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D E PA R T M E N T S
10 Cycling
A two-wheel state with plenty of paths
12 Paddling
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LITTLE JERUSALEM A new state park provides visitors access to a unique, unforgettable landscape
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FLINT HILLS TRAIL This new state park links several key Kansas attractions through a corridor of diverse nature and landscape
Beautiful, serene waterways await exploration
14 Fishing
A land-locked state, but with lakes of potential
17 Birding
Enjoy seasonal migration events and year-round opportunities
18 Hunting PHOTOGRAPHS (CLOCKWISE FROM LEFT) Rachel Locke for Kansas Outdoor Corps, Jason Dailey, KDWPT, Michael C. Snell, Adam A. Ahlers, Bill Stephens
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F E AT U R E S
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THE FORT LEAVENWORTH HUNT TRADITION One of the state’s oldest hunting traditions continues, with pomp and ceremony, across fields of northeast Kansas
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6 EPIC OUTDOOR ADVENTURES Here are our picks for six unforgettable experiences in six different Kansas regions
An overview of game, locations and seasons
20 Hiking
Stroll through the woodlands, climbs and expanses
22 Parks & Trails
Options for natural getaways across the state
24 Target Shooting
Numerous clubs and opportunities foster this sport across the state
26 Horse Riding
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MY BEST WORST BOWHUNT On the Kansas plains, even an unsuccessful expedition yields an appreciation of nature and the land it has shaped over time
The original, and some say still the best, way to see the state
28 Star Gazing
Discover the awe-inspiring scope of Kansas’ night skies
29 Camping
Enjoy the slow life surrounded by nature and a campfire
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