Quivira
Stafford, KS 67578-8818
Plan Your Visit
Quivira National Wildlife Refuge provides ample opportunity to appreciate wildlife and natural environments across mixed-grass prairies, wetland impoundments, and natural salt marshes. Opportunities for visitors include wildlife viewing, photography, fishing, hunting, hiking, biking on public roads, interpretation, and environmental education. Annually, the Refuge is used by over 300 species of migratory and resident bird species, with most migratory species occurring from September to December and March to April as they journey from and to their breeding grounds. In Spring and Summer, Quivira is home to nesting species such as snowy plovers, American avocets, black-necked stilts, interior least terns and blue-winged teal.
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Get Involved
Quivira maintains two parking pads for RV use by volunteers. The pads include water, electric, and sewer hook-ups (no gas). Quivira requires a minimum of 20 hours per week per RV. Duties for a Resident Volunteer would vary, but would likely involve helping to staff the Visitor Center on weekends.
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About
Located in south central Kansas, Quivira National Wildlife Refuge encompasses 22,135 acres of rare inland salt marsh and sand prairie. Established in 1955, the refuge provides vital habitat for migratory waterfowl in the Central Flyway and is designated as a Wetland Site of International Importance. The name 'Quivira' originates from the Spanish explorer Coronado, who visited the area in 1541 and found fertile grasslands and abundant wildlife.
