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Mildale Farm & Open Park
Tuesday, October 14, 2014 - 9:00am to Saturday, October 25, 2014 - 4:00pm Edgerton, KSJohnson County Parks and Recreation along side CopsnBobbers invite you to a day of hiking, campfire activities, pumpkin carving and wagon rides....
MoreHike 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-...
MoreWinter Changes - How do animals adapt to cold weather?
Friday, December 19, 2014 - 2:00pm to 3:30pm Topeka, KSTrees, reptiles, butterflies, and bees all have different winter habits. Learn how changes in the environment affect living things and investigate...
MoreHike of the Week - Kansas Children's Discovery Center
Saturday, December 20, 2014 (All day) Topeka, KSFamilies and children can explore KCDC's forest and enjoy all the wonders of nature in an intimate, safe environment. Observe the native...
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...
MoreWalking Tour Tribute to VP Charles Curtis
Sunday, January 25, 2015 - 12:00pm to 4:00pm Topeka, KSWalking Tour followed by program and reception celebrating the birthday anniversary of Congressman, Senator, Vice-President Charles Curtis. The...
MoreWinter Tree ID Walk
Saturday, February 21, 2015 - 1:00pm to 3:00pm Topeka, KSLearn to identify trees with only buds, twigs, and bark as clues. We will walk the many trails through the Oak-Hickory woods of Dornwood Park....
MoreFebruary 28th 2015 Hike with the Eagles!
Saturday, February 28, 2015 - 10:00am to 3:00pm , KSA chilly but scenic time to hike, February is THE prime time to see American Bald Eagles in their natural habitat – right here in Kansas! We will...
MorePerry Lake Hiking Trail - Spring Maintenance Outing
Saturday, March 14, 2015 - 9:00am to 3:45pm Oskaloosa, KSWe'll be working on improving part of this 30-mile trail. Bring a lunch, water, and bow saws or loppers if you have them (we do have extra...
MoreBirding for a Life Long Adventure
Saturday, March 28, 2015 - 10:00am to 12:00pm Overland Park, KSDr. Seibel will be back again for this informative talk about bird watching and identification.
MoreCedar Crest Woodland Wildflower Walk
Tuesday, April 7, 2015 - 6:00pm to 8:00pm Topeka, KSExplore the woods at MacLennan Park (Cedar Crest). These oak-hickory woods have an abundance of native woodland wildflowers. We will hike on the...
MoreWoodland Wildflower Walk
Saturday, April 11, 2015 - 10:00am to 12:00pm Overland Park, KSJoin our expert, Lynda Ochs, as you walk through the woodlands at the Arboretum to see the vast selection of native wildflowers in bloom. Please...
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...
MoreOld Military Trail Wildflower Walk
Saturday, April 18, 2015 - 1:00pm to 3:00pm , KSIn the past we have seen Trout Lilies, Dutchman's Breeches, Mayapples, Jack in the Pulpit, Bladdernut Shrubs and more.
For more...
MoreHillsdale State Park Open House
Saturday, April 25, 2015 (All day) Paola, KSHillsdale State Park is hosting their annual Open House April 25th from 8:00 am - 12:00 pm.
Come tour the Jayhawk Marina, join the Skeet...
Webster State Park Open House
Saturday, April 25, 2015 (All day) Stockton, KSThe Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism announced that all state parks will hold an Open House on Saturday April 25th, 2015. There...
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...
MoreTimberRidge Adventure Center Open House
Saturday, April 25, 2015 - 9:00am to 3:30pm Olathe, KSIf you have not seen TimberRidge Adventure Center yet, now is your chance! During our annual Open House, choose from several activities: canoeing...
MoreOK 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...
Prairie Spirit Trail State Park Open House- Ottawa Depot
Saturday, April 25, 2015 - 11:00am to 3:00pm Ottawa, KSState Park Open House.
Trail Support organizations will have exhibits as well as free snacks through the lunch hour.
A good chance...
MoreO.K. Kids Day at Pittsburg
Saturday, May 2, 2015 - 7:30am to 2:00pm Pittsburg, KSWhat a full day of fun with the family! Start with a fishing derby and then enjoy the other 18 activities scheduled through the day. Slow down...
MoreKNPS Spring Board Meeting & Outing
Saturday, May 2, 2015 - 2:00pm to 4:00pm Hiawatha, KSThe Spring board meeting will be held at the The Klinefelter Barn located on Highland Community College's Klinefelter Farm. The barn was...
MoreDiscover Salina Naturally
Sunday, May 3, 2015 - 11:00am to 4:00pm Salina, KSDiscover Salina is a unique, free, yearly event that achieves three goals; it introduces young families to local history, children to nature and...
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...
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...
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....
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...
MoreGrant-Bradbury Prairie Walk
Thursday, June 25, 2015 - 6:30pm to 8:30pm Topeka, KSJoin KNPS for the 13th Annual walk at Grant-Bradbury Prairie Park. This 80-acre tallgrass prairie contains over 300 plant species. On this tour,...
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...
More12th Annual O.K. Kids Day - Clinton State Park
Saturday, August 8, 2015 - 9:00am to 9:00pm Lawrence, KSSpend your day with family and friends at Clinton State Park! It's a great time, it's so easy and it's free! The event and...
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...
MoreLawrence Trail Hawks / Birthday Fun Run
Saturday, August 15, 2015 - 7:00am to 5:00pm Lawrence, KSMembers only trail run put on by the Lawrence Trail Hawks.
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...
MoreNorth Central KS Outdoor Youth Fair
Saturday, September 12, 2015 - 9:00am to 3:00pm Osborne, KSSponsored by the Osborne County PF Chapter, Osborne Gun Club, KDWPT, Nex-Tech, and Keith Hahn Memorial, this event is open to kids 17 and younger...
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...
MoreO.K. Kids Day on the Trail
Saturday, September 19, 2015 - 9:00am to 12:00pm Topeka, KSSpend the day on the nature trail completing one activity after another! Practice reel casting, learn to shoot a bb gun and use a compass. Stop...
MoreFull Moon Walk
Friday, September 25, 2015 - 7:00pm to 10:00pm Overland Park, KSThe full moon will light the paths. Star gazing, night time sights and sounds, bring the family and flashlights. No pre-registration necessary....
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...
BLUE CROSS BLUE SHIELD FREE PARK ENTRY DAY
Saturday, September 26, 2015 (All day) Paola, KSPlease join us at Hillsdale State Park on Saturday, September 26th for a Free Park Entry Day sponsored by Blue Cross Blue Shield. No vehicle...
MoreOrienteering 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...
MoreOf Earth and Sky: Plein Air Painting in the Flint Hills (oils) with John Hulsey
Sunday, October 18, 2015 - 9:00am to 5:00pm Manhattan, KSFHDC Members: $115 | Non-Members: $125
Painting outdoors, or plein air painting, has become extremely popular again and many of the top...
Sanders 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...
MoreA Little History
Thursday, November 26, 2015 (All day) to Sunday, November 29, 2015 (All day) , KSFor a short history lesson and a relaxing hike, begin at the Constant Park parking lot near downtown Lawrence where you can read about the history...
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...
MoreHike with the Eagles!
Saturday, February 13, 2016 - 12:30pm to 5:00pm LECOMPTON, KSJoin us for the 2nd Annual Eagle Hike on Saturday February 13th!
We will be meeting at an INDOOR location in Historic Lecompton where we...
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-...
More8 MILES OF MARCH MADNESS
Saturday, March 5, 2016 (All day) OZAWKIE, KSIt's that time of year, it could be cold and snowy or it could be springy and vaguely warm so obviously we should take a hike!! This will be...
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...
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...
MoreGeoArboretum
Thursday, March 17, 2016 - 10:00am to 12:00pm 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...
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...
MorePomona State Park Easter Egg Hunt
Saturday, March 26, 2016 - 10:00am to 3:00pm Vassar, KSPomona State Park will host their annual Easter Egg Hunt at the Southwind Shelter House on Saturday, March 26, 2016. Food Vendors will be on site...
More8 MORE MILES
Saturday, April 2, 2016 (All day) , KSSOLD OUT!!!!! CHECK dirtygirladventures.net and the dirtyshop for details on other activities.
JOIN THE DIRTY GIRLS ON ANOTHER 8 MILE...
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...
MoreSpring Wildflower Walk
Thursday, April 14, 2016 - 1:00pm to 2:30pm Paola, KSKen O’Dell will lead an exploration of the 1.5 mile ‘Hidden Spring Nature Trail” (Yes, there is a hidden spring!). While the terrain is steep in...
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...
MoreCheney Lake Association O.K. Kids Day
Saturday, April 23, 2016 - 9:00am to 4:00pm Cheney State Park, KSTake the kids and enjoy a day at Cheney State Park. The Park's fisheries biologist will present common types of fish and other wildlife...
MoreGeoArboretum
Saturday, April 23, 2016 - 10:00am to 12:00pm 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...
MoreDOWN AND DIRTY FAMILY FRIENDLY HIKE
Saturday, May 7, 2016 (All day) , KSJOIN THE DIRTY GIRLS FOR A FAMILY FRIENDLY HIKE AT LAKE PERRY! WE WILL COMPLETE A 3 MILE HIKE, AND THIS EVENT IS APPROPRIATE FOR PEOPLE OF ALL...
MoreCamp Wood YMCA Centennial Celebration
Saturday, May 7, 2016 - 10:00am to 5:00pm Elmdale, KSCamp Wood YMCA Centennial: Celebrating 100 Summers
Saturday, May 7th, 2016 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (lunch provided)
Join us for a free...
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...
MoreCamp Wood YMCA Memorial Day Family Camp
Friday, May 27, 2016 - 4:00pm to Sunday, May 29, 2016 - 1:00pm Elmdale, KSGive the T.V. a break, pack up the kids, and head to Camp Wood YMCA for the family vacation of a lifetime.
For three days over Memorial and...
MoreGeoArboretum
Saturday, June 4, 2016 - 10:00am to 12:00pm 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...
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...
MoreInternational Forest of Friendship Induction Ceremonies
Saturday, June 18, 2016 - 9:00am to 11:00am Atchison, KSEach year in June the Forest inducts honorees, honoring those who have, or still are, contributing to all facets of aviation and aerospace....
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...
MoreWildflowers and Butterflies National Park Service Centennial Celebration
Saturday, June 18, 2016 - 9:00am to Sunday, June 19, 2016 - 4:00pm Strong City, KSThis special Park Service centennial weekend will focus on prairie wildflowers and the butterflies that they attract. Presentations include...
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...
MINDFUL MILES
Tuesday, June 21, 2016 - 6:15pm to 8:15pm , KSDURING THIS SPECIAL EVENT, THE DIRTY GIRLS WILL COACH YOU ON ACTIVE MINDFULNESS, AND ENGAGE YOU IN AN EXPERIENCE TO HELP YOU LEARN HOW TO BE MORE...
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...
FREE Entry Day at Clinton State Park
Saturday, August 13, 2016 (All day) Lawrence, KSEnjoy the State Park without purchasing a daily vehicle permit TODAY!
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...
MoreDirty Girl Camp Weekend
Friday, September 23, 2016 - 7:30pm to Sunday, September 25, 2016 - 12:45pm Council Grove , KSWE'RE GOING TO CAMP! Remember going to camp when you were a kid? Bunk beds, dining hall, campfires and s'mores? Yep, this retreat will...
MoreGeoArboretum
Saturday, October 8, 2016 - 10:00am to 12:00pm 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...
MoreDirty Girls Go All the Way (on the Lake Perry Trail - 29 miles) Half-way options available
Saturday, October 22, 2016 (All day) to Sunday, October 23, 2016 (All day) , KSIt's time to HIKE!
The Perry Lake Trail is 29 miles of back country hiking including steep and rocky inclines and declines. Terrain is...
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...
MoreGLOW OUTSIDE #optoutside ON BLACK FRIDAY
Friday, November 25, 2016 - 5:30pm to 8:15pm , KSThis Black Friday why not do something different? It's the day after Thanksgiving, isn't that a great day to #OptOutside? Join Dirty...
MoreHike at Konza Prairie
Sunday, December 11, 2016 - 1:00pm to 5:00pm Manhattan, FLHey everyone.
I know I lead this same trip all the time, but Konza really is one of the best ways to show people how pretty the flint hills...
First Day Hike, Tuttle Creek State Park
Sunday, January 1, 2017 - 4:00pm to 6:00pm Manhattan, KSMeet at State Park Office January 1, 2017 for a First Day Hike at 4pm to 6PM. Wear weather appropriate clothing, water, binoculars, light,...
MorePerry Lake Hiking Trail Maintenance
Saturday, January 28, 2017 - 9:15am to 3:30pm Oskaloosa, KSMeeting Time:
9:15 am
Working Time:
9:30 am to about 3:30 pm, with 1/2 hour or so for lunch.
Bring: Lunch, snacks, water...
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...
MoreTuttle Trek
Saturday, February 18, 2017 - 12:45pm to 3:00pm Manhattan, KSParticipants will go on a guided hike thru the park. Meet at State Park Office. State Park vehicle permit required. Bring comfortable hiking...
MoreThunder Ridge 3 Mile Hike
Saturday, March 4, 2017 - 8:30am to 12:00pm Ozawkie, KSJoin the Dirty Girls for a beautiful hike through the woods near Lake Perry. We will hike about 3 miles, with some steep and rocky terrain.
... More8 Miles of March Madness
Saturday, March 11, 2017 - 8:30am to 1:00pm , KS3/11 – 8 Miles of March Madness Check in at 8:30.
Event from 9 – 1pm
$40 regular $30 member
Join us to hike 8 Miles on the...
MoreTuttle Trek
Saturday, March 18, 2017 - 12:15pm to 3:00pm Manhattan, KSAmeriCorps members will lead a guided hike through the park. At the conclusion, a craft item will be built.
MoreFool's Day Hike
Saturday, April 1, 2017 - 8:30am to 12:00pm Lawrence, KS4/1 – Fool’s Day Hike Check in at 8:30.
Event from approximately 9 – 12. $40 regular $30 member
Join us to hike the 5 mile Fitch...
MoreTuttle Trek - Fossil Hike
Saturday, April 15, 2017 - 12:45pm to 3:00pm Manhattan, KSAmeriCorps members will take participants on a guided fossil hike in the Tuttle Canyons Area.
MoreNational River Cleanup - Big Blue River
Saturday, April 15, 2017 - 9:00pm to 11:30pm Manhattan, KSVolunteers being sought to help clean up trash along Big Blue River. Event is sponsored by Tuttle Creek State Park, americanrivers.org and...
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...
MorePrairie Day at the Kansas Children's Discovery Center
Saturday, April 29, 2017 - 11:00am to 3:00pm Topeka, KSCelebrate the prairie on Saturday, April 29th! Explore the trails in the prairie while completing a scavenger hunt. Talk with experts about...
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...
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....
MoreKids Fishing Derby with the Clinton State Parks Fishing’s Future Chapter
Saturday, May 6, 2017 - 10:00am to 12:00pm Lawrence, KSRESCHEDULED FROM 4/22/17 - NOW 5/6/17
KDWPT/ Clinton State Park chapter of Fishing’s Future will host a Kid’s Fishing Derby on May 6, 2017...
Discover Salina Naturally
Sunday, May 7, 2017 - 11:00am to 4:00pm , KSMeet a pioneer or mountain man
Talk to a buffalo hunter
See a sophisticated telescope and view
the surface of the sun
...
National 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...
MoreJr Campers Club
Saturday, May 27, 2017 - 9:00am to 11:00am Ellis, KSJoin us at Cedar Bluff for our special group for grade school kids! We will have many outdoor adventures this summer. This includes a fishing...
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...
MorePlein Air Painting on Coyote Trail @ Webster State Park
Saturday, June 3, 2017 - 8:30am to 3:00pm Stockton, KYContract Sherry Robinson 785-302-0030 or Annette Overlease 785-871-7196 for additional information.
MoreDillon Nature Center/Wal-mart O.K. Kids Fishing Day
Saturday, June 3, 2017 - 9:00am to 11:00am Hutchinson, KSThis is a wonderful opportunity for the family to spend the day together fishing and enjoying nature. Door prizes and lunch provided.
MoreJr Campers Club
Saturday, June 3, 2017 - 9:00am to 11:00am Ellis, KSJoin us at Cedar Bluff for our special group for grade school kids! We will have many outdoor adventures this summer. This includes a fishing...
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...
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Saturday, June 17, 2017 - 9:00am to 11:00am Ellis, KSJoin us at Cedar Bluff for our special group for grade school kids! We will have many outdoor adventures this summer. This includes a fishing...
MoreJr Campers Club
Saturday, July 1, 2017 - 9:00am to 11:00am Ellis, KSJoin us at Cedar Bluff for our special group for grade school kids! We will have many outdoor adventures this summer. This includes a fishing...
MoreKansas Children's Discovery Center
Saturday, July 8, 2017 - 1:00pm to 2:00pm Topeka, KSIt's time for a scavenger hunt! Join us in our Outdoor Classroom as we navigate through nature. It's sure to be Serious Fun! At 1 pm at...
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Saturday, July 15, 2017 - 9:00am to 11:00am Ellis, KSJoin us at Cedar Bluff for our special group for grade school kids! We will have many outdoor adventures this summer. This includes a fishing...
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Saturday, July 29, 2017 - 9:00am to 11:00am Ellis, KSJoin us at Cedar Bluff for our special group for grade school kids! We will have many outdoor adventures this summer. This includes a fishing...
MoreJr Campers Club
Saturday, August 19, 2017 - 9:00am to 11:00am Ellis, KSJoin us at Cedar Bluff for our special group for grade school kids! We will have many outdoor adventures this summer. This includes a fishing...
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...
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...
MoreEl Dorado State Park O.K.Kids Day
Wednesday, October 4, 2017 - 9:00am to Saturday, October 7, 2017 - 3:00pm El Dorado, KSTake the family to El Dorado State Park for a day filled with fun for all! Thanks to KDWPT and their many partners, you will be guided through...
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.
MorePerry Lake Hiking Trail Maintenance
Saturday, October 28, 2017 - 9:15am to 3:45pm Oskaloosa, KSWe'll be working on improving part of this 30-mile trail. Bring a lunch, water, and bow saws or loppers if you have them (we do have extra...
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...
MoreTuttle Treasure Trail
Friday, November 24, 2017 (All day) to Monday, November 27, 2017 (All day) Manhattan, KSIf you want to avoid the Friday after Thanksgiving crowds come to Tuttle Creek State Park on Friday for Free Entrance day and #optoutdoors. The...
MoreFirst Day Hike at Perry State Park
Monday, January 1, 2018 - 9:00am to 11:00am , KSThis event is sponsored by Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks Perry State Park. DGA will be helping with the annual First Day Hike at Perry...
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Monday, January 1, 2018 - 9:00am to 12:00pm Ellis, KSStart 2018 right with a guided hike! Join Park Manager Steve Seibel for hike on our Agave Ridge Trail. The guided hike will start at 9 am at the...
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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...
MoreWednesday with Wine! Stories of Backcountry Hiking in Alaska
Wednesday, January 17, 2018 - 6:00pm to 8:00pm Ozawkie, KSJoin Dirty Girl Adventures at the Crooked Post Winery for the first in the Wednesday's with Wine series of 2018! We will hear from Dirty Girl...
MoreEagle Hike
Saturday, February 10, 2018 (All day) , KSJoin us for our annual Eagle Hike along the Perry Lake Trail. We will hope to observe some American Bald Eagles as we hike. General information...
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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
40th 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.
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MorePerry Lake Hiking Trail Maintenance - Perry KS
Saturday, March 10, 2018 - 9:15am to 3:15pm Oskaloosa, KSWe'll be working on improving part of this 30-mile trail. Bring a lunch, water, and bow saws or loppers if you have them (we do have extra)....
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...
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
Wildflower 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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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
The 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
MoreTri-Trail Event on the Flint Hills Nature Trail
Saturday, October 20, 2018 (All day) Vassar, KSForm team for a 14-mi bike ride/3-mi run/14-mi horse ride along the Flint Hills Nature Trail, Osage County. Pre-register to guarantee a spot....
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
Perry Lake Hiking Trail Reroute Workdays
Saturday, November 10, 2018 - 9:00am to Sunday, November 11, 2018 - 5:00pm , KSMark your calendars! We're tackling a trail reroute on the weekend of November 10-11. This will address a problem stream crossing near...
MoreOrienteering at Rockhaven
Tuesday, January 1, 2019 - 11:00am to 1:45pm Lawrence, KSOrienteering is a navigation race through the woods. We will give you a topographical map with checkpoints marked on it; you find the best way to...
MoreFull Wolf Night Hike
Friday, January 25, 2019 - 7:00pm to 8:00pm Manhattan, KSTuttle Creek State Park hosting a guided winter night hike on January 25, 2019 7pm - 8pm. The January full moon is a few days prior to the hike...
MoreOrienteering at Rockcrusher
Saturday, February 16, 2019 - 11:30am to 1:00pm Lawrence, KSOrienteering is a navigation race. This is not the compass and pace exercise you did in Scouts! Instead, you are given a detailed topo map with...
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...
MorePerry Lake Hiking Trail Maintenance - Perry KS
Sunday, March 31, 2019 (All day) , KSUPDATE: The March 30/31 Maintenance Outing has changed to Sunday March 31 only, due to weather and trail conditions. Still meeting a Longview Park...
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
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MoreSpringtime Strolls & Splashes
Saturday, April 27, 2019 - 8:30am to Sunday, April 28, 2019 - 5:00pm OFallon, IL4 Walks and 3 Swims with the Sunflower Sod Stompers Walking Club, Topeka, KS. Each event will cost $3. The weather is beautiful and it is time to...
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...
MoreThe Great Kaw Adventure Race
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...
MorePerry Lake Hiking Trail - Flood Debris Cleanup
Saturday, October 19, 2019 (All day) , KSPerry Lake reached a new record over 921' lake elevation set on May 29. Many parts of Perry Lake Hiking Trail have been underwater for...
MorePerry Lake Hiking Trail - Maintenance Outing
Saturday, October 19, 2019 - 9:15am to 3:15pm , KSMaintenance outing: 10/19/19, 9:15am
Where: Old Military Trail (OMT) group camp area entrance/parking lot.
As of today, Perry Lake...
Perry Lake Hiking Trail - Flood Debris Cleanup
Saturday, November 2, 2019 (All day) , KSPerry Lake reached a new record over 921' lake elevation set on May 29. Many parts of Perry Lake Hiking Trail have been underwater for...
MorePerry Lake Hiking Trail - Flood Debris Cleanup
Saturday, November 16, 2019 (All day) , KSPerry Lake reached a new record over 921' lake elevation set on May 29. Many parts of Perry Lake Hiking Trail have been underwater for...
MoreSolstice Hike
Saturday, December 21, 2019 - 4:30pm to 8:30pm Topeka, KSThis night hike will celebrate the longest night of the year with glow sticks and headlamps!
The Winter Solstice is traditionally a time to...
MoreOrienteering for Women
Saturday, January 11, 2020 - 10:00am to 12:00pm , KSFun and challenge all wrapped up in one!
Learn about orienteering at the Clinton Overlook
It’s free! Bring a friend and try it...
Intermediate Orienteering
Saturday, January 25, 2020 - 10:00am to 12:00pm , KSIntermediate Orienteering Training
Learn a little bit more about orienteering
Hands on instruction and real world practice
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Possom Trot Orienteering at Lexington Lake
Saturday, March 21, 2020 (All day) , KSOrienteering around Lexington Lake Park in DeSoto
Intro - (2k) You will march through grassland and follow trails. There are also two...
Outdoors Activities During Covid-19
Thursday, October 1, 2020 (All day) , KSDue to Covid-19, most organized outdoor activities have either been canceled or postponed to a later date. The GetOutdoorsKansas team encourages...
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...
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