays State Announces Second Edition of Range Plants Guide

Thu, 21 Aug 2008 11:50:44 -0400

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, custodians of the book, and Dr. Robert A. Nicholson, professor of biological sciences at the university.