KS Fishing Guide 2012:Layout 2
Fishing In Kansas ishing in Kansas can be described with two words: variety and abundance. From east to west, north to south, Kansas has a rich and diverse array of gamefish species. The fishing Fheritage runs deep in Kansas, and fishing is important to the quality of life and rural economies. From wiper fishing in reservoirs to crappie fishing at the local lake, fishing in Kansas can be intense and thrilling or quiet and relaxing. For more information on fishing, Kansas state parks, hunting, or wildlife areas visit our website: kdwpt.state.ks.us Kansas Fishing: All you can imagine . and more! Kansas lakes and streams offer some of the finest fishing in the vately-owned, but some reaches are leased by KDWPT through Midwest — not only excellent channel, flathead, and blue catfish- the Fishing Impoundments and Stream Habitats (F.I.S.H) Pro- ing, but a variety that will surprise those unfamiliar with the Sun- gram, and other reaches flow through public wildlife areas. flower State. Three species of black basses, striped bass, white bass, Many streams provide excellent channel catfish, flathead cat- wiper, walleye, sauger, saugeye, crappie, paddlefish, and an array fish, and white bass fishing, and those in the east and southeast of popular sunfish species are ready for the taking in Kansas waters. may also hold spotted bass. State fish hatcheries produce millions of these fish each year. More than 150,000 privately-owned farm ponds also provide Some are stocked into lakes as fry, and some are grown to catch- outstanding fishing opportunities. Tucked away in beautiful able size before stocking.
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