The Frank and Mae Rush Award is presented to individuals, groups or organizations in recognition of outstanding contributions to the mission of the Association of…
The Association of the Friends of the Wichitas has been named the 2026 Refuge Friends Group of the Year by the National Wildlife Refuge Association,…
Looking for ways to disconnect and spend more time outdoors? A recent KLAW article highlights screen-free activities available right in Lawton, from art classes at…
The Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge marked 125 years of conservation with a celebration reflecting on more than a century of history. Established as a national…
APACHE, OK — If you were looking for a prime Texas longhorn — and there are more folks collecting the critters than you might think…
An article exploring how the growing “nature bathing” trend aligns naturally with Oklahoma’s outdoor spaces, especially the Wichita Mountains. Read the article →
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,…
Read the full article: 10 Sunniest Cities in Oklahoma for Peaceful Retirement Days – NewsBreak
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…
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…