WIldlife Tours
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The public will have an opportunity to view wildlife on a bus tour of Pinchot Loop in the Special Use Area. A unique feature of this season is the young buffalo and longhorn calves. The tours are led by members of the Association of the Friends of the Wichitas. Reservations for the programs are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis by telephoning the Visitor Center weekdays
WIldlife Tours
Phone : 580-429-3222 (Always call and confirm events.)
Web: www.friendsofthewichitas.org
Wildlife Viewing
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