Hunting responsibilities theme of youth contest

Entry deadline is Nov. 15 for a youth essay contest sponsored by the Kansas Hunter Education Instructor Assn. The topic is “My Responsibilities as a Hunter.”

Each entrant must have completed a Kansas hunter education course, and must include age and hunter education certificate number.

Entries must be mailed to: KHEIA Essay Contest, c/o Rick Schumock, 2201 S. Bonn, Wichita, 67213.

Perry Lake closures

Perry Lake’s ATV and motorcycle area will be closed Aug. 17 for a volunteer work day and Aug. 18 for a hare scramble event. For information, call the Perry Project Office at (785) 597-5144.