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SUMMARY:Kansas Sustainable Ranchers Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join Farm Journal and its event partners for the Kansas Sustainable Ranchers Tour on Tuesday\, September 29\, in the Flint Hills. \nThe Sustainable Ranchers Tour will spotlight leading ranchers who are helping advance regenerative and sustainable practices in America’s beef industry. Participants will engage directly with ranchers and agricultural professionals\, learn how conservation practices are being implemented\, and connect with technical resources that can help them apply these practices within their own operations. \nThe tour will begin at Clover Cliff Ranch before traveling to Mushrush Ranch. Educational topics and activities will include: \n• Farm Journal Intelligence Briefing on the state of the beef industry\n• NRCS rainfall simulator demonstration\n• Principles of regenerative grazing\n• Ranch technologies that provide economic returns\n• Woody-species encroachment and fragmentation of the Flint Hills\n• Genetics\, animal health\, and animal care in sustainable beef production\n• The value of grazing-management plans\n• Conservation programs and barriers to conservation-practice adoption\n• Beef supply-chain sustainability panel and roundtable discussions \nMushrush Ranches is a seventh-generation Flint Hills family operation specializing in Red Angus and Red Angus-influenced seedstock. Its breeding program emphasizes efficient\, low-input genetics\, maternal traits\, calving ease\, soundness\, and longevity. \nThe program is free with registration\, and lunch is included. \nEvent information: https://events.farmjournal.com/ks2026 \nRegister: https://events.farmjournal.com/ks2026/register
URL:https://kswraps.org/event/kansas-sustainable-ranchers-tour/
LOCATION:Clover Cliff Ranch\, 826A U.S. Highway 50\, Elmdale\, KS\, 66850\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cottonwood
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SUMMARY:Farm Fest at Common Ground 2026
DESCRIPTION:Join KC Farm School at Gibbs Road for Farm Fest at Common Ground 2026—a free\, family-friendly celebration of local food\, farming\, the environment and the power of community. \nFarm Fest brings people together at KC Farm School’s urban farm in Wyandotte County for an afternoon of hands-on learning\, food and fun. This year’s event will also serve as a host site for the Kaw Valley Farm Tour. \nActivities will include: \n• Guided farm tours departing every 45 minutes\n• A free community meal featuring gluten-free pizza\n• Hands-on workshops and educational activities\n• Community resource organizations\n• The Farm Fest Makers and Growers Market\n• Live entertainment\, games and children’s activities\n• Opportunities to learn about local food\, farms\, soil and conservation \nVisitors are encouraged to bring a reusable water bottle\, dress for the weather and wear comfortable\, closed-toe shoes. Admission and the community meal are free\, but visitors may wish to bring money to purchase produce\, baked goods\, arts and crafts from market vendors. \nFarm Fest is a block-party-style event\, and South 42nd Street will be closed between Common Ground and Gibbs Road Farm. Nearby parking and shuttle transportation will be available. Please do not park at Gibbs Road Farm.
URL:https://kswraps.org/event/farm-fest-at-common-ground-2026/
LOCATION:Common Ground at KC Farm School\, 2443 S. 42nd Street\, Kansas City\, KS\, 66106\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lower Kansas
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ORGANIZER;CN="KC Farm School at Gibbs Road":MAILTO:info@kcfarmschool.org
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261009T121500
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SUMMARY:2026 Kansas Association of Mappers Annual Conference
DESCRIPTION:Join mapping\, GIS\, surveying\, planning\, data\, and government professionals from across Kansas for the 2026 Kansas Association of Mappers Annual Conference: Mapping on the Chisholm Trail. \nKansas WRAPS\, through the Kansas Department of Health and Environment’s Bureau of Environmental Field Services\, Watershed Management Section\, is proud to support this year’s conference as a Gold Exhibitor. \nBe sure to stop by the Kansas WRAPS booth to meet our team and learn more about: \n• Finding your local watershed and WRAPS project\n• Watershed boundaries and priority areas\n• Funding and cost-share opportunities\n• Successful conservation and water-quality projects\n• Partnerships supporting locally led watershed improvements\n• How GIS and interactive maps support watershed planning\, outreach\, and project implementation \nPRECONFERENCE WORKSHOPS — OCTOBER 6 \nAttendees can begin KAM 2026 early with hands-on workshops and additional professional-development opportunities on Tuesday\, October 6. \nWorkshop offerings include: \n• Introduction to COGO Editing in ArcGIS Pro\n• Kansas NG911 GIS Data Maintainer certification training\n• Legal Descriptions – The Quick and Dirty\n• Introduction to Experience Builder\n• Map That Spreadsheet! \nThe Kansas NG911 GIS Data Maintainer workshop is free\, but registration is required. Other workshops have separate registration fees. \nThe workshops are open to everyone. Participants do not have to register for the full KAM Conference to attend a workshop. Space is limited\, and preconference workshop registration is separate from the main conference. \nView workshop details and register:\nhttps://www.kansasmappers.org/preconference \nMAIN CONFERENCE — OCTOBER 7–9 \nThe main conference will feature a keynote address\, GIS and mapping presentations\, breakout sessions\, a map gallery\, student posters\, exhibitors\, awards\, networking opportunities\, and evening events. \nMain conference registration closes September 15. \nConference information and registration:\nhttps://www.kansasmappers.org/event-6579164 \nConference schedule:\nhttps://www.kansasmappers.org/Conference-Schedule \nWe look forward to connecting with Kansas mapping professionals and sharing how geographic information helps WRAPS protect and improve watersheds across the state. Please stop by the Kansas WRAPS booth and visit with us!
URL:https://kswraps.org/event/2026-kansas-association-of-mappers-annual-conference/
LOCATION:Drury Plaza Hotel Broadview\, 400 W. Douglas Avenue\, Wichita\, KS\, 67202\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kansas Association of Mappers":MAILTO:kamappers@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Keep It Clean\, Kansas! 2026 KICK Challenge Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Join the Kansas Association for Conservation and Environmental Education and Jessica Ruiz\, Outreach Program Manager with the Kansas Department of Health and Environment\, to learn about the new and improved KICK—Keep It Clean\, Kansas!—Challenge. \nThe KICK Challenge gives students across Kansas an opportunity to participate in environmental activities and win $1\,000 for their school. During this free webinar\, participants will receive a tour of the new competition dashboard\, learn about the available challenges\, and discover how their students or school can participate. \nJessica Ruiz is the Outreach Program Manager for the KDHE Bureau of Waste Management. A Kansas native\, Jessica is passionate about educating others about recycling\, composting\, waste reduction\, and practical ways to help the environment. \nThis program is part of KACEE’s free Virtual Monthly Events learning series. \nLearn more and register: https://www.kacee.org/event-details/october-2026-vme
URL:https://kswraps.org/event/keep-it-clean-kansas-2026-kick-challenge-webinar/
LOCATION:Online – Zoom Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kansas Association for Conservation and Environmental Education (KACEE)":MAILTO:info@kacee.org
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SUMMARY:Trashpocalypse 2026: Super Heroes for Our Planet
DESCRIPTION:The trash is taking over—and only you can stop it! \nJoin the Kansas Association for Conservation and Environmental Education for Trashpocalypse 2026\, a family-friendly community cleanup and environmental-education event at Frank Anneberg Park in Manhattan. \nParticipants can come dressed as their favorite superhero\, wear a family-friendly Halloween costume\, or simply come as they are. All ages are welcome to take part in an adventure filled with games\, prizes\, environmental learning\, and real-world community impact. \nActivities will include: \n• Trash Pickup Mission – Race the clock to collect the most trash\n• The Great Trash Audit – Explore what was collected\, what can be changed\, and how everyone can make a difference\n• Games\, activities\, and opportunities to win prizes \nParticipants should meet at Shelter House #2\, located south of the pond near Wildcat Fitness. Apple cider and donuts will be provided at the conclusion of the event. \nVolunteers assisting with setup and the park cleanup should arrive at 9:45 a.m. for instructions. \nQuestions may be directed to Rachel Wahle at [rwahle@kacee.org](mailto:rwahle@kacee.org) or 785-410-0201. \nEvent information and registration: https://www.kacee.org/event-details/trashpocalypse-2026
URL:https://kswraps.org/event/trashpocalypse-2026-super-heroes-for-our-planet/
LOCATION:Frank Anneberg Park – Shelter House #2\, 3801 Anderson Avenue\, Manhattan\, KS\, 66503\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kansas Association for Conservation and Environmental Education (KACEE)":MAILTO:info@kacee.org
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SUMMARY:2026 Kansas & Missouri Environmental Education Conference
DESCRIPTION:The Kansas Association for Conservation and Environmental Education (KACEE) and the Missouri Environmental Education Association (MEEA) invite educators\, administrators\, community leaders\, program providers\, researchers\, naturalists\, and environmental advocates to the 2026 Kansas & Missouri Environmental Education Conference. \nThis year’s theme\, “From Soil to the Stars—Systems Connect Us All\,” explores how the health of our land\, communities\, schools\, food systems\, and children are interconnected. \nConference sessions will explore three strands: \n• Relationships that Sustain Us\n• Systems that Sustain Us\n• Connections that Sustain Us \nThe conference begins Monday evening with dinner and an opening keynote by educator\, chef\, and food-system advocate Diane Mora. Tuesday includes breakfast\, educational sessions\, networking opportunities\, lunch\, and the keynote “Sowing Joy and Harvesting Collective Care.” \nRegistration options are available for Monday only\, Tuesday only\, or the full conference. Student and member rates are available\, and KACEE offers conference scholarships with no questions asked. \nLearn more: https://www.kacee.org/conference \nRegister: https://www.kacee.org/event-details/2026-conference
URL:https://kswraps.org/event/2026-kansas-missouri-environmental-education-conference/
LOCATION:Kauffman Foundation Conference Center\, 4801 Rockhill Road\, Kansas City\, MO\, 64110\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kansas Association for Conservation and Environmental Education (KACEE)":MAILTO:info@kacee.org
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SUMMARY:2026 Governor’s Conference on the Future of Water in Kansas
DESCRIPTION:Join water professionals\, community leaders\, producers\, conservation partners\, researchers\, and stakeholders from across the state at the 2026 Governor’s Conference on the Future of Water in Kansas\, hosted by the Kansas Water Office. \nKansas WRAPS is proud to serve as an Exclusive Sponsor of this year’s conference. While you are there\, make sure to stop by the Kansas WRAPS booth to meet our team and learn more about: \n• Your local watershed and the WRAPS project serving your area\n• Funding and cost-share opportunities for eligible water-quality practices\n• Successful conservation projects happening across Kansas\n• Partnerships supporting locally led watershed improvements\n• Resources available to landowners\, producers\, communities\, and conservation partners\n• How WRAPS projects help protect Kansas streams\, rivers\, reservoirs\, and drinking-water sources \nWhether you already work with WRAPS or are learning about the program for the first time\, we would love the opportunity to visit with you\, answer your questions\, and help connect you with watershed resources in your area. \nThe two-day conference will include keynote speakers\, breakout sessions\, exhibits\, student research posters\, the Water Legacy Award\, Kansas water success stories\, and opportunities to connect with organizations working on water issues across the state. \nRegistration is open through October 17. Early registration is strongly encouraged because the conference is expected to sell out\, and walk-in registration is not guaranteed. \nConference information and agenda:\nhttps://www.kwo.ks.gov/events-initiatives/governor-s-water-conference \nRegister:\nhttps://www.kwo.ks.gov/events-initiatives/governor-s-water-conference/registration \nWe look forward to seeing you in Manhattan\, and don’t forget to visit the Kansas WRAPS booth!
URL:https://kswraps.org/event/2026-governors-conference-on-the-future-of-water-in-kansas/
LOCATION:Hilton Garden Inn and Manhattan Conference Center\, 410 S. 3rd Street\, Manhattan\, KS\, 66502\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cheney,Cottonwood,Delaware,Hillsdale,John Redmond Reservoir,Kanopolis,Little Arkansas,Lower Kansas,Marion,Middle Kansas,Milford,Toronto–Fall River,Tuttle,Upper Wakarusa
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kansas Water Office (KWO)":MAILTO:KWO-Info@ks.gov
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SUMMARY:2026 KACD Annual Convention: Founded in Dust
DESCRIPTION:Kansas WRAPS is proud to sponsor the 2026 Kansas Association of Conservation Districts Annual Convention\, November 22–24 at the Hyatt Regency Wichita. \nThe public is invited to join conservation district leaders\, producers\, agency staff\, and other partners from across Kansas for educational breakout sessions\, keynote presentations\, networking\, exhibits\, and conversations about the future of natural resource conservation. \nSince 1944\, the Kansas Association of Conservation Districts has helped build partnerships among federal\, state\, and local organizations committed to the wise use and protection of Kansas’ natural resources. \nBe sure to visit the Kansas WRAPS booth during the convention! Our team would love to help you: \n• Learn more about your local watershed\n• Explore available funding and cost-share opportunities\n• Discover successful conservation projects from across Kansas\n• Meet the organizations working together to improve water quality\n• Find resources and assistance for local conservation efforts \nConservation districts are essential partners in delivering watershed programs at the local level. We look forward to celebrating these partnerships and visiting with conservation leaders from across the state. \nRegistration Information \nEarly Bird attendee pricing ends November 6\, 2026. No registration refunds will be available after November 6. \nExhibitor registration closes October 16\, 2026. \nRegister and find convention information:\nhttps://www.kacd.net/annual-convention.cfm \nAttendee registration:\nhttps://www.kacd.net/convention-registration.cfm \nAgenda and hotel information:\nhttps://www.kacd.net/convention-agenda.cfm \nQuestions may be directed to KACD Executive Director Dan Meyerhoff at [dan.meyerhoff@kacd.net](mailto:dan.meyerhoff@kacd.net) or 785-650-1330.
URL:https://kswraps.org/event/2026-kacd-annual-convention-founded-in-dust/
LOCATION:Hyatt Regency Wichita\, 400 W. Waterman St.\, Wichita\, KS\, 67202\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kansas Association of Conservation Districts":MAILTO:dan.meyerhoff@kacd.net
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261204
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SUMMARY:Mycorrhizal Fungi Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Save the date for a Mycorrhizal Fungi Workshop hosted by the Cheney Lake Watershed on Thursday\, December 3\, 2026. \nThe workshop will feature Endy Lopes Kailer\, a Ph.D. candidate in Agronomy and Soil Science at Kansas State University. Endy’s research focuses on arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi and their role in improving soil health\, soil aggregation\, and carbon storage. \nDuring this workshop\, Endy will share what she has learned from several years of testing soils across Kansas and studying the beneficial fungi living below the soil surface. \nFarmers\, landowners\, conservation professionals\, and anyone interested in soil biology and soil health are encouraged to attend for a day of learning. \nAdditional information\, including the workshop location\, schedule\, and registration details\, will be announced soon.
URL:https://kswraps.org/event/mycorrhizal-fungi-workshop/
LOCATION:KS
CATEGORIES:Cheney
ORGANIZER;CN="Cheney Lake Watershed Inc.":MAILTO:clwreservations@gmail.com
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