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Refuge Texas longhorn auction answers the question: “Where’s the beef?”

Apr 16, 2026

APACHE, OK — If you were looking for a prime Texas longhorn — and there are more folks collecting the critters than you might think…

The “Bathing in Nature” Trend Fits Oklahoma Perfectly

Apr 16, 2026

An article exploring how the growing “nature bathing” trend aligns naturally with Oklahoma’s outdoor spaces, especially the Wichita Mountains. Read the article →

The Epic 3.7-Mile Trail in Oklahoma’s Charon’s Garden Wilderness Worth the Trek

Oct 27, 2025

An oddly named trail in Charon’s Garden Wilderness will take you on an epic trek through a rugged landscape of boulders, alongside a creek bed,…

Lawton OK named one of top 10 cities to enjoy retirement due to proximity to Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge September 11, 2025. 

Sep 11, 2025

Read the full article: 10 Sunniest Cities in Oklahoma for Peaceful Retirement Days – NewsBreak

Friends of the Wichitas 2024 Year in Review

Apr 7, 2025

2024 was a great year for the Friends of the Wichitas! Here’s a round up of what we accomplished in 2024 within our organization and…

Friends of the Wichitas 2023 Year in Review

Nov 29, 2023

In 2023 the Friends of the Wichitas made significant strides in support of our Partnership Agreement with the US Fish and Wildlife Service managing the…

Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge Featured as Top 8 Oklahoma Destination for Fall 2023 in Traveling Lifestyle

Sep 18, 2023

View the full Traveling Lifestyle article here.

U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service – Black-capped Vireo Surveys Show Continued Recovery

Sep 18, 2023

Read the full article on U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service here.

KSWO Article – Monarch Butterfly celebration coming to Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge

Sep 18, 2023

Read the full article on KSWO here.

Bugling Elk Tours Offered

Sep 8, 2023

The Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge will be conducting “Bugling Elk” tours for the public from September 16 through October 7. Reservations are required and are…