Blog /blog/stories/ Blog Fri, 17 Apr 2026 21:26:29 +0000 April Adventures in Kansas - 2026 /blog/stories/post/april-adventures-in-kansas/ /blog/stories/post/april-adventures-in-kansas/#comments /blog/stories/post/april-adventures-in-kansas/ Wed, 01 Apr 2026 16:00:00 -0400

April is easily one of the best months of the year to visit Kansas. With spring in full swing, Kansas usually sees moderate temperatures in the 60s and 70s, making it the perfect time to get out and enjoy various outdoor activities such as horseback riding, fishing, hiking, mountain biking, and disc

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Mushroom Hunting In Kansas /blog/stories/post/morel-support/ /blog/stories/post/morel-support/#comments /blog/stories/post/morel-support/ Wed, 18 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0400

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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Celebrate America 250 in Kansas /blog/stories/post/celebrate-america-250-in-kansas/ /blog/stories/post/celebrate-america-250-in-kansas/#comments /blog/stories/post/celebrate-america-250-in-kansas/ Tue, 17 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500

Below is your guide to celebrating America’s 250th birthday in Kansas—all year long. Explore a statewide lineup of events and festivals designed to match every interest.

For those who love history, you'll have the opportunity to step into the past through thought-provoking lectures, special exhibits

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Why Chocolate Lovers Should Spend Valentine’s Day in Kansas /blog/stories/post/why-chocolate-lovers-should-spend-valentines-day-in-kansas/ /blog/stories/post/why-chocolate-lovers-should-spend-valentines-day-in-kansas/#comments /blog/stories/post/why-chocolate-lovers-should-spend-valentines-day-in-kansas/ Sat, 31 Jan 2026 16:00:00 -0500

Chocolate and Valentine’s Day go hand in hand, but Kansas and chocolate? Surprisingly, yes! From an assortment of chocolatiers with shops to visit to imaginative chocolate-themed events and activities, Kansas makes a delicious and romantic Valentine’s destination for chocolate‑loving couples.

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Plan the Perfect Valentine’s Day Escape: Romantic Kansas Getaways by Region /blog/stories/post/plan-the-perfect-valentines-day-escape-romantic-kansas-getaways-by-region/ /blog/stories/post/plan-the-perfect-valentines-day-escape-romantic-kansas-getaways-by-region/#comments /blog/stories/post/plan-the-perfect-valentines-day-escape-romantic-kansas-getaways-by-region/ Fri, 30 Jan 2026 17:00:00 -0500

Planning a Valentine’s Day getaway or a couples-only weekend in Kansas? Take a look at these six itineraries designed to inspire your next romantic escape.

Whether your travel style is cozying up by a crackling fire at a remote cabin or wrapping yourself in luxury at a hotel in one of our large

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How to Spend Christmas and New Years in Kansas /blog/stories/post/your-guide-on-how-spend-the-week-after-christmas-in-kansas/ /blog/stories/post/your-guide-on-how-spend-the-week-after-christmas-in-kansas/#comments /blog/stories/post/your-guide-on-how-spend-the-week-after-christmas-in-kansas/ Mon, 01 Dec 2025 12:00:00 -0500

Christmas will be on a Thursday in 2025, meaning the days immediately after will fall on a weekend. Let yourself end this year by completing everything you might have on that travel bucket list! Planning on staying in Kansas for a few extra days after Christmas, or even the whole week leading up to

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Where to see Brightest Holiday Lights in Kansas /blog/stories/post/where-to-see-brightest-holiday-lights-in-kansas/ /blog/stories/post/where-to-see-brightest-holiday-lights-in-kansas/#comments /blog/stories/post/where-to-see-brightest-holiday-lights-in-kansas/ Tue, 18 Nov 2025 12:00:00 -0500

Get ready to explore some of the most beautiful light displays this season in Kansas! You'll be able to find numerous light shows and displays that run through late November and all of December, with some even going into the middle of January. Whether you enjoy a good tree lighting ceremony, light

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Kansas Beef: Why Burgers in Kansas Taste so Dang Good! /blog/stories/post/kansas-beef-why-burgers-in-kansas-taste-so-dang-good/ /blog/stories/post/kansas-beef-why-burgers-in-kansas-taste-so-dang-good/#comments /blog/stories/post/kansas-beef-why-burgers-in-kansas-taste-so-dang-good/ Mon, 17 Nov 2025 16:00:00 -0500

In a state known for its wheatfields and sunflowers, the beef that comes out of Kansas often goes unnoticed. According to the , Kansas has roughly 6 million cattle, which is about double the state's population of just under 3 million, meaning that you can count 2 cattle

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These Kansas Restaurants Use Locally Sourced Ingredients /blog/stories/post/these-kansas-restaurants-use-locally-sourced-ingredients/ /blog/stories/post/these-kansas-restaurants-use-locally-sourced-ingredients/#comments /blog/stories/post/these-kansas-restaurants-use-locally-sourced-ingredients/ Fri, 07 Nov 2025 03:00:00 -0500

These days, so many of us are curious to know where our food is really coming from. If you are one of these people, then make your way into Kansas, the heartland of the country, because numerous restaurants in Kansas can show you just where their ingredients are grown or raised. Indeed, one of the

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Haunted and Spooky Events Happening in Kansas /blog/stories/post/haunted-and-spooky-events-happening-in-kansas/ /blog/stories/post/haunted-and-spooky-events-happening-in-kansas/#comments /blog/stories/post/haunted-and-spooky-events-happening-in-kansas/ Wed, 24 Sep 2025 00:00:00 -0400

As Kansas prepares for Halloween this Fall, get ready to experience some of the most thrilling sights you've ever laid eyes on. Numerous cities and towns across the state are already encouraging everyone to get out and enjoy this spooky time of the year. You'll find everything you will need to have

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