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Hike of the Week - Cedar Crest
Saturday, December 13, 2014 (All day) , COThis is an unguided hike recommendation that can be done anytime - like this weekend! Check out the new trail head kiosk trail map and the mid-...
MoreNew Year's Day Orienteering
Thursday, January 1, 2015 - 1:00pm to 4:00pm Lawrence, KSUse a map to orienteering through the woods around Clinton Lake. Points are marked on the map; you chose the best route from point to point. Three...
MoreStep 4ward Kansas
Wednesday, February 11, 2015 - 12:15pm to 12:45pm , KSAre you looking for a healthy way to kick off your New Year this year? The Step 4ward Kansas initiative is a partnership between the Shawnee...
MoreStep 4ward Kansas
Monday, February 16, 2015 - 12:15pm to 12:45pm , KSAre you looking for a healthy way to kick off your New Year this year? The Step 4ward Kansas initiative is a partnership between the Shawnee...
MoreStep 4ward Kansas
Wednesday, February 18, 2015 - 12:15pm to 12:45pm , KSAre you looking for a healthy way to kick off your New Year this year? The Step 4ward Kansas initiative is a partnership between the Shawnee...
MoreOrienteering event
Sunday, February 22, 2015 - 11:00am to 3:00pm , KSNavigate your way from checkpoint to checkpoint using a detailed topographic mp. We give you the points, you chose the route! Three options...
MoreStep 4ward Kansas
Monday, February 23, 2015 - 12:15pm to 12:45pm , KSAre you looking for a healthy way to kick off your New Year this year? The Step 4ward Kansas initiative is a partnership between the Shawnee...
MoreStep 4ward Kansas
Wednesday, February 25, 2015 - 12:15pm to 12:45pm , KSAre you looking for a healthy way to kick off your New Year this year? The Step 4ward Kansas initiative is a partnership between the Shawnee...
MoreMAKIN' MOVES and KAAAC presents: WOW (Workin' Out on Wednesday)
Wednesday, April 1, 2015 - 5:30pm to Wednesday, July 22, 2015 - 5:30pm Topeka, KSWOW is a free, fun and family-friendly fitness experience. Each week, participants will get a combination of aerobic and strength training...
MoreSecond Sunday Monthly Hike
Sunday, April 12, 2015 - 1:00pm to 3:00pm Lawrence, KSOur next Second Sunday Hike will be on April 12th at 1pm, and we will again begin at the Swimming Beach after meeting at the main office. We will...
MoreState Park Open House
Saturday, April 25, 2015 - 5:00am to 11:00pm Lawrence, KSThe Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism announced that all state parks will hold an Open House on Saturday April 25th, 2015. There...
MoreFlatRock 101K
Saturday, April 25, 2015 - 6:30am to Sunday, April 26, 2015 - 6:30am Independence, KSThe FlatRock 101K is undoubtedly one of the most difficult ultras you'll ever participate in. If you've known about the FlatRock 50K...
MoreEISENHOWER STATE PARK OPEN HOUSE
Saturday, April 25, 2015 - 8:00am to 3:00pm Osage City, KSKansas State Park Open House.
Eisenhower State Park. ( Free Admittance into the Park)
Comp join the fun. Activities will begin at...
OK Kids Day - FREE Event
Saturday, April 25, 2015 - 9:00am to 2:00pm Paola, KSHillsdale is hosting an OK Kids Day April 25 at the State Park Office.
This is a FREE event.
9am - Meet your Rangers and Safety Tips...
May Day Kolor Splash 5K/3K Run
Saturday, May 2, 2015 - 2:00pm to 4:00pm Goodland, KSJoin us for our second annual May Day Annual Kolor Splash 5K run/walk. This is a untimed race; it's not about how fast you finish but about...
MoreRed Nose 5K Run
Saturday, May 9, 2015 - 7:00am to 9:30am Topeka, KS5K Run/Walk to benefit Ronald McDonald House Charities of Northeast Kansas
MoreSecond Sunday Monthly Hike
Sunday, May 10, 2015 - 1:00pm to 3:00pm Lawrence, KSOur next Second Sunday Hike will be on April 12th at 1pm, and we will again begin at the Swimming Beach after meeting at the main office. We will...
MorePreschool Track & Field Meet
Wednesday, May 13, 2015 - 6:00pm to 8:00pm Topeka, KSLet the games begin…preschoolers prepare yourself for running, jumping, and throwing events just like the big kids. This event is for ages 3-5...
MoreFlint Hills Trail
Saturday, May 30, 2015 (All day) Ottawa, KSThe Flint Hills Trail 40 Mile Ultra and Marathon are some of the easiest terrain you'll participate on. The Flint Hills Trail is a beautiful...
MoreNational Trails Day
Saturday, June 6, 2015 (All day) , KSTrail permit fee will be waived in honor of National Trails Day. ( Daily permits are normally $3.50 for adults 16 yrs of age or older, or an...
MoreDiabetes Dash 5K and 3K run/walk
Saturday, June 6, 2015 - 7:30am to 9:30am Goodland, KSRegistration at 7:30 a.m., education moment at 8:15 a.m., dash at 8:30 a.m. This is an untimed race. The goal is just to finish. Registration is $...
MoreSmoky Gardens Family Fun Day
Saturday, June 6, 2015 - 4:30pm to 10:30pm Goodland, KSEnjoy a beautiful oasis on the North Fork of the Smoky Hill River. Camp under the stars, picnic under shelters and play on the playground. Walk...
MoreNight Hawk 50K Trail Run
Saturday, June 13, 2015 - 9:00am to 9:00pm Lawrence, KSThe Lawrence Trail Hawks are hosting their own Night Hawk 50K Run. Contact Mary Ann Frerert ...
Moreorienteering on KU campus
Sunday, June 14, 2015 - 8:30am to 10:00am Lawrence, KSCan you navigate from checkpoint to checkpoint? Use a map to pick the best route. It's like a treasure hunt! Perfect for kids of all ages....
MoreLawrence Jayhawk Kennel Club & Heartland Coursing Association Dog Fun Run
Sunday, June 14, 2015 - 9:00am to 2:00pm Lawrence, KSThe Heartland Coursing Association teams up with the Lawrence Jayhawk Kennel Club for this 2nd Annual Dog Fun Run in the Picnic Area. A course...
MoreSecond Sunday Monthly Hike
Sunday, June 14, 2015 - 1:00pm to 3:00pm Lawrence, KSOur next Second Sunday Hike will be on April 12th at 1pm, and we will again begin at the Swimming Beach after meeting at the main office. We will...
MoreCoronado Heights Trails
Friday, July 10, 2015 (All day) LINDSBORG, KSCoronado Heights is the southern-most bluff in a series of seven, known as the Smoky Hills. The hill is located northwest of Lindsborg. It is...
MoreMeadowlark Trail
Friday, July 10, 2015 - 2:30pm Lindsborg, KSThe Meadowlark Trail in Kansas is a work in progress along a former Union Pacific railroad corridor stretching for 12.6 miles between the cities...
MoreSecond Sunday Monthly Hike
Sunday, July 12, 2015 - 1:00pm to 3:00pm Lawrence, KSOur next Second Sunday Hike will be on April 12th at 1pm, and we will again begin at the Swimming Beach after meeting at the main office. We will...
MoreTri Trail 5K/10K Benefit Trail Race with Teams of 1 Runner/1 Bicyclist/1 Horseback Rider
Saturday, July 25, 2015 (All day) Lyndon, KSTeams of 1 runner/1 bicyclist/1 horseback rider will compete in 5K or 10K distances with each participant completing the 5 or 10K. Equestrian...
Moreorienteering in the Sunflower State Games
Sunday, July 26, 2015 - 8:00am to 9:30am Topeka, KSNavigate your way from checkpoint to checkpoint using a map and your brain! What is the best route? You get to decide. It's like a treasure...
MoreTopeka Big Shunga 8K Run/5K Walk
Saturday, August 1, 2015 - 7:30am to 11:30am Topeka, KSThis challenging, scenic and fun cross country run will start at Crestview Community Center and travel down the Shunga Trail and into Big Shunga...
MoreSecond Sunday Monthly Hike
Sunday, August 9, 2015 - 1:00pm to 3:00pm Lawrence, KSOur next Second Sunday Hike will be on April 12th at 1pm, and we will again begin at the Swimming Beach after meeting at the main office. We will...
MoreRETRO WEEKEND AT POMONA STATE PARK
Saturday, August 22, 2015 - 10:00am to 10:00pm Vassar, KSFriends of Pomona State Park will be hosting their 2nd Annual Retro Weekend at Pomona State Park on Saturday, August 22, 2015. The event will be...
More6th Annual Shawnee County's Largest Workout
Wednesday, September 2, 2015 - 6:00pm to 8:00pm Topeka, KSTopeka, Shawnee County and surrounding county residents of all ages and abilities are encouraged to participate in the 6th annual community...
MoreTrail Nerds Assoc. North Shore Trail Run
Saturday, September 5, 2015 - 6:00am to 3:00pm Lawrence, KSRunning Race on wooded trails starting near the entrance to Lake Henry just South of the Park Office building. Race from that area on trails to...
MoreLawrence Trail Hawks / Frozen A$$ Run
Sunday, September 13, 2015 - 5:00am to 2:00pm Lawrence, KSRunning many 3 mile loops from the last cabin in that area. Running on the blue trail of the North Shore Hiking / Biking Trails. 50...
MoreSecond Sunday Monthly Hike
Sunday, September 13, 2015 - 1:00pm to 3:00pm Lawrence, KSOur next Second Sunday Hike will be on April 12th at 1pm, and we will again begin at the Swimming Beach after meeting at the main office. We will...
MoreHealthy Fun at the State Parks Day
Saturday, September 26, 2015 (All day) LAWRENCE, KSOur events...
One hour Hike starts at Noon at the Beach Parking Lot
Grand Re-Opening of our 9 hole Frisbee Disc Golf Course - Come...
Orienteering at Clinton Overlook
Saturday, September 26, 2015 - 10:00am to 12:00pm Lawrence, KSOrienteering is a map adventure challenge. You will be given a detailed map with a course pre-marked on it. You will navigate to the bright...
MoreRun NMC 5K
Saturday, October 3, 2015 - 8:00am to 12:00pm Newton, KSNewton Medical Center will sponsor its second annual 5K and 1-mile fun walk, Run NMC! The race begins on the hospital campus at 9 a.m. Oct. 3....
MoreDart For Art fun run
Saturday, October 10, 2015 - 9:30am to 11:30am , KSJoin Bethel College Academy of Performing Arts for the Dart for Art 2-mile fun run on Saturday, Oct. 10. The run begins at 9:30 a.m. as part of...
MoreSanders Saunter 10K/5K Trail Run - Lawrence Trail Hawks
Saturday, November 21, 2015 - 5:00am to 2:00pm Lawrence, KSThis 10K/5K Trail Runs will start and finish at the Corp of Engineers Overlook Area. (The race loop turnaround is near campground #1 at lands end...
MoreExplore Kansas at Horsethief Reservoir
Saturday, November 28, 2015 (All day) , KSHike the trails around the lake through prairie grasses and bluffs overlooking the lake on the south side on a self guided tour of the lake...
MoreExplore Kansas at Horsethief Reservoir
Saturday, December 5, 2015 (All day) , KSHike the trails around the lake through prairie grasses and bluffs overlooking the lake on the south side on a self guided tour of the lake...
MoreExplore Kansas at Horsethief Reservoir
Saturday, December 12, 2015 (All day) , KSHike the trails around the lake through prairie grasses and bluffs overlooking the lake on the south side on a self guided tour of the lake...
MoreSecond Sunday Monthly Guided Hike
Sunday, December 13, 2015 - 1:00pm to 3:00pm Lawrence, KSOur next guided hike will take place on December 13th. Meet at the Park Office at 1 p.m. We’ll take a 2 hour hike. This month we’ll be heading...
MoreExplore Kansas at Horsethief Reservoir
Saturday, December 19, 2015 (All day) , KSHike the trails around the lake through prairie grasses and bluffs overlooking the lake on the south side on a self guided tour of the lake...
MoreFirst Day Guided Hike
Friday, January 1, 2016 - 1:00pm to 3:00pm Lawrence, KSStart the year off right, with US on the trails. We will start out in our Picnic Area on our hike. Hopefully we’ll have a chance to see the...
MoreSecond Sunday Monthly Guided Hike
Sunday, February 14, 2016 - 1:00pm to 2:30pm Lawrence, KSClinton State Park and AmeriCorps invite you to join us for monthly hikes through the park every Second Sunday through the coming year. Each...
MoreHike The Castle Trail This Spring (Unguided)
Saturday, February 27, 2016 - 9:00am , KSAt the summit, experience panoramic 360 degree views of the surrounding landscape. Hiking time on the 2+ mile trail is about 45 minutes. The...
MoreNew Moon Walk
Friday, March 4, 2016 - 7:00pm to 10:00pm Overland Park, KSEnjoy star gazing, nighttime sights and sounds, and educational activities for the whole family. Don't forget your flashlight! No pre-...
MoreHike The Castle Trail This Spring (Unguided)
Saturday, March 5, 2016 - 9:00am , KSAt the summit, experience panoramic 360 degree views of the surrounding landscape. Hiking time on the 2+ mile trail is about 45 minutes. The...
MoreWednesday Walk - Baker Wetlands (Unguided)
Wednesday, March 9, 2016 (All day) Lawrence, KSWhy wait for the weekend to get outside? Check out the newly opened trail at Baker Wetlands. Once completed, nearly 10 miles of trails will be...
MoreHike The Castle Trail This Spring (Unguided)
Saturday, March 12, 2016 - 9:00am , KSAt the summit, experience panoramic 360 degree views of the surrounding landscape. Hiking time on the 2+ mile trail is about 45 minutes. The...
MoreSecond Sunday Monthly Guided Hike
Sunday, March 13, 2016 - 1:00pm to 2:30pm Lawrence, KSClinton State Park and AmeriCorps invite you to join us for monthly hikes through the park every Second Sunday through the coming year. Each...
MoreArbor Day Open House
Monday, March 14, 2016 (All day) to Friday, March 18, 2016 (All day) Overland Park, KSThe Overland Park Forestry Division needs your help! Kids are invited to participate in the annual Arbor Day Poster Contest. Come to the Arboretum...
MoreWednesday Walk - Pomona State Park
Wednesday, March 16, 2016 (All day) Vasser, KSWhy wait for the weekend? Enjoy a Wednesday hike at Pomona State Park. Open dawn til dusk, this unguided activity will allow you to enjoy the...
MoreSunflower Games - Registration is open!
Wednesday, March 16, 2016 (All day) , KSThe 2016 Sunflower State Games are set to take place July 8 - 24. Forty Five activities, both indoors and out for all skill levels and ages will...
MoreHike The Castle Trail This Spring (Unguided)
Saturday, March 19, 2016 - 9:00am , KSAt the summit, experience panoramic 360 degree views of the surrounding landscape. Hiking time on the 2+ mile trail is about 45 minutes. The...
MoreWednesday Walk - Flint Hills Nature Trail
Wednesday, March 23, 2016 (All day) , KSWhy wait for the weekend? The longest trail in Kansas at 117 miles, this all volunteer, Rails-To-Trails project crosses five counties in eastern...
MoreSunflower Games - Registration is open!
Wednesday, April 6, 2016 (All day) , KSThe 2016 Sunflower State Games are set to take place July 8 - 24. Forty Five activities, both indoors and out for all skill levels and ages will...
MoreSecond Sunday Monthly Guided Hike
Sunday, April 10, 2016 - 1:00pm to 2:30pm Lawrence, KSClinton State Park and AmeriCorps invite you to join us for monthly hikes through the park every Second Sunday through the coming year. Each...
MoreWoodland Wildflower Walk
Wednesday, April 20, 2016 - 1:00pm to 3:00pm Overland Park, KSJoin our expert volunteers on a walk through the woods, to see and learn a little about the native wildflowers in bloom at the Arboretum. Please...
MoreRun/Walk Coyote Trail @ Webster State Park
Saturday, April 23, 2016 - 9:00am to 10:00am Stockton, KSRun/Walk the Coyote Trail at 9 am. The loop is approx. 3 miles long. Bridget Starbuck will be leading the run starting at 9 however you are...
MoreWoodland Wildflower Walk
Saturday, April 23, 2016 - 1:00pm to 3:00pm Overland Park, KSJoin our expert volunteers on a walk through the woods, to see and learn a little about the native wildflowers in bloom at the Arboretum. Please...
MoreSunflower Games - Registration is open!
Wednesday, April 27, 2016 (All day) , KSThe 2016 Sunflower State Games are set to take place July 8 - 24. Forty Five activities, both indoors and out for all skill levels and ages will...
MoreContainer Gardening Exhibit
Monday, May 2, 2016 (All day) to Sunday, May 29, 2016 (All day) Overland Park, KSGet inspired! Displays from garden organizations and volunteers will inspire and motivate you to build creative container plantings for your home...
MoreNational Public Gardens Day
Friday, May 6, 2016 - 9:00am to 6:00pm Overland Park, KSEnjoy this opportunity to spend some time learning about the many gardens at the Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens. Our knowledgeable...
MoreSecond Sunday Monthly Guided Hike
Sunday, May 8, 2016 - 1:00pm to 2:30pm Lawrence, KSClinton State Park and AmeriCorps invite you to join us for monthly hikes through the park every Second Sunday through the coming year. Each...
MoreSunflower Games - Registration is open!
Wednesday, May 18, 2016 (All day) , KSThe 2016 Sunflower State Games are set to take place July 8 - 24. Forty Five activities, both indoors and out for all skill levels and ages will...
MoreStorm the Dam
Saturday, June 4, 2016 - 6:00am El Dorado, KSThe Spencer, Wernli and Wilson Storm the Dam Trail run is a chip timed trail run which winds through scenic El Dorado Lake State Park and...
MoreSunflower Games - Registration is open!
Wednesday, June 8, 2016 (All day) , KSThe 2016 Sunflower State Games are set to take place July 8 - 24. Forty Five activities, both indoors and out for all skill levels and ages will...
MoreEl Dorado Lake Tri
Sunday, June 12, 2016 - 5:00am , KSThe El Dorado Lake Triathlon will be Sunday, June 12, 2016 at El Dorado State Park, located 3 miles east of El Dorado, Kansas on Hwy 54 and 1 mile...
MoreSecond Sunday Monthly Guided Hike
Sunday, June 12, 2016 - 1:00pm to 2:30pm Lawrence, KSClinton State Park and AmeriCorps invite you to join us for monthly hikes through the park every Second Sunday through the coming year. Each...
MoreWashunga Days
Friday, June 17, 2016 - 5:00pm to Sunday, June 19, 2016 - 5:00pm Council Grove, KSWashunga Days is an annual festival that celebrates the culture - both past and present - of Council Grove, showcasing the city and all of its...
MoreTallgrass Prairie National Preserve - Butterflies and Pollinators
Saturday, June 18, 2016 - 9:00am to 4:00pm Strong City, KSJoin members of KNPS at the historic Tallgrass Prairie National Preserve on June 18 for presentations, wildflower walks, butterfly counting and...
MoreGovernor's Campout & Great Outdoor Day
Saturday, June 18, 2016 - 10:00am to Sunday, June 19, 2016 - 10:00am , KSGreat Outdoors Day:
Celebrate Get Outdoors Month with the Kansas Dept of Wildlife, Parks, & Tourism & others for a FREE...
Run-Shunga 5K
Saturday, June 18, 2016 - 7:30pm , KSThe run takes place during the Washunga Days Festival on Saturday, June 18th at 7:30am. We are happy to announce that the Manhattan Running...
MoreSunflower Games - Registration is open!
Wednesday, June 29, 2016 (All day) , KSThe 2016 Sunflower State Games are set to take place July 8 - 24. Forty Five activities, both indoors and out for all skill levels and ages will...
MoreFIREWORKS AT POMONA STATE PARK
Saturday, July 2, 2016 (All day) VASSAR, KSFIREWORKS SHOW CANCELLED FOR SATURDAY, JULY 2ND.
DUE TO UPCOMING FORECAST OF HEAVY RAIN IN THE AREA.
THE SHOW WILL BE RESCHEDULED AT A...
2016 Sunflower State Games
Friday, July 8, 2016 (All day) to Sunday, July 24, 2016 (All day) Topeka, KSForty five activities for all ages and skill levels will commence city-wide across Topeka. There is something for everyone, participant and...
MoreCharley Melvin Mad Bomber Run for Your Life
Saturday, July 9, 2016 - 5:00pm to Sunday, July 10, 2016 - 2:00am Iola, KSThe Charley Melvin Mad Bomber Run For Your Life is a unique 10K/5K run and 3K walk that draws hundreds of runners and walkers from throughout the...
MoreSunflower Games - Registration is open!
Wednesday, July 20, 2016 (All day) , KSThe 2016 Sunflower State Games are set to take place July 8 - 24. Forty Five activities, both indoors and out for all skill levels and ages will...
More7th Annual Shawnee County's Largest Workout @ Cylcovia Topeka
Friday, July 29, 2016 - 7:00pm to 8:30pm Topeka, KSTopeka, Shawnee County and surrounding county residents of all ages and abilities are encouraged to participate in the 7th annual community...
MoreLovewell State Park Fun Day
Saturday, August 6, 2016 - 7:00am to 6:00pm WEBBER, KS5K or 2 mile Fun Run/Walk, Co-Ed Mud Volleyball, Rock/Paper/Scissors Tournament, Sandpile Treasure Hunt Pre-Registration required for Mud...
MoreSunflower Games - Registration is open!
Wednesday, August 10, 2016 (All day) , KSThe 2016 Sunflower State Games are set to take place July 8 - 24. Forty Five activities, both indoors and out for all skill levels and ages will...
MoreTall Corn Festival
Friday, August 12, 2016 (All day) to Sunday, August 14, 2016 (All day) Rossville, KSThe Tall Corn Festival is a celebration of the harvest and summer. Come out and enjoy the spirit of small towns, a parade down Main Street,...
MoreFREE Entry Day at Clinton State Park
Saturday, August 13, 2016 (All day) Lawrence, KSEnjoy the State Park without purchasing a daily vehicle permit TODAY!
MoreEvening on the Riverwalk
Saturday, August 27, 2016 - 7:00pm to 10:00pm Council Grove, KSEvening on the Riverwalk is an annual event on the Neosho Riverwalk in Council Grove, KS. Join us for a beautiful evening along the scenic Neosho...
MoreEvening on the Riverwalk
Saturday, August 27, 2016 - 7:00pm to 10:00pm Council Grove, KSEvening on the Riverwalk is an annual event on the Neosho Riverwalk in Council Grove, KS. Join us for a beautiful evening along the scenic Neosho...
MoreFull Moon Walk
Friday, September 16, 2016 - 7:00pm to 10:00pm Overland Park, KSThe full moon will light the paths. Enjoy moon gazing, night time sights and sounds and educational activities for the whole family. Don't...
MoreHorsethief Canyon Trail Run - Kanopolis State Park
Saturday, September 17, 2016 - 7:00am to 12:00pm Marquette, KSThis run will take place on the Horsethief Canyon Trail. This trail is a multi use equestrian, hiking, and mountain bike trail and includes hills...
MoreCouncil Grove Fall Festival on the Santa Fe Trail
Saturday, September 17, 2016 - 12:00pm to 6:00pm Council Grove, KSThis new festival will coincide with the Voices of the Wind People Pageant on September 16 and 17. Family friendly entertainment, food, and music...
MoreGreat Kaw Adventure Race
Saturday, September 24, 2016 - 9:00am to 3:00pm Eudora, KSThe second annual Great Kaw Adventure Race is scheduled for September 24, 2016 and will include just over 30 miles of running, canoeing, and...
MoreWorldwide Day of Play Celebration!
Saturday, September 24, 2016 - 11:00am to 3:00pm Topeka, KSJoin us for a day of fun-filled activities at the Kansas Children's Discovery Center. We are celebrating the "Worldwide Day of Play...
MoreSnake Scales and Turtle Tales Animal Program
Saturday, September 24, 2016 - 7:00pm to 8:00pm Lawrence, KSCome join us at Shelter #6 in Campground #3 for an up close look at our Live Snakes & Turtles on display. We'll bring their cages out...
MoreSEP 25 2016 Tri Wild Road Triathlon
Sunday, September 25, 2016 - 7:00am to 12:00pm Sylvan Grove, KSIt's an "Almost Olympic" distance road triathlon at Wilson State Park in Kansas! Splash into Wilson Lake for a 500 meter swim in...
MoreSnake Scales and Turtle Tales Animal Program
Saturday, October 1, 2016 - 7:00pm to 8:00pm Lawrence, KSCome join us at Shelter #6 in Campground #3 for an up close look at our Live Snakes & Turtles on display. We'll bring their cages out...
More5K/30K/50K Run
Sunday, October 2, 2016 - 7:00am to 4:00pm Sylvan Grove, KS5K/30K/50K Trail run
MoreSnake Scales and Turtle Tales Animal Program
Saturday, October 15, 2016 - 4:00pm to 5:00pm Lawrence, KSCome join us at Shelter #6 in Campground #3 for an up close look at our Live Snakes & Turtles on display. We'll bring their cages out...
MoreNew Moon Walk
Friday, October 28, 2016 - 7:00pm to 10:00pm Overland Park, KSEnjoy star gazing, nighttime sights and sounds, and educational activities for the whole family. Don't forget your flashlight! No pre-...
MoreHalloween Spooky Trail at Kansas Children's Discovery Center
Saturday, October 29, 2016 - 11:00am to 3:00pm Topeka, KSJoin us in the outdoor classroom at Kansas Children's Discovery Center from 11 am - 3 pm on October 29th! Wear your costume and go through...
MoreZombie Survival 5K
Saturday, October 29, 2016 - 11:00am Pittsburg, KSThis is no ordinary race. Participants need cardio to out run the creatures and beings wandering Wilderness Park. The more adrenaline the better....
MoreCandlelight Charm
Saturday, November 5, 2016 - 6:00pm to 9:00pm Council Grove, KSCome to Council Grove for Candlelight Charm! Shopping, drawings, giveaways, refreshments, horse-drawn carriage rides, and more! Let Candlelight...
MoreHoliday Luminary Walk
Friday, November 25, 2016 - 5:00pm to 9:00pm Overland Park, KSStroll down candlelit trails through the gardens and woods at the 17th annual Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens' Holiday Luminary...
MoreHoliday Luminary Walk
Saturday, November 26, 2016 - 5:00pm to 9:00pm Overland Park, KSStroll down candlelit trails through the gardens and woods at the 17th annual Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens' Holiday Luminary...
MoreHoliday Luminary Walk
Friday, December 2, 2016 - 5:00pm to 9:00pm Overland Park, KSStroll down candlelit trails through the gardens and woods at the 17th annual Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens' Holiday Luminary...
MoreHoliday Luminary Walk
Saturday, December 3, 2016 - 5:00pm to 9:00pm Overland Park, KSStroll down candlelit trails through the gardens and woods at the 17th annual Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens' Holiday Luminary...
MoreWednesday Walk - Kaw River State Park
Wednesday, February 8, 2017 (All day) Topeka, KSNow is a great time to check out your favorite trail for a Wednesday Walk because the trail takes on a completely new look with the change of...
MoreOrienteer Kansas Meet
Saturday, February 11, 2017 - 12:00pm to 5:00pm Lawrence, KSOrienteer Kansas will be using the North Short Trail System for a meet. The Start / Finish line will be in the Corp of Engineers Overlook Area...
MoreSecond Sunday Monthly Guided Hike
Sunday, February 12, 2017 - 1:00pm to 2:30pm Lawrence, KSClinton State Park and AmeriCorps invite you to join us for monthly hikes through the park every Second Sunday through the coming year. Each...
MoreWoodland Wildflower Walk
Wednesday, April 19, 2017 - 1:00pm to 2:00pm Overland Park, KSJoin our experts, Lynda Ochs and Ken O'Dell, as you walk through the woodlands at the Arboretum to see the vast selection of native...
MoreDirty Girls Get Away!
Friday, April 21, 2017 - 6:00pm to Sunday, April 23, 2017 - 4:30pm Council Grove, KS4/21 – 4/23 Dirty Girls Get Away! 6pm Friday through Sunday afternoon
$350 regular $300 member
Join us at Camp White on Council...
MoreMike Stoakes Bird Walk
Saturday, April 22, 2017 - 8:15am to 10:00am Overland Park, KSMike Stoakes, Arboretum volunteer and all around birder will lead this walk to look for and listen to the birds that live at the Arboretum. Nearly...
MoreGeoArboretum
Saturday, April 22, 2017 - 10:00am to 11:30am Overland Park, KSBring the entire family out for a fun-filled adventure at the Arboretum! Find out why over 5 million people throughout the world hunt for...
MoreTour of the Trees with Ernest & O'Dell
Wednesday, April 26, 2017 - 1:00pm to 2:00pm Overland Park, KSJoin our tree experts, Jim Earnest and Ken O'Dell, as you wind through the trails at the Arboretum and see a vast selection of trees in their...
MoreTrent Reed Bird Walk
Sunday, April 30, 2017 - 8:15am to 10:00am Overland Park, KSLocal expert Trent Reed will lead this very informative bird walk. Each session varies on what birds are spotted. Duration is one hour, plus...
MoreGreat Trees of the Stous Promenade
Sunday, April 30, 2017 - 1:00pm to 2:00pm Overland Park, KSJim Earnest, The Tree Doctor, will lead the tour of Great Trees of the Stous Promenade. Jim also serves on the education committee of the...
MoreWebster State Park OK KIDS Day
Saturday, May 6, 2017 - 9:00am to 1:00pm Stockton, KSYouth Ages 4-12 are invited to attend the activities located throughout the park. They will be a fishing clinic, a skins and skulls presentation...
MoreLet's Camp America- Cedar Bluff
Saturday, May 6, 2017 - 9:00am to 3:00pm Ellis, KSLet's Camp America! Join the nation wide effort to get families outdoors. Pack up your tent and join us here at Cedar Bluff State Park....
MoreOrienteering in Burcham Park
Sunday, May 7, 2017 - 10:00am to 12:00pm Lawrence, KSOrienteering is a great outdoor activity for the whole family! Use a specialized map to navigate your way from point to point. The route is not...
MoreNational Public Gardens Day
Friday, May 12, 2017 - 10:00am to 12:00pm Overland Park, KSEnjoy this opportunity to the spend some time learning about the many gardens at the Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens. Our...
MoreMike Stoakes Bird Walk
Saturday, May 20, 2017 - 8:15am to 10:00am Overland Park, KSMike Stoakes, Arboretum volunteer and all around birder will lead this walk to look for and listen to the birds that live at the Arboretum. Nearly...
MoreEnchanted Forest
Saturday, May 27, 2017 (All day) to Monday, September 4, 2017 (All day) Overland Park, KSThey're back! This summer the Arboretum and Botanical Gardens are again home to the mystical domains of gnomes, fairies, elves, sprites,...
MoreGrand Walk in the Arboretum
Wednesday, May 31, 2017 - 10:00am to 12:00pm Overland Park, KSSchool is out, celebrate summer by taking your grandkids on a Grand Walk of the Arboretum. Enjoy this opportunity to spend some time learning...
MoreNature Photography Contest
Thursday, June 1, 2017 (All day) to Monday, July 10, 2017 (All day) Overland Park, KSCelebrate the beauty and capture the wonder of the Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens with your photos! Prizes and special invitations...
MoreGeoArboretum
Saturday, June 3, 2017 - 10:00am to 11:30am Overland Park, KSBring the entire family out for a fun-filled adventure at the Arboretum! Find out why over 5 million people throughout the world hunt for...
More3rd Annual Serious Fun Mud Run at the Kansas Children's Discovery Center!
Sunday, June 4, 2017 - 9:00am to 4:45pm Topeka, KSJoin us on June 4th for the 3rd Annual Serious Fun Mud Run!
The Serious Fun Mud Run is for anyone age 4+ and features running through...
MoreHot Summer Days
Friday, June 9, 2017 - 10:00am to 12:00pm Overland Park, KSSummer is hot! So keep your temperature down by splashing around at this cool down activity. Bring the whole family and enjoy water games and more...
More2017 Sunflower State Games
Friday, July 14, 2017 (All day) to Sunday, July 30, 2017 (All day) Topeka, KSThe Sunflower State Games is pleased to announce that registration is now open for the 28th Annual multi-sport festival. The 2017 Sunflower State...
More2017 Sunflower State Games
Friday, July 14, 2017 (All day) to Sunday, July 30, 2017 (All day) Topeka, KSThe Sunflower State Games is pleased to announce that registration is now open for the 28th Annual multi-sport festival. The 2017 Sunflower State...
MoreHot Summer Days
Friday, July 14, 2017 - 10:00am to 12:00pm Overland Park, KSSummer is hot! So keep your temperature down by splashing around at this cool down activity. Bring the whole family and enjoy water games and more...
MoreHot Summer Days
Friday, August 11, 2017 - 10:00am to 12:00pm Overland Park, KSSummer is hot! So keep your temperature down by splashing around at this cool down activity. Bring the whole family and enjoy water games and more...
MoreOK Kids - Fishing Derby @ Clinton State Park
Saturday, August 12, 2017 - 9:00am to 11:00am Lawrence, KS9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. @ Lake Henry At the Fishing Derby (Located just South of the Park Office.) – Learn fish ID’s, improve your casting skills...
MoreGeoArboretum
Saturday, September 9, 2017 - 10:00am Overland Park, KSBring the entire family out for a fun-filled adventure at the Arboretum! Find out why over 5 million people throughout the world hunt for...
More2017 Kansas Senior Games
Friday, September 15, 2017 (All day) to Sunday, September 24, 2017 (All day) Topeka, KSThe Kansas Senior Games are the Sunflower state's own multi-sport competition for ages 50+. The Kansas Senior Games takes place over two...
MoreWorldwide Day of Play
Saturday, September 16, 2017 - 11:00am to 3:00pm Topeka, KSWorldwide Day of Play means it is time to get outside and play! Visit the Kansas Children's Discovery Center for an exciting day of play! We...
MoreNight at the Arboretum
Friday, September 22, 2017 - 7:00pm to 9:00pm Overland Park, KSCome and gaze at the nighttime sky. This event will be an interactive experience with activities for all ages. S'more kits also will be...
MoreFree Admission Weekend
Saturday, October 7, 2017 (All day) to Sunday, October 8, 2017 (All day) Overland Park, KSAdmission to the Arboretum is free all weekend long.
MoreMedical Heroes Appreciation 5K Run and Walk
Saturday, October 21, 2017 - 8:30am Topeka, KSOn Saturday October 21st from 8:30AM to 10:30AM, join CISCRP and Stormont Vail Health in celebrating Medical Heroes, study volunteers who...
MoreNight at the Arboretum
Friday, November 3, 2017 - 7:00pm to 9:00pm Overland Park, KSCome and gaze at the nighttime sky. This event will be an interactive experience with activities for all ages. S'more kits also will be...
MoreSanders Saunter Charity Trail Run
Saturday, November 11, 2017 - 7:00am , KS8th Annual Sanders Saunter 50K / 25K / 10K Charity Race, presented by the Lawrence Trail Hawks.
The 2016 charity partner is: BabyJay's...
Luminary Walk
Friday, November 24, 2017 - 5:00pm to 9:00pm Overland Park, KSStroll down candlelit trails through the gardens and woods at the 19th annual Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens' Holiday Luminary...
MoreLuminary Walk
Saturday, November 25, 2017 - 5:00pm to 9:00pm Overland Park, KSStroll down candlelit trails through the gardens and woods at the 19th annual Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens' Holiday Luminary...
MoreLuminary Walk
Friday, December 1, 2017 - 5:00pm to 9:00pm Overland Park, KSStroll down candlelit trails through the gardens and woods at the 19th annual Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens' Holiday Luminary...
MoreLuminary Walk
Saturday, December 2, 2017 - 5:00pm to 9:00pm Overland Park, KSStroll down candlelit trails through the gardens and woods at the 19th annual Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens' Holiday Luminary...
MoreLuminary Walk
Friday, December 8, 2017 - 5:00pm to 9:00pm Overland Park, KSStroll down candlelit trails through the gardens and woods at the 19th annual Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens' Holiday Luminary...
MoreLuminary Walk
Saturday, December 9, 2017 - 5:00pm to 9:00pm Overland Park, KSStroll down candlelit trails through the gardens and woods at the 19th annual Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens' Holiday Luminary...
MoreFirst Day Hike
Monday, January 1, 2018 - 10:30am to 12:00pm Manhattan, KSTuttle Creek State Park will host it's annual First Day Hike on January 1, 2018 from 10:30 - 12:00 PM. Hike will be family friendly, last...
MoreNew Volunteer Orientation at the Overland Park Arboretum
Wednesday, January 24, 2018 - 10:00am to 12:00pm Overland Park, KSPotential volunteers learn about the various opportunities available at Overland Park's 300-acre Arboretum and Botanical Gardens. We will...
MoreFelted Forms: Wool in the Woods
Saturday, February 10, 2018 - 8:00am to 5:00pm Overland Park, KSWelcome to the third annual exhibit of Felted Forms – Wool in the Woods. Last year we took you on a colorful journey through the woodland...
MoreFelted Forms: Wool in the Woods
Friday, February 16, 2018 - 8:00am to 5:00pm Overland Park, KSWelcome to the third annual exhibit of Felted Forms – Wool in the Woods. Last year we took you on a colorful journey through the woodland...
MoreNight at the Arboretum
Friday, February 16, 2018 - 7:00pm to 9:00pm Overland Park, KSNew Moon and Raccoons - Feb 16
Full Moon and Opossums - March 30
Full Moon and Spiders - Sept 21
New Moon and Crows - Nov 9
Felted Forms: Wool in the Woods
Friday, February 23, 2018 - 8:00am to 5:00pm Overland Park, KSWelcome to the third annual exhibit of Felted Forms – Wool in the Woods. Last year we took you on a colorful journey through the woodland...
MoreFelted Forms: Wool in the Woods
Friday, March 2, 2018 - 8:00am to 5:00pm Overland Park, KSWelcome to the third annual exhibit of Felted Forms – Wool in the Woods. Last year we took you on a colorful journey through the woodland...
More40th Anniversary of Perry Lake Hiking Trail - National Recreation Trail Designation
Saturday, March 3, 2018 (All day) , KSThe volunteer groups that help maintain the 29-mile Perry Lake Hiking Trail are celebrating its 40th year as a National Recreation Trail.
...
MoreFelted Forms: Wool in the Woods
Friday, March 9, 2018 - 8:00am to 5:00pm Overland Park, KSWelcome to the third annual exhibit of Felted Forms – Wool in the Woods. Last year we took you on a colorful journey through the woodland...
MoreGeoArboretum
Thursday, March 15, 2018 - 1:00pm to 2:00pm Overland Park, KSBring the entire family out for a fun-filled adventure at the Arboretum! Find out why over 5 million people throughout the world hunt for...
MoreFelted Forms: Wool in the Woods
Friday, March 16, 2018 - 8:00am to 5:00pm Overland Park, KSWelcome to the third annual exhibit of Felted Forms – Wool in the Woods. Last year we took you on a colorful journey through the woodland...
MoreFelted Forms: Wool in the Woods
Friday, March 23, 2018 - 8:00am to 5:00pm Overland Park, KSWelcome to the third annual exhibit of Felted Forms – Wool in the Woods. Last year we took you on a colorful journey through the woodland...
MoreFree Admission Weekend
Saturday, March 24, 2018 (All day) to Sunday, March 25, 2018 (All day) Overland Park, KSAdmission to the Arboretum is free all weekend
MoreNatural Trails Tour with Jim Earnest and Ken O’Dell
Wednesday, March 28, 2018 - 1:00pm to 2:00pm Overland Park, KSJim Earnest and Ken O’Dell will give a one hour tour of one of the Beautiful Natural Trails at the Overland Park Arboretum. The Arboretum has 140...
MoreFelted Forms: Wool in the Woods
Friday, March 30, 2018 - 8:00am to 5:00pm Overland Park, KSWelcome to the third annual exhibit of Felted Forms – Wool in the Woods. Last year we took you on a colorful journey through the woodland...
MoreNight at the Arboretum
Friday, March 30, 2018 - 7:00pm to 9:00pm Overland Park, KSNew Moon and Raccoons - Feb 16
Full Moon and Opossums - March 30
Full Moon and Spiders - Sept 21
New Moon and Crows - Nov 9
New Volunteer Orientation at the Overland Park Arboretum
Wednesday, April 4, 2018 - 10:00am to 12:00pm Overland Park, KSPotential volunteers learn about the various opportunities available at Overland Park's 300-acre Arboretum and Botanical Gardens. We will...
MoreWildflower Walk
Wednesday, April 11, 2018 - 10:00am to 11:00am Overland Park, KSMeet at the Visitors Center then we will be walking on mulched paths, up and down slopes and hills as we go to the lower bluff area at Wolf creek...
MoreWildflower Walk
Wednesday, April 18, 2018 - 10:00am to 11:00am Overland Park, KSMeet at the Visitors Center then we will be walking on mulched paths, up and down slopes and hills as we go to the lower bluff area at Wolf creek...
MoreWhirlwind: Art in Motion
Saturday, April 21, 2018 (All day) Overland Park, KSApril 21, 2018 is Opening Day of Whirlwind: Art in Motion, a kinetic art exhibit at the Overland Park Arboretum. Kinetic art is a unique art form...
MoreWhirlwind: Art in Motion
Saturday, April 28, 2018 (All day) Overland Park, KSApril 21, 2018 is Opening Day of Whirlwind: Art in Motion, a kinetic art exhibit at the Overland Park Arboretum. Kinetic art is a unique art form...
MoreWhirlwind: Art in Motion
Saturday, May 5, 2018 (All day) Overland Park, KSApril 21, 2018 is Opening Day of Whirlwind: Art in Motion, a kinetic art exhibit at the Overland Park Arboretum. Kinetic art is a unique art form...
MoreGeoArboretum
Saturday, May 5, 2018 - 10:00am to 11:00am Overland Park, KSBring the entire family out for a fun-filled adventure at the Arboretum! Find out why over 5 million people throughout the world hunt for...
MoreDiscover Salina Naturally Fair
Sunday, May 6, 2018 - 11:00am to 4:00pm Salina, KSThe Discover Salina Naturally Fair is a free event for families to learn and interact with many aspects of past, present, and future efforts with...
MoreNational Public Gardens Day
Friday, May 11, 2018 - 10:00am to 12:00pm Overland Park, KSEnjoy this opportunity to spend some time learning about the many gardens at the Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens. Our knowledgeable...
MoreWhirlwind: Art in Motion
Saturday, May 12, 2018 (All day) Overland Park, KSApril 21, 2018 is Opening Day of Whirlwind: Art in Motion, a kinetic art exhibit at the Overland Park Arboretum. Kinetic art is a unique art form...
MoreWhirlwind: Art in Motion Guided Tour
Saturday, May 12, 2018 - 10:00am to 11:00am Overland Park, KSJoin us for a guided tour of this exciting and one of a kind exhibit. Your guide will take you through the gardens to explore these unique kinetic...
MoreWhirlwind: Art in Motion
Saturday, May 19, 2018 (All day) Overland Park, KSApril 21, 2018 is Opening Day of Whirlwind: Art in Motion, a kinetic art exhibit at the Overland Park Arboretum. Kinetic art is a unique art form...
MoreWhirlwind: Art in Motion
Saturday, May 26, 2018 (All day) Overland Park, KSApril 21, 2018 is Opening Day of Whirlwind: Art in Motion, a kinetic art exhibit at the Overland Park Arboretum. Kinetic art is a unique art form...
MoreWhirlwind: Art in Motion
Saturday, June 2, 2018 (All day) Overland Park, KSApril 21, 2018 is Opening Day of Whirlwind: Art in Motion, a kinetic art exhibit at the Overland Park Arboretum. Kinetic art is a unique art form...
MoreHot Summer Days
Friday, June 8, 2018 - 10:00am to 12:00pm Overland Park, KSThis event features water games for the whole family, prepare to get wet and maybe a little messy. Splashing around will help keep the...
MoreSummertime Celebration Walks & Swims - Clay Center, KS
Friday, June 8, 2018 - 3:00pm to 7:00pm Clay Center, IL5k / 10k / 11k map guided walk at your own pace. This is a volksmarch that allows the walker to enjoy the sites of a local community, while...
MoreWhirlwind: Art in Motion
Saturday, June 9, 2018 (All day) Overland Park, KSApril 21, 2018 is Opening Day of Whirlwind: Art in Motion, a kinetic art exhibit at the Overland Park Arboretum. Kinetic art is a unique art form...
MoreDam Near 5K
Saturday, June 9, 2018 - 7:00am to 12:00pm Jetmore, KSCome enjoy our Dam Near 5K during HorseThief The Festival. Registration begins May 1, 2018 on www....
MoreSummertime Celebration Walks & Swims - Wamego, KS
Saturday, June 9, 2018 - 8:00am to 10:30am Wamego, ILThis is the second Sunflower Sod Stompers walking event of the weekend. Walkers will start at the Depot Shelter House. The walk will give everyone...
MoreWhirlwind: Art in Motion Guided Tour
Saturday, June 9, 2018 - 10:00am to 11:00am Overland Park, KSJoin us for a guided tour of this exciting and one of a kind exhibit. Your guide will take you through the gardens to explore these unique kinetic...
MoreSummertime Celebration Walks & Swims - Alma, KS
Saturday, June 9, 2018 - 1:30pm to 3:30pm Alma, ILThis is the third walking event of the Sunflower Sod Stompers Summertime Celebration. Stroll through Alma at your own pace. Stop at the Alma...
MoreSummertime Celebration Walks & Swims - Holton, KS
Sunday, June 10, 2018 - 8:15am to 10:30am Holton, ILThis is the fourth event of the Summertime Celebration. Walkers will start at the Holton Super 8 and walk through the streets of Holton, KS. Enjoy...
MoreSummertime Celebration Walks & Swims - Valley Falls, KS
Sunday, June 10, 2018 - 12:00pm to 2:00pm Valley Falls, ILThis is the last walking event of the Summer Celebration. Come early from the Holton walk and enjoy a nice lunch at Stewart's Smokehouse. The...
MoreWhirlwind: Art in Motion
Saturday, June 16, 2018 (All day) Overland Park, KSApril 21, 2018 is Opening Day of Whirlwind: Art in Motion, a kinetic art exhibit at the Overland Park Arboretum. Kinetic art is a unique art form...
MoreGeoArboretum
Wednesday, June 20, 2018 - 10:00am to 11:00am Overland Park, KSBring the entire family out for a fun-filled adventure at the Arboretum! Find out why over 5 million people throughout the world hunt for...
MoreWhirlwind: Art in Motion
Saturday, June 23, 2018 (All day) Overland Park, KSApril 21, 2018 is Opening Day of Whirlwind: Art in Motion, a kinetic art exhibit at the Overland Park Arboretum. Kinetic art is a unique art form...
MoreWhirlwind: Art in Motion
Saturday, June 30, 2018 (All day) Overland Park, KSApril 21, 2018 is Opening Day of Whirlwind: Art in Motion, a kinetic art exhibit at the Overland Park Arboretum. Kinetic art is a unique art form...
MoreWhirlwind: Art in Motion
Saturday, July 7, 2018 (All day) Overland Park, KSApril 21, 2018 is Opening Day of Whirlwind: Art in Motion, a kinetic art exhibit at the Overland Park Arboretum. Kinetic art is a unique art form...
MoreHot Summer Days
Friday, July 13, 2018 - 10:00am to 12:00pm Overland Park, KSThis event features water games for the whole family, prepare to get wet and maybe a little messy. Splashing around will help keep the...
MoreWhirlwind: Art in Motion
Saturday, July 14, 2018 (All day) Overland Park, KSApril 21, 2018 is Opening Day of Whirlwind: Art in Motion, a kinetic art exhibit at the Overland Park Arboretum. Kinetic art is a unique art form...
MoreWhirlwind: Art in Motion Guided Tour
Saturday, July 14, 2018 - 10:00am to 11:00am Overland Park, KSJoin us for a guided tour of this exciting and one of a kind exhibit. Your guide will take you through the gardens to explore these unique kinetic...
MoreNature Photography Contest Exhibit
Friday, July 20, 2018 - 8:00am to 7:00pm Overland Park, KSCelebrate the beauty and capture the wonder of the Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens with your photos.
Entries must be received...
MoreWhirlwind: Art in Motion
Saturday, July 21, 2018 (All day) Overland Park, KSApril 21, 2018 is Opening Day of Whirlwind: Art in Motion, a kinetic art exhibit at the Overland Park Arboretum. Kinetic art is a unique art form...
MoreNature Photography Contest Exhibit
Thursday, July 26, 2018 (All day) to Monday, September 3, 2018 (All day) Overland Park, KSCelebrate the beauty and capture the wonder of the Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens with your photos.
Entries must be received...
MoreWhirlwind: Art in Motion
Saturday, July 28, 2018 (All day) Overland Park, KSApril 21, 2018 is Opening Day of Whirlwind: Art in Motion, a kinetic art exhibit at the Overland Park Arboretum. Kinetic art is a unique art form...
MoreWhirlwind: Art in Motion
Saturday, August 4, 2018 (All day) Overland Park, KSApril 21, 2018 is Opening Day of Whirlwind: Art in Motion, a kinetic art exhibit at the Overland Park Arboretum. Kinetic art is a unique art form...
MoreHot Summer Days
Friday, August 10, 2018 - 10:00am to 12:00pm Overland Park, KSThis event features water games for the whole family, prepare to get wet and maybe a little messy. Splashing around will help keep the...
MoreWhirlwind: Art in Motion
Saturday, August 11, 2018 (All day) Overland Park, KSApril 21, 2018 is Opening Day of Whirlwind: Art in Motion, a kinetic art exhibit at the Overland Park Arboretum. Kinetic art is a unique art form...
MoreOrienteering at Burcham Park
Saturday, August 11, 2018 - 9:00am to 10:30am Lawrence, KSWant to learn to read a topo map? Already can read a map but didn't know it could be a sport? Join us for orienteering on August 11th at...
MoreWhirlwind: Art in Motion Guided Tour
Saturday, August 11, 2018 - 10:00am to 11:00am Overland Park, KSJoin us for a guided tour of this exciting and one of a kind exhibit. Your guide will take you through the gardens to explore these unique kinetic...
MoreWhirlwind: Art in Motion
Saturday, August 18, 2018 (All day) Overland Park, KSApril 21, 2018 is Opening Day of Whirlwind: Art in Motion, a kinetic art exhibit at the Overland Park Arboretum. Kinetic art is a unique art form...
MoreWhirlwind: Art in Motion
Saturday, August 25, 2018 (All day) Overland Park, KSApril 21, 2018 is Opening Day of Whirlwind: Art in Motion, a kinetic art exhibit at the Overland Park Arboretum. Kinetic art is a unique art form...
MoreWhirlwind: Art in Motion
Saturday, September 1, 2018 (All day) Overland Park, KSApril 21, 2018 is Opening Day of Whirlwind: Art in Motion, a kinetic art exhibit at the Overland Park Arboretum. Kinetic art is a unique art form...
MoreWhirlwind: Art in Motion
Saturday, September 8, 2018 (All day) Overland Park, KSApril 21, 2018 is Opening Day of Whirlwind: Art in Motion, a kinetic art exhibit at the Overland Park Arboretum. Kinetic art is a unique art form...
MoreGeoArboretum
Saturday, September 8, 2018 - 10:00am to 11:00am Overland Park, KSBring the entire family out for a fun-filled adventure at the Arboretum! Find out why over 5 million people throughout the world hunt for...
MoreWhirlwind: Art in Motion Guided Tour
Saturday, September 8, 2018 - 10:00am to 11:00am Overland Park, KSJoin us for a guided tour of this exciting and one of a kind exhibit. Your guide will take you through the gardens to explore these unique kinetic...
MoreNew Volunteer Orientation at the Overland Park Arboretum
Wednesday, September 12, 2018 - 10:00am to 12:00pm Overland Park, KSPotential volunteers learn about the various opportunities available at Overland Park's 300-acre Arboretum and Botanical Gardens. We will...
MoreWhirlwind: Art in Motion
Saturday, September 15, 2018 (All day) Overland Park, KSApril 21, 2018 is Opening Day of Whirlwind: Art in Motion, a kinetic art exhibit at the Overland Park Arboretum. Kinetic art is a unique art form...
MoreNight at the Arboretum
Friday, September 21, 2018 - 7:00pm to 9:00pm Overland Park, KSNew Moon and Raccoons - Feb 16
Full Moon and Opossums - March 30
Full Moon and Spiders - Sept 21
New Moon and Crows - Nov 9
Whirlwind: Art in Motion
Saturday, September 22, 2018 (All day) Overland Park, KSApril 21, 2018 is Opening Day of Whirlwind: Art in Motion, a kinetic art exhibit at the Overland Park Arboretum. Kinetic art is a unique art form...
MoreWhirlwind: Art in Motion
Saturday, September 29, 2018 (All day) Overland Park, KSApril 21, 2018 is Opening Day of Whirlwind: Art in Motion, a kinetic art exhibit at the Overland Park Arboretum. Kinetic art is a unique art form...
MoreThe Great Kaw Adventure Race
Saturday, September 29, 2018 - 9:00am Eudora, KSThe Great Kaw Adventure Race is an orienteering based, cognitive, and physical challenge event. Challenges could be trivia about Eudora's...
MoreFree Admission Weekend
Saturday, October 6, 2018 (All day) to Sunday, October 7, 2018 (All day) Overland Park, KSAdmission to the Arboretum is free all weekend
MoreWhirlwind: Art in Motion
Saturday, October 6, 2018 (All day) Overland Park, KSApril 21, 2018 is Opening Day of Whirlwind: Art in Motion, a kinetic art exhibit at the Overland Park Arboretum. Kinetic art is a unique art form...
MoreWhirlwind: Art in Motion
Saturday, October 13, 2018 (All day) Overland Park, KSApril 21, 2018 is Opening Day of Whirlwind: Art in Motion, a kinetic art exhibit at the Overland Park Arboretum. Kinetic art is a unique art form...
MoreWhirlwind: Art in Motion
Saturday, October 20, 2018 (All day) Overland Park, KSApril 21, 2018 is Opening Day of Whirlwind: Art in Motion, a kinetic art exhibit at the Overland Park Arboretum. Kinetic art is a unique art form...
MoreWhirlwind: Art in Motion
Saturday, October 27, 2018 (All day) Overland Park, KSApril 21, 2018 is Opening Day of Whirlwind: Art in Motion, a kinetic art exhibit at the Overland Park Arboretum. Kinetic art is a unique art form...
MoreWhirlwind: Art in Motion
Saturday, November 3, 2018 (All day) Overland Park, KSApril 21, 2018 is Opening Day of Whirlwind: Art in Motion, a kinetic art exhibit at the Overland Park Arboretum. Kinetic art is a unique art form...
MoreTails on the Trail
Saturday, November 3, 2018 - 9:00am to 12:00pm Topeka, KSTails on the Trail 2018
November 3, 2018
We are proud to announce our 9th annual Tails on the Trail event – Topeka’s favorite dog-...
MoreNight at the Arboretum
Friday, November 9, 2018 - 7:00pm to 9:00pm Overland Park, KSNew Moon and Raccoons - Feb 16
Full Moon and Opossums - March 30
Full Moon and Spiders - Sept 21
New Moon and Crows - Nov 9
Whirlwind: Art in Motion
Saturday, November 10, 2018 (All day) Overland Park, KSApril 21, 2018 is Opening Day of Whirlwind: Art in Motion, a kinetic art exhibit at the Overland Park Arboretum. Kinetic art is a unique art form...
MoreWhirlwind: Art in Motion
Saturday, November 17, 2018 (All day) Overland Park, KSApril 21, 2018 is Opening Day of Whirlwind: Art in Motion, a kinetic art exhibit at the Overland Park Arboretum. Kinetic art is a unique art form...
MoreLuminary Walk
Friday, November 23, 2018 - 5:00pm to 9:00pm Overland Park, KSStroll down candlelit trails through the gardens and woods at the 19th annual Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens' Holiday Luminary...
MoreWhirlwind: Art in Motion
Saturday, November 24, 2018 (All day) Overland Park, KSApril 21, 2018 is Opening Day of Whirlwind: Art in Motion, a kinetic art exhibit at the Overland Park Arboretum. Kinetic art is a unique art form...
MoreLuminary Walk
Saturday, November 24, 2018 - 5:00pm to 9:00pm Overland Park, KSStroll down candlelit trails through the gardens and woods at the 19th annual Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens' Holiday Luminary...
MoreLuminary Walk
Friday, November 30, 2018 - 5:00pm to 9:00pm Overland Park, KSStroll down candlelit trails through the gardens and woods at the 19th annual Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens' Holiday Luminary...
MoreWhirlwind: Art in Motion
Saturday, December 1, 2018 (All day) Overland Park, KSApril 21, 2018 is Opening Day of Whirlwind: Art in Motion, a kinetic art exhibit at the Overland Park Arboretum. Kinetic art is a unique art form...
MoreLuminary Walk
Saturday, December 1, 2018 - 5:00pm to 9:00pm Overland Park, KSStroll down candlelit trails through the gardens and woods at the 19th annual Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens' Holiday Luminary...
MoreLuminary Walk
Friday, December 7, 2018 - 5:00pm to 9:00pm Overland Park, KSStroll down candlelit trails through the gardens and woods at the 19th annual Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens' Holiday Luminary...
MoreWhirlwind: Art in Motion
Saturday, December 8, 2018 (All day) Overland Park, KSApril 21, 2018 is Opening Day of Whirlwind: Art in Motion, a kinetic art exhibit at the Overland Park Arboretum. Kinetic art is a unique art form...
MoreLuminary Walk
Saturday, December 8, 2018 - 5:00pm to 9:00pm Overland Park, KSStroll down candlelit trails through the gardens and woods at the 19th annual Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens' Holiday Luminary...
MoreWhirlwind: Art in Motion
Saturday, December 15, 2018 (All day) Overland Park, KSApril 21, 2018 is Opening Day of Whirlwind: Art in Motion, a kinetic art exhibit at the Overland Park Arboretum. Kinetic art is a unique art form...
MoreWhirlwind: Art in Motion
Saturday, December 22, 2018 (All day) Overland Park, KSApril 21, 2018 is Opening Day of Whirlwind: Art in Motion, a kinetic art exhibit at the Overland Park Arboretum. Kinetic art is a unique art form...
MoreWhirlwind: Art in Motion
Saturday, December 29, 2018 (All day) Overland Park, KSApril 21, 2018 is Opening Day of Whirlwind: Art in Motion, a kinetic art exhibit at the Overland Park Arboretum. Kinetic art is a unique art form...
MoreFirst Day Hike Tuttle Creek State Park
Tuesday, January 1, 2019 - 10:00am to 12:00pm Manhattan, KSJoin us for a First Day Hike on January 1 to burn off those extra Holiday pounds! Hike will be approximately 2 miles and very family friendly. No...
MoreOrienteering at Slough Creek (Perry Lake)
Saturday, March 30, 2019 - 11:00am to 3:00pm Ozawkie, KSOrienteering is a navigation race using a special topographic map to find markers we have placed in the woods. No route is marked, you choose...
MoreTrails That Connect Us - Open House
Friday, April 26, 2019 - 5:00pm to 8:00pm Lawrence, KSJOIN FREE STATE FOR “TRAILS THAT CONNECT US”
Friday April 26th 5-8PM *** Free State Brewing Co. 1923 Moodie Road, Lawrence, KS
...
MoreRoving Interpretation at The Great Plains Nature Center
Tuesday, May 14, 2019 - 10:00am , KSBe on the lookout!
Each week our staff will hit the trails with a roving program cart equipped with artifacts, fun, and maybe even live...
Roving Interpretation at The Great Plains Nature Center
Tuesday, May 21, 2019 - 10:00am , KSBe on the lookout!
Each week our staff will hit the trails with a roving program cart equipped with artifacts, fun, and maybe even live...
Roving Interpretation at The Great Plains Nature Center
Tuesday, May 28, 2019 - 10:00am , KSBe on the lookout!
Each week our staff will hit the trails with a roving program cart equipped with artifacts, fun, and maybe even live...
Roving Interpretation at The Great Plains Nature Center
Tuesday, June 4, 2019 - 10:00am , KSBe on the lookout!
Each week our staff will hit the trails with a roving program cart equipped with artifacts, fun, and maybe even live...
River Fest Veterans Memorial Walk
Tuesday, June 4, 2019 - 5:30pm Wichita, KSTeam Red, White and Blue will lead a walk to visit Wichita’s Veteran’s Park where statues and sculptures honor the brave men and women who have...
MoreRoving Interpretation at The Great Plains Nature Center
Tuesday, June 11, 2019 - 10:00am , KSBe on the lookout!
Each week our staff will hit the trails with a roving program cart equipped with artifacts, fun, and maybe even live...
Roving Interpretation at The Great Plains Nature Center
Tuesday, June 18, 2019 - 10:00am , KSBe on the lookout!
Each week our staff will hit the trails with a roving program cart equipped with artifacts, fun, and maybe even live...
Roving Interpretation at The Great Plains Nature Center
Tuesday, June 25, 2019 - 10:00am , KSBe on the lookout!
Each week our staff will hit the trails with a roving program cart equipped with artifacts, fun, and maybe even live...
Roving Interpretation at The Great Plains Nature Center
Tuesday, July 2, 2019 - 10:00am , KSBe on the lookout!
Each week our staff will hit the trails with a roving program cart equipped with artifacts, fun, and maybe even live...
Let's Repay 5k- a benefit fun run for the Governor's Trails
Saturday, August 10, 2019 - 8:00amLet's Repay 5k is a fun run/walk to benefit the Kansas Trails Council and MacLennan Park (the Governor's mansion trails). It will be...
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Saturday, September 28, 2019 - 9:00am Eudora, KSThe Great Kaw Adventure Race is an orienteering based, cognitive, and physical challenge event. Challenges could be trivia about Eudora's...
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Wednesday, January 1, 2020 - 9:00am , KSGet the new year started off right and join us on New Year's Day for the Hangover Half Marathon and 5K at the Villages of Seville at 133rd...
MoreWichita Riverfest
Friday, May 29, 2020 (All day) to Saturday, June 6, 2020 (All day) , KSA week of art, 5k and 10k runs, parade, classic car show, music and fun along the river in downtown Wichita
More2021 Sunflower State Games
Thursday, July 9, 2020 - 8:00am to Sunday, July 18, 2021 - 8:00pm Topeka, KS2021 Sunflower State Games
Name: 2021 Sunflower State Games
Date: July 9-18
Location: Topeka, KS
Website: sunflowergames....
Sunflower State Games Track & Field
Friday, July 9, 2021 - 1:30pm to Saturday, July 10, 2021 - 11:00pm Topeka, KSJoin the Sunflower State Games in celebrating 30 years in 2019 by going for the Gold in Track and Field. Visit our website at sunflowergames.com...
MoreSunflower State Games 5k/10k Cauldron Run
Saturday, July 10, 2021 - 8:00am Topeka, KSJoin the Sunflower State Games in celebrating 30 years in 2019 by going for the Gold in the 5k/10k Cauldron Run. Visit our website at...
MoreKansas Senior Games Race Walk
Sunday, September 12, 2021 - 7:30am Topeka, KSEvents include 1500 Meter and 5000 Meter. Visit our website at www.sunflowergames.com for complete...
MoreKansas Senior Games Track & Field
Sunday, September 12, 2021 - 8:00am Topeka, KSLimit of 7 events. Visit our website at www.sunflowergames.com for complete event details and to...
MoreKansas Senior Games Road Race
Sunday, September 19, 2021 (All day) Topeka, KSEvents include 5k and 10k. Visit our website at www.sunflowergames.com for complete event details and...
MoreThe Great Kaw Adventure Race
Saturday, September 25, 2021 - 9:00am to 2:00pm Eudora, KSParticipants will be required to navigate to waypoints and challenges to retrieve important artifacts. To acquire these artifacts, an action will...
MoreCoronado Heights Run
Saturday, October 15, 2022 - 6:00am to 9:30am Lindsborg, KSThe 15K is composed of a flat, scenic country-road course with Coronado Heights hill (1 mile running distance up a circular, rugged road) at the...
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