1930 Fish Hatchery Kansas

This colorful 1940s linen postcard features the Pratt State Fish Hatchery in Pratt, Kansas, one of the oldest and most important fish hatcheries in the Midwest. The scene showcases long, glimmering fish rearing ponds stretching into the horizon, bordered by neat gravel walkways and framed by rows of wind-blown prairie trees. Under a wide Kansas sky, the carefully maintained grounds reflect the early conservation efforts that shaped outdoor recreation and wildlife management across the region.

Established in 1905, the hatchery became a cornerstone of Kansas’ commitment to wildlife preservation, raising species like largemouth bass, channel catfish, and bluegill to support sport fishing across the state. By the 1940s, it had grown into one of the largest warm-water hatcheries in the nation. For decades, families and school groups would stop here to learn about fish propagation and watch the ponds ripple with activity. It remains a symbol of Kansas’ deep ties to the land and its natural resources.

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