Friends of Neal Smith National Wildlife Refuge

Farm is just south of 163 at exit 18, Prairie City exit. Barn sale is left at the stop sign first farm drive on right.

Look for
this sign!

Go to the official Neal Smith National Wildlife Refuge website. NSNWR was established in 1990 with the purpose to protect, restore and reconstruct and manage native ecosystems of tallgrass prairie, oak savanna and sedge meadow.

The power of a Friends group is its members. Become a member today to support projects that benefit both wildlife and people at Neal Smith National Wildlife Refuge.

Friend’s volunteers are a vital part to accomplishing our mission and projects at Neal Smith NWR. We welcome volunteers of all talents, ages and backgrounds. Learn how you can volunteer today.

News and Events

Photo Contest
The photo contest entry window is now closed. 41 entries were received. Judging is now commencing. The winners will be announced and notified after Nov 1st. A contestant reception Nov 23 from 1pm - 3pm at the Prairie City Library. Further information regarding entry pick up will be emailed to all entrants as we are still working out the details.
Rules, details, awards, deadlines and instructions

Walk for the Wild Saturday, October 19, 2024
Walk for the Wild is an annual event to demonstrate our commitment to deepening human connections with nature and to protect the thriving ecosystems we depend on.

Attention Birders!
Eli Kenyon from Big Bluestem Audubon Society will conduct a Birding walk at Neal Smith National Wildlife Refuge. The walk will be held Nov 16, 2024 at 8:30 am. This event is free and open to the public. No registration is required. Participants will meet in the Visitor Center parking lot and then car pool to the Basswood trail. The walk will be cancelled if inclement weather occurs. Notification of cancellation will be posted on the Friends of Neal Smith National Wildlife Refuge's Facebook page and on this website.

Field Notes
Check out the notes from the interns on the important work they are doing at the Refuge. Find explanations of their work and why it is vital to the sustainability of the Refuge.