Sure I hunt Kansas every year. The last couple have been hard because of the lack of moisture. I hunt Graham and Trego counties mostly. You don't need to come that far west. According to KDWP the area around Lincoln county is up in bird counts. Get on that computer and go to KDWP[ Kansas Division Wildlife & Parks] web site and look at the bird reports and Walk-in Properties maps. You will find a place to hunt not to far from your home. I think it is great you are going to hunt. I am excited for you, have a great time. My 9yr. old passed his hunter safety course so this will be his first pheasant hunt too. Stay safe and write back, I want to know how you do.
Gselkhunter