Spring Wilderness Hike at the Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge

The hikes provide visitors with an opportunity to experience a portion of the Charons Garden Wilderness Area under the guidance of an interpreter. Topics for interpretation include basic geology, plants, wildlife, and habitat diversity. Guides and interpreters for the hikes are members of the Association of Friends of the Wichitas. The hikes, which include the crossing of the Valley of the Boulders, are rated strenuous for those who do not hike weekly. Participants must wear sturdy rubber-soled shoes and layered clothing appropriate for anticipated weather. Hikers will want to bring personal drinking water and a high-energy snack. Hikes will last approximately three hours. A $5 reservation fee per participant will be collected at the time of check-in. The bus will depart from headquarters promptly at 10 a.m. Reservations will be retained until 10 minutes prior to departure on each date. Reservations must be made by telephoning the Visitor Center at (580) 429-2151.

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