Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge Nature Store

Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge Nature Store The Nature Store is located inside the Visitor Center at the Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge.

It is ran by the Friends of The Wichitas and all proceeds made support the WMWR.

Hit the trails, then hit the shop 🌿 New hats are in at the Nature Store!
03/20/2026

Hit the trails, then hit the shop 🌿 New hats are in at the Nature Store!

02/17/2026

Wichita Mountains to Conduct Feral Swine Control Operations

Date: 2/17/2026
Contact: Daniel McDonald, [email protected]

Indiahoma, Okla. – Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge will conduct aerial feral swine control on refuge lands February 18, 2026, weather permitting. To assure public safety, portions of the refuge public use areas will be temporarily closed while control activities are underway. Closed areas will include portions of Burma Road south of Boulder picnic area, Narrows Trail, Quetone Point, Parallel Forest, Mt. Scott Canyon south of the Mt. Scott picnic area, and area west of Sunset Peak. Refuge staff intend to have these areas re-opened to the public by 10:30 a.m., after control operations have ceased. Control activities will continue in other areas of the refuge, which will not require any public use closures.

Feral swine are non-native, nuisance species that compete with Oklahoma’s native wildlife for food causing significant disturbance to native habitat. They also serve as disease reservoirs and pose a threat to the health of humans, pets, agricultural lands, and native wildlife. The first documented record of feral swine in the United States was in Florida in 1593. Introductions followed in several other southeastern states, which led to established free-ranging populations throughout the region. Populations then spread throughout the southeast and mid-south states. Today, Oklahoma is home to an estimated 600,000 to 1.5 million feral swine. Their numbers and range continue to increase due to their high reproductive potential and lack of natural predators.

Based on sightings, habitat disturbance, and current control efforts, feral swine remain a substantial concern on Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge. Detrimental effects are visible in every habitat type and pose a serious threat to native wildlife throughout the refuge. Refuge staff routinely take action to help control the hog population through removal of individual animals. In 2015, the refuge initiated another more effective method by adding aerial control. This method proved highly effective throughout the refuge expending much less time and effort. It also allowed for control operations in less accessible areas of the refuge. Aerial shooting operations are conducted by one helicopter using specially trained U.S. Department of Agriculture personnel following policy and procedures established to ensure safe, humane, and environmentally sound practices.

Although the refuge does not anticipate any changes to the above mentioned closures, the public is reminded to follow all area restrictions and closure signage.

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service works with others to conserve, protect, and enhance fish, wildlife, plants, and their habitats for the continuing benefit of the American people. For more information, visit www.fws.gov and connect with us on social media: Facebook, Instagram, X, LinkedIn, Flickr, and YouTube.

https://www.fws.gov/refuge/wichita-mountains

01/31/2026

Brrr it's cold out there...even the bison are wearing sweatshirts this week!

They wanted me to remind you that we have a great Nature Store at the Refuge that is full of items that make wonderful shirts, hats, keepsakes & more to show your love for the Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge!

All proceeds from the Nature Store help support the Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge.

Friends of the Wichitas members receive 10% off on all purchases. If you would like to learn more about how to join the Friends of the Wichitas, please visit our website at friendsofthewichitas.org or reach out to us.

The Nature Store is located in the Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center and is open from 9:00AM to 4:30PM daily.

Chilly days, covered. ❄️ Our new quarter-zip is here! 🕘 Open every day 9:00-4:30
01/31/2026

Chilly days, covered. ❄️ Our new quarter-zip is here!

🕘 Open every day 9:00-4:30

01/28/2026

With the weather and road conditions improving, the Visitor Center will reopen at 12:00 p.m. tomorrow, 1/28.

Mt. Scott and Boulder Road will remain closed until road conditions improve.

Photo Credits: USFWS Grover Fuqua
[Photo Description: Bison running in middle of snow covered road.]

01/23/2026

📢 Early Visitor Center Closure Notice 📢

The Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center will close at noon today, Friday, January 23rd due to incoming winter weather.

Additionally, Mt. Scott and Boulder Road will remain closed for the duration of the weather event.

Re-opening of the Visitor Center and Mt. Scott will occur once conditions improve.

The Nature Store is full of holiday cheer! 🎄🦬 Custom Oklahoma kitchen towels, wooden ornaments, kids’ binoculars, stocki...
12/01/2025

The Nature Store is full of holiday cheer! 🎄🦬 Custom Oklahoma kitchen towels, wooden ornaments, kids’ binoculars, stocking stuffers and more — all purchases help support the Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge. Come see what’s new!

11/29/2025

Today is the perfect day to visit the Refuge & grab one of our sweatshirts at the Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge Nature Store!

If you need it, we have it...t-shirts, sweatshirts, hats, stickers, field guides, gifts & so much more. While you're here let us help you whittle away at your holiday gift list! You can give great gifts and support your favorite wildlife refuge on the planet!

All purchases made at the Nature Store help support the WMWR. Friends of the Wichitas members receive 10% off on all purchases.

We're conveniently located inside the WMWR Visitor Center, open daily from 9AM-4:30PM. (Closed Thanksgiving Day)

If you would like more information about the Friends of the Wichitas, visit our website at friendsofthewichitas.org

🎁 Holiday shopping made easy — we’ll wrap it for you!
11/25/2025

🎁 Holiday shopping made easy — we’ll wrap it for you!

11/25/2025

Find the perfect gifts at the Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge Nature Store!

If you need it, we have it...t-shirts, sweatshirts, hats, stickers, field guides, gifts & so much more. While you're here let us help you whittle away at your holiday gift list! You can give great gifts and support your favorite wildlife refuge on the planet!

All purchases made at the Nature Store help support the WMWR. Friends of the Wichitas members receive 10% off on all purchases.

We're conveniently located inside the WMWR Visitor Center, open daily from 9AM-4:30PM. (Closed Thanksgiving Day)

If you would like more information about the Friends of the Wichitas, visit our website at friendsofthewichitas.org

11/25/2025

Come see us and load up on amazing gifts!

Find the perfect gifts at the Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge Nature Store!

We're conveniently located inside the WMWR Visitor Center, open daily from 9AM-4:30PM. (Closed Thanksgiving Day)

✨The Nature Store is now in holiday mode!✨Come browse our cozy shirts, adorable stuffed animals, and festive Christmas o...
11/20/2025

✨The Nature Store is now in holiday mode!✨

Come browse our cozy shirts, adorable stuffed animals, and festive Christmas ornaments. There’s something for everyone — and we’re open every day from 9:00–4:30!

Even better: Every purchase helps support the Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge, and Friends members receive 10% off their entire purchase. 🎄🛍️
Shop local, give back, and find the perfect gift this season!

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Ok/115
Lawton, OK
73505

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 9pm - 4:30pm
Wednesday 9am - 4:30pm
Thursday 9am - 4:30pm
Friday 9am - 4:30pm
Saturday 9am - 4:30pm
Sunday 9am - 4:30pm

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+15804298251

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