From the High Plains in the west to the Flint Hills in the east, Kansas has a little bit of everything for sportsmen and women. With over 250 public lakes and reservoirs, anglers of all kinds will find what they are looking for in the Sunflower State and those same lakes can be a waterfowlers dream. Iconic species of the state include the aforementioned ducks and geese, world-renowned white-tail deer, and beautiful pheasant and prairie chicken. The state is home to a rich history, from the bounty of the buffalo to frontier towns and historic landmarks. Additionally, Kansas hosts the Tallgrass Prairie National Preserve, the largest piece of tallgrass prairie on earth.
For more information on the elected officials protecting and promoting the sportsmen’s traditions in Kansas, please contact:
Kansas State Caucus Fact Sheet
Congressional Sportsmen’s Caucus
Vice-Chair: Senator
Roger Marshall
Senator
Jerry Moran
Representative
Sharice Davids
Representative
Ron Estes
Representative
Tracey Mann
Kansas Legislative Sportsmen’s Caucus Leadership
Senator
Rick Billinger
Senator
Mike Petersen
Representative
Will Carpenter
Representative
Ken Corbet
News Alerts
May 28 2024
Kansas Commission Restructuring Bill Signed by Governor
Why It Matters: The Kansas Wildlife and Parks Commission will soon be experiencing changes...
May 06 2024
Commission Restructuring Bill Gains Momentum During Kansas’ Veto Session
Why It Matters: Throughout Kansas’ legislative session, several attempts were made to alter the...
Jun 20 2023
Free Fishing Weekends Across Midwest Provide Quality Opportunities to Experience the Outdoors
Why It Matters: Though license fees are often among the more affordable items needed...
Apr 24 2023
Two Bills to Watch as the Veto Session Looms in Kansas
Why It Matters: As the Kansas State Legislature adjourned for an extended break prior...
Feb 13 2023
Action Packed Sessions Continue Across Lower Midwest
Why It Matters: As state legislatures continue to consider a variety of legislation across...
Jan 30 2023
CSF Recommends Amendments to Disabled Veterans License Exemption Bill in Kansas
Why It Matters: Efforts to grant license discounts or waivers for certain demographics are...
Nov 07 2022
Youth Deer Seasons and the Importance of Recruiting the Next Generation
Why It Matters: To ensure the longevity of the American System of Conservation Funding...
Apr 04 2022
Investing in a Lifetime of Enjoyment, Youth Lifetime License Bill Passes in Kansas
Contact: Kent Keene, Assistant Manager, Lower Midwestern States and Agriculture PolicyWhy it Matters: As...
Mar 07 2022
Youth Lifetime License Bill Passes House, Gains Community Support
Contact: Kent Keene, Assistant Manager, Lower Midwestern States and Agriculture PolicyWhy It Matters: The...
Dec 06 2021
Lifetime License for Youth Sportsmen Introduced in Kansas
Contact: Kent Keene, Senior Coordinator, Lower Midwestern States and Agriculture PolicyHighlightsWhy It Matters: Prior...
Jun 07 2021
CSF Supports Pro-Hunter Regulations in Kansas, Nebraska
Contact: Kent Keene, Senior Coordinator, Lower Midwestern States and Agriculture PolicyHighlightsWhy it matters: While...
Aug 31 2020
Commission Approves the Use of Nighttime Coyote Hunting Technologies in Kansas
Contact: Kent Keene, Lower Midwestern States CoordinatorDuring their August meeting, members of the Kansas...
Jun 29 2020
Kansas: CSF Submits Letter of Support for Newly Proposed Kansas Coyote Nighttime Hunting Regulations
Contact: Kent Keene, Lower Midwestern States CoordinatorOn June 25, members of the Kansas Wildlife,...
May 06 2019
Kansas: Sportsmen’s Caucus Hosts Sporting Clays Challenge
Contact: Kent Keene, Lower Midwestern States CoordinatorOn April 30, the Kansas Legislative Sportsmen’s Caucus...
Nov 19 2018
Kansas: Sportsmen’s Caucus Hosts Annual Pheasant Hunt
By Chris Horton, Senior Director, Midwestern States and Fisheries ProgramOn November 13, members of...
Aug 31 2018
Kansas: Governor Hosts Proclamation Signing for National Hunting and Fishing Day
By Joel Hodgdon, Central Midwestern States CoordinatorOn August 24, Governors Sportsmen’s Caucus member Dr....
Jul 13 2018
Kansas: Stellar Hunting Safety During 2017 Seasons, Mirrors National Trends
By Joel Hodgdon, Central Midwestern States CoordinatorThe Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks, and Tourism...
Apr 27 2018
Kansas: Legislative Sportsmen’s Caucus Hosts 12th Annual Fishing Tournament and Sporting Clays Shoot
By Joel Hodgdon, Central Midwestern States CoordinatorOn April 23 and 24, the Kansas Legislative...
Apr 13 2018
Kansas: Governor Signs Bill Extending Controlled Shooting Area Season into Law
By Joel Hodgdon, Central Midwestern States CoordinatorOn April 4, Governors Sportsmen’s Caucus (GSC) Member...
Feb 08 2018
Kansas: Governor Colyer Takes Office, Joins Governors Sportsmen’s Caucus
On January 31, former Lieutenant Governor Dr. Jeff Colyer was sworn in as Kansas’s...
Nov 17 2017
Kansas: Caucus Hosts Annual Fall Pheasant Hunt
On November 14, the Kansas Legislative Sportsmen’s Caucus gathered at Ravenwood Lodge outside of...
Oct 05 2017
Kansas: Caucus Hosts Reception to Discuss In-State Sportsmen’s Issues
On October 4, the Kansas Legislative Sportsmen’s Caucus hosted a reception in advance of...
Aug 24 2017
Kansas: Governor Hosts National Hunting & Fishing Day Proclamation Signing Ceremony
On August 18, Governors Sportsmen’s Caucus (GSC) member Governor Sam Brownback hosted a proclamation...
May 11 2017
Kansas: House & Senate Passes Resolutions Commemorating 80th Anniversary of ASCF
On May 8, the Kansas House and Senate each passed a resolution in honor...
May 04 2017
Kansas: Legislative Sportsmen’s Caucus Hosts 11th Annual Fishing Tournament and Shoot
On April 27 and 28, members of the Kansas Legislative Sportsmen’s Caucus gathered with...
Apr 06 2017
Kansas: Legislative Sportsmen’s Caucus Hosts Reception
On April 4, the Kansas Legislative Sportsmen’s Caucus hosted a reception in Topeka, Kansas....
May 05 2016
Kansas Legislative Sportsmen’s Caucus Hosts 10th Annual Sportsmen’s Challenge
On April 25 - 26, the Kansas Legislative Sportsmen’s Caucus hosted the 10th Annual...
Mar 24 2016
Kansas: State Legislature Advances Right to Hunt and Fish to November Ballot
On March 22, the Kansas State Legislature took the final step towards sending a...
Jan 29 2015
Legislators Propose Constitutional Amendment to Guarantee Hunting Rights
The following release was provided by the Kansas Legislative Sportsmen’s Caucus:A bipartisan group of...
May 08 2014
Kansas Hosts 8th Annual Larry Magill Sportsmen’s Challenge
On April 28-29, the Kansas Legislative Sportsmen’s Caucus hosted the 8th Annual Larry Magill...
Latest policy updates
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Reports and Data
Mar 04 2024
Kansas: American System of Conservation Funding Fact Sheet
Kansas: American System of Conservation Funding Fact Sheet
Jan 01 2013
2013 Sportsmen's Economic Impact Report - Kansas
2013 Sportsmen’s Economic Impact Report - Kansas
Jan 01 2007
2006 Economic Impact Report — Kansas
Annual spending by Kansas sportsmen and women is more than the cash receipts for...
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