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10 Tips for Safely Riding ATVs

10 Tips for Safely Riding ATVs

ATVs—shorthand for “all terrain vehicles”—are one way to explore areas of land that you might not otherwise be able to…
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5 Amazing Dirt Motorcycle Trails in Kansas

5 Amazing Dirt Motorcycle Trails in Kansas

There’s something about throwing your leg over a dirt bike for a day of adventure that just really gets the adrenaline pumping. Nothing…
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5 Energizing Hikes in Kansas

5 Energizing Hikes in Kansas

Take some time away from your busy life to decompress among nature. Trekking your way through Kansas’ many delightfully picturesque hiking…
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The Essential Gear You Need When Riding ATVs

The Essential Gear You Need When Riding ATVs

ATVs are off-road vehicles, designed to allow access to trails and other hard-to-reach areas. The earliest designs from the 1970s were three-wheeled.…
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Have an Archery Party: Invite Your Friends to the Range for Some Fun!

Have an Archery Party: Invite Your Friends to the Range for Some Fun!

Coming up with a theme for a party can be tough. Do you go with an ’80s or ’90s theme? A TV show theme? A holiday theme? Why not do something…
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5 Beautiful Scenic Hikes in Kansas

5 Beautiful Scenic Hikes in Kansas

Whether you’re looking for a short hike or a challenging trek, Kansas abounds with scenic byways and breathtaking vistas. The most experienced…
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5 Great Hiking Trails in Kansas

5 Great Hiking Trails in Kansas

Pack up the family and get ready to immerse yourself in the natural magnificence of Kansas. With a tremendous amount of hiking trails waiting to be…
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Top 10 Tips for Camping Beginners

Top 10 Tips for Camping Beginners

Here’s the picture:  you’re sitting around a campfire, roasting weenies and telling ghost stories as the night closes in around you.…
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Setting up your campsite: Understanding the basics

Setting up your campsite: Understanding the basics

The end of the trail is near, at least for today. As you walk into your campsite and remove your pack from your back, the breeze feels good after a…
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The Necessities Every Camper Should Own

The Necessities Every Camper Should Own

Every time I go camping with friends, I learn a new trick or discover a piece of gear that makes life outdoors more comfortable. But there are some…
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10 EASY FISHING TIPS FOR BEGINNERS

10 EASY FISHING TIPS FOR BEGINNERS

For most of us, fishing conjures up images of a lazy day on the water, occasionally reeling in some finned beauties which are then proudly displayed…
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5 Awesome Campgrounds for Families in Kansas

5 Awesome Campgrounds for Families in Kansas

Pack up the family and get ready for a camping adventure. In Kansas, you’ll find a plethora of family-oriented campgrounds just waiting to be…
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5 Great Paddleboarding Spots in Kansas

5 Great Paddleboarding Spots in Kansas

There are some truly unique spots across Kansas to enjoy flatwater, stand-up paddleboarding. Whether you’re simply looking for a therapeutic…
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4 Cool Rock Climbing Spots in Kansas

4 Cool Rock Climbing Spots in Kansas

The rock climbing community is as vibrant and popular as ever. While you might not immediately expect it, Kansas is home to exciting rock climbing…
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5 Awesome RV Campsites in Kansas

5 Awesome RV Campsites in Kansas

In Kansas, you can find an excellent RV park to stop, stay, and enjoy time away with your family. RV parks are the perfect middle ground camping…
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5 Exhilarating Jet Skiing Spots in Kansas

5 Exhilarating Jet Skiing Spots in Kansas

It’s time to hit the waters for a day of adrenaline-charged excitement. From the wide bodies of water to the narrow fingers of the lake, jet…
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The Difference between an Archery Coach and Instructor

The Difference between an Archery Coach and Instructor

Archery is a sport that nearly knows no age. You can enjoy shooting a bow from childhood through your senior years. The archer skill-set is…
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5 Excellent Places for Beginners to Kayak in Kansas

5 Excellent Places for Beginners to Kayak in Kansas

If you’re looking for a paddle sport adventure, consider taking up kayaking to explore the lakes and rivers of Kansas. With the presence of a…
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10 Essential Pieces of Gear for Paddle-Sports Beginners

10 Essential Pieces of Gear for Paddle-Sports Beginners

Feeling ready to dip a paddle into some cool waters this summer?  Take your pick from kayaking, canoeing or stand-up paddleboarding….but…
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10 Best Bait and Tackle Shops in Kansas

10 Best Bait and Tackle Shops in Kansas

Nothing is more peaceful than casting out a line across your favorite lake and enjoying the calm sounds of nature while you wait for a fish to take…
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To Stabilize or Not to Stabilize?

To Stabilize or Not to Stabilize?

When you’re first starting archery, you’re bound to notice the many different accessories being used by the experienced archers at your range and the…
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5 Beautiful Backpack Camping Spots in Kansas

5 Beautiful Backpack Camping Spots in Kansas

It is time to pack up your backpack, throw it over your shoulder and explore the Kansas outdoor landscapes. As diverse and wonderful as the citizens,…
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Best Tips for Catching Spring Bass Right Now!

Best Tips for Catching Spring Bass Right Now!

Bass are America’s favorite sportfish and also the most accessible. Whether they’re the largemouth, spotted or smallmouth variety, bass…
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How to Prepare for a Canoe Camping Trip

How to Prepare for a Canoe Camping Trip

Canoe camping transforms a regular old camping trip into a more adventurous excursion, but it's pivotal to take the steps to properly prepare. You…
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This Year’s Best Turkey Loads for Spring Gobblers

This Year’s Best Turkey Loads for Spring Gobblers

Time was that hunters went after gobblers with No. 2 lead shot and whatever shotgun they owned. And for those just getting in to turkey hunting,…
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Bowhunting Turkeys: 6 Smart Ways to Prep Right Now

Bowhunting Turkeys: 6 Smart Ways to Prep Right Now

Last year’s turkey season treated me very well, with four longbeards falling to my arrows in three different states. A bit of luck certainly…
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5 Great Early-Spring Camping Destinations

5 Great Early-Spring Camping Destinations

Spring may be just around the corner, but many parts of the country are only now starting to thaw out from a long, cold winter. If you’re…
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Antler Hikes—A Fun, New Way to Day Hike with Kids

Antler Hikes—A Fun, New Way to Day Hike with Kids

Taking your family on an antler hike puts a new twist on spring day hikes and sharpens everyone’s abilities to observe what’s around them…
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Hiking—The 10 Best New Pieces of Gear for Spring Treks

Hiking—The 10 Best New Pieces of Gear for Spring Treks

Spring is finally here, which means sunshine and warmer temperatures aren’t far behind. But before you hit the trail for your first hike,…
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Camping—5 Amazing Destinations To Try Right Now

Camping—5 Amazing Destinations To Try Right Now

Now that spring is in the air and warmer temperatures are nearly upon us, it’s time to start thinking about that first camping excursion of the…
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How To Tap Into The Pre-Spawn Bass Bonanza

How To Tap Into The Pre-Spawn Bass Bonanza

Catching bass is never an easy proposition. As winter gradually morphs into early spring, however, it becomes less of a challenge. Dynamic changes…
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4 new ways to tag public-land turkeys right now

4 new ways to tag public-land turkeys right now

Hunters who consistently kill turkeys on public land each year have adapted their own set of tactics through trial and error. After five years of…
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5 Sneaky Ways To Fool Pressured Gobblers

5 Sneaky Ways To Fool Pressured Gobblers

Most turkey hunters will openly admit that every male turkey they encounter in spring is different. Just as no two hunts are the same, no two…
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Turkey Hunting—How to Get Started The Easy Way

Turkey Hunting—How to Get Started The Easy Way

Wild turkeys can be alternately the easiest and most available game animals to hunt and also the most elusive and diabolically maddening. They live…
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How to Charge Your Gadgets While Camping and Hiking

How to Charge Your Gadgets While Camping and Hiking

There once was a time when carrying electronic devices with us into the great outdoors was pretty much unthinkable. Fragile and expensive, such…
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Pack Your Backpack the Right Way in 5 Easy Steps

Pack Your Backpack the Right Way in 5 Easy Steps

Learning how to properly pack a backpack is a true art form that every outdoor enthusiast should master. Whether you’re heading into the…
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10 Tips For Going Ultralight on the Trail

10 Tips For Going Ultralight on the Trail

One of the hottest trends in hiking and backpacking over the past few years has been the shift toward going ultralight on the trail. Typically, this…
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Taking Your Dog on a Fishing Trip

Taking Your Dog on a Fishing Trip

It’s nice to have company along when you’re heading out for a day or two of fishing, and is there any better companionship than your dog?…
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Treestand Safety for Young Hunters

Treestand Safety for Young Hunters

Treestands are one of the most popular and effective methods of deer hunting throughout the eastern half of our country. Being perched high in a tree…
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How Five Top Archers Got Their Start

How Five Top Archers Got Their Start

Have you ever watched a professional archer shoot a brilliant set of arrows, and wondered how they did it? We asked five top archers how they started…
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10 Best Dog-Friendly Hiking Trails in Kansas!

10 Best Dog-Friendly Hiking Trails in Kansas!

Hiking with your dog can be a great experience. Luckily, Kansas has plenty of amazing dog friendly hiking trails for you and your pup to explore.…
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10 Essential Camping Skills

10 Essential Camping Skills

Do you know these 10 essential camping skills? Learn them and they are bound to improve all your…
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How to Catch Really Big Fish With Kids

How to Catch Really Big Fish With Kids

When it comes to fishing with kids, conventional wisdom says to find a place where they can catch any fish with a high level of frequency and…
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How to Choose the Best Times to Fish

How to Choose the Best Times to Fish

The best time to go fishing is whenever you can. While that old maxim has merit and speaks to the value of fishing just for the fun of it, there are…
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Make The Most Of The Trout Fishing Opener

Make The Most Of The Trout Fishing Opener

There is a misconception that fly-fishing has taken over trout fishing and that if you’re not toting a whippy seven-foot rod and looking to…
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Camping Gear—10 Best New Products for Summer

Camping Gear—10 Best New Products for Summer

There is nothing quite like a spring or summer camping trip to help us reconnect with nature and recharge our batteries. The warmer weather is a…
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Why You Need To Be Hunting Squirrels Right Now

Why You Need To Be Hunting Squirrels Right Now

What if I told you about a hunting opportunity that’s happening right now, which offers abundant access to productive land, requires a minimum…
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5 Easy Ways to Save Money on Gas This Summer

5 Easy Ways to Save Money on Gas This Summer

Fuel prices are a lot like the weather: Lots of folks talk about them, but there’s not much you can do about them. The price at the pump…
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10 Best Campgrounds for Cool Summer Camping

10 Best Campgrounds for Cool Summer Camping

It’s sweltering out, and the air conditioning is beckoning, but you’re longing to get away on just one more camping trip of the summer.…
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4 Easy Ways To Enjoy Mountain Biking On Your Vacation

4 Easy Ways To Enjoy Mountain Biking On Your Vacation

If you’ve been on a vacation to an outdoor destination in the past few years, you’ve likely noticed a new phenomenon: cycle paths, single…
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Events Near Pratt KS

Annual 4th of July Run

Friday, Jul 4, 2025 at 7:30am
Larned Swimming Pool
Larned, KS
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Larned Fourth of July Celebration

Friday, Jul 4, 2025 at 7:00pm
Jordaan Park
Larned, KS
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Barbee Chain Fireworks

Friday, Jul 4, 2025 at 9:15pm
Medicine Lodge, KS
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