Neal Smith Refuge's $7M Renovation for Sustainability
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The Neal Smith Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center, damaged by a 2024 hailstorm, is undergoing a $7 million renovation to reduce its size and improve sustainability. Despite budget constraints and staffing reductions, the refuge remains operational and is planning an outdoor pavilion, native plant garden, and grassy seating areas to enhance visitor engagement. The refuge aims to reopen in fall 2028, focusing on core conservation efforts.
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