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KANSAS STATE PARKS OFFER MULTITUDE OF EVENTS THIS JUNE
May 30, 2013
Visiting a local state park this summer can be fun and easy on the wallet
PRATT – It’s summertime and Kansas state parks are gearing up with events for everybody under the sun. From fishing tournaments to music festivals, and Kids Days galore, Kansans are sure to find somethin ... Read More
RESERVE YOUR CAMPING SPOT FOR 2013
December 15, 2012
Online reservation system allows reservations up to a year in advance
PRATT – If you’re making plans for next year’s state park fun, you can reserve your favorite campsite or cabin up to a year in advance, beginning AFTER 2:00 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 16. You can also purchase your 2013 permits ... Read More
WILSON STATE PARK’S SWITCHGRASS BIKE TRAIL “EPIC”
November 1, 2012
Ruggedly scenic shore of Wilson Reservoir perfect mountain bike trail setting
PRATT—The Switchgrass Mountain Bike Trail at Wilson State Park was recently given an “Epic Award” from the International Mountain Bicycling Association (IMBA) at the organization’s World Summit in Santa Fe, N.M. Accordi ... Read More
EL DORADO STATE PARK NAMED TOP “WATERPARK”
Aug. 23, 2012
Recreational Boating and Fishing Foundation lists eight best parks
EL DORADO — El Dorado State Park has been voted by fans of the Recreational Boating & Fishing Foundation’s (RBFF) Take Me Fishing campaign as one of eight best “waterparks” in the country. This summer, RBFF fans visited the organization’ ...
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LAKE SCOTT BOASTS ONE OF USA TODAY’S 51 GREAT BEACHES
June 21, 2012
Publication ranks best beaches in each of 50 states plus District of Columbia
PRATT — To kick off the start of summer, USA TODAY asked local experts to select their favorite beach in each state and the District of Columbia. Scott State Park, north of Scott City, was tagged as having the “best” beach in Kans ...
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