Memorial Day Weekend is coming up! This is one of the best weekends to travel around the state! The weather in Kansas during late May can be some of the nicest (or stormiest) times of the year! While we attract many avid storm-chasers to the area, I wouldn't recommend risking it unless you know what…
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Mushroom Hunting in Kansas Kansans typically keep a close eye on the skies. But when mid-March rolls around, a secret society of foragers turns their eyes to the earth. These mysterious few have been dreaming of their elusive prey for weeks. The weather watch, check soil temps, and peruse online…
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Another week, another adventure for the Mobile Visitor Center! We kicked things off at the "mothership"—the Curtis Building in Topeka—where we restocked, swapped stories, and set out on the next leg of our journey. First Stop: Kansas State Parks! Our trek continued with a scenic stop at Kaw River…
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I recently was invited by Kansas Tourism to visit and explore parts of Western Kansas to learn more about all that Kansas has to offer RV travelers, campers, adventurers and road trippers. I have to say, I was quite surprised by the beauty, diversity and how much cool stuff there is to do in Western…
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PEDALING, PADDLING, AND PRAIRIE HIKES: THESE PARKS DELIVER OUTDOOR PERFECTION WITH A CAPITAL “P.” Photography by Dana Damewood Northeast Paddle And Roll A magnificent seven parks bustle with pedaling, paddling, and other popular pastimes. While many people know northeast Kansas for its urban…
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Pack the camera (and good hiking shoes) to capture sand dunes, sandstone cliffs and pristine waters. Photography by Aaron Patton NORTH CENTRAL ROCKY SHORES Have a field day exploring the sandstone cliffs, jagged shores, and mushroom-shaped rocks at parks strewn across the region. The going gets…
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Explore the remnants of an ancient inland sea, now filled with geological and historical treasures in the western reaches of the state. NORTHWEST RUGGED REVELATIONS An ancient inland sea left behind today’s parklands on the prairie. Explore otherworldly chalk spires and cliffs and parks brimming…
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Northeast Kansas - "For The Spirited" The Northeast region of Kansas is full of unique places with high spirits. In this part of Kansas, you'll find communities of all sizes, both large and small. Out here, fans go wild for Sporting KC. This is where fast cars at the Kansas Speedway and zesty local…
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South Central Kansas - "For The Seekers" For those that seek authentic experiences, South Central Kansas is home to world-class museums, fantastic outdoor adventures, charming communities, and a whole lotta good food. From the iconic Swedish heritage of Lindsborg to the bustling streets of Wichita…
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Southeast Kansas - "For The Free" In Southeast Kansas, you can live freely. This is where Beautiful rock formations create beautiful outdoor experiences for the Table Mound Hiking Trail at Elk City State Park. Thirteen miles of the Route 66 Byway wraps around the Ozark Plateau. It's also where…
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