Firearm season is tentatively set for Oct. 6-9. In 2005, the 121 firearm hunters’ success rate was 75 percent. Muzzleloader season is expected to run Oct. 2-9. In 2005, 65 percent of 38 hunters met with success. Keep in mind that during the first four days of muzzleloader season, front-stuffers may be equipped only with open sights; thereafter a scope is permitted. Applications must be submitted to the Pratt office by early June.

Overall, 2005’s 140-animal harvest included 126 bucks, 10 does and four fawns. Peek believes that a 10 to 15 percent increase in firearm licenses is possible in ‘06 -- good news for Kansas hunters.

In fact, it sounds as if good news about the pronghorns extends throughout the Great Plains!