Location: Little Jerusalem Badlands State Park

Type: Outdoor Kansas Kids Day!!!

Date: Saturday, July 12, 2025

Contact: Sara Kay Carrell

Phone No: 620-872-2061 [email protected]

Time: 9:00 am - 11:00 am

Other Information:

Space is limited for OK Kids Day!  15 kids maximum. Ages of 3 to 12. Spaces must be reserved.  Please make your plans and email [email protected] to reserve a spot! OK Kids Day will be approximately 1.5 hours. Please plan for about a 2 hour timeframe to allow for time to hike back to the parking lot!. Email is the BEST way to reach Sara Kay!!!

When emailing the reservation, please include name and age of the child/children that you are registering! If you have a change in plans and will not be able to come, please email me to cancel so we can open your spot up to another child!

We will start at the Life on the Rocks trail head and venture off in a direction that will take a stroll on the trail and then a bit off time into the bottoms of the rock formations. Please dress in clothing and footwear appropriate to be outdoors and walking thru grass and brush. No open toe shoes!! 

Be prepared for the days weather! Take into account the daytime temperatures and bring water and snacks accordingly. Sunscreen might be wise, as well!

Dress in clothing for walking thru short brush and tall grass. No open toed shoes. Long pants would be preferred but are optional.

Insect repellant might be beneficial, as we will hike on the trail for a bit and off the trail down in the formations for a bit.

The adventure to Little Jerusalem will be for observation and searching. Nothing can be taken away or removed from Little Jerusalem! 

A rain out date is planned for ___________

*****More details might be posted later as I think of things that will help you plan for the day!****

**Hikes will be cancelled by inclement weather!** If it is snowing, blizzarding, freezing rain, raining, lightning, or any other unsafe weather brought on by Mother Nature, all activities will be canceled at Little Jerusalem. Scott City and Oakley are the closest towns to search for weather on National Weather Service. Please call the Historic Lake Scott office for the latest update on weather cancellations, 620-872-2061

Location: Wilson State Park Hell Creek Boat Ramp

Type: Fishing Tournament

Date: Saturday, July 12, 2025

Contact: Curtis Wachs

Phone No: 785-259-8326

Time: 6:00 am - 3:00 pm

Other Information:

Start at safe light

Location: Little Jerusalem Badlands State Park

Type: Off Trail Hike

Date: Sunday, July 13, 2025

Contact: Sara Kay Carrell [email protected]

Phone No: 620-872-2061

Time: 9:00 am - 11:00 am

Other Information:

 I cannot have tours if there has been recent rains, snow or melting/melted snow. Hiking off trail in wet conditions damages the environment of Little Jerusalem. It is also unsafe to have tours in high wind weather (which happens often here!) Monitor the National Weather Service locations for Scott City and Oakley to be familiar with weather conditions prior to your trip!

*On occasion we do experience temporary closures of restrooms due to water supply issues. Please plan accordingly prior to your arrival, just in case.  Oakley, Scott City, or Lake Scott are the only close by locations for restroom options.  

Space is limited on tours. Spaces must be reserved. I try for the tours to not be too much larger than 15-20 people. Please make your plans and email [email protected] to reserve a spot! Hikes down in the rocks will be approximately 1.5 hours. Please plan for about a 2 hour timeframe to allow for time to hike back to the parking lot!. Email is the BEST way to reach Sara Kay!!!

Things to Know:

*There is no fee for the tour. You DO need a daily vehicle pass ($5 exact cash or check) OR a KS State Park Annual Pass.

*Meeting location is the Ramada Overlook, the main overlook at the West end of the parking lot.

*Reservations are required. An email is all I need. You will get a confirmation email from me when I check my email!  If you do not get a confirmation email within 2 days, it possibly went into spam and I have not found it yet! Call the Office to reserve.

*If there are cancellations due to weather, etc, the notice will be posted on this calendar date info page. Emails will also be sent out to those reserved.

Come to Little Jerusalem Badlands State Park and enjoy an off trail guided hike lead by the naturalist! Be prepared for rough hiking, uneven terrain, and scrambling thru grass and brush. Wear boots or other appropriate footwear that covers the feet. Bring water, a snack, binoculars, and a hiking stick! Please do not underestimate the terrain.

We will start at the main overlook at the west end of the parking lot (The Ramada Overlook) and venture off in a direction that will take us off into the bottoms of the rock formations. Once at the base of the rocks, we will explore the various nooks, crannies, and spires of Little Jerusalem's Niobrara chalk formations. Along the way, we learn about the grasses, forbs, mammals, reptiles, insects, geology, and other great things that nature presents to us.  Be prepared for rough hiking, uneven terrain, ups and downs, and scrambling thru grass and brush. No set path is followed! So be ready for an adventure! It is an intermediate level hike/terrain. We hike at a moderate pace with stop and go to learn, talk, ask questions, and take photos.

During the summer, it is HOT down in the canyons. The rock formations do a great job of blocking the wind, so BE PREPARED for temperatures to be 10+ degrees warmer during the hike in the rocks!

During the winter, it can be pretty chilly in the rock formations! The winds are predominantly North or Northwest winds, which means the wind whips right thru the canyon bottoms and can chill us down! Plan for a wind chill factor in the winter!

**Hikes will be cancelled by inclement weather!** If it is snowing, blizzarding, freezing rain, raining, lightning, or any other unsafe weather brought on by Mother Nature, all activities will be canceled at Little Jerusalem. Scott City and Oakley are the closest towns to search for weather on National Weather Service. Cancellation notices will be posted on this hike day's info.

Location: Lovewell State Park - Willow Group Shelter

Type: Interpretive Program

Date: Saturday, July 19, 2025

Contact: Thane Loring

Phone No: 785.753.4971

Time: 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Other Information:

Educational Program about native reptiles and amphibians of Kansas. 

Location: Wilson State Park Hell Creek Boat Ramp

Type: Fishing Tournament

Date: Saturday, July 19, 2025

Time: 6:00 am - 2:00 pm

Location: Kansas City

Type: Aquatic Education

Date: Saturday, July 19, 2025

Phone No: 913-449-8316

Time: 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Other Information:

Kids Fishing Derby hosted by Leavenworth Road Association at Wyandotte County Kids Fishing Pond. Call or email [email protected] for information. Registration starts at 4:30pm, fishing from 5-7pm.

Location: Little Jerusalem Badlands State Park

Type: Off Trail Hike

Date: Friday, July 25, 2025

Contact: Sara Kay Carrell [email protected]

Phone No: 620-872-2061

Time: 9:00 am - 11:00 am

Other Information:

Please be observant of weather conditions!! I cannot have tours if there has been recent rains, snow or melting/melted snow.

It is also unsafe to have tours in high wind weather (which happens often here!). Hiking off trail in wet conditions damages the environment of Little Jerusalem. Monitor the National Weather Service locations for Scott City and Oakley to be familiar with weather conditions prior to your trip!

**Please be advised that due to unavoidable circumstances, there might be temporary closures of restrooms due to water issues. Plan ahead and make stops in Oakley, Lake Scott or Scott City just in case!**

Space is limited on tours. Spaces must be reserved. I try for the tours to not be too much larger than 15-20 people. Please make your plans and email [email protected] to reserve a spot! Hikes down in the rocks will be approximately 1.5 hours. Please plan for about a 2 hour timeframe to allow for time to hike back to the parking lot!. Email is the BEST way to reach Sara Kay!!!

Things to Know:

*There is no fee for the tour. You DO need a daily vehicle pass ($5 exact cash or check) OR a Kansas State Park Annual Pass. The self pay kiosk is at the entrance to the park. We DO NOT have an office at LJBSP.

*Meeting location is the Ramada Overlook, the main overlook at the West end of the parking lot.

*Reservations are required. An email is all I need. You will get a confirmation email from me when I check my email! If you do not get a confirmation email within 2 days, it possibly went into spam and I have not found it yet! Call the Office to reserve. 

*If there are cancellations due to weather, etc, the notice will be posted on this calendar date info page. Emails will also be sent out to those reserved.

Come to Little Jerusalem Badlands State Park and enjoy an off trail guided hike lead by the naturalist! Be prepared for rough hiking, uneven terrain, and scrambling thru grass and brush. Wear boots or other appropriate footwear that covers the feet. Bring water, a snack, binoculars, and a hiking stick! Please do not underestimate the terrain.

We will start at the main overlook at the West end of the parking lot (The Ramada Overlook) and venture off in a direction that will take us off into the bottoms of the rock formations. Once at the base of the rocks, we will explore the various nooks, crannies, and spires of Little Jerusalem's Niobrara chalk formations. Along the way, we learn about the grasses, forbs, mammals, reptiles, insects, geology, and other great things that nature presents to us.  Be prepared for rough hiking, uneven terrain, ups and downs, and scrambling thru grass and brush. No set path is followed! So be ready for an adventure! It is an intermediate level hike/terrain. We hike at a moderate pace with stop and go to learn, talk, ask questions, and take photos.

During the summer, it is HOT down in the canyons. The rock formations do a great job of blocking the wind, so BE PREPARED for temperatures to be 10+ degrees warmer during the hike in the rocks!

During the winter, it can be pretty chilly in the rock formations! The winds are predominantly North or Northwest winds, which means the wind whips right thru the canyon bottoms and can chill us down! Plan for a wind chill factor in the winter!

We will start at the Life on the Rocks trail head and venture off in a direction that will take us off into the bottoms of the rock formations. Once at the base of the rocks, we will explore the various nooks, crannies, and spires of Little Jerusalem's Niobrara chalk formations. Along the way, we learn about the grasses, forbs, mammals, reptiles, insects, geology, and other great things that nature presents to us.  Be prepared for rough hiking, uneven terrain, ups and downs, and scrambling thru grass and brush. No set path is followed! So be ready for an adventure! It is an intermediate level hike/terrain. We hike at a moderate pace with stop and go to learn, talk, ask questions, and take photos.

**Hikes will be cancelled by inclement weather!** If it is snowing, blizzarding, freezing rain, raining, lightning, or any other unsafe weather brought on by Mother Nature, all activities will be canceled at Little Jerusalem. Scott City and Oakley are the closest towns to search for weather on National Weather Service. Please call the Historic Lake Scott office for the latest update on weather cancellations, 620-872-2061

Location: Great Plains Nature Center

Type: Education/General Public

Date: Friday, July 25, 2025

Phone No: 316-683-5499

Time: 9:00 pm - 11:00 pm

Other Information:

Discover the park in a whole new light— moonlight, just like our favorite nocturnal creatures! You and your family can learn about about nature’s nightlife, including moths, bats, owls, and more. Enjoy naturalist-led educational stations and meet a few surprise guests along the way!

FREE, all ages. 

Location: Little Jerusalem Badlands State Park

Type: Off Trail Hike

Date: Saturday, July 26, 2025

Contact: Sara Kay Carrell [email protected]

Phone No: 620-872-2061

Time: 9:00 am - 11:00 am

Other Information:

Please be observant of weather conditions!! I cannot have tours if there has been recent rains, snow or melting/melted snow. It is also unsafe to have tours in high wind weather (which happens often here!). Hiking off trail in wet conditions damages the environment of Little Jerusalem. Monitor the National Weather Service locations for Scott City and Oakley to be familiar with weather conditions prior to your trip!

**Please be advised that due to unavoidable circumstances, there might be temporary closures of restrooms due to water issues. Plan ahead and make stops in Oakley, Scott City or Lake Scott just in case!**

**My days off vary. I only check emails at work. Please plan ahead when making your reservations to know for sure there is space available in a tour!!! Emails sent on my days off will not be replied to until I return to work.

Things to Know:

*There is no fee for the tour. You DO need a daily vehicle pass ($5 exact cash or check) OR a Kansas State Park Annual Pass. The self pay kiosk is at the entrance to the park. We DO NOT have an office at LJBSP to make change. Please have exact change if you need a day pass.

*Meeting location is the Ramada Overlook, the main overlook at the West end of the parking lot.

*Reservations are required. An email is all I need. You will get a confirmation email from me when I check my email! If you do not get a confirmation email within 2 days, it possibly went into spam and I have not found it yet! Call the Office to reserve.

*If there are cancellations due to weather, etc, the notice will be posted on this calendar date info page. Emails will also be sent out to those reserved.

Space is limited on tours. Spaces must be reserved. I try for the tours to not be too much larger than 15-20 people. Please make your plans and email [email protected] to reserve a spot! Hikes down in the rocks will be approximately 1.5 hours. Please plan for about a 2 hour timeframe to allow for time to hike back to the parking lot!. Email is the BEST way to reach Sara Kay!!!

The off trail hike is free!  But, it is still required to have an annual Kansas State Parks vehicle pass or a $5 daily vehicle pass!

Come to Little Jerusalem Badlands State Park and enjoy an off trail guided hike lead by the naturalist! Be prepared for rough hiking, uneven terrain, and scrambling thru grass and brush. Wear boots or other appropriate footwear that covers the feet. Bring water, a snack, binoculars, and a hiking stick! Please do not underestimate the terrain.

We will start at the Overlook at the West end of the parking lot (The Ramada Overlook) and venture off in a direction that will take us off into the bottoms of the rock formations. Once at the base of the rocks, we will explore the various nooks, crannies, and spires of Little Jerusalem's Niobrara chalk formations. Along the way, we learn about the grasses, forbs, mammals, reptiles, insects, geology, and other great things that nature presents to us.  Be prepared for rough hiking, uneven terrain, ups and downs, and scrambling thru grass and brush. No set path is followed! So be ready for an adventure! It is an intermediate level hike/terrain. We hike at a moderate pace with stop and go to learn, talk, ask questions, and take photos.

During the summer, it is HOT down in the canyons. The rock formations do a great job of blocking the wind, so BE PREPARED for temperatures to be 10+ degrees warmer during the hike in the rocks!

During the winter, it can be pretty chilly in the rock formations! The winds are predominantly North or Northwest winds, which means the wind whips right thru the canyon bottoms and can chill us down! Plan for a wind chill factor in the winter!

**Hikes will be cancelled by inclement weather!** If it is snowing, blizzarding, freezing rain, raining, lightning, or any other unsafe weather brought on by Mother Nature, all activities will be canceled at Little Jerusalem. Scott City and Oakley are the closest towns to search for weather on National Weather Service. Cancellation notices will be posted on this hike day's info.

Location: Wilson State Park Hell Creek Boat Ramp

Type: Fishing Tournament

Dates: 07/26/25 - 07/27/25

Time: 3:00 pm - 7:00 am

Location: Little Jerusalem Badlands State Park

Type: Off Trail Hike

Date: Friday, August 01, 2025

Contact: Sara Kay Carrell [email protected]

Phone No: 620-872-2061

Time: 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Other Information:

Please be observant of weather conditions!! I cannot have tours if there has been recent rains, snow or melting/melted snow. It is also unsafe to have tours in high wind weather (which happens often here!). Hiking off trail in wet conditions damages the environment of Little Jerusalem. Monitor the National Weather Service locations for Scott City and Oakley to be familiar with weather conditions prior to your trip!

**Please be advised that due to unavoidable circumstances, there might be temporary closures of restrooms due to water issues. Plan ahead and make stops in Oakley or Scott City just in case!**

Space is limited on tours. Spaces must be reserved. I try for the tours to not be too much larger than 15 people. Please make your plans and email [email protected] to reserve a spot! Hikes down in the rocks will be approximately 1.5 hours. Please plan for about a 2 hour timeframe to allow for time to hike back to the parking lot!. Email is the BEST way to reach Sara Kay!!!

Things to Know:

*There is no fee for the tour. You DO need a daily vehicle pass ($5 exact cash or check) OR a Kansas State Park Annual Pass. The self pay kiosk is at the entrance to the park. We DO NOT have an office at LJBSP.

*Meeting location is the Ramada Overlook, the main overlook at the West end of the parking lot.

*Reservations are required. An email is all I need. You will get a confirmation email from me when I check my email! Please email 24 hours in advance for best chances! I do not check email in the morning before the morning tours!

*If there are cancellations due to weather, etc, the notice will be posted on this calendar date info page. Emails will also be sent out to those reserved.

Come to Little Jerusalem Badlands State Park and enjoy an off trail guided hike lead by the naturalist! Be prepared for rough hiking, uneven terrain, and scrambling thru grass and brush. Wear boots or other appropriate footwear that covers the feet. Bring water, a snack, binoculars, and a hiking stick! Please do not underestimate the terrain.

We will start at the Life on the Rocks trail head (at the west end of the parking lot) and venture off in a direction that will take us off into the bottoms of the rock formations. Once at the base of the rocks, we will explore the various nooks, crannies, and spires of Little Jerusalem's Niobrara chalk formations. Along the way, we learn about the grasses, forbs, mammals, reptiles, insects, geology, and other great things that nature presents to us.  Be prepared for rough hiking, uneven terrain, ups and downs, and scrambling thru grass and brush. No set path is followed! So be ready for an adventure! It is an intermediate level hike/terrain. We hike at a moderate pace with stop and go to learn, talk, ask questions, and take photos.

During the summer, it is HOT down in the canyons. The rock formations do a great job of blocking the wind, so BE PREPARED for temperatures to be 10+ degrees warmer during the hike in the rocks!

During the winter, it can be pretty chilly in the rock formations! The winds are predominantly North or Northwest winds, which means the wind whips right thru the canyon bottoms and can chill us down! Plan for a wind chill factor in the winter!

**Hikes will be cancelled by inclement weather!** If it is snowing, blizzarding, freezing rain, raining, lightning, or any other unsafe weather brought on by Mother Nature, all activities will be canceled at Little Jerusalem. Scott City and Oakley are the closest towns to search for weather on National Weather Service. Please call the Historic Lake Scott office for the latest update on weather cancellations, 620-872-2061

Location: Butler Co Community/4H Building

Type: Hunter Ed Hybrid Course

Date: Saturday, August 02, 2025

Contact: Butler Co Extension Office

Phone No: 316-321-9660

Time: 7:30 am - 3:00 pm

Other Information:

This is a field day for the internet assisted course.  The field day is located at the Butler County Community/4-H Building in El Dorado at 206 N. Griffith Street.  Pre registration is required by visiting the Butler County Extension Office, also at 206 N Griffith Street in El Dorado, or calling the office at 316-321-9660.  The registration deadline is Wednesday, July 30.  The field day starts at 7:30am and will end at about 3pm.  Visit the KDWP website to learn about the details of the internet assisted course.  For any further questions contact Gene Maggard at [email protected] or call at 316-742-3746.

Location: PERRY STATE PARK

Type: Horse Event

Dates: 08/01/25 - 08/03/25

Contact: Karen Rabe

Phone No: 785-221-0072

This is an All Day Event

Other Information:

TENTATIVE-

Ultimate Horse Challenge Association

Location: Wild Horse Equestrian Shelter Obstacle Course

Vehicle Permits are REQUIRED FOR ALL VEHICLES to enter the State Park- No matter the length of stay.

All camping fees will apply.

Location: Lovewell State Park

Type: Christmas Lighting Contest

Date: Saturday, August 09, 2025

Contact: Thane Loring

Phone No: (785) 753-4971

Time: 12:00 pm - 11:00 am

Other Information:

Campers decorate their campsites and camping cabins in yuletide themes. The public is encouraged to view the decorations. Entries must register at the State Park Office by 5 pm on Saturday. Decorations are judged Saturday evening, Prizes awarded Sunday morning at 11am at the Beach Shelter.

Location: United Patriot Supply

Type: Hunter Ed Hybrid Course

Date: Saturday, August 09, 2025

Time: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Other Information:

Registration and additional information is available online www.safehunters.com

The link sometimes does not work so please type the address into your browser.

Location: Indian Hill Golf Course Banquet Room

Type: Hunter Ed Course

Dates: 08/08/25 - 08/09/25

Time: 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Other Information:

LUNCH WILL BE PROVIDED SATURDAY AUGUST 9TH; ALL PARTICIPANTS MUST BE 11 YEARS OLD IF YOU ARE TAKING THE CLASS.

Registration and additional information is available online www.safehunters.com The link sometimes does not work so please type the address into your browser.

Location: Greenspace

Type: Hunter Ed Course

Dates: 08/05/25 - 08/09/25

Contact: Edgerton Parks and Recreation website

Other Information:

Location: Greenspace, 303 E Nelson St, Edgerton, KS 66021

Dates: August 5 & 7 from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm, and August 9 from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.

Registration: Please register at the Edgerton Kansas Parks and Recreation website by following the provided prompts.  https://edgertonks.org/departments/parks-and-recreation/

Location: Flint Oak

Type: Hunter Ed Course

Dates: 08/09/25 - 08/10/25

Contact: Flint Oak

Phone No: 620-658-4401

Other Information:

People can register by calling Flint Oak at 620-658-4401. This is a traditional class, goes 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Saturday, August 9, 2025 and 8:00 a.m. to noon August 10, 2025. Motel type rooms are available to rent for those staying the night at Flint Oak. Reservations must be made when registering the student(s). Restaurant style meals are provided at additional cost. More information on Flint Oak can be found a www.flintoak.com.

Location: Spearville Grade School

Type: Hunter Ed Course

Dates: 08/09/25 - 08/10/25

Time: 8:30 am - 1:30 pm

Other Information:

Registration and additional information is available online www.safehunters.com

The link sometimes does not work so please type the address into your browser.

Location: Sportsman Acres

Type: Hunter Ed Hybrid Course

Date: Saturday, August 16, 2025

Time: 8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Other Information:

Registration and additional information is available online www.safehunters.com

The link sometimes does not work so please type the address into your browser.

Location: Hillsdale State Park, Hillsdale, KS

Type: Free Entrance Day

Date: Saturday, August 16, 2025

This is an All Day Event

Other Information:

The Secretary of the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks, as authorized by K.S.A. 32-901, has designated August 16, 2025 as a free entrance day for Hillsdale State Park.

Location: Colby Fire Dept and Colby Trap Club

Type: Hunter Ed Hybrid Course

Dates: 08/15/25 - 08/16/25

Contact: Kevin Klag or Abby McGuire

Phone No: 785-462-3367

This is an All Day Event

Other Information:

Colby Hunter Ed, Internet Assisted – Friday, August 15^th and 16^th

8/15/25: Colby Fire Department, 6pm-9pm.

8/16/25: Colby Trap Club, 9am-3pm. Lunch is provided. 5 miles West and 1 mile South of Colby.

Contact Kevin Klag or Abby McGuire at 785-462-3367 for questions and to register.

Location: Banner Creek Lake 10975 K16 Hwy Holton KS 66436

Type: Hunter Ed Hybrid Course

Date: Sunday, August 17, 2025

Contact: Lucas Arnold

Phone No: 785-559-1303

Time: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Other Information:

Registration and additional information is available online www.safehunters.com

The link sometimes does not work so please type the address into your browser.

If you have any questions contact Lucas Arnold (Lead Instructor) at 785-559-1303

Location: Fall River State Park - Fredonia Bay Area - Casner Creek Campground

Type: Stargazing

Date: Saturday, August 23, 2025

Contact: Kimberly Jones

Phone No: 620-637-2213

Time: 8:00 pm

Other Information:

Enjoy a night with the Kansas Astronomical Observers, they will present an educational program, and then look into the night sky as it gets dark to see planets, moons, stars, constellations, nebulas, and other fun wonders of our skies! Event is in Casner Creek Campground, lawn chairs, and insect repellant are recommended to fully enjoy this great event!  Vehicle permits are required.

Location: Great Plains Nature Center

Type: Hunter Ed Course

Dates: 08/22/25 - 08/23/25

Time: 6:00 am - 9:00 pm

Other Information:

Class is scheduled for Aug 22 from 6-9PPM and Aug 23 from 9AM-4PM.

Registration and additional information is available online www.safehunters.com

The link sometimes does not work so please type the address into your browser.

Location: Tuttle Creek State Park, Manhattan, KS

Type: Free Entrance Day

Date: Saturday, August 23, 2025

This is an All Day Event

Other Information:

The Secretary of the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks, as authorized by K.S.A. 32-901, has designated August 23, 2025 as a free entrance day for Tuttle Creek State Park.

Location: Wilson State Park Switchgrass Trail

Type: Trail Race

Dates: 08/23/25 - 08/24/25

Time: 6:00 am - 6:00 am

Location: Cedar Bluff State Park

Type: Dance Party

Date: Saturday, August 30, 2025

Contact: Cedar Bluff Office

Phone No: 785-726-3212

Time: 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm

Other Information:

 End of Summer Beach Party at Cedar Bluff State Park! 

Celebrate Labor Day Weekend with a beachside bash at Cedar Bluff State Park on Saturday, August 30, 2025, from 7 PM to 11 PM! Enjoy an evening of live DJ music , outdoor games , and fun in the sand under the stars . Dance along to the beats, challenge friends to games, or unwind by the water as we say goodbye to summer in style. Bring your blankets, lawn chairs , and summer spirit  for a night to remember! 

Event Details:
 Saturday, August 30, 2025
 7 PM - 11 PM
 Cedar Bluff State Park

Make the most of your Labor Day Weekend—see you at the beach!  #LaborDayBeachParty #CedarBluff #EndOfSummerBash #MyKsStatePark

Location: Wilson State Park-Launch from any public access area

Type: Fishing Tournament

Date: Saturday, August 30, 2025

Contact: Joshua Boothe

Phone No: 417-499-1043

Time: 6:30 am - 3:30 pm

Location: Lovewell State Park

Type: Fireworks Display

Date: Sunday, August 31, 2025

Contact: Thane Loring, Park Manager

Phone No: 785-753-4971

Time: 9:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Other Information:

Fireworks Display will be presented from the Cedar Point Boat Ramp Rock Jetty area of Lovewell State Park, beginning at dusk on Sunday, Aug 31st . State Park Vehicle Permit is required.  Event is tentative, pending private fundraising for fireworks purchase.

Location: PERRY STATE PARK

Type: Horse Event

Dates: 08/30/25 - 09/03/25

Contact: Dewayne Burgess or Jo Turner

Phone No: 785-230-5241 or 785-230-4349

This is an All Day Event

Other Information:

Friends of Perry Wild Horse Annual Celebration

Location: Wild Horse Equestrian Shelter, Campground and Trails

Check Facebook "Let's Ride--Perry Lake" for updates and information

Vehicle Permits are REQUIRED FOR ALL VEHICLES to enter the State Park- No matter the length of stay.

All camping fees will apply. 

 - permits check in and check out of the camp sites and daily vehicle permits are from 2pm-2pm

Location: PERRY STATE PARK

Type: TOURNAMENT

Date: Saturday, September 06, 2025

Contact: Tim Boyden

Phone No: 785-213-6150

Time: 6:00 am - 3:00 pm

Other Information:

FISHING TOURNAMENT- Kayak

Location: NORTH BOAT RAMP- (location changed from Lake View 2/11)

Vehicle Permits are REQUIRED for all vehicles to enter the State Park - no matter the length of stay.

Location: Lovewell State Park

Type: 3D Archery Tournament; Free park vehicle entrance.

Date: Sunday, September 07, 2025

Contact: Thane Loring

Phone No: (785) 753-4971

Time: 9:00 am - 2:00 pm

Other Information:

3D Archery Shoot begins at 9 am - Individuals compete on 14 station 3D archery range. Divisions for Men, Women, Youth. Steel Deer Target Contest at 12 noon. Prizes awarded at 1 pm. Free Park Entrance Day, no vehicle permits required.

Location: PERRY STATE PARK

Type: Tournament

Date: Sunday, September 07, 2025

Contact: Marion Daniels

Phone No: 605-880-0119

This is an All Day Event

Other Information:

Tentative

Fishing Tournament-Bass

Location: LAKE VIEW BOAT RAMP

Vehicle Permits are REQUIRED for all vehicles to enter the State Park - no matter the length of stay.

Location: Lovewell State Park, Webber, KS

Type: Free Entrance Day

Date: Sunday, September 07, 2025

This is an All Day Event

Other Information:

The Secretary of the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks, as authorized by K.S.A. 32-901, has designated September 7, 2025 as a free entrance day for Lovewell State Park.

Location: Flint Hills Trail

Type: Bicycle ride and campout

Dates: 09/05/25 - 09/07/25

Time: 4:00 pm - 12:00 pm

Other Information:

This is Ottawa Bike and Trail's annual Moonrise Bike Ride Overnight Adventure.  Load up your bikes and ride the Flint Hills Trail to Pomona Lake State Park for an evening of food, music, and camping.

More Info to come

Location: Wyandotte Co Lake Shelter 16

Type: Hunter Ed Course

Dates: 09/06/25 - 09/07/25

Time: 7:45 am - 5:00 pm

Other Information:

Location: Wyandotte County Lake, Shelter 16

Type: Hunter Ed Course

Dates: 09/06/24 - 09/07/24

Saturday 7:40 am - 5:00 pm 

Sunday 10:00 pm to 2:00 pm

To register or get more information for the class go to: www.kshuntersed.com

For questions email Sparky at [email protected]

Location: Flint Hills Trail

Type: Walking/Running

Date: Saturday, September 13, 2025

Contact: Deb McQuay

Time: 8:00 am - 11:00 am

Other Information:

Stomp out Suicide is a walk to provide training and resources in our schools and community.  All donations, entry fees etc. will be available to all schools within Miami County to assist with training for awareness of mental health challenges within the schools.

Location: Lovewell State Park -Marina

Type: Car Show

Date: Saturday, September 20, 2025

Contact: Thane Loring

Phone No: 785.753.4971

Time: 10:00 am - 2:00 pm

Other Information:

Classic Car Show, cars on display for viewing by the public. 

Location: 4 H SENIOR CENTER 1025 S SPRING VALLEY RD JUNCTION CITY KS 66441

Type: Hunter Ed Course

Dates: 09/19/25 - 09/20/25

Time: 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Other Information:

Registration and additional information is available online www.safehunters.com

The link sometimes does not work so please type the address into your browser.

Location: Webster State Park, Stockton, KS

Type: Free Entrance Day

Date: Sunday, September 21, 2025

This is an All Day Event

Other Information:

The Secretary of the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks, as authorized by K.S.A. 32-901, has designated September 21, 2025 as a free entrance day for Webster State Park.

Location: Wilson State Park

Type: Fishing Tournament

Dates: 09/20/25 - 09/21/25

Time: 8:00 pm - 8:00 am

Location: PERRY STATE PARK

Type: HORSE EVENT

Dates: 09/20/25 - 09/22/25

Contact: Beverly Ming

Phone No: 816-261-6702

This is an All Day Event

Other Information:

Location: Wild Horse Equestrian Shelter 2 DAY EVENT SATURDAY AND SUNDAY

Vehicle Permits are REQUIRED FOR ALL VEHICLES to enter the State Park- No matter the length of stay.

All camping fees will apply - permits check in and check out of the camp sites and daily vehicle permits are from 2pm-2pm

Location: Fall River State Park - Fredonia Bay Area

Type: Historical Reenactment of the Mountain Man Era 1800-1840

Date: Saturday, September 27, 2025

Contact: Kimberly Jones

Phone No: 620-637-2213

Time: 9:00 am - 6:00 pm

Other Information:

Step back to 1825, a time with the mountain man and the American Indians walked the recently purchased Louisiana Purchase. A time when Lewis and Clark had finished their exploration, and others were wanting to follow in their footsteps. The event interprets 1800-1840 with a traditional rendezvous when Mountain Men and American Indians camped together to trade for needed supplies from the fur companies. Activities may include Indian and Mountain Men Encampments, Historical Traders, Reenactors Blackpowder Shoot, Tomahawk Throw, Skillet Throw for the Ladies, and a Kids Gold Rush. Come out to Fall River State Park and step back to 1825.  This event celebrates National Public Lands Day - with FREE entrance to Fall River State Park.

Location: Clinton State Park

Type: Free Entrance Day

Date: Saturday, September 27, 2025

This is an All Day Event

Other Information:

The Secretary of the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks, as authorized by K.S.A. 32-901, has designated September 27, 2025 as a free entrance day for Clinton State Park.

Location: Crawford State Park, Farlington, KS

Type: Free Entrance Day

Date: Saturday, September 27, 2025

This is an All Day Event

Other Information:

The Secretary of the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks, as authorized by K.S.A. 32-901, has designated September 27, 2025 as a free entrance day for Crawford State Park. 

Location: Fall River State Park, Fall River, KS

Type: Free Entrance Day

Date: Saturday, September 27, 2025

This is an All Day Event

Other Information:

The Secretary of the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks, as authorized by K.S.A. 32-901, has designated June 14, 2025 as a free entrance day for Fall River State Park.

Location: Butler Co Community/4H Building

Type: Hunter Ed Hybrid Course

Date: Saturday, September 27, 2025

Contact: Butler Co Extension Office

Phone No: 316-321-9660

Time: 7:30 am - 3:00 pm

Other Information:

This is a field day for the internet assisted course.  The field day is located at the Butler County Community/4-H Building in El Dorado at 206 N. Griffith Street.  Pre registration is required by visiting the Butler County Extension Office, also at 206 N Griffith Street in El Dorado, or calling the office at 316-321-9660.  The registration deadline is Wednesday, September 24.  The field day starts at 7:30am and will end at about 3pm.  Visit the KDWP website to learn about the details of the internet assisted course.  For any further questions contact Gene Maggard at [email protected] or call at 316-742-3746.

Location: Flint Hills Trail

Type: Long Distance Running

Dates: 09/27/25 - 09/28/25

Contact: Samantha Green

Time: 4:00 am - 12:00 pm

Other Information:

Midwest Endurance brings you Ultrapalooza! It’s the flattest, awesome-est, running-est party in the Midwest! This marathon will feature 1/2 marathon, 50k, 50 mile, 100k and 100 mile distance options to test the might of a novice runner to the most experienced, dedicated runner.

Ultrapalooza - September 27 - 28, 2025

Location: PERRY STATE PARK

Type: TOURNAMENT

Date: Sunday, September 28, 2025

Contact: Brian Keeney

Phone No: 913-424-8285

Time: 7:00 am - 3:00 pm

Other Information:

THIS TOURNAMENT was orginally scheduled 3/30

FISHING TOURNAMENT- Bass

Location: Lake View Boat Ramp

Vehicle Permits are REQUIRED for all vehicles to enter the State Park - no matter the length of stay.

Location: Wilson State Park Hell Creek Boat Ramp

Type: Fishing Tournament

Dates: 09/27/25 - 09/28/25

Time: 4:00 am - 5:00 pm

Location: Tuttle Creek State Park

Type: Hunter Ed Course

Dates: 09/23/25 - 09/30/25

Contact: Tuttle Creek State Park office

Time: 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Other Information:

Pre-registration required at Tuttle Creek State Park office, 8am to4pm. Students receive course syllabus, manual, course locations, and home work assignments at registration. Students must attend all three class sessions to be certified. There is no charge for this course. Classroom sessions held in Manhattan, field day at Fancy Creek range, Randolph Ks. 

Dates date and times:  09/23 & 09/30: 6:00-10PM, 09/27: field day, 8 AM - 5 PM

Location: PERRY STATE PARK

Type: HORSE EVENT

Date: Saturday, October 04, 2025

Contact: Amy Schmidtlein or Jo Turner

Phone No: 785-640-1600 or 785-230-4349

Time: 4:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Other Information:

Location Wild Horse Equestrian Shelter and Trials

Chili & Pie Supper with Moonlight Ride

In case of inclement weather-and more event details will be updated on "Let's Ride - Perry Lake" Facebook page.

Please remember all vehicles must have a permit.

All camping fees will apply.

-permits check in and check out of the camp sites and daily vehicle permits are from 2pm-2pm

Location: Wilson State Park Switchgrass Trail

Type: Trail Race

Dates: 10/03/25 - 10/05/25

Time: 7:00 am - 6:00 pm

Location: Wilson Reservoir All ramps

Type: Fishing Tournament

Dates: 10/04/25 - 10/05/25

Time: 6:00 am - 2:00 pm

Location: Wilson State Park Hell Creek Boat Ramp

Type: Fishing Tournament

Dates: 10/04/25 - 10/05/25

Time: 6:00 am - 2:00 pm

Location: PERRY STATE PARK

Type: TOURNAMENT

Dates: 10/04/25 - 10/06/25

Contact: Tate Herrman

Phone No: 785-466-6564

This is an All Day Event

Other Information:

Fishing Tournament- 2 Day Bass Youth 6am-4pm each day

Kansas Bass Nation Youth Fishing is part of B.A.S.S. 

Location: Lake View Boat Ramp

Vehicle permits required for all vehicles to enter the State Park - not matter the length of stay.

Location: Flint Hills Trail

Type: 100 Mile Bike Ride

Date: Saturday, October 11, 2025

Contact: Marcia Patterson

Time: 8:00 am - 1:00 pm

Other Information:

5^th Annual Lap the Lake. For the 100 mile bike route this year a small stretch will be on the Flint Hills Trail between Osage City and Vassar. More info to come.

Location: Eisenhower State Park, Olivet, KS

Type: Free Entrance Day

Date: Saturday, October 11, 2025

This is an All Day Event

Location: Meade State Park, Meade KS

Type: Free Entrance Day

Date: Saturday, October 11, 2025

This is an All Day Event

Other Information:

The Secretary of the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks, as authorized by K.S.A. 32-901, has designated October 11, 2025 as a free entrance day for Meade State Park.

Location: Flint Hills Trail - Mile Zero in Osawatomie

Type: Bicycle Ride

Date: Saturday, October 11, 2025

Time: 7:00 am - 4:00 pm

Other Information:

Ride the beautiful Flint Hills Trail from Mile Zero in Osawatomie to Legacy Square in Ottawa. 

More info to come.

Location: Eisenhower State Park - WestPoint Campground

Type: Horse Trail Ride

Dates: 10/10/25 - 10/12/25

Contact: Eisenhower State Park

Phone No: 785-528-4102

Time: 2:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Other Information:

Location WestPoint Campground

Online registration available and highly encouraged

In case of inclement weather-and more event details will be updated on "Eisenhower State Park - Kansas Wildlife & Parks" Facebook page.

Please remember all vehicles must have a permit.

All camping fees will apply and campers must call into the office to book (785-528-4102)

-permits check in and check out of the camp sites and daily vehicle permits are from time of purchase -2pm next day

-sites include one horse pen

-ALL DOGS MUST BE ON LEASH

Location: Sportsman Acres

Type: Hunter Ed Hybrid Course

Date: Saturday, October 18, 2025

Time: 8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Other Information:

Registration and additional information is available online www.safehunters.com

The link sometimes does not work so please type the address into your browser.

Location: PERRY STATE PARK

Type: Tournament

Date: Sunday, October 19, 2025

Contact: Andrew Barnabei

Phone No: 605-880-011910

Time: 7:00 am - 3:00 pm

Other Information:

FISHING TOURNAMENT- Bass

Location: Lake View Boat Ramp

Vehicle Permits are REQUIRED for all vehicles to enter the State Park - no matter the length of stay.

https://www.ksbuddybass.com

Location: PERRY STATE PARK

Type: Park Event

Date: Saturday, October 25, 2025

This is an All Day Event

Other Information:

Tentative- more information to come 

Please check out our Facebook page for updates: https://www.facebook.com/PerryStatePark or the new Friends Group Facebook Page

Location: Kanopolis State Park, Yankee Run, KS

Type: Free Entrance Day

Date: Saturday, October 25, 2025

This is an All Day Event

Other Information:

The Secretary of the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks, as authorized by K.S.A. 32-901, has designated October 25, 2025 as a free entrance day for Kanopolis State Park.

Location: Perry State Park, Perry, KS

Type: Free Entrance Day

Date: Saturday, October 25, 2025

This is an All Day Event

Other Information:

The Secretary of the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks, as authorized by K.S.A. 32-901, has designated October 25, 2025 as a free entrance day for Perry State Park.

Location: Pomona State Park, Pomona, KS

Type: Free Entrance Day

Date: Saturday, October 25, 2025

This is an All Day Event

Other Information:

The Secretary of the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks, as authorized by K.S.A. 32-901, has designated October 25, 2025 as a free entrance day for Pomona State Park.

Location: Sand Hills State Park, Hutchinson, KS

Type: Free Entrance Day

Date: Saturday, October 25, 2025

This is an All Day Event

Other Information:

The Secretary of the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks, as authorized by K.S.A. 32-901, has designated October 25, 2025 as a free entrance day for Sand Hills State Park.

Location: Prairie Spirit Trail - Ottawa, KS Start

Type: Extreme Running

Dates: 10/25/25 - 10/26/25

Time: 5:00 am - 12:00 pm

Other Information:

The Kansas Rails-To-Trails Extravaganza runs every fall on the Prairie Spirit Trail.  Choose from 1/2 Marathon, Full Marathon, 50K, 50M, 100K, and 100M distances. 

More Info to come.

Location: Tuttle Creek State Park

Type: Hunter Ed Course

Dates: 10/21/25 - 10/28/25

Contact: Tuttle Creek State Park office

Time: 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Other Information:

Pre-registration required at Tuttle Creek State Park office, 8am to4pm. Students receive course syllabus, manual, course locations, and home work assignments at registration. Students must attend all three class sessions to be certified. There is no charge for this course. Classroom sessions held in Manhattan, field day at Fancy Creek range, Randolph Ks. 

Dates date and times:  10/21 & 10/28: 6:00-10PM, 10/25: field day, 8 AM - 5 PM