posted Jun 23, 2020
The Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism is a cabinet-level agency with a Secretary appointed by the Governor.
posted Jun 22, 2020
Kansas Horse Council Regional Directors and Representatives are passionate about horses and the horse industry in Kansas.
They are the link between what’s happening in your area and what’s happening at headquarters. They help promote and inform to keep everyone updated and engaged in all that matters to the equine industry in KS, often assisting with activities, planning regional meetings and events that bring us all together!
posted Jun 1, 2020
The Kansas Land Trust is a private, non-profit organization helping landowners protect the natural character, working landscape, wildlife habitat and valuable natural resources on their property. Protecting these conservation values benefits both future landowners and the broader community.
posted Jun 1, 2020
The Kansas Trails Council began informally in 1974 when a group of trail enthusiasts joined together to build multi-use, natural surface, public trails near several Kansas lakes. In 1984, the KTC officially became a non-profit 501c3 corporation dedicated to promoting the development and enjoyment of Kansas trails.
posted Jan 16, 2018
Bunnie Watkins has been part of the US Army Corps team at Perry Lake for nearly two decades.
posted Jan 16, 2018
Cecilia has been the key person revitalizing interest in urban, suburban and unpaved trails throughout Leavenworth County, Kansas. Although there have been earlier initiatives. They have failed to sustain community involvement and support.
posted Jan 16, 2018
Frank's passion is for Rail-Trail development.
posted Jun 4, 2020
The Kanza Rail-Trails Conservancy (KRTC) manages the Flint Hills Trail and the Landon Trail, converting these former rail lines into non-motorized public trails and wildlife areas across Kansas. We are a grassroots, non-profit organization of local volunteers.
posted Mar 31, 2022
For over 25 years, Karen Kiest has been providing landscape architectural and recreational planning services to a wide variety of public and private clients. She has gained a wide recognition for her ability to translate the Client’s interests into outdoor spaces that are sensitive to detail and material use, appropriate to place, and distinctive in visual form. Through innovative design and program solutions, excellent communication, and efficient use of resources, she consistently demonstrates the ability to make what some consider “common improvements” unique without burdening the established budget.
posted Jan 30, 2018
Karl Knapp is nominated for the Trails Public Service Award in recognition of the leadership and vision he has brought to his work with California State Parks over his 35 year career.
